Child Care

Tutoring

Senior Care

Pet Care

Housekeeping

How it works

Share details about your babysitter needs

Match with highly rated local babysitters near you

Compare babysitter options and choose the best fit

Babysitters in Canyon, CA

Jalah P.'s Photo

Jalah P.


San Leandro, CA

$20-27/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience for my age pertaining to babysitting. I love working with children, besides babysitting family or friends I've also work at an after-school program, a daycare, a recreation center and at a water park where I would help and teach kids to swim. I have years of experience with all different ages, from...
Jalah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Jalah was super friendly, calm, and very responsive! Our 5-year-old and 2-year-old had a great time with her. She made them lunch, played active games with them, and shared pictures. We hired her on short notice for a weekend day, and are very happy we did!"

Care member

Nonhlakanipho S.'s Photo

Nonhlakanipho S.


Oakland, CA

$23-30/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood

I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
5.0
"Non was great with our 4 year old and 8 month old! We would hire her again."

Elizabeth H.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I grew up with my mom having an in home daycare, so I have been around and taking care of children for a portion of my life. I also have my own transportation. I have played sports my entire life, so if your children like sports, I would enjoy playing with them. If you have pets, I do not mind since I have some pets of my...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Rebecca is wonderful! My toddlers love her and I don't feel worried leaving the house knowing my kids and pets are in her care :) she is also very warm and loving with my dog and cat!"

Dan K.

Aniya C.'s Photo

Aniya C.


Oakland, CA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

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.

Valysha O.'s Photo

Valysha O.


San Leandro, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced And Reliable Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Valysha, I'm 23 years old and I have been nannying professionally for 4 years! I've mainly worked for families with grade school kids, but am open to all ages! All my life I've always enjoyed being able to help others. With time, I noticed everywhere I go, children are captivated by my presence. They enjoy being...
Valysha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Valysha was a great sitter. I have a 5 year old son and 2 huskies. She played with my son and did outdoor activities such as sports and kept him active. Also did indoor stuff like arts and crafts that my son showed me. Wasn't a boring sitter who sat on the phone...

Leilani P.

Alexa R.'s Photo

Alexa R.


Alamo, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Teacher / Caretaker

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an MA student studying imagination and mindfulness on the brain inside and outside of my schooling. I have worked with children professionally and as a caretaker for about 10 years. I only have amazing recommendations, and every child's family becomes an extension of mine.
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lexi was amazing. She responded to a last minute request. Arrived on time, stayed late when our plans changed yet again, and was sweet and fun with our kids. What a wonderful caregiver!! I will absolutely hire her again while I'm here on vacation! She left our...

Ingrid J.

Eden B.'s Photo

Eden B.


Oakland, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Kind Sitter

Hello! My name is Eden and I'm a mom to four kids, one girl and three boys! My eldest son is 24 years old and the youngest is 4 years old, so I have a wide range of 10+ years of experience. I've loved and enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom for some years now, but now since my youngest is in school, I wanted to find a part-time job...
Eden can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"I have over tens years experience I have 4 kids "

Care member

Marcia C.'s Photo

Marcia C.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a loving nanny dedicated to babies for 10 years, I love having outdoor activities with them, taking them for a walk, to the library, to the park etc., I have updated vaccines, CPR, strong references,, I am working for my current family what we are ideally looking for a 10/11-month-old baby, .
Marcia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"she's very kind and careful with the kids"

Magda A.

Carrie B.'s Photo

Carrie B.


Emeryville, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

I Already Like You!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, new friends! I am an outdoors lover, expert snack preparer, college graduate and artist pursuing nannying, as my professional career took a turn during Covid. I was raised in a big, loving family, with 5 siblings and 15 nieces and nephews (and counting!) - so I have been surrounded by children my entire life. My parents...
Carrie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"Carrie was our office manager and later a marketing associate at Sphere, a coworking and wellness site for women in Oakland. We counted on Carrie to be on time to open, greet our members, and ensure that the office and systems were working. In addition to ensuring...

Signy J.

