At Central Coast Nannies, we connect families with trusted, experienced, caregivers so your children are safe, engaged, and well cared for - whether you’re enjoying a date-night, weekend activity, special event, or looking for long-term support.

Our network includes professional nannies, teachers, and childcare providers who are carefully screened and thoughtfully matched to your family’s needs.

Choose the service that fits your needs:

  • Event & Wedding Venue Nanny - Childcare provided at the wedding venue or on-site guest house.

  • Babysitting Services - Childcare for date-nights, weekends, summer, and school breaks. Attending a “no kids” wedding? We can send a sitter to your hotel or airbnb.

  • Full-Time Nanny Placement - Looking for a long-term nanny for your family? We specialize in full-time placements with positions that have 30+ hours per week, and have a 1+ year commitment.

How It Works

  1. Submit your request form

    • For any short-notice inquiries (less than 7 days), please give us a call.

  2. We connect with your family regarding your needs.

  3. We reach out to our staff to find the best match.

  4. Once a sitter has confirmed their availability, we finalize the placement, including a signed contract and placement fee.

  5. Upon finalization, you will receive the sitter’s profile for review.

  6. The “week of” their assignment, your sitter will send you a text to introduce themself and confirm their arrival date and time.

Why Families Trust Us

We match families with professional caregivers who are:

  • Carefully screened and background checked

  • Interviewed and thoroughly vetted

  • Experienced nannies, teachers, and childcare providers

  • Thoughtful matches based on your family’s needs

  • Appropriate caregiver-to-child ratios

  • Ongoing support and communication

Central Coast Counties We Serve

  • San Luis Obispo County (Since 2019)

  • Monterey County (NEW in 2026!)

FAQ’s

  • What screening is required for your staff?

    • All candidates go through a multi-step screening process, which includes the following:

      • Initial applicant phone call

      • Verification of Infant and Child CPR and First-Aid Certification

      • Applicant interview

      • Resume and work history review

      • Reference checks (3-5 recent childcare references)

      • Social media review

      • Background checks through TrustLine - The state-authorized system that screens the California Department of Justice, FBI, and Child Abuse Central Index databases

  • What is your recommended sitter to child ratio?

    • Ratios vary by age and group size, but our goal is to staff above the typical caregiver-to-child ratio, ensuring extra supervision and peace of mind for families.

      • Infants (0-12 months) - 1:1

      • Toddlers (1-3 years) - 1:2

      • Preschooler (3-5 years) - 1:3

      • Children 5+ years - 1:5