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Care Member says "Finding the right person to take care of your child is so important. There’s an immense amount of pressure, especially as first time parents, finding...
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Jason Z. says "Kristen was a nanny for our daughter for a year - from 6 months old to a bit over a year and a half. We can’t recommend her enough as a caretaker. As...
Giselle H. says "Destinee did a wonderful job caring for our toddler. She was punctual, dependable, and took the initiative to bring activities/ arts and crafts to share...
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Jennifer W. says "Karley is amazing! My 3 kids instantly warmed up to her and begged to have her return each day. She is reliable, flexible and great with kids. Thanks,...
Jennifer J. says "Sandy was our family's nanny for two years and we were beyond lucky to have her! She cared for our infant twins as if they were her own and truly...
Care Member says "Always took good care of my kids, plays with them etc…she is easy to communicate with and always on time! "
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Monica K. says "I don't even know where to start with this wonderful human. Gillian is seriously THE best in SO many ways. First of all, she is the most genuine, kind,...
Care Member says "Nicholle was very sweet, responsible and over all a great care taker to my daughter L. She kept her busy and made sure that she was always on time. "
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Annica B. says "My husband and I really enjoyed meeting Christina. She is positive and energetic and had immediate rapport with our little one. Christina clearly loves to...
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David C. says "Frida was great! She communicated well and showed up right on time. She was very helpful and took good care of our 6 week old daughter."
Care Member says "Barbora was very loving, sweet and patient with our baby and toddler. She is so trustworthy and will play, read and take kids to the park, etc."
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Sarah S. says "We are so fortunate to have Mikayla in our lives! I have four children- 10, 8, 6, 4 and a 1.5 year old lab puppy who has endless amounts of energy. Mikayla...
Care Member says "Best babysitter ever!!! We travel a ton for work and hire babysitters all over the country. Mackenzie was hands down our favorite babysitter ever. My...
Abbey R. says "She is kind, reliable, hard working, a quick learner and adored by the kids!! Such a blessing to our family."
Jennifer N. says "Aisha is so reliable, capable, caring and sweet! She is really the perfect caregiver! She picked up my 2 kids from camp everyday for 3 weeks and kept...
Child care centers in San Diego, CA
Gaitan Teresa Family Child Care
5970 Jamar Drive San Diego, CA
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- $2570/mo
Nashwa Home Care
10794 Carmel Mountain Rd San Diego, CA
Marina G. says "I don't understand the negative reviews. The director and assistant director are great. They know all the parents and really care about the kids. I have 2...
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3,023 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $22.72/hr as of October 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8
Recent child care reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA
Child Care Providers in San Diego, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,703 reviews of the 3,022 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in San Diego, CA
How much is child care near me in San Diego, CA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $22.72 per hour as of October 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in San Diego, CA?
Care.com currently has 2,820 child care providers near you in San Diego, CA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from San Diego, CA and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in San Diego, CA that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a San Diego, CA child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in San Diego, CA, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in San Diego, CA and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in San Diego, CA in October, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
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