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Lori S.

Part-Time Babysitter Who Is Happy, Outgoing, Loving, Understandable And Dependable Was A

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have an excellent experience in giving the best care as possible. I believe the one thing that a care giver needs above all else is organization and patience. I have 6 years of experience working with children's of all ages. Also. I hope to meet you and your family and have the opportunity to work with your children or/ child.

Lisa S. says "Lori is such a treat. She is so kind and sharing with my daughter. She really enjoyed having her and we felt very comfortable with her from the moment we...

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Alondra C.

10+ Year, Experienced Babysitter/ Nanny Available For Evenings, Weeknight And Weekends.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Alondra! I'm a dedicated early childhood educator with over 7 years of experience working with children, especially infants and toddlers. I began caring for younger cousins and neighborhood kids at 14, and my passion for nurturing and teaching has only grown since. I hold an associate degree and certificate in...

Turner M. says "Alondra is an absolute saint. She's cared for our kid from infancy and now as a toddler and she is amazing with both stages! She has a very positive...

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Lorrany A.

Flexible And Loving Babysitter/nanny Available!

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
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...

Care Member says "Lorrany worked with our family for 8 months, nearly full time. She was extremely professional, on-time and communicative. We felt she really cared for...

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Genevieve B.

Fun, Reliable Babysitter For Winter Break Or One-time Needs!

Oakland, CA

3.9(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm Genevieve! I am a 22-year-old recent graduate of Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon where I studied Chemistry. I am available for week night, afternoon and weekend babysitting. I love kids and have cared for many children ages 3+ throughout my life. I'd love to spend time with your child outside, going to parks...

Care Member says "Genevieve came to us to help with our two children, ages 5 and 9, while I recovered from surgery. The kids immediately took to her and never wanted her...

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Ariam S.

Babysitter

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am a recent graduate from Saint Mary's College of California. Three words that describe me are passionate, resilient, and joyful. My love for children stems from having two younger sisters. My first sister is 16 years younger than me and my second sister 21 years younger than me. Since there is a large age gap between me and...

Care Member says "Great experience, would work with again. "

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Patricia L.

Babysitter And Retired Speech Pathologist! Big Animal Lover!

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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....

Brenna P. says "We were incredibly fortunate to have Patty as our caregiver for over a year, from when our child was in kindergarten through to the end of first grade....

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Marycarmen C.

Part Time Babysitter

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Greetings! My name is Marycarmen. I am an Oakland native and student of traditional, Indigenous medicine and midwifery. For 11+ years now, I've been supporting families with the full spectrum of life. From schools to summer camps and in more intimate familial settings as well, I have always worked with the youth and in a...

Sarah S. says "Marycarmen is warm, punctual, and reliable. She's been very flexible to accommodate surprises in our schedule and clear about her availability. She's...

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Sharon L.

Part Time Nanny Or Babysitter

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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...

Heather M. says "Sharon has cared for my pre-school aged daughter and our younger daughter is a year and a half. She is an abundance of laughter, enthusiasm and energy....

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Brenda Z.

Experienced Bilingual Nanny/ Babysitter

Oakland, CA

4.7(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I am an experienced and enthusiastic person who loves taking care of kids of any age. I have been doing full-time babysitting for 8 years, I have a certificate in first AID training and CPR, and I am also fully vaccinated against COVID and Flu shot. Currently, a part time student at Merritt College pursuing an AA degree in Child...

Kelsey G. says "Brenda was a life saver for us! Our full time nanny of 3 years went to visit her family for 3 weeks and we were scrambling to find someone to fill in....

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Davina N.

Flexible Nanny/Babysitter

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm a recent dental hygiene graduate who is bilingual in English and Vietnamese. Growing up with many cousins and nieces has given me a deep affection for children of all ages. I enjoy making arts and crafts, listening to music, reading engaging books, spending time outdoors, watching movies, and playing sports. I'm...

Sarah A. says "Interested, responses on time ."

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Georgia B.

College Babysitter With 5 Years Of Experience

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I started babysitting and being a mother's helper. From there, I built bonds with multiple families and became a part time nanny. I have managed kids' schedules and dealt with carpool/other transportation needs. I have over 5 years of experience in childcare with children from ages 6 months old to 10 years old.

Emily L. says "We had the pleasure of working with George for a year. If it was not for the pandemic, Georgia would still be working with us. Georgia was responsible for...