Gabriela B.'s Photo

Gabriela B.


Walnut Creek, CA

$44/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm Gabi, I am a stay at home mom. And I would love to babysit your kid. I am Brazilian and am fluent in English and Portuguese. I'm a caring loving, fun and creative person and love children. In Brazil, I was a business administrator, have MBA in Health Management. I was also an au pair in the USA for two years with the same...
Gabriela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gabriela was excellent at watching our three-year old daughter for eight months in 2022 on a full-time basis. She helped our daughter navigate various activities such as ballet class and summer camp. Gabriela took our daughter on play-dates and always made sure...

Olivia V.

Hanna T.'s Photo

Hanna T.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

5-star Rated Dog Walker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Hanna and I would love to help you care for your precious family member! I grew up with dogs and have always been my friends and family's go-to person for pet-sitting. I love getting to know each animal and understanding their likes and dislikes, meeting each pet where they're at. I've volunteered as a foster parent...
Hanna can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Emily P.'s Photo

Emily P.


Alameda, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible, Experienced, Driving Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I love playing with children and teaching them new things. I'm fluent in Spanish and I have been able to teach kids a few words and help them develop different skills as appropriate with their age. I am CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Certified for Adult, Child and Infant. I am responsible, organized, punctual and very...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily has been my nanny for the past 7 months and is absolutely amazing at what she does! She is always on time, eagerly plays and engages with my 16 month old, and goes above and beyond. She is currently teaching her Spanish words, reads to her all of the time,...

Michele H.

Amanda W.'s Photo

Amanda W.


San Leandro, CA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

I am a college student who loves kids. I have worked with children of all ages since I was 10; babysitting for family and friends. I love the outdoors, animals, sports, traveling, reading, music, and learning new things. I have a day job in the mornings that is usually done by 12-1 p.m. I am looking for work in the...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amanda has been excellent with my son since he was a newborn. I’m grateful that I’ve had her help since the beginning, she’s a true natural with children. She’s prompt, easy to work with, and I’m confident she’d be great with any age group. Not only does she treat...

Care member

Tyler L.'s Photo

Tyler L.


Emeryville, CA

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Active Sitter

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Tyler! I've worked with children in sports instruction, youth mentorship, and nanny settings for nine years. I have a passion for encouraging kids to learn, grow, and connect with their interests, and I look forward to the moments I'm able to foster safe play and discovery. I'm available for occasional babysitting on...
Tyler can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tyler watched my 2 girls for more than a year and a half (until we left the Bay area) and he was hands down the most responsible, caring, cautious, and just all around amazing nanny I have ever met. Testament to his amazing is that I happily paid for him and his...

Liz N.

Reena R.'s Photo

Reena R.


El Cerrito, CA

$27/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5 +years of experience as a Nanny, I have had the opportunity to work with newborns to children up to 7 years old. As a nanny, my primary focus is on providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to grow . I am skilled in ensuring that children's nutritional needs are met, preparing healthy meals...
5.0
"I employed Reena as a nanny in my home two years ago, and I would highly recommend her services. Reena has shown remarkable responsibility in caring for our children and keeping the house running smoothly. She is gentle, trustworthy, and excellent with children. It...

Care member

Justine B.'s Photo

Justine B.


Berkeley, CA

$54/hr10 yrs exp

Mother's Assistant And Playtime Specialist

I have 20 years of experience as a babysitter and then as a nanny. I have a background in Early Childhood Education, Somatic Coaching and Developmental Psychology. I am vaccinated and covid conscious. I can help with errands, household chores, nannying, and whatever else might be needed. I provide a fun and enriching environment...
Justine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Justine worked with us daily for about 6 months, starting when our son was 8m old. She did a great job meeting him where he was at and gaining his trust quickly. He had a hard time taking a bottle from anyone except my husband when she started with us, but she was...

Jennifer W.

Catherine G.'s Photo

Catherine G.


