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Angie F.

  • 10 years paid experience
  • < 1 mile
Angie F., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 10 years of paid experience

Hello, my name is Angie and I’m offering child care for weekends or weeknights. I've been a caregiver for more than eight years and have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. I have experience taking care babies, toddlers and multiple kids at once. I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow and believe that play and outdoor activities are an essential part of child development. I'm also a firm believer in open communication with parents and will always keep you updated on your child's day. I'm a creative and imaginative person who loves to play games with children. I'm also very comfortable enforcing household rules and will work with you to create a consistent and safe environment for your child. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I also speak English and Spanish.

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$20–50/hr

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Laura L.

  • 10 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Laura L., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 10 years of paid experience

I was a teacher for 20 years and have been a full time nanny and tutor for the last 22 years. I have worked with children that have been diagnosed with a form of Autism in addition to taking care of a 4 pound preemie that was colicky and had special medical needs. I  have experience tutoring children with A.D.H.D and have worked with very active 16 month old twins.  I am physically fit, very active and have an overabundance amount of energy. With my background experience, there is no challenging situation that I cannot master. I am registered with some of the top nanny agencies in San Diego and Orange County. They have performed a full extensive background check and I am registered with Trustline and Live Scan.  I am also C.P.R. and First Aid certified and have been for the last 25 years. Most agencies charge an entire's month salary for top quality nannies. I am looking for a part time position with the right family.  I have been working with several families that have found me through this site and through referrals.  I can e-mail you my resume and several reference numbers if requested. An added note.........Children have always been my number one passion in life. I enjoy presenting them with new, fun and challenging activities.  I truly enjoy watching their faces light up when they have  finally mastered that difficult task that they have been working on. They have a way of brightening your day when everything else seems to be going wrong. I have been working with children since I was 15 years old. I honestly cannot imagine doing anything else as a profession. I LOVE children! Please consider me if you are truly looking for an exceptional caregiver with LOTS of experience.  

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$35–40/hr

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Olivia E.

  • 3 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Olivia E., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 3 years of paid experience

Hello, I have always loved kids! I have started babysitting at 12, then at 17 I worked with two special needs kids and they were so sweet! At 18, I moved to NY to spend 8 weeks at an overnight summer camp and had the youngsters who were 5! I am CPR certified and am a college student, studying communication sciences and disorders.

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$17–21/hr

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Olivia B.

  • 6 years paid experience
  • 6 miles
Olivia  B., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 6 years of paid experience

Hi, I lead a life focused on creating a positive atmosphere for both myself and those around me. I would consider myself reserved, yet in the right environment my bubbly side shines through. I would consider myself a busy body so schedules and organization have always been a big part of my life. I love to clean and in most cases find it relaxing. Thanks to my mom I love to cook and have a lot of experiences with easy meals that are super delicious. I have a lot of experience working with kids and find that they bring out the bubbly side in me the most. I have experience working as an intern at Pilgrims Preschool from 2018 to 2019. From this, I was able to learn fun activities and the proper ways to teach children from ages 2-4. From 2014-2020 I also volunteered in my church nursery, working with kids ages 0 to 2. I believe teaching and playing through art and nature is a major step in the personal growth of children! During my first nanny job I was responsible for caring for a 1yr old, 3 yr old and 5yr old. I was responsible for getting them dressed and cooking breakfast in the morning. I would then pack snacks and the diaper bag for the days adventure. After the park I cooked lunch and nap time started. During nap time I would clean and do laundry as well as organize anything the parents needed me to. I was also responsible for organizing the children’s schedule as well as looking after the children’s fabulous 99yr old great grandmother. More recently I worked for a 18month and 3yr old (now 3 and 5) and I was their nanny for a year till I started my college journey but I still babysit them frequently and consider them family! My last nanny job was for 8month old twins (now 22 months) and I was with them for over a year part time but I am now moving and I will miss them so much! Over all as a nanny my goal is to make the children happy and the parents lives easier so that they can spend the most time with their kids once I leave. Only the best to come, Olivia

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$25–30/hr

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Jessica R.

  • 10 years paid experience
  • 8 miles
Jessica R., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 10 years of paid experience

Hi! I’m Jessica, a dedicated, patient, and energetic childcare provider with 10 years of experience caring for children from newborns to elementary school age. I love keeping little ones busy with fun activities like crafts, dancing, park days, and story time. I take pride in building strong, trusting relationships with both children and parents, and I always bring positivity and care into each day. I’m bilingual in English and Spanish, and have a background as a competitive dancer, which adds a fun, active energy to playtime! I’m currently looking for a full-time position that I can grow with and hope to be a great match for your family.

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$28–30/hr

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Monica B.

