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60 babysitters are listed in Hercules, CA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Hercules, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lily and I am 23 years old. I currently work full time but I am looking for something extra during the evenings and weekends. I graduated from Colorado State University with a bachelor's in psychology in December of 2022. While living in Colorado I nannied for many different families with kids of all ages. I love...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lily is wonderful! She engaged both my children and always had a wonderfully positive presence. Her playfulness kept them entertained, while her steadiness and dependability made me feel confident in her. I absolutely recommend her, and would have kept employing...
Kimberly S.
Maria R.
Pinole, CA
$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maria and I graduated from CAL Berkeley! I am currently enrolled in college pursuing a career in the medical field. I am very loving, hardworking, engaging and extremely responsible. I have 9 years experience with kids, and enjoy working with them. (Started babysitting at 16 for family and friends, and 18...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Maria! She watched my then 10 month old and occasionally my 4 year old. Both my girls really enjoyed her. She was always on time, dependable and trustworthy. Unfortunately, our schedules didn't work so she couldn't work for us anymore. I would definitely...
Melissa W.
Ella W.
Berkeley, CA
$15-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Ella and am currently a student at Uc Berkeley studying Education, Child Development, and dance. I have almost 2 years of babysitting kids 2-12 and have watched babies as a mother helpers as well. I've also worked in an elementary school so I have professional experience. I love having fun with kiddos, helping out with...
Ella can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ella was punctual, comfortable with the kids and a delight to work with. The kids had a blast! Hoping to hire again in the near future!"
Sandy P.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am a very caring, responsible and loving person. I love to find ways to incorporate learning into fun activities.
I have babysat for many families over the years. I have done over nights and babysitting for extended periods of time as well as drop off and pick ups. I have also cared for pets. We have a few dogs and...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Michelle has been great to work with. She was able to meet with my son and I before we hired her. She's been flexible with our schedule. I would definitely hire her again!"
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5.0
(22)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Hi, and welcome to my profile! My name is Parnia and I'm a 24-year-old experienced nanny. Here is a little bit about me. I am Vaccinated!
My first job was 6 years ago at a daycare, where I handled up to 8 children of all ages by myself. Duties with the younger ones included changing diapers, feeding, introducing colors, shapes,...
Parnia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Parnia watches our 4 year old son and our 3 and 1-1/2 year old daughters, 3 days a week and occasional date nights! We are SOOO HAPPY that we found her! She has become a part of the family! Our kids immediately warmed up to her fun and loving spirit and enjoy...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids for over 10 years.
I always have good times with them as well as taking good care and being there for what's needed.
I always try to help the family by organizing things around the house keeping the house clean and also taking care of the kids meals.
I am always making sure to give my best as I am...
Munik can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Munik is amazing. From the moment she walked in our house, she brought the best energy. My daughter adores her. She makes childcare look effortless."
CARINA R.
Ana P.
San Pablo, CA
$35-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ana, I'm very responsible and friendly person. I enjoy outdoor playgrounds, museums, I like to explore and learn new things with kids, also teach them good manners, my first language is Spanish, thank you for your interest.
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ana is simply the best! She was reliable, attentive, adaptable, caring and fun with our children. She took care of my son for about 2 years from the time he was 6 months to 2.5 years old while taking care of a girl of the same age in a nanny share. Ana was active...
Merrill F.
Cristal D.
Richmond, CA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate about helping others, I sense there is a need for us to spread love to anyone we encounter with. Working with those of special needs opens up my eyes and brings in meaning to my life and purpose here. I am here to learn and give my best to those in need of support. We all need an extra helping hand and its always...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent UCSB graduate with a degree in Psychological & Brain Sciences. I am particularly passionate about developmental psychology. I have always loved caring for children. In elementary school, I used to hang out with the toddlers at my after school care program just because I preferred to play with the little ones....
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Chloe was great with our two kids. We would hire her again any time!"
Lucas M.
Maria B.
Richmond, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Are you looking for a trustworthy fun babysitter that is exactly me I have been taking care of children throughout the ages from newborn from the age of 10 worked as a personal assistant in Marin since I was 15 I enjoy spending my time volunteering and achieving good academics due to COVID my family and I been affected with my...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria is so sweet with our daughter and very accommodating to our needs. She engages with her immediately and initiates play. She send photos regularly of them outside on the swing and eating snacks. I feel confident that she's well cared for while with Maria."
Dominique S.
5.0
(1)
Feeling secure, knowing your beloved companion is going to enjoy the time spent apart makes those separations full of relief for the both of you! Safety, love, and playful creativity is how I engage with every animal. I provide this gentle approach relying on my strong intuitive connection with animals as well as my experience...
Corinne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Sherap and I am a mother of a 11-year-old boy. I have been living in Bay area for the past 17 years. I started working as nanny after my pregnancy and I really enjoy doing it. I have worked as a nanny for the past 8+years and I wish to continue caring for babies or infants. My recent job, I was taking care of 6month...
Sherap can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Sherap is a warm, gentle, kind caregiver who loves children and takes pride in caring for them. She has been watching my daughter full-time for the last 18 months, starting from 5 months old. She treats my daughter like her own child, and my daughter adores her....
