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Kelly O.

  • 20 years paid experience
  • 4 miles
Kelly O., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 20 years of paid experience

I am a young grandma. I thoroughly enjoy children, and helping parents with household needs. I love to do fun things with the children that I have take care of. I have over 2 decades in child care services. I am available for meal prep, laundry help and tidy up. I am CPR certified and First Aid certified. I have experience with children with special needs. Also, I am an experienced driver and I have a clean driver record I look forward to hearing from you soon, 949-922-8963

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$28–33/hr

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5.0

Christian G.

Kelly was really great in the interview, she caught on to needs immediately and was very reassuring and great w communication!

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Ariana S.

  • 3 years paid experience
  • 5 miles
Ariana S., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 3 years of paid experience

Hello, I'm Ariana, and I am a a college student! Looking for some fun families that need help with their little ones. I am a kid at heart and love to watch Disney movies and explore the outside world. I am enthusiastic, caring, and love able. I have worked with other families in the past and all ended with some tears in the eyes when their little ones are grown and ready for school. I am CPR certified! Fully vaccinated! And have experience with all different types of children and each with their own personality! ;)

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$19–24/hr

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5.0

Norma H.

She is wonderful and my son likes her a lot❤️

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Camilla C.

  • 10 years paid experience
  • 14 miles
Camilla C., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 10 years of paid experience

Hello I'm Camilla, I am not your average nanny. I am a nurturing musical nanny who prioritizes safety and communication with parents. When it comes to infants, I provide helpful tips for first time parents, from baby proofing to using music from the newborn stage to support comfort, learning, and early development. Research and KTLA News have shown how infants respond to music and its benefits for early brain activity, attention, and engagement. I have seen first hand how, right before my eyes, music promotes early speech and curiosity. Infants often sing or vocalize along with music before they can fully articulate words, helping them connect sounds to language and tasks, even venturing into math. As a responsive and listening nanny, I have great success communicating with toddlers. I anticipate outcomes and help them navigate moments of frustration. As early as nine months, I teach rhythm, movement, rhyming, and how syllables connect in children as young as two. These patterns support early reading skills and encourage critical thinking. With a background in nursing and music, it is incredibly rewarding to see babies recognize my songs, then hear toddlers sing them and become engaged when I read to them. In my spare time I enjoy writing stories and composing songs that support developmental milestones. Music is one of my tools to soothe and stimulate infants while helping toddlers and young children navigate boundaries, new skills, potty training, and challenging moments. I compose songs that meet children's needs, bring enjoyment, and promote self esteem while encouraging them to keep trying. I also apply principles from Music Therapy and Occupational Therapy to support learning and development. Including children's individual interests helps build strong connections and spark curiosity. I am confident providing homework support and engaging children in creative arts activities. I bring a strong work ethic and can be counted on to be reliable and dedicated. I studied Music at UCLA and have a passion for teaching. I promote healthy snacks, stay up to date on vaccinations, and follow hygiene guidelines. I am available full or part time, for date nights, and as a mothers helper. I am comfortable around pets and have plenty of energy to keep up with growing little ones. Thank you for reading.

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$18–35/hr

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5.0

Lindsay V.

Camilla is so kind and sweet to our son, who is 3 years old. She has watched him many times now and he’s always happy and learning new things with her. I would definitely recommend her as a caring nanny!

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Tania P.

  • 25 years paid experience
  • 4 miles
Tania P., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 25 years of paid experience

I have 25 years of taking care of children from newborn to teenagers. I am CPR certified. I can prepare healthy meals. I have creative ways to have fun, play games and keep children entertained. Lastly, I love animals. As a dog owner he is considered a family member.

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$25–30/hr

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Tyler R.

We are very grateful for Tania, she’s been babysitting our infant daughter for the last few months. She’s been really great with her and very kind! She’s always there for us on time and is always a pleasure to talk to. I would highly recommend her!

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Catherine M.

  • 12 years paid experience
  • 6 miles
Catherine M., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 12 years of paid experience

Over 10 years of experience caring for infants and toddlers. With a behavior tech certification at my base, one on one attention is my specialty and my goal is to help kiddos safely enjoy their childhood. I am available for weekends, last minute, on call, travel ready, as well as one time needs.

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$35–45/hr

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Meghna B.

Catherine is incredibly. We love how sweet and kind she is with our baby. Catherine started working for us about a month ago and is incredibly reliable and trustworthy. Our baby loves her and we plan to have her nanny our baby often!

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Diana P.

