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594 babysitters are listed in Oakland, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Oakland, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've just completely my masters at UC Berkeley and am looking for part-time care positions while I apply for PhD programs and continue working with professors on related projects. I have a wealth of experience babysitting (below) and am a certified children's yoga instructor. Most recently I worked as a wellness & mindfulness...
Maya can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Maya was great to work with. She was always on time and has a very lovely personality. And must importantly my son loved her! I highly recommend Maya."
Izell B.
Autumn R.
Oakland, CA
$51/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Experienced Babysitter With Open/Flexibly Schedule And Great References
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I grew up the middle child of five in Cambria Ca. After graduating high school I moved to San Francisco where I attended school and started to nanny. I have cared for children of all ages but mostly newborns and infants. I have experience with multiple kids, twin infants, children with disabilities and families with pets. I have...
Autumn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Autumn brings so much to our family. Both my husband and I are relatively recent transplants to the Bay Area. Without family nearby, determining what to do about childcare can feel overwhelming, especially with a first child. Autumn has stepped in seamlessly and...
Catriona C.
5.0
(2)
I have experience working at a daycare and babysitting for my neighbor's kids for about five years. I love to paint play with kids in addition to teaching them small facts about the world. At the daycare I worked I would help with craft activities, in addition to reading books, teaching the alphabet but overall making sure the...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Laura to watch my child for a few hours and she was amazing FaceTimed me when I called to check up on her , also had her entertained with her garden (my child loves nature) and also was very attentive to her , if I could rate her a high rate I would , would...
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Patricia L.
Oakland, CA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter And Retired Speech Pathologist! Big Animal Lover!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Are you in search of care for your beloved children and/or pets? I am a fully vaccinated, loving and responsible mom and retired Speech Pathologist living in Montclair Village who is looking to serve your family.
I provide the following services:
1. Care and supervision for children ages 3-13.
2. Assistance with homework.
3....
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Patty is a highly intelligent, trustworthy, kind, ethical and intelligent individual. I have known her for over 30 years. She is my sister in law. We recently had the opportunity to reconnect when she came to Texas because of a family illness. I was so...
Ellen L.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I my name is Lorrany I'm 24 years old I'm from Brazil and currently I'm studying Pedagogy I was a volunteer for two years in a daycare where I took care of children from 6 months to 3 years old I volunteered for a year in a church where I taught and played with children from 4 to 5 years old on Feb 2020 I moved to the United...
5.0
"Lorrany showed up on time and did a great job. She was pleasant and good with our newborn. She also asked our preferences before doing things which was nice. Good with our newborn, obviously, hence the positive review. We will be hiring her again :)"
Gabriel M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
My name is Marycarmen. I am a student of traditional, Indigenous medicine and midwifery.
For 9+ years now, I've been supporting families and individuals with the full spectrum of life.
My offerings include childcare, childbirth education, labor and postpartum support, bodywork, energy work, errands running and...
Marycarmen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mary worked for me a too-short few months but she managed to steal my little boy's heart. Mary is an angel. She is kind, nice, and sweet. I explained to her how I care for my kids and how I wish she care for them too and she followed through in every aspect. Mary...
Daisy H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom and a young grandmother who has enjoyed and contributed to my daughter, granddaughter and number of other children emotionally, cognitively, and socially very successfully over the years. You can trust that should you choose me to take care of your child in any capacity, you will find I' m very nurturing and create...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sharon is awesome. I honestly do not have the kind of endurance she has with my daughter. It's like she just dives into the world of the little one in her care and somehow gets energy from doing it. She has always made sure to get her out to play groups and...
Heatherose P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Bay Area Families!
My name is Andrea and I am from Colombia. I am a a responsible 30-year-old that really enjoys bringing value to the families I work with. I have extensive experience as a babysitter and nanny for babies, toddlers and teens. I love the curious world of a kid's mind and genuinely enjoy seeing them grow and...
5.0
"Paula has worked for me for a couple of years now. She is meticulous, organized, detail-oriented and extremely reliable. She also works with a high level of integrity, which is the reason I consider her one of the best. "
Melissa A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, parents! I have moved back to Oakland after living in San Jose for almost 10 years and I am working full time as a pre-k teacher. I have experience working as a transitional kindergarten teacher, nanny, floater teacher, preschool aide and teacher, a school-age daycare teacher and family daycare assistant and have done...
Krystal can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am thrilled about the potential of working with you and your precious one(s).
Isatou can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isatou or Isha as we like to call her was our best babysitter to date! She was always on time often times early to help me out with the kids and was just so respectful and sweet. She was able to teach the kids, help them with homework, and play with them indoors...
Cheryl H.
5.0
(2)
I have 3 years of experience working with kids of all ages! I also previously worked at a youth math tutoring center for 3 years and babysit neighborhood kids. I can help with anything from errands to appointments, learning and hobby/sports! I also have experience working with kids with disabilities.
Nia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nia with our babysitter, for about three years. I’m a single mom and needed a lot of help with my 10-year-old driving her to and from school and various activities and just generally keeping her busy in a fun engaged way when I didn’t have enough time. Nia was a...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gracie, and I recently graduated with my Masters in Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. I currently work as a therapist in the East Bay, specializing in adolescents and families.