Berkeley, CA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Catherine : Experienced Baby-Sitter, Counselor, And Family Aid

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Catherine! I'm a college graduate and experienced caregiver! As a long time baby-sitter, camp counselor, school para, and family aid I'm comfortable working with a wide range of ages and providing engaging learning/play time. I have experience looking after multiple kids at a time. Thanks to my 8+ years...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Catherine is a fantastic babysitter/nanny. She is pleasant, professional, punctual, and loves what she does. Our twins absolutely love her and she goes above and beyond to make sure they are taken care of. Catherine has been our go-to life saver for child care and...

Rio M.

Jordyn B.'s Photo

Jordyn B.


Oakland, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In this role I collect data, ensure client care, follow behavior reduction protocols, report to families/caregivers, and maintain client confidentiality.
5.0
"Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported...

Miriam P.

Taryn M.'s Photo

Taryn M.


El Cerrito, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Caring Occasional Sitter

Hello :) My name is Taryn. Child and family therapist looking to make extra money working with kind and loving families. I am a kind, empathic, creative, silly, playful and responsible person. Experience caring for individual kids and multiples ranging from babies, toddlers, kids, tweens and teens. I love working with kids...
Taryn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"We hired Taryn to nanny our 18 month old son, and she quickly became a family friend. Now that my son is 5, he still asks to go see TT."

Claudia G.

Angie M.'s Photo

Angie M.


Oakland, CA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

I Am Patient, I Am Very Loving And Understanding With Children.

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"The young nanny proved to be reliable and caring in taking care of my son. Her positive attitude and creative energy created a safe and fun environment. She appreciated her ability to handle situations with patience and responsibility. Highly recommended"

Jesu L.

Showing 41 - 60 of 60

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Canyon, CA

Jalah P.

5.0

We have had Jalah sit for us 3 times now and she has been fantastic! She's helped to make sure homework got done and prepared dinner for them. She's also played a lot of games with my kids which they love. One time one of my kiddos was having a particularly rough time and she was so patient...

- Amy S.

Nonhlakanipho S.

5.0

Non was great with our 4 year old and 8 month old! We would hire her again.

- Elizabeth H.

Rebecca H.

5.0

Rebecca is wonderful! My toddlers love her and I don't feel worried leaving the house knowing my kids and pets are in her care :) she is also very warm and loving with my dog and cat!

- Dan K.

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.

Valysha O.

5.0

Helped take care of my two younger daughters, 3 months and 1 year old. She was super sweet and made me feel comfortable with taking care of my girls. She helped change diapers, feed them, bathe them, and even put them down for naps. Totally would recommend Valysha, interacts with children very well....

- Maleya C.

Babysitter Articles

How to explain they/them and nonbinary pronouns to kids and parents

How to explain they/them and nonbinary pronouns to kids and parents

May 27th, 2023 LGBTQ+ people have always existed. But with increased media visibility and access to information online, there’s been a surge in awareness of transgender an... Read more
101 indoor games for kids and other activities

101 indoor games for kids and other activities

May 18th, 2023 It’s easy for children to get cabin fever when they’re stuck inside because of a bad weather day. That’s why it’s a good idea for you to have some fun indoo... Read more
102 fun summer activities for kids

102 fun summer activities for kids

May 21st, 2023 Keeping kids entertained and engaged throughout the summer takes a bit of creativity. Don’t worry though, we have you covered! Check out these 101 fun summe... Read more
After-school restraint collapse: Why kids fall apart at home and what to do about it

After-school restraint collapse: Why kids fall apart at home and what to do about it

August 25th, 2023 Almost every parent or caregiver has been there: We meet kids at the school for pickup or greet them at the bus in the afternoon and within minutes, they’re... Read more
27 restaurants where kids eat free (or super cheap)

27 restaurants where kids eat free (or super cheap)

August 25th, 2023 After a long workday or busy weekend, sometimes the prospect of cooking for the whole family (and especially cleaning up) just sounds exhausting. But going ... Read more

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Canyon, CA:

How can I find a Canyon babysitter near me?

How much do babysitters charge in Canyon, CA?

What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Canyon, CA?