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Lourdes C.

Hispanic Nanny/Babysitter Available Full-Time, Long Term

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
AVAILABLE A S. A. P Full time Long term I have worked for years as a babysitter. For the last 17 years, Now, it is time to find a new family because my adorable child starts Preschool. I'm Bilingual Spanish-English Legally for work in this country CDL excellent driving record CPR great references.

Kelly B. says "Lourdes was wonderful with my daughter! She was also fun, communicative, and dependable. I highly recommend hiring her to help with little ones."

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Krystal G.

Potential Babysitter

Oakland, CA

5.0(0)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, parents! I have moved back to Oakland after living in San Jose for almost 10 years and I am working full time as an infant/toddler 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...
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Yolanda R.

Babysitter Available (Spanish Speaking Only)

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello families. I have cared for children from infants to 6-year-old. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I am warm, responsible, loving, fun, and energetic. With over 10 years of experience, good references. I am also punctual and reliable. I like to work in a team with the parents to keep the children happy and safe. I...

Care Member says "We are so grateful that Yolanda was a part of our family from when my son was 8 months until he started preschool at 2.5 years old. I had total...

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Isela G.

Morning/Afternoon Babysitter Nanny Available

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Out of work recovering from surgery 1/3/2025-4/22/25 -- My name is isela & thank you for checking me out. My resumé starts summer & winter breaks of 2008. Nursery volunteer in 2010-12 with children from newborn-12 years old child care part-time, in a gym on Bay Farm and Fitness Club; parents would drop off children 4 m to 12 yrs...

Brittany G. says "Isela is great with my kids. They have fun with her and respect her. I appreciate her communication i.e. she asks me permission before letting the kids...

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Shomari B.

Babysitter

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a caregiver with six years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I'm patient, calm, and creative, making it easy for me to connect with children and provide a nurturing environment. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's day or...

Bay H. says "Very pleasant and happy presence, our kids loved playing with her!"

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Bizunesh S.

Oakland, California Looking To Babysit Toddlers!

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I like working with kids because 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 years old and younger. I...

Care Member says "Incredible Nanny! We cannot recommend Bizu highly enough! She has been an absolute lifesaver for our family—always on the go, keeping up with our...

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Vanessa H.

Enthusiastic, Responsible, And Experienced College Student Looking To Nanny/babysit

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Vanessa and I am an experienced nanny and babysitter living in Manhattan. I was a mother's helper in middle school and began babysitting around the age of 13. I babysat at least twice a month through all of high school, usually kids aged 2-6. I nannied in Summer 2020, 40 hours a week for three boys ages 7-9. We...

Tashana L. says "Vanessa cared for our two kids, ages 9 and 12, in the afternoons over the summer. She picked them up from school or camp, drove them to activities/play...

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Grecia G.

Babysitting

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a dedicated mother and educator with experience teaching at the high school, middle school, and elementary levels. I have a deep passion for working with children, helping them learn and grow in a supportive environment. I also have a great love for animals, making me comfortable in homes with pets. I'm excited to...

Sair L. says "Grecia has been employed with California teaching fellows since January 28, 2016. Grecia is an after school program tutor. In that Capacity Grecia works...

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Nicha G.

Child care

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello Parents, I am a traveling Postpartum Doula/ Newborn Care Specialist/Night Nanny. I offer temporary, occasional, and full-time care, and I am available to travel across the U. S. or internationally (I hold a U. S. passport) I have over 10 years of experience in childcare with children of ages from newborns to...

Meredith G. says "Nicha is a wonderful Douala who cared for our newborn infant at 2 weeks old and our entire family. She helped us acclimate to life with the new baby...

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  • 283 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.51/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oakland, CA

Babysitters in Oakland, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 306 reviews of the 283 listed babysitters

Lori S.

Lori is such a treat. She is so kind and sharing with my daughter. She really enjoyed having her and we felt very comfortable with her from...

- Lisa S.

Alondra C.

Alondra is an absolute saint. She's cared for our kid from infancy and now as a toddler and she is amazing with both stages! She has a very...

- Turner M.

Lorrany A.

Lorrany worked with our family for 8 months, nearly full time. She was extremely professional, on-time and communicative. We felt she really...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oakland, CA:

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 283 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.

The average rate for Oakland, CA babysitters on Care.com is $25.51 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oakland, CA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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