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214 babysitters are listed in Walnut Creek, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Walnut Creek, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jaime R, and I'm delighted to offer my services for weekend babysitting, as well as later afternoons and evenings during weekdays. I graduated from college in 2018 with my bachelors degree in Child Development and have 10+ years experience working with children of all ages. Currently, I dedicate my weekdays to shaping...
Jaime can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in childcare for well over 8 years now. I have a lot of experience with kids from toddler ages to teenagers as I come from a family of childcare professionals. Some of my interests are art and design, travelling, working out, living healthy and trying new foods and restaurants. I have a bachelors degree in...
Shale can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
As a mother with a special needs child, it is often hard to find someone you can trust to watch your children. Shale exceeded my expectations. She's kind, responsible, experienced, and amazing with kids. My kids were upset when they found out she wasn't still there...
Courtney C.
Angelica K.
Walnut Creek, CA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
If You're Looking For A Skilled And Experienced Babysitter, Please Feel Free To Reach Out!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe myself as happy and warm-hearted
Kids often have this infectious energy that is filled with happiness and curiosity. It is this energy and enthusiasm for life that makes working with children so unique and enjoyable.
I'm flexible in terms of what job I'm taking on.
At 15, I started working as a babysitter for...
Angelica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
We hired Angelica to babysit my two young granddaughters. She immediately clicked with them and played with them for hours without a hitch. She helped prepare a meal and tidied up their toys and was overall so easy to work with. She was very warm and seemed very...
Lynn A.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello dear family, if you are looking for someone reliable, loving and responsible to take care of your children I am here to make your life easier. I know that as a parents it can sometimes be difficult to find a trustworthy person to take care of your child, but I want to say that I do love my job and I'm very happy to help in...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Rose babysat for us for a couple of days a few months ago. She followed directions well and our boy enjoyed playing with her. She worked as an Au pair for our child's friend, so we are familiar with her and would see her at the park. She was always attentive and...
Wanwan X.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In May of 2021, I graduated from Chico State with a Bachelor of Science in Business with an Emphasis in Marketing.
Now I work full-time as a Client Service Associate in the finance industry.
I have 10+ years in childcare and have many references to suffice. I also have many years of petting sitting experience such as...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Kylie is great. Sent me photos of my cat as requested. Very kind with pets.
Gina B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Dear Families,
My name is Shima, and I am a professional nanny with over 25 years of experience in childcare. I. My background includes being a professional gymnast (competitive), soccer player, track athlete, swimmer, and snowboarder.
I am passionate about engaging children in daily walks, singing, playing music , and other...
Shima can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Recent review:
5.0
Shima is a wonderful caregiver and I trust her completely with my little one! She has endless energy and takes her role in watching the smallest babies very seriously. She communicates transparently with parents about the baby's schedule and all updates. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a BA in Child Development from Sacramento State. I am currently a graduate student with Cal State East Bay's School Psychology Program. I have experience with all age groups from various experiences throughout my undergraduate education including infant and toddler care, elementary and middle school age experience....
Serena can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Serena is always on time. She responds promptly and keeps the play area neat and tidy! My 2 and 4 year old enjoy playing with her.
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I specialize in newborn, infant and toddler childcare, with 15+ years experience in Contra Costa. I have glowing references in private homes. TB test negative and certificate in CPR, and recent TDAP done February, 2022. My primary language is Spanish and my English is sufficient in the childcare setting. I am available now for...
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Gloria took great care of my daughter and I would hire her again in the future.
Michelle C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Natalie and I am a recent college graduate who loves children and has experience with babysitting. I am a very caring, responsible and studious person. I'd be more than happy to help kids with schoolwork as well. I have some open room in my schedule that I would love to fill with babysitting opportunities while I...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Natalie was sweet and dependable. We hired her to drive our 5-year old once a week, and were happy with her. Would hire her again!
Aki N.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kasia and I have 6 years of experience working with kids. I've volunteered at a preschool, and worked as a babysitter, nanny and summer camp leader. I volunteered as a member of Marin Search and Rescue in my free time during high school, which allowed me to gain medical experience. I am a nursing assistant with...
Kasia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
We’ve worked with lots of nannies and babysitters over our children’s lives and Kasia has been one of the best. She’s wonderful with our girls, always coming up with unique activities and adventures to do together. She’s a quick learner and very proactive with...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gabriela. I have two years of experience working in a preschool, and I have 22 units of Early Childhood Education, and a certificate as an Associate's Teacher. I provide a professional and quality care for children. I love and enjoy playing, doing arts and crafts, singing songs, and reading to children. I also...
Gabriela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Ms. Gabriela is one of the kindest, all around wonderful babysitters we ever had. If we didn't move away we would still have her as our sitter. She would clean-up, get down on the floor and play with my kids, she would read, draw, and managed every situation that...
Shelly J.
4.8
(27)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a dog or cat growing up as a child. In my preteens, I started riding horses and became an advanced western rider and also worked at a ranch cleaning horse stalls and backing up trail rides. I have 21 years of experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I do have more references if you need them. I have people...
Sandra can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding & more
Recent review:
5.0
Sandra was great with my two little dogs. They are skittish rescues with anxiety. She won them over and they were happy all week with her. She was reliable and stuck to their schedule. I would definitely use her again.
