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Paola H.

Hayward, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
My name is Paola. I have a lot of experience with child care and have found it to be a passion of mine. It is something that I love to do, and wish to continue doing. I have two children of my own; they are the energy in my life and have taught me much about love and kindness. I have a lot to offer as a care provider, and wish...

Johanna S. says "Paola cared for my son from age 6mo-3yr. He thrived under her care, from babyhood through to toddlerhood. He was rested, happy, well-fed, cleaned, and...

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Kayla V.

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
Experience with newborn care - 'terrible twos' and older elementary children in improving literacy, helping with phonics, and improving confidence in reading aloud. I am a recent CSU Psychology student grad. I have a concentration in human development. Prior to declaring my major, I completed over 12+ Early Childhood Education...

Danilo J. says "Very kind and flexible. A joy to have around. My 4 year old son was so sad to say goodbye to his nanny when we moved. Kay will keep your house clean and...

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Hannah P.

Nanny/Babysitter/Night Nurse

Hayward, CA

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 40 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
I am a 29-year-old Babysitter/Nanny/Night Nurse. I have years of experience taking care of infants-14-year-olds. Most number of kids I took care of together is 4.

Kevin W. says "Hannah is the best. Took our 2 1/2 girl out for the day, she super enjoyed it and is already asking for Hannah by name. "

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Chloe E.

Castro Valley, CA

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi nice to meet you! My name is Chloe currently I'm 20 years old. Work Experience I have about 4 years of experience working with kids from extracurricular activities and various programs involving youth, and currently babysitting as well! Work wise I am an EMT working in Contra Costa County With current CPR training and...

Care Member says "Chloe is an absolute mature and considerate young adult. Aside from her drive in other endeavors, Chloe is solid in ensuring she has frequent touch...

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Joan M.

Joan

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I did child care from my home from 1985 until 1994, from the time I was having my children, until they went to school. I watched between two to three full time children, one to two part time ( before /after school). They were between the age of 3 months to 10 years old. I am a very loving, caring, patient, and honest person....

Ayisha B. says "Joan is great has been working with her now a few weeks and she's done a great! She always on time and reliable. She puts the kids to bed on time and I...

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Valysha O.

Experienced And Reliable Babysitter

San Leandro, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi my name is Valysha, I have been nannying professionally for over 5 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 around me, as I...

Maleya C. says "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...

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Kate S.

Castro Valley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm in my junior year of college studying biology, I just received my associates degree, and I am working towards becoming an ultrasound technician in the future. I enjoy hiking, fitness, reading, and baking in my free time, and would be able to use these skills to help around the house and provide activities for the children...

Care Member says "Highly recommend Kate to help with kids of all ages, and in all kinds of ways. We have three school-age kids, and when we first hired Kate, I had told...

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Desiree O.

Hayward, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a 28-year-old, caregiver currently employed. I absolutely love working with children. I have 7 years of experience working with kids in multiple fields: private tutoring, outdoor camps, after school programs, swim lessons, lifeguarding, recreational camps, and a local dance studio. Over the years, I grown to become equipped...

Ivan L. says "I hired Desiree during the summer of 2021 to help my family with our toddler while we brought home a newborn. Desiree was excellent at identifying some of...

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Helen T.

Fun And Patient Sitter

Hayward, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have so much experience with working with children. I have been nanny for kids of all ages and I have about 15 years of experience. I have also raised two of my own amazing children. They are both old now, I have one who is in college and my youngest is in high school and getting ready to go to college. I also have so many...

Shalltell F. says "Helen watched my 15 month old daughter for a short while. During that time, Helen was great towards my daughter as she quickly warmed up to her....

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Autumn K.

Part-time Nanny/ Housekeeper

Castro Valley, CA

4.8(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Autumn and I am 25 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and have experience with kids ranging from ages 8 months to 12 years. I have an extensive background in musical theater and through that have had the pleasure of working and playing with hundreds of kids. This has made it very easy for me to be...

Care Member says "Autumn entered into our lives with magic and whimsy. She is currently helping to care for my two girls (ages 2.5 and 6) and they love and adore her and...

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Harpreet K.

Harpreet K From Hayward, CA

San Lorenzo, CA

3.6(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hello there! I'm a positive and energetic mother of three children who loves being around kids. I'm in this line since 2008 I started my job with newborn twins. I was helping mom with bath because mom was week and doing almost all the house chores. I worked there for 5-6 years after them I worked for another newborn baby for...

Chivukula S. says "Harpreet has been a very good caretaker of our baby from her 6 months of age until she was ready for a daycare. I was initially little hesitant to hire...

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Nmadinobi A.

