What is the going rate for nannies in Portola Valley, CA?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.50 per hour for nannies. When deciding how much to pay your nanny, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a nanny for my kids in Portola Valley, CA?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available nannies. Interested nannies will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual nannies by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of nannies can I find in Portola Valley, CA?

You can find nannies for live-in, full-time, part-time, day or overnight care and many other needs. Nannies can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Available nannies in Portola Valley, CA

Em P.

7 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 25–40/hr

(1)

Hi! My name is Em S. Pandez, a caregiver for 13 years and a babysitter for 10 yrs from baby (3 months old to 11 years old. I love kids to play and talk. I am very confident to babysit the kids because I have experienced to take care of them plus I have my own daughter.I 've experienced on babysi...

$ 25–40/hr

Melissa G.

4 years paid experience
12 miles

$ 25–30/hr

(1)

Hi there! My name is Melissa! I have serveral years of babysitting, nanny, and childcare experience. I’ve worked with newborns aging 5 weeks old all the way up to 12 years old. Previously I worked at a gym in their childcare department as well as babysitting for a newborn baby and 3 year old after w...

$ 25–30/hr

onvipa d.

2 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 12–15/hr

(4)

Hi everyone. My name is Onvipa Vajrajote. My nickname is POOM. I am 33 years old. I'm from Thailand. I graduated from Ramkhamhang University in Thailand majored in society and anthropology. I came here October, 20 2008 as an Au Pair. I have 2 sisters. My younger sister studies at Changmai Uni...

$ 12–15/hr

Amanda B.

4 years paid experience
12 miles

$ 25–28/hr

(1)

Looking for a occasional and date night sitter on evenings or weekends. Born and raised in Brazil. I'm a kind person, fun, smart (One of the best students in my classes in HS and College.), creative and mature, organized (I love tidying up and making sure everything is neat, I'm perfectionist) and ...

$ 25–28/hr

Laura S.

6 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 15–20/hr

(1)

I am Laura and am 26 years old. I love babysitting/nanny! I am very fun, loving, caring, and responsible! Have a lot of availability right now! I also do have a car and drive. English & Spanish speaker

$ 15–20/hr

Shan Z.

15 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 15–30/hr

(3)

BACKUP NANY I am very caring and loving with kids of all ages. I try my best to keep children I babysit/nanny happy, calm, playful, joyous, and more. I love all types of kids activities, from reading and writing to playing games. I have 10 years of experience with baby sitting and nannying for a...

$ 15–30/hr

Yuli M.

6 years paid experience
6 miles

$ 25–35/hr

(3)

Hello , My name is Yuli and I.I been working in the childcare field for almost seven years.I have worked as a nanny/babysitter for many families around the peninsula. Moreover, I have work with children of all ages; ranging in age from newborn babies to 12 years old. I am a very responsible, disc...

$ 25–35/hr

Kristina N.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 17–20/hr

(2)

Hello Families! My name is Kristina Norris and I am 23 years old. I live in Sunnyvale, California. I most recently moved from Berkeley where I worked as a swim teacher with children for about three years. I’ve been working with children in a pool for almost 5 years now. I have nanny experience with...

$ 17–20/hr

Lai C.

4 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 25–35/hr

(1)

I got my AA Degree in Early Childhood Development at De Anza College in 2016. During my study, I worked as a part-time Assistance Teacher at the Children Development Center at De Anza College. I also worked as a substitute teacher in Learning Links Preschool before the COVID 19. I like children an...

$ 25–35/hr

Dafne G.

7 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 20–35/hr

(2)

Hello! I have worked with youth since high school, as a volunteer, but once I got into college, I started working professionally with all ages of youth at the Boys and Girls Club. I worked at San Carlos School District with a group of kids after school. After I decided to work with high schoo...

$ 20–35/hr

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Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available nannies. Interested nannies will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual nannies by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.