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127 after school babysitters are listed in Oakland, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Oakland, CA
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:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Anushka E.
Oakland, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I was a previous au pair of 3 years and have experience that dates further than the program. I'm comfortable with any age group as well!
I'd describe my personality as friendly, respectful and kind
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I started out with kids in my family but then I volunteered at a local...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a patient and fun individual with 5 years of experience caring for children. Your children will be well-cared for with me & I'm happy to help with other tasks if needed. I am confident in my abilities and experience to provide a fun, and safe supervised environment.
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With babysitting being my first job as a teen, this caretaker role has always felt right to me as a responsible, compassionate, and joyful person. I supported myself through high school and into college at UC Santa Cruz babysitting for several families with children from 3 months - 13 years old. Having recently moved to the area...
Rosie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rosie took care of my boys on a regular basis during the school year, picking them up from school, helping with homework, shuttling them too and from sports. She always was punctual, incredibly dependable and responsible and showcased such great energy with my...
Stacey G.
Hello! My name is Lee. I have 5 years of experience working with children. I have worked on a preschool/ daycare setting and I have worked as a nanny. I am engaged and creative. I love to play games, read, and sing songs. I love to be outside. I can help with Light Housekeeping, meals and Carpooling. I hope to hear from you...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Helen and I am a mother of 5 children. I have a lot of experience babysitting and I love spending time with kids. I'm patient, responsible, and always making sure that the children are safe and happy.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gracie is the absolute best. She babysat for our family before moving away. She was punctual, caring, dependable, an excellent communicator and was a creative and thoughtful caregiver. I wish she'd move back to CO!! :("
Jamie C.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was born & raised in Napa, CA. I attended Santa Barbara City College majoring in Early Childhood Education from 2016 to 2019 before changing gears to pursue a career as a Radiologic Technologist.
I recently began school with Kaiser Permanente School of Allied Health Sciences in Richmond, CA to earn my Bachelor's of Science in...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hey! My name is Tae'a . I have 10 years of experience. I can help with assist Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I worked for Alameda County as a Child Care Provider which is just a fancy way to say baby sitter! My sister is special needs which has helped me with patience and compassion. I love kids and am a 4th grader...
Taea can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I'd describe my personality as caring, kind, helpful
I like working with kids because kids are energetic. They keep you on your toes. Even though kids need to be taught you can learn a-lot from them. Kids can also teach you to be patient.
I'm looking for a job that a good work environment. I also look forward to leaning more...
Taylor B.
Oakland, CA
$10-50/hr • 11 yrs exp
Just Recently Graduated From A Masters Program & Relocated From Nashville, TN!
5.0
(1)
Hello! I recently graduated from Vanderbilt Divinity School and just relocated to the Bay Area! I am super excited to explore this city and place some roots down. I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from 8 weeks to 14 years old.
I know it can be scary to leave your babies with someone new, but I will promise you that...
5.0
"Taylor is so kind and caring. She is incredible with kids and also with pets. We cannot recommend her highly enough!!"
Care member
Angie M.
Oakland, CA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am Patient, I Am Very Loving And Understanding With Children.
5.0
(1)
friendly, loving and above all full of patience in extremely stressful situations. I am willing to be more than a babysitter, to be the best companion for your children, encourage creativity with outdoor technology-free activities, and also help them make their meals healthier, appropriate to their age and needs. positive...
Angie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angie took care of my son for 3 years. She was amazing caretaker. Angie is punctual, patient, and she is great with kids. Not only is she great at providing security for the young ones she is also great at arts and crafts and sends me pictures of the kids...
Gabriela M.
Tajianna O.
Oakland, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Have Experience Babysitting Ages 4+! I'm Great For Those Nights When You Need A Self Care Night :)
Eldest daughter of 4. High school teacher. Former after school program teaching artist. Experienced babysitting ages 4+. Ask me anything you want to know!
Tajianna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Rakita O.
Oakland, CA
$39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Rakita and I have loved and worked with children for over 14 years. My background started in Early Childhood education by way of attending SFSU and working for Jumpstart for Young Children for 5 years. Simultaneously, I nannied for families in an around the bay area and when I visited my mom in San Diego. I...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Isabel I am currently in the process of obtaining my bachelor's degree from Holy Names University. I am looking for a daytime job during the summer, I love to spend time with kids and do fun active outdoor activities. I have 4 years of experience in babysitting. I am CPR and first aid kit certified. I currently...
Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Farm . I am 29 years old and I am CPR certified. I have been nannying for over 8 years now in the Oakland area. I believe in genuine love and care when it comes to children. I have worked with various families. I have experiences with ages 1 month to 8 years old with up to one to two babies at a time. I am...
Farm can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am a current case worker at a primary care clinic looking to work in education for the next 6 months before attending medical school. I am passionate about neurodiversity and child development. I have 8 years of experience working with children in a variety of roles such as after-school staff member, substitute...
Kyra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Aniya C.
Oakland, CA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with kids because I enjoy seeing them learn new things and progress in their development. Seeing the look on their face when they accomplish new things is inspiring and motivating for myself. I'm looking for a job that can help me connect and learn and grow with new children while building experience in caring for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anita was wonderful with my daughter and instantly made her feel at ease. They had fun playing and she was thoughtful about engaging my daughter in stimulating activities."
Nicole R.
Hi there, my name is Quincy and I am 25, born and raised in the Bay. I have several years of childcare experience. I obtained a bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture but have found my passion lies in childcare and education.
I live in Oakland and am currently a garden teacher at an elementary school in San Francisco! As...
Quincy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Leilani S.
Oakland, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CPR certified, 10+ years of experience in providing care anywhere from infants to adolescents. Previous volunteer experience at summer school programs and nannying with clients from Care. I have a passion for being active in nature, writing, reading and art so I love helping kids express their creativity and playfulness while...
Leilani can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leilani is wonderful! Really communicative, warm, and my 8-year-old had a great time with her. Would definitely recommend / hire her again!"
Catherine B.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Oakland, CA
Rosie C.
5.0
Rosie took care of my boys on a regular basis during the school year, picking them up from school, helping with homework, shuttling them too and from sports. She always was punctual, incredibly dependable and responsible and showcased such great energy with my boys. They loved her! In addition she...
- Stacey G.
Gracie R.
5.0
Gracie is the absolute best. She babysat for our family before moving away. She was punctual, caring, dependable, an excellent communicator and was a creative and thoughtful caregiver. I wish she'd move back to CO!! :(
- Jamie C.
Taylor B.
5.0
Taylor is so kind and caring. She is incredible with kids and also with pets. We cannot recommend her highly enough!!
- Care member
Angie M.
5.0
Angie took care of my son for 3 years. She was amazing caretaker. Angie is punctual, patient, and she is great with kids. Not only is she great at providing security for the young ones she is also great at arts and crafts and sends me pictures of the kids throughout the day. I highly recommend...
- Gabriela M.
Aniya C.
5.0
Aniya is a wonderful care provider who has been a dependable and kind babysitter for our 5-year-old daughter. She's very nice and patient, and is lots of fun. We strongly recommend her!
- Byron W.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Oakland, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Oakland, CA?
You can review 127 after school babysitter profiles near you in Oakland, CA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Oakland, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Oakland, CA is $24.06. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Oakland, CA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Oakland, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Oakland, CA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Oakland, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Oakland, CA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Oakland, CA.
Ratings for Oakland, CA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
After School Babysitters in Oakland, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 96 reviews of the 127 listed after school babysitters.