San Lorenzo, CA

4.3(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Based in Hayward! But I work throughout Northern California! Hi all, I am a 27-year-old, alumnae of Sacramento State University, with a degree in Communications and Marketing. I come from an extremely large Nigerian family, I am the second out of five children and I am the daughter of a labor and delivery nurse. I have extensive...

Ioana-maria T. says "Nmadinobi was really easy to work with, I really appreciate her flexibility when it came to meeting my and my baby's needs, and from what I saw her...

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Geraldine C.

After School Care

Newark, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
Thanks to my mother's day care center, I have experienced over four years of taking care of children from 4 months to 12 years old. I know how to treat them well with care. I love children and they seem to love me back. I know how to entertain them. When taking care of children, I take full responsibility. I also have patience...

Roosevelt And Lashaye S. says "I have had nothing but a great experience with her. I am really cautious about who I leave my children with and they totally loved her."

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Amany S.

Castro Valley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi my name is Amany I'm a mother of two wonderful boys ages 22&17. I have many years experience working as a care provider for children in all ages. My experiences range from: caring, baby sitting, transportation from home to school, school to home, preparing meals, and tutoring. I really have a strong passion for working with...

Shereen U. says "Amany was a total lifesaver! I needed someone last minute to help with my 3 year old and she came in for the week and really helped out with everything I...

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Sherry P.

Child Caregiver Available

Castro Valley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have taken care of children all of my life. I have done babysitting on weekends. I have also raised 3 girls of my own. Children and pets always keep you on the go. You're always getting your exercise around them.

Beth B. says "To Whom This May Concern Sherry came to us when my sister-in-law was unexpectedly hospitalized and temporarily could not take care of her mother (my...

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Wilmary A.

Castro Valley, CA

4.4(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Wilmary, a passionate and experienced babysitter with over 8 years of working with children of all ages-from newborns to teenagers. Originally from Venezuela, I'm fluent in both English and Spanish, which has helped me connect with a wide range of families and children. I'm energetic, enthusiastic, and truly love being...

Lene R. says "Wilmary arrived on time with a very upbeat and motherly way about her! She was very affectionate and attentive with our 10.5 year old son. It was very easy...

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Lizette G.

Hayward, CA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am 32 yrs old I have helped raising 27 nieces and nephew's. I worked as a veterinarian assistant for 8 yrs. I have done house cleaning for many church families as well as watch their children. I took child development 3 years in highschool. I love to have fun and play with kids and pets.

Shawn R. says "Liz was great from beginning to end, she made our little one feel comfortable and played with her by the time I got back they were best friends. "

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Patricia A.

Im Very Nurturing And Caring Especially To Little Ones. My Heart Explodes Just Talking To Them!

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Being an older sister has taught me many things about taking care of younger ones. my siblings being a significant 5-10 years younger has given me quite an experience! Additionally, i've babysat a couple of other kids non family for date nights. I absolutely adore kids especially when they're toddlers. My current job is at a...

Lisa B. says "Patty is an excellent communicator. She is super responsive to every message and provides details and options quickly. She was open to doing a visit with us...

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Kaitlyn R.

Hayward, CA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I have eight years of experience teaching young children, an AA in Early Childhood Development, CPR/First Aide/AED certification, and a background in art education. I have been an infant teacher, a preschool teacher, and an elementary school tutor. I also have experience working in children's entertainment as a mascot and...

Brittany D. says "Our family hired Kaitlyn on a part-time, short-term basis for approximately 5 weeks in April of 2022 to care for our boy/girl twin 21 month old...

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Taylor G.

Castro Valley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Taylor! I've been a professional nanny in the U. S. & internationally for over 14 years, & my greatest joy is creating safe, happy, and stress-free experiences for both children & parents. I'm temporarily based in the Bay Area & available for short-term support such as PostPartum Doula care, night nanny & hourly help...

Renee K. says "Taylor is friendly and sweet. My 13 year old son had a blast with her (his words). We would definitely hire her again. The dogs even liked her too."

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.85/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.6

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Union City, CA

Babysitters in Union City, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Paola H.

Paola cared for my son from age 6mo-3yr. He thrived under her care, from babyhood through to toddlerhood. He was rested, happy, well-fed,...

- Johanna S.

Kayla V.

Very kind and flexible. A joy to have around. My 4 year old son was so sad to say goodbye to his nanny when we moved. Kay will keep your...

- Danilo J.

Hannah P.

Hannah is the best. Took our 2 1/2 girl out for the day, she super enjoyed it and is already asking for Hannah by name.

- Kevin W.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Union City, CA

The average rate for babysitters in Union City, CA on Care.com is $25.85 per hour as of December 2025. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.

Finding a babysitter in Union City, CA often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 27 babysitters in Union City, CA, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.

Babysitters in Union City, CA offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.

When choosing a babysitter in Union City, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.

Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Union City.

How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Union City offer flexible or same-day availability.

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