Allison S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Over 10 years of experience with kids of all ages, one year as an Au Pair in California, and always passionate about child growth and development.
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Ana is wonderful! She has such a kind, calm demeanor and our 10 month old loved her. She did everything we asked and even went above and beyond by offering to do our son's laundry. She left the house spotless. We hope to hire her again!
Matt B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents!
My name is Veronica and I am 28 years old. I was born in Venezuela, South America, Spanish is my native language and I speak English. My personality is peaceful and kind mixed with energy and fun. I worked as a full-time babysitter for 4 years ('17 to '21) and part-time/set days until the present. In my babysitter...
Veronica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Vero is amazing with kids! We met Vero 6.5 years ago when she started taking care of our first kid at 6 months. She still comes to care of both our daughters ( 7 and 5 year old now).
She is thoughtful, sweet, fun, playful and very responsible. We loved having...
Care member
4.7
(15)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Being a nanny makes me very happy because I love my job. I am cheerful, funny, caring and trustworthy and have lot of experience.
Luciana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Luciana is amazing!!!!! We miss her already! We are moving out of state so we will no longer need her help. She has taken such good care of our son (18 months now) from the time he was a tiny baby. She is reliable, trustworthy, extremely punctual, and always tons...
Yvonne S.
Jenny L.
Walnut Creek, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Proactive Childcare Professional With Long Standing Relationships In The Childcare Community
5.0
(14)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Dear Prospective Family,
It would be an honor to be an essential member of your childcare team. My expertise is in infant care, early childhood education, household management of staff, personal assistant services, and home management. I am originally from South Africa where I received a British-style education at the best...
Jenny can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Jenny was great!! She’s communicative, showed up on time and was available in a pinch. Our daughter loved her. She had such a quick bond with her she cried when she left for the day. I highly recommend her without hesitation and hope to use her again and again.
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families! My names Katlyn and I have been in the child care industry now for about 7 ish years. I have 6 years of professional babysitting and 4 years of professional full time nannying. I have also worked as a teachers assistant, day care helper, and swim instructor. I like to think of myself as a very bubbly, caring person....
Katlyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Katlyn was our nanny for about 2 years. She helped out with our little's until they transitioned into full time school. Katlyn was the absolute best, and I can't recommend her enough. From the start she was extremely punctual, hard working, dedicated to our family...
Debbi R.
Irina N.
Walnut Creek, CA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsible babysitter with experience caring for children during weekends, evenings, and summer and winter breaks. Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating a priority for children's safety and well- being . Trusted by parents, with mutual loving affection for all of the cared for...
Irina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Irina has been our sons nanny since he was 3 months old and we adore her. She is trustworthy, responsible and sweet with our baby. This is my first child and i felt comfortable knowing my child was in her care. Irina is prompt and a great communicator. She is also...
Realiana C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A little bit about myself :) I'm 24 years old and currently studying Psychology at Diablo Valley College.
10+ years I have been babysitting and have nannied for 6+ years for two amazing families. I love being outdoors, arts & crafts, games and I'm comfortable around pets. I would consider myself to be caring, hardworking,...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Jenna is fantastic. Took great care of my 3 boys. Helped with homework and even did laundry. Drove safely for us to all activities - which was a lot!
Caroline K.
5.0
(5)
My name is Carolina, 29 year old, bilingual (Portuguese and English), non smoker, CPR / AED / BLS / First-Aid certified.
Currently I am looking for occasional work. I'm willing to do babysitting and also house management.
For the past 5 years I've been working as a full time nanny and I have experience with kids ages 2mo to...
Carolina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Carol is amazing and she is extremely responsible. She handles my 3 girls with ease and always manages to get everything done and more. She is wonderful with kids and also keeps the house clean, she likes to cook and will always make sure kids have well rounded...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Walnut Creek, CA
Shale L.
5.0
As a mother with a special needs child, it is often hard to find someone you can trust to watch your children. Shale exceeded my expectations. She's kind, responsible, experienced, and amazing with kids. My kids were upset when they found out she wasn't still there the morning after she babysat!...
- Courtney C.
Angelica K.
5.0
We hired Angelica to babysit my two young granddaughters. She immediately clicked with them and played with them for hours without a hitch. She helped prepare a meal and tidied up their toys and was overall so easy to work with. She was very warm and seemed very experienced in how to communicate...
- Lynn A.
Rose S.
5.0
Rose babysat for us for a couple of days a few months ago. She followed directions well and our boy enjoyed playing with her. She worked as an Au pair for our child's friend, so we are familiar with her and would see her at the park. She was always attentive and paid attention to detail. I would not...
- Wanwan X.
Kylie L.
5.0
Kylie is great. Sent me photos of my cat as requested. Very kind with pets.
- Gina B.
Shima T.
5.0
Shima is a wonderful caregiver and I trust her completely with my little one! She has endless energy and takes her role in watching the smallest babies very seriously. She communicates transparently with parents about the baby's schedule and all updates. She will always keep you informed and...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Walnut Creek, CA:
How can I find a Walnut Creek babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Walnut Creek, 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 214 babysitters in Walnut Creek, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Walnut Creek, CA?
The average rate for Walnut Creek, CA babysitters on Care.com is $23.66 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 Walnut Creek, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Walnut Creek, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 160 reviews of the 214 listed babysitters.