Find experienced child care providers in Ojai, CA

My named is Rachel, I am a mother of 2 adult children and Oma to 1 grandson. I have worked with developmental disable/non-disable children/adults for over 25 years. *18 years as an F/T Asst. Supervisor/Direct Care/Behavioral Specialist. *8 years as a P/T Direct Support Professional for a private residence with 1 1/2 years of rehabilitation/speech for a 2 different young men injured in automobile accidents. *8 years as a P/T/and currently as a sub contractor Community Integration Specialist. In 2011 I retired to take care of my then soon to be grandson who was born with Hypohdrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia. He lived with me and I was his F/T care-provider for 6 1/2 years, also home schooled him pre-k though kindergarten. Last summer he moved away and I have found I have a lot of free time. So in October I started working again and was employed as a P/T nanny for a 4-year-old boy that I had care for occasionally since birth, but in December his grandmother was lucky enough to move closer and now takes care of him. I am a nurturer by nature. I love children, animals, mother nature and being able to maybe make a difference no matter how small.

Hello, my name is Anissa and I love working with children . I do have experience babysitting, I have babysat for a few children ages 1 years old and 4 as well as my cousins ages 3and 5. I currently work as a Pre -K teacher and have been working with children for about 7 years. I work with children of all ages, from 3months up to 10 years old. I do have experience working with children with special needs, such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and ADHD. As well as experience with children that have dealt with behavior issues, such as emotional distress, and anger outbursts. I have an associates in Child Development and I am currently working on my Bachelor's in Liberal Studies in Teaching. I do have my CPR/ First Aid certification as well. Looking forward to hearing from you, thank you!

Hi! I’m Karla — a caring, reliable, and patient sitter with over six years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I truly love helping kids learn, grow, and feel confident in themselves. Whether it’s supporting daily routines, encouraging creativity through play, or helping with social and emotional skills, I aim to make every day positive and meaningful. I currently work as a clinical supervisor in Applied Behavior Analysis and special education paraeducator, where I support children with autism and other developmental needs. I’m trained in positive behavior strategies, crisis prevention, and communication supports like PECS and visual schedules. I’m also bilingual in English and Spanish and pursuing a Master’s in Special Education with a focus on Applied Behavior Analysis. Prior to that, I attended UC San Diego and graduated with a degree in Psychology, with a minor in Spanish Literature. Families describe me as calm, dependable, and compassionate. I’d love the opportunity to bring that same energy and care into your home!

I have been a babysitter (more times than I can count), a nanny for several families in the Ventura area through the years, and I'm a mom to three of my own (17-26). So I have experience with every age of childhood. Since my children are grown I really miss the baby/toddler years and would love to be of help to you while yours are growing up. I'm interested in a part-time position.

Hi my name is Corina I live in the beautiful city of Carpinteria. Currently right now I am a Lead teacher for the ages of 3 months to 18 months old. I have a 13 years teaching young children from the ages of 0-5 years of age. I am CPR certified in infants, adults, and elderly along with certificates in RIE from the ages of 0-3 years of age all 12 college core units in child development. I took a Montessori training at Montessori institute of North Texas back in 2019. I’m a fun, very creative teacher that loves to play board games, paint, explore on nature walks to refrain from using phones, tablets or watch tv. Please do not hesitate to ask for references for your comfort. I look forward to speaking with you soon. Best, Corina

I am very organized and clean! I have been a nanny , preschool teacher and mentor, site supervisor for preschools. Have several safety clearances, clean driving record, infant:child CPR First Aid, passport ready Dawn

Hi my name is Melanie I’ve been around little kids my whole life. I am the first child in my family which came with many responsibilities like caring and looking out for my baby cousins (girls/ boys), sisters and our family pets( cats/dogs/ hamsters)! Making sure there was always fun and safe activities ahead of us as well as a good snacks/meals. Now that a lot of my cousins and sisters are older I am very thankful to say that I was a big part of their childhood and was able to teach them so much. I have been a volunteer at my local church for 5 years over the weekends where I am a T.A and work with kids ages 5-11. I have also been an explorer with the Ventura County Sheriffs Department for 6 years now and we work with teenagers ages 13-21. We educate them in law enforcement as well as teaching them responsibility, team work, CPR/ first aid and most importantly how to have fun and make long lasting friends! I was a gymnast for 5 years and a volunteered coach for 2 years where I worked with toddlers over the weekends! This was something very heart warming to me because I was able to share and teach them and their parents a sport I am very passionate about! I have always had a love for kids that’s why one day I hope and pray to have kids of my own!

Hello! I currently work as a preschool teacher, and my childcare experience ranges from infants to elementary school age as a babysitter, elementary school teacher, and kids ministry assistant. I look forward to getting to know your family and contributing my skills to create a safe, positive, and educational environment for your child.

Hi! I'm Kristen, I have a 3.5 year old boy and a 1 year old baby girl and I stay home with them every day (minus Tuesday morning when I go to school with my son). I've been looking for part time work, but can't seem to match up what I need to the schedules needed by most businesses, so I thought why not open our home to other little ones who need a safe place to play all day. I have enough room for 2 more children at our home. We have a nice backyard and love close to the parks and beach. Please come over and meet us! We'd love to meet you!

Hi families! My name is Cassandra Maciel. I am a UC Berkeley graduate, former high school English teacher, and experienced caregiver with over 10 years of babysitting, nannying, tutoring, teaching, and lifeguarding experience. I have called Ventura home for the past two years and am deeply rooted here while raising my family. I am currently a stay-at-home mom to my kind and energetic 20-month-old son, and I am offering part-time childcare in my home for one additional child. Our days are structured, warm, and adventure-filled with park play, beach outings, library story times, children’s museums in Camarillo, zoo trips in Santa Barbara, and plenty of outdoor exploration. I also prepare daily homemade, healthy meals and snacks, creating a “crunchy,” active, and nourishing environment where little ones can thrive. At just over a year old, my son began showing a strong interest in early learning, including word sounds, phonics, and early reading exposure, and I have loved gently nurturing that curiosity through play, repetition, and everyday experiences. I would love to expand and grow this learning-rich environment with the inclusion of another child, creating a space where both children can learn from each other, build social skills, and explore the world together. I provide care in a safe, loving, and thoughtfully organized home where routine, connection, and active play are the foundation of our day. I bring strong references, a clean background, a spotless driving record, and a genuine passion for children’s growth, development, and joy. As a stay-at-home mom, this is a very intentional choice to offer care from my home so I can maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment under my supervision. I take the responsibility of caring for someone else’s child very seriously and would be honored to provide a space where the included family feels confident, supported, and at ease. This is a great fit for a family looking for attentive, in-home care in a social, family-style environment where children can learn, play, and grow together. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or to see if this feels like a good fit—I would love to connect and set up a time to meet.