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Alana S. - Seeking Work in Santa Cruz

Nanny Alana

Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m alana, I am currently a behavioral technician working with young children! I am in college in santa cruz studying for childhood education and I am CPR certified. I hope to get to know you and your family :)

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Anna B. - Seeking Work in Santa Cruz

Nanny Anna

Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I am moving to Sant Cruz this fall & I am hoping to continue my career as a nanny/house assistant! I am from Salt Lake City UT, here I have worked for the same family for the last four years as a nanny & home assistant. I am particularly passionate about infant care & have been with two of my current family’s children since day one of their life! I comfortable with animals, driving children & cooking meals!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Natalie M. - Seeking Work in Santa Cruz

Nanny Natalie

Santa Cruz, CA
$18/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Natalie Murillo and I am a full-time Cognitive Science student at UC Santa Cruz. I have been a babysitter since 2015 and I have been a children's swim instructor since 2016. I love working with kids and letting their joy for life give me a new purpose each day.

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Nekashae M. - Seeking Work in Santa Cruz

Nanny Nekashae

Santa Cruz, CA
$16.50/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

well, i am 19 years old . i am christian i love to sing . i use to attended the roger Clarke high school. i dont eat fish .i am looking forward to working with you .i love children

Certification

First Aid
Ava A. - Seeking Work in Santa Cruz

Nanny Ava

Santa Cruz, CA
$18/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Ava! I have been babysitting/nannying for the past 5 years. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and children (and online school zoom!). I also worked at a home daycare for the past 2 years. I am infant, child, and adult CPR certified.

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Aramara H. - Seeking Work in Santa Cruz

Nanny Aramara

Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Aramara, and I have a deep passion for babysitting. Currently, I'm pursuing my dream of becoming a pediatric nurse. Before transferring to nursing school, I studied elementary and childhood development for a few semesters, which has given me a solid foundation in understanding and nurturing young minds.I love being a sitter because it allows me to create a safe, fun, and educational environment for children. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing a child grow and learn under your care. My nurturing and organic energy helps me connect with kids on a personal level, making them feel comfortable and happy. This hands-on experience has taught me patience, responsibility, and the importance of creating a loving atmosphere.Thank you for considering me as your sitter. I look forward to the opportunity to support your family's needs and contribute to your child's growth and happiness!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Mara B. - Seeking Work in Santa Cruz

Nanny Mara

Santa Cruz, CA
$32/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I've been a nanny for 10 years now I can care for children in different age groups from infants to school age.

I love to explore the outdoors, play and get messy with children while I help them learn and reach their milestones at their own pace.

I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.

I'm currently looking for a loving family to work Part-Time position and I'm open to occasional and Full time for the right fit.

I am currently studying at Cabrillo College for an AA in Kinesiology and looking to transfer later on. My long term plan is to study pediatric OT because my passion is working with children and helping them through my experience and education.

If you're interested in chatting with me contact me and we can see if it could be a good fit! :)

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Cinestie O. - Seeking Work in Santa Cruz

Nanny Cinestie

Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi there! My name is Cinestie (pronounced SIN-iss-tee), and I'm 24 years old. I have over 8 years of childcare and young adult experience. I have been an assistant teacher, teacher, nanny, and role model for ages 0-22.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jordan D. - Seeking Work in Santa Cruz

Nanny Jordan

Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello!
My name is Jordan and I’m a third year student at UCSD studying psychology. I am moving up to Santa Cruz through the month of June to explore the city while I do remote classes :) I am looking for a nannying job to continue my experience working with children! I have experience with children ages 1-12+, as well as working with children with intellectual/physical disabilities (ADHD, ASD, and more). I am creative, responsible, and looking to build a close relationship with a family. Looking forward to meeting you!

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Special Needs

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CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Santa Cruz, CA?

The average cost of a child care provider in Santa Cruz, CA is $24.76 per hour. Most Santa Cruz families on Nanny Lane pay $20 to $30/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Santa Cruz, 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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