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Judy D. - Seeking Work in San Jose

Nanny Judy

San Jose, CA
$30/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Im a filipino nurse who really love to be around kids. I worked with a triplets family for 2 years. Im loving, caring and very patient.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Danielle M. - Seeking Work in San Jose

Nanny Danielle

San Jose, CA
$25/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Danielle. I’m currently a preschool teacher, but looking to change work fields. I have Early Childhood Education units, and I am CPR certified, I have reliable transportation. I love working with kids, always has been a passion of mine.

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Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Kassidy P. - Seeking Work in San Jose

Nanny Kassidy

San Jose, CA
$25 - $38/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I just moved back to San Jose area and I have experience with all ages of children. I have worked in child care as a swim instructor (19 months to adult), babysitting (newborn to 7 years old), and as a substitute teacher at elementary, middle, and high school. I graduated from Long Beach State with a degree in Marine Biology in May 2023. I am currently at WGU to obtain my teaching credential and masters as a secondary education biology teacher.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Lorena C. - Seeking Work in San Jose

Nanny Lorena

San Jose, CA
$28/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Cuento con facilidad y carisma al momento de cuidar un bebé, cuento con más de 2 años de experiencia laboral y 13 años de experiencia personal, me caracterizó por ser empatica y dulce con los pequeños. Soy de habla hispana y si deseas saber un poco más de mí no dudes en contactarme, me encantaría poder ser parte de tu familia… Bendiciones!!

Have experience working with

Infants

Recent reference

"I am delighted to write this recommendation for Lorena, who cared for our baby starting at six months old. During this important stage in our child’s life, Lorena proved to be an incredibly kind, reliable, and attentive caregiver. We feel truly fortunate to have had her as part of our family during the time.From the beginning, Lorena demonstrated a natural ability to connect with our baby, creating a warm, safe, and nurturing environment. She was consistently punctual, professional, and proactive helping with developmental activities, maintaining a steady routine, and always keeping us informed with thoughtful updates throughout the day. Her calm and caring demeanor brought us tremendous peace of mind as new parents. Lorena’s genuine warmth, patience, and dedication to our child’s well-being were evident every day. She formed a loving bond with our baby, and her presence brought joy and comfort to our home. We are deeply grateful for everything Lorena has done for our family."
- Carmen Pujols
Ruth M. - Seeking Work in San Jose

Nanny Ruth

San Jose, CA
$25/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Ruth. I am 23 years old young Christian mother. Before I had kids I've always babysat many children from the ages 0 - 14 years old. I've always had a love for working and just being around kids. I can do it all. From changing, to feeding, cleaning, etc.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Recent reference

"Ruth is caring and always happy. She follows instructions very well and did more than what was expected. Her love for children is unexplainable. Definitely one of a kind."
- Kolo
Ariana F. - Seeking Work in San Jose

Nanny Ariana

San Jose, CA
$22.90/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a dedicated and compassionate childcare provider with a genuine love for working with children and supporting their growth and development. I have 1 year of professional experience caring for preschool and grade school–aged children, along with additional experience babysitting family members. I work as a gymnastics instructor for preschool-aged children, where I create fun, structured activities that promote physical development, confidence, and teamwork. I enjoy engaging children through games, learning activities, and creative play while maintaining a safe, nurturing environment. I am certified in First Aid, CPR, Basic Life Support,and concussion safety, and I prioritize child safety at all times. In addition to childcare, I am comfortable assisting with household duties such as cleaning, laundry, and organization, and I can provide my own cleaning supplies if requested. I am dependable, energetic, and passionate about building trusting relationships with children and families.

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Jazmin P. - Seeking Work in San Jose

Nanny Jazmin

San Jose, CA
$22/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Soy mamá de 3,me gusta compartir tiempo con mis hijos en los parques también me gusta ser voluntaria en la escuela de mis hijos soy muy paciente,amable y cariñosa.

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Infants
Special Needs
Anh L. - Seeking Work in San Jose

Nanny Anh

San Jose, CA
$20/hr
Part-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello I’m a senior in high school hoping to babysit, Ive volunteered for churches, food banks and much more. I was a girls scout and know some basic stuff about survival. I’ve been babysitting for years now for my mom I work great with children and know how to calm them down, entertain, and take care of them. I can work great with special needs kids and deeply care for them. I can do stuff around the house and feed the kids while parents are away. Promise your kids will be safe and taken care of and when hiring me.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Annalisa S. - Seeking Work in San Jose

Nanny Annalisa

San Jose, CA
$30/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm Anna, 26 years old and cannot wait to meet you and your little(s)!I love food, quality time and lots of laughter!
My child experience has been with neighborhood/nearby families and relatives looking after their/our loved ones! I also used to teach swim lessons as a lifeguard for 6 years too!
I'm seeking professional care opportunities to become a long-term full-time payroll nanny while pursuing my degree at San Jose State!
In the meantime please don't hesitate to message me with opportunities of specific care needs or questions!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in San Jose, CA?

The average cost of a child care provider in San Jose, CA is $25.41 per hour. Most San Jose families on Nanny Lane pay $22 to $30/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find Affordable Child Care in San Jose, CA

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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in San Jose, CA

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.

Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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