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217 experienced nannies in Santa Monica, CA

Families in Santa Monica use UrbanSitter to find full-time, part-time, and live-in nanny care.
Rates vary by schedule, experience, and responsibilities.

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Molly
Booked by 51 repeat families
49 reviews
Los Angeles
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 75 families in Santa Monica, CA

Hello, I'm a college graduate from UCLA with a degree in marine biology. I am now completely abandoning that and pursuing a career in television production, as many in Los Angeles do. I went to high school at Notre Dame Academy all girls catholic school in West LA. I have been watching children for over 12 years and before that took care of my younger sister. I am CPR certified, love playing games, singing, and would be honored to sit for you. Thank you in advance! I take venmo, and my rates go up for travel over 10 miles, depending on the length of the commute, and for holidays. My cancellation policy is within 24 hours, after that inquiring a 50% fee of the original time requested.

Molly was great! She accepted my last minute booking and was patient and kind with my cranky toddler.

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Náthaly
Booked by 7 repeat families
14 reviews
Santa Monica
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 20 families in Santa Monica, CA

Hi families! My name is Nathaly, and I’m based in Santa Monica. I have a background in international relations and human rights, and I’ve spent many years working to make the world a more fair and inclusive place. Alongside that work, I’ve always had a deep love for caring for children. I bring a calm, nurturing presence and truly enjoy helping kids learn, play, and grow in a safe and loving environment. Whether it’s reading stories, exploring the outdoors, or creating fun activities together, I always try to encourage curiosity and kindness. I’m also multilingual — I speak English, Portuguese, and Spanish. If you’re looking for someone dependable, warm, and thoughtful to care for your little ones, I’d love to connect!

Náthaly made our first time using UrbanSitter a very positive experience. She was fantastic! Punctual, professional, and very reliable. Our son loved how engaged and patient she was, and we appreciated her thoughtful, calm approach. We felt completely at ease and have already booked her again.

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Selina
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
Santa Monica
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Santa Monica, CA

I’m a pre nursing student in Santa Monica with several years of childcare experience. I’m currently a nanny for 2 other families and have multiple references available. I’m CPR/BLS certified, reliable, and comfortable with routines, homework help, driving, activities, and light cleaning. I’m also great with pets.

We are so grateful for Selina! She accepted a job super last minute and was so wonderful with our 4 and 9 year old. She is punctual, jumps in to help and takes initiative. My kids bonded with her immediately and can’t wait until the next time they can see her. Thank you Selina!

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María
Booked by 25 repeat families
44 reviews
Los Angeles
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 78 families in Santa Monica, CA

Hey! My name is Maria, and I'm from Colombia. * 6+ of experience * Experience taking care of more than two kids at the same time. * Fully vaccinated * Comfortable with pets * CPR and First Aid certified * Non smoker * Drivers License from California // experience driver * Native Spanish speaker and advance English. * Great references *Organized, communicative, patient and flexible! * I'm a responsible, mature, active and fun person. * I sing, play the guitar and some piano. * I Love to cook and bake! *I Know how to swim. If it sounds like a good fit for your family, I'm happy to chat. Looking forward to hearing from you! 😊 ——If it shows up on my profile that I’m not available, please feel free to send me a message. Sometimes that happens and I’m available most of the time. Thank you!

We were nervous our first time using UrbanSitter and Maria was great! Our boys loved her. We will definitely be asking her to come back!

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Andre
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
Los Angeles
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Santa Monica, CA

Hello, my name is Andrea and I studied Linguistics and languages. I have experience taking care of toddlers. I like to do different activities at home with them. playing with cholks, painting and coloring, crafts, exercise, sports. My responsibilities were doing laundry, making meal, helping getting dress, read stories, helping doing their homework, making meals. I speak Spanish, Japanese and English. I'm very comfortable with pets, I don't have any allergies. My e-mail is [removed] and I use only Whatsapp, my phone number i[removed]459. Feel free to contact me!

Andrea was great with our kids!

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"We absolutely LOVE Isa — our family was so fortunate to have found her through UrbanSitter. I'm a first-time mom, and it took me a long time to find a full-time nanny I could trust to care for our sweet infant boy. Our boy connected with her immediately, and we couldn't have asked for anyone else to care for him. Her calming presence was also perfect for parents like us who work from home. We feel so lucky UrbanSitter helped us find someone who has truly become a part of our family."

Amy L., mom of one

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"I was so stressed about finding a part-time nanny for my 14-month-old son, who has moderate separation anxiety and hadn't been left with anyone but family before, but we were both immediately at ease in Buhay's presence. Her empathy and commitment to understanding child development are apparent in every interaction I've witnessed between her and my toddler. I feel very lucky to have found her."

Kamilah W., mom of one

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"Erna watched our now 5 year old daughter and 3 year old son for a few years. She is punctual, responsible, honest, and playful. What we appreciated most was that she was thoughtful in ensuring that we had a little break; for example, when the kids were clingy, she was able to divert their attention with games or songs or walks to the park. We felt very comfortable leaving our kids with Erna because of her caring nature and experience that spans a decade (including being a live-in nanny)."

Eric D., dad of two

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Frequently asked questions about Santa Monica nanny services

What does a nanny do?

Nannies provide ongoing, in-home child care on a set schedule. A nanny may prepare meals, assist with school pickup, help with homework, manage activities, and handle light housekeeping related to child care. Many nannies specialize in specific age groups or needs such as infant care or bilingual support. Learn more about what a nanny does.

How do I find a nanny near me in Santa Monica?

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Are nannies on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes, every Santa Monica nanny must clear an annual background check, and each profile is individually reviewed by our Trust & Safety team. Learn more about what's included in the background check..

What's the difference between UrbanSitter and a Santa Monica nanny agency?

Nanny agencies in Santa Monica often charge placement fees that can total thousands of dollars. On UrbanSitter, there are no agency placement fees, just a simple membership. You can browse available nannies in Santa Monica, interview candidates, and hire directly.

What types of nannies can I find in Santa Monica?

On UrbanSitter, you can find full-time, part-time, and live-in nannies in Santa Monica. Many nannies offer specialized experience including infant care, nanny sharing, bilingual care, and after school coverage. Browse profiles and filter by experience type to find your fit.

Do I need a nanny contract?

A written agreement helps you and your nanny align on schedule, pay, duties, and time off before the job begins. Many families in Santa Monica use a simple contract to set expectations from day one. See our nanny contract template and guide for what to include.

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