Averyl Y.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Angela and I am 20 years old. I have experience with kids of all ages as I've babysat for families and as well friends of mine for many years (approximately 4 years).
I am reliable, patient, and love children (I have younger nieces/nephews who I've been babysitting since diapers). I am comfortable driving,...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angela was amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our children in her care! She was prompt, flexible, knowledgeable, and very caring with our kids."
Veronica M.
4.9
(12)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Aline, I have experience with children from 3 months old up including activities like teaching art, science, math, crafts and languages, tutoring/homework helper, taking them to school, bath time, preparing meals and more. I am an expert in setting routines for kids, nap time, time for lunch, snacks, playtime, etc. I...
Aline can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aline has been a wonderful caretaker for our now 1 year old daughter and is a lovely human being. She integrated well with our household right away, and maintained a wonderfully calm energy for our baby. Aline excels in keeping a routine. She was very pro-active in...
Constance C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Caroline and I am a former 7th grade math teacher. I have worked with children since I was 12 years old as a babysitter, a part-time and full-time nanny, a camp counselor, a mother's helper, a tutor, a teacher, and now I am myself a new mom! I am hoping to pick up some tutoring work in the evenings.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jane D.
Benicia, CA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My previous services include caring for a 91-year-old Benicia woman, 2 clients with dementia, and a cancer patient. I assisted with shopping/other outings, personal care, emergency visits, post-surgery care including major eye surgery and other health conditions, prepared meals requiring special dietary needs, and arranged...
Jane can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"I met Jane through my grandson after his mother died. As a recent resident of Benicia, he was living on his mother's property, he has no friends there, no support group, and at his mother's death, he was alone and lost. Then there was Jane, a remarkable lady. She...
Blanche N.
Emma R.
Berkeley, CA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Emma, and I am a graduate from UC Berkeley with a degree in Psychology and a focus in child development. I currently am working in developmental psychological research at Cal as I gear up to apply to graduate school this Fall! I have always loved being around children, and have worked with all ages both in...
5.0
"Emma is great! We hired her as an ongoing parent helper in the evenings while we're home. We have two kids (4 and 7) and she's patient in letting them warm up to her, and when they want space, she is a self-starter and finds things that need to get done around the...
Sarah M.
Jacqueline E.
Richmond, CA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Open For Any Day, Any Time For Weekdays
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Jacqueline (Jackie). I am a lovely, sweet, responsible, and honest person. I've worked as a babysitter for about 6 years. I love working with children, I love their beautiful, bright little minds, their curiosity for things around them, and love to teach them new things everyday. I've been home for the past 4...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We're so lucky to have found Jackie! She's a wonderful, caring person who does an excellent job caring for our girls! Our 2.5 year old loves Jackie, and Jackie has cared for her since she was 1 year old. Jackie's past experience as a preschool teacher shows - she...
Kristin T.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jasmine, I'm a Bay Area native and I currently attend online college while I work full time time as a nanny. I have been working with children for 8 years now, from babysitting to teaching in a classroom. I have worked with ages 6mths- 12+ year olds, one on one and as a group/class. I have worked as a rec...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine has a motherly nature, she has time and time again always known how to sooth my new born baby girl. She's very reliable and has become apart of the family now!"
May S.
5.0
(2)
Hi- my name is Sharon and I'm a currently student at San Francisco State University. I'm bilingual, English and Spanish. I live in Pinole, however I have reliable transportation.
I have 9 years of experience and I love being a babysitter and have been watching new borns, infants, toddlers and kids, since I was 18 years old, I'm...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I am more than happy I got to work with Sharon. She was very polite, attentive, responsible and sweet. I highly recommend her. She won’t let you down. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hercules, CA
Lily W.
5.0
Lily is wonderful! She engaged both my children and always had a wonderfully positive presence. Her playfulness kept them entertained, while her steadiness and dependability made me feel confident in her. I absolutely recommend her, and would have kept employing her if we hadn't moved.
- Kimberly S.
Maria R.
5.0
We love Maria! She watched my then 10 month old and occasionally my 4 year old. Both my girls really enjoyed her. She was always on time, dependable and trustworthy. Unfortunately, our schedules didn't work so she couldn't work for us anymore. I would definitely hire her again.
- Melissa W.
Ella W.
5.0
Ella was punctual, comfortable with the kids and a delight to work with. The kids had a blast! Hoping to hire again in the near future!
- Sandy P.
Michelle C.
5.0
Michelle has been great to work with. She was able to meet with my son and I before we hired her. She's been flexible with our schedule. I would definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Parnia B.
5.0
We’ve had the pleasure of having Parnia watch our 2 year old daughter every morning since January, and we absolutely love having her. My daughter enjoys the arts and crafts, books, puzzles and outside time that Parnia does with her and I appreciate how patient she is with my toddler. We also...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hercules, CA:
How can I find a Hercules babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hercules, 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 33 babysitters in Hercules, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 Hercules, CA?
The average rate for Hercules, CA babysitters on Care.com is $22.09 per hour as of May 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 Hercules, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hercules, 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 Hercules, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Hercules, CA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.