  • 30 years paid experience
  • 15 miles
Monica B., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 30 years of paid experience

I am now available most days, nights or overnights! Either full (5 days/nights) or part time (1,2, or 3 days/nights) per week. I am used to working long hours, as most of my jobs have been for families within the medical community. In the meantime, I am also available for evening, your date nights, or overnights should you need a weekend away. Whatever your schedule is, please ask me, I may be able to help you, or work something out on a temporary basis. I graduated from C.E.R.T. (community emergency response team) Academy, taught by San Diego Fire-Rescue Dept. I am happy to be of service to my community in case of a disaster or terrorist attack. I have all three CPR certificates for infant, child, and adult. My first aid training exceeds that of the general public. I love babies/kids of all ages and they love me! I appreciate the hard work and sacrifice of our military families and I give military family discounts! If your child has any special needs, such as medical or behavioral, I may charge a little more. You may contact me by text message or calling. Please leave a message with your name, number, area you live in, and the times and date you are looking for a sitter and I will be happy to return your call as soon as I am able. Thank you!  

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$20–30/hr

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Kelsey E.

  • 4 years paid experience
  • 7 miles
Kelsey  E., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 4 years of paid experience

I’m a dependable and caring sitter with 4 years of paid childcare experience and a genuine love for working with kids. I started my childcare journey in high school, working at a preschool, where I gained valuable hands-on experience with young children. I’m currently a college student at San Diego State University, and I continue to babysit and nanny for families. I’m CPR, First Aid, and AED certified, and safety is always a top priority for me. I’m patient, responsible, and enjoy creating fun, engaging activities while supporting children’s routines and individual needs. I’d love to connect and help support your family!

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$25–28/hr

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Diana S.

  • 10 years paid experience
  • 8 miles
Diana S., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 10 years of paid experience

Hello, my name is Diana, and I am a fully qualified Early Childhood Educator with several years of experience supporting children and families. Working with families is more than a job to me, it’s something I genuinely love and value. My passion for childcare began at a young age while assisting my mother, who served as a nursery leader at our church. Over the years, I supported infants and older children in classroom settings, and I continue to serve in children’s ministry today. Professionally, I worked as a nanny for one family for four years and have provided childcare support for multiple families. I later worked in a licensed daycare, caring for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school aged children. During this time, I earned my Early Childhood Education units and was promoted to Lead Infant Teacher. In addition to childcare, I have experience supporting homeschooling by assisting with daily routines, age appropriate learning activities, homework help, and creating a structured yet nurturing learning environment.While I loved working in a classroom setting, I am currently continuing my education and working toward my long-term goal of opening my own daycare. At this stage, I am seeking a lower-paced, family-focused environment where I can provide individualized, attentive care and fully dedicate my time and energy to one family.

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$25–30/hr

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Hunter K.

  • 3 years paid experience
  • 8 miles
Hunter K., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 3 years of paid experience

Hi i’m Hunter and i’m 19 years old from Vista California! I’ve been babysitting since I was about 14 years old on and off. From the age of 14-16 I’ve helped families by watching their kids for date nights or throughout their working shifts as well as taking care of their animals. The age group i’ve watched has been from 3-11 years old. I haven’t sat in awhile due to years of hours a week of competitive all star cheerleading training, school and work on top of all of that so balancing it all was rough but made it through. I am currently enrolled in Palomar college taking classes as well as working as a server at Islands in Vista. I absolutely love early morning hikes, working out, playing with my dogs , yoga and beach walks. I am a very active person, I love to be outdoors and I love to get my body moving at all times!

$17–25/hr

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Joanne E.

  • 36 years paid experience
  • 8 miles
Joanne E., Child Care in San Marcos, CA 92078 with 36 years of paid experience

I have 36 years experience. Both hands on and educational ( AA in Early Childhood) . Certificates in Early Childhood education. I am originally from the East Coast but also have lived in Southern California. My favorite thing about being a Nanny is contributing to the development of the child. Continuity of care is the most important gift you can give to a child. That means a person in your home who loves on your child, along with teaching age appropriate activities. Challenging both the mind and the body. Love starting with newborns and watching them grow. Seeing how the hours of reading and talking to the child. Then creates a child who is advanced in language. Along with singing and explaining there worlds around them. In addition to taking full advantage of S. Diego's weather and being outside as much as possible to strengthen their gross motor skills. Along with self esteem building. Having them assist you in early stages of cooking. When a child feels good about themselves. Their confidence spills over in everything they attempt and then accomplish. Love to see them accomplish a once challenging task. It is a great advantage to have a Nanny in the home for when a child does get his/her first cold, or new tooth. Have the Nanny be there for them. In addition taking care of the parents and home needs gives parents peace of mind. So they can go out into the world in their professions. I enjoy cooking, laundry, teaching your child to walk, swim, paint, draw, lots of other arts and craft activities. Most of all building a strong foundation of security. I am Trustlined Certified. C.P.R & First aid certified. Covid vaccine & boosters. T.B. test negative. Liberal minded Nanny looking for families who have same views. I am trying to create a great Citizen within your child.

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$33–36/hr

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