  • 4 years paid experience
  • 2 miles
Diana P., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 4 years of paid experience

As a responsible and caring individual, I am excited about the opportunity to care for your children and support their safety, happiness, and well-being. A little about me: I provide engaging and creative activities for both indoor and outdoor settings, tailored to each child’s age and interests. I have experience with potty training and caring for infants and toddlers, and I am very comfortable working in homes with pets. I am CPR and First Aid certified, fully vaccinated, fluent in Spanish, maintain a clean DMV record, and have a clear basic background check. I am also flexible and available to support families with last-minute childcare needs. I understand how important it is to find a trustworthy and dependable caregiver. I am committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for your children. My responsibilities can include meal preparation, bedtime routines, and light housekeeping related to childcare. I am happy to provide references upon request and would welcome the opportunity to discuss availability, answer any questions, or address any concerns you may have.

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$25–30/hr

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Carolina E.

Diana is great! She has been babysitting for our 5 year old son and he LOVES her. She’s very patient and will spend lots of time playing with my son. She’s been available last minute, always on time and very flexible with times. Definitely someone I trust and will continue to hire as a babysitter to my son.

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Megan K.

  • 5 years paid experience
  • 9 miles
Megan K., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 5 years of paid experience

My name is Megan! I am a 24-year-old who has a bachelor's degree in early childhood and am getting my master's right now in Special Education. I have worked in four preschools in my life and have ranged from one-year-olds to five-year-olds. I have experience babysitting from age one to ten years old! I love children and would love to be a help to you if you need child care or babysitting often.

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$22–28/hr

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Michael W.

Megan is great with our 1 year old son! Our son went right to her and they played the whole time she was watching him, you can tell he had fun! She is very responsive and showed great care for our son. We’re looking forward to having Megan watch him again.

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Cynthia R.

  • 3 years paid experience
  • 10 miles
Cynthia R., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 3 years of paid experience

Hello! I have lots of experience with children, I am currently a special education teacher for a mild/moderate classroom , and have worked in kids ministry at my church (infants-8th grade), a cheer coach for young girls. As you can see I love kids! Looking for a summer gig while on summer break from teaching! Starting June 18th - August 7th Please message me with any questions! Also have a Disney pass, CPR certified, and fully vaccinated!

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$20–30/hr

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Kimberly A.

Cynthia is THE BEST! We’ve been visiting Laguna Beach for a few weeks and she has been a godsend, caring for our five month old while we work remotely. She has been communicative and professional, and extremely sweet and attentive to our little guy. I can’t recommend her enough!

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Heather A.

  • 12 years paid experience
  • 4 miles
Heather A., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 12 years of paid experience

I love kids and have lots of energy to keep up with them! I am highly qualified and have excellent experience and recommendations. I speak nearly fluent French, some Spanish, tutor academics, and teach swim lessons. I also have experience teaching at St. Matthew’s Parish School and coaching their swim team. I recently graduated from the University of Miami, FL with a degree in Neuroscience where I was a member of the University's Swim & Dive team.  I have been a competitive swimmer for 17 years and have competed in 2 Olympic Games.  Although I was born in the US, I have dual citizenship to Mauritius which allowed me this opportunity.  Swimming has taught me hard work and time management. I have taught/coached swimming to individuals ages 1-65. I was previously head coach of a girls' high school swim team, masters coach, and club team coach. Therefore, I am CPR and first aid certified (Lifeguard Certified for infants, children, adults). I was born in Minnesota (where my family resides) with two younger sisters (current ages 14 and 18) whom I helped care for on a regular basis while growing up. I have lots of energy and am very creative.  I love to play games and do art projects with kids.  I love playing outside and getting fresh air instead of sitting in front of the TV and computer screen all day.  Trips to the local park or museum are always an option for me!  I have enough energy and patience to keep up with children.

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$20–40/hr

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ahnalee B.

Heather was great with our 3 year old son - they played outside, read books, and had a great time. Highly recommend!

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Dawn A.

  • 15 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Dawn A., Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA 92626 with 15 years of paid experience

Hi, I have over 15 years of FT experience with newborn care & all ages and stages of kiddos. I’m presently interviewing for my next position. I’m available for date nights, weekends, special events. I’m open to PT /FT weekends & evenings. Please See my Nanny profile for more details. I look forward to hearing from you soon! Dawn

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$25–30/hr

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5.0

Stefani L.

Dawn has been with our family full time for over 2 years. Our kids were 7 months and 2 when she started. I can't say enough great things about our time with her. She's like a true Mary Poppins. Teaching the kids, taking them on adventures, helping at home with cleaning and meal prep for the family, doing laundry and helping out in other ways. Our kids love her, always happy to see her for hugs. She brings them surprises and kept them entertained and engaged. As our kids transition into school, they are advanced in so many ways due to the care and teaching at home with Dawn. We sadly had to let her go due to our situation changing with kids in school and mom's work schedule changing. Dawn is truly a gem among nannies, and I highly recommend her. We had 4 nannies prior to her, and felt so lucky to have found her and worked with someone so experienced, nurturing, and helpful when our lives were at peak stress.

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