Prior to being a therapist, I worked in childcare and education for many years. From 2016 to 2022, I worked for the Voyageur...
Gracie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gracie was a rare find! She has babysat for us since our daughter was 1 (now 4) and is one of our daughter's favorites. We're sorry she's left Austin."
Adrienne D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jocelyn, an experienced caregiver with a background in working with children aged 4-13 at a local school, l've proved my skills in providing a safe and nurturing environment. I also have
previous experience babysitting babies as young as 2 months old. This included bottle feeding, belly time, and even stroller...
5.0
"She's a great babysitter who always pays attention to the kids. She keeps them entertained with fun activities that help them learn and stay active"
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Greetings families!
My name is Samantha but you all can call me Sam.
I have been a career nanny for 10+ years. And have experience working with newborns, infant, toddlers, and older children all around. Plus, a background with children diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and bipolar disorder.
I am transitioning to being a...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Samantha (Sammy) was wonderful from the start! She cared for my son until recently when we had to move. I was very sad to leave her behind! Sammy is kind, caring and very compassionate about working with children. She cared for my son from the time he was...
Brittnie P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Happy new year :)
I'd be happy to trick-or-treat with your little(s) for Halloween! My name is isela & thank you for checking me out. I've been babysitting since I was 14 & grateful for the trust handed to me. my experience: had the privilege to babysit since 2008during summer & winter breaks. high school has a church & volunt....
Isela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Isela is wonderful.
She watched our kids in the evenings at our hotel near Disneyland so that my husband and I could go out for those nights. She was so sweet and caring with our children. I felt very at ease with her and safe knowing that she was watching our...
Ellie B.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Daniela, and I was born in Venezuela. I speak Spanish fluently, and I have been taking care of infants and pre-adolescents for more than 12 years. I love to do activities that help children develop their motor and psychomotor skills. I was a high performance Badminton athlete, and I know how to play guitar and...
5.0
"Daniela is amazing. She genuinely loves children and you can tell. She is very knowledgeable about caring for babies and had great insight into ways to help develop and support their growth. She takes wonderful care of our son. She is punctual, and so incredibly...
Care member
Alexandra H.
Oakland, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver Available (Nanny Or Babysitter)
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ali, I'm 29 and I'm looking for a nannying position! I have been nannying full time for over 9 years and have experience with children of all ages, from infants to teens. I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in psychology and moved to the west coast to explore my options! I strive to stay engaged, punctual, and...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Was able to babysit on short notice. Did a great job and followed all directions. Would definitely hire again."
Jason T.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! I'm an energetic and reliable child care provider with over a decade of experience working with early and elementary school age children in diverse home and school settings. I have extensive knowledge and skills in providing long-term care through educating and amusing the children by reading, engaging in creative play,...
Meryem can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"She took care of our then 4-month-old baby girl. Meryem was great to work with. She did play-time, tummy-time, and walks with our baby. We were very happy with Meryem and felt like our baby was in good hands."
Cem R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because as I already mentioned I enjoy caring for others and also love getting to know their unique characters! I love kids and working with them I believe is the best job for me!
I'm looking for a job that provides a safe and comfortable environment to care for a child. I am looking to babysit kids 3...
5.0
"Hi, Bizu helped us with our daughter from age 1 up to age 2. We moved out of the area and were unable to continue because of distance.
Bizu was great throughout the whole process. We are first time parents and she helped expose our daughter to new experiences:...
Melissa T.
Andressa D.
Oakland, CA
$28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, I'm Andressa, Brazilian, 27 years old, I have many years of experience in Brazil as a babysitter, and in the United States I already have 2 years of babysitting, I took care of a baby from 3 months to 1 year and 4 months, I currently work with children from 2 to 7 years old at alternate times during the week. I'm...
Andressa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andressa is a really sweet person who takes care of the children as if they were her own. Besides that, she is very tidy And proactive!"
Leticia G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oakland, CA
Maya R.
5.0
Maya was great to work with. She was always on time and has a very lovely personality. And must importantly my son loved her! I highly recommend Maya.
- Izell B.
Autumn R.
5.0
Autumn brings so much to our family. Both my husband and I are relatively recent transplants to the Bay Area. Without family nearby, determining what to do about childcare can feel overwhelming, especially with a first child. Autumn has stepped in seamlessly and provided us with total peace of mind....
- Catriona C.
Laura R.
5.0
Laura has been taking care of my daughter Melody for quite a while. She’s so happy to the point where she asks to see her through the week! All good things and I’d highly recommend putting your trust with Laura!
- Care member
Patricia L.
5.0
Patty cared for our kindergarten-aged daughter after school for a couple of months. She immediately integrated into our family routines and created a strong bond with our daughter (and with all of us). She was incredibly reliable in picking up our daughter from school despite varying daily...
- Allison V.
Lorrany A.
5.0
Lorrany did a great job with my active 3 year old. My son loved spending the day with her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oakland, CA:
How can I find a Oakland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Oakland, CA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 594 babysitters in Oakland, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Oakland, CA?
The average rate for Oakland, CA babysitters on Care.com is $24.28 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Oakland, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oakland, CA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Oakland, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Oakland, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 327 reviews of the 594 listed babysitters.