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600 babysitters are listed in Oakland, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Oakland, CA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I've recently finished my second year at UC Davis as a Human Development major and would love some babysitting time during my time here. I've been babysitting for 8 years! I have been a substitute preschool teacher in Davis for a year, I love going outdoors and playing board games. I have been a kids ski instructor for 5...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Maggie was great with my two, rowdy little ones. She made the whole process easy and seemed very confident and calm. We hired her for a few hours and my kids really liked her. Definitely hanging on to her number for future needs!
Angelic V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I dedicated more of my time/career to doing doula work I am a full spectrum and postpartum night doula for the last year and I have been nannying/sitting for over 10 years. I would nanny for my neighbor's children overnight and during date nights. While in college I would take care of a class of 20 children with ages ranging...
Tiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Isis took care of my son for 4 weeks from when he was 4 months to almost 5 months old. He made a lot of progress while in her care, learning to nap in his crib and take a bottle. She read to him, took him on walks, played with him, and kept him safe and happy! She...
Joanna P.
Summer V.
Oakland, CA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi Care. com members!
My name is Summer :) I'm 24 and graduated from SF State a couple years ago with a degree in psychology. I work as an RBT, giving ABA therapy to children on the autism spectrum, and have been for the past year. I am looking to supplement my income through babysitting and helping out families that need it. I...
Summer can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
We had a wonderful experience working with Summer. She took care of my 2.5 yo twin boys so my husband and I could have a date night. They played, colored, read stories and were tucked into bed on time. My boys keep talking about how much fun they had with Summer &...
Cecily D.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Natalia but you can call me Natti and I love being a babysitter. I'm fully vaccinated against COVID -19 and I I'm IQ (Infant Qualified).
I have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids since I was 17 years old. My responsibilities have included crafts, tutoring, feeding and have fun with kids.
I've...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
She is a responsible, attentive and loving person with children.
Tatiana G.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
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.
5.0
(7)
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...
Recent review:
5.0
Non was great with our 4 year old and 8 month old! We would hire her again.
Elizabeth H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a graduate student at UC Berkeley getting my PhD in metabolic biology. I went to UCLA for undergrad. I'm looking for something to do in my spare time and have always loved babysitting and tutoring. I have a brother 10 years younger than me, and often helped take care of him when he was little. I also have babysat for...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
We hired Lindsey to babysit our 6 & 9 year old for a night out. She was fantastic! Really appreciated her following up with me to confirm times. Very responsible and dependable. She was great with my kids and they had a wonderful time with her. Too We will use...
Allison D.
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...
Recent review:
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
5.0
(1)
Hey there! I am currently a doctoral student looking to save up some money during the summer. I love working with kids of all ages and I have several years of experience in doing so. I am comfortable with any needs your family may need like driving, tutoring, cooking for your child/children. I am very comfortable around pets as...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Grace is smart, kind, fun, and conscientious. Any child or pet would be fortunate to be in her care!
Nadine P.
Denisha F.
Oakland, CA
$39/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Denisha, I am full-time nanny. I am currently looking for a family. I have experience with Nanny shares and some experience with children with autism. Typically my age range has been three months to 12 years old. I have been a nanny/babysitter, since I was 16 and have really great references. I am a very creative...
Denisha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Denisha is very responsible nanny she took very good care of my child and connected With him instantly, she is really good person and we keep in contact till this day.
Tajanae F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced nanny looking for a weekday evening position - after 5:30 p.m. Growing up, I was often the neighborhood babysitter. The majority of my experiences are with toddlers from ages 3-5 and young infants (newborns-14-month-old). I enjoy children and the whimsical world they inhabit! I believe in the importance of...
Hanna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
We hired Hanna as a nanny/mother's helper and she is wonderful! Hanna possesses the qualities that are extremely important to us and any parents - loving, dependable, and trustworthy. She was very patient, gentle and fun, and our daughter just adored her. As we got...
Jina J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my names Alicia. I studied social work for two years. I recently moved to the Bay Area to be closer to my sister who lives here. I have been babysitting since 2014 and have a range of experience from babysitting young children to being a caregiver for adults with medical conditions. I have had great experiences with the...
Alicia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
We were blessed to have Alicia nanny for our two girls for several months up until she moved out of state. She was literally a real life Mary Poppins and we are lost without here :( She was just amazing with our very strong willed 4 year old and our 1.5 year old....
Logan T.
Kaya T.
Oakland, CA
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Along with babysitting an amazing family for almost a year I was almost entrusted to tend to the family dog poncho. On a regular day I was responsible for taking him on at least 2 walks, cleaning up after him, feeding him, and taking him to the groomers once every 2 weeks.
Kaya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Recent review:
3.0
Kaya was available last minute after my normal sitter got COVID and she was able to drop in and care for my Frenchie while I was away for work for 3.5 days. I appreciated her jumping right in. Kaya is also responsive and replies almost immediately. However, there...
Former Member A.
Andressa D.
Oakland, CA
$28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, I'm Andressa, Brazilian, 27 years old, I have many years of experience in Brazil as a babysitter, and in the United States I already have 2 years of babysitting, I took care of a baby from 3 months to 1 year and 4 months, I currently work with children from 2 to 7 years old at alternate times during the week. I'm...
Andressa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Andressa is a really sweet person who takes care of the children as if they were her own. Besides that, she is very tidy And proactive!
Leticia G.
Lucie F.
Oakland, CA
$41/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lucie, I'm a part time student at Merritt College in Oakland for Nursing studies. My hobbies include hiking, reading, singing and playing music. I am a dog lover and currently have 3 dogs (1 GSD, 1 Staffy and 1 chihuahua terrier mix). I have 4 younger siblings and have spent a lot of time caring for them and...
Lucie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Recent review:
5.0
Lucie was a great sitter for our daughter. She's reliable, fun and a caring.
Nicole T.
Marcia C.
Oakland, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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
Recent review:
5.0
He is a very loving and responsible person with children..
Rubel A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I was a teacher at a pre school with ages 5 months - 6 years
Have experience caring for infants (changing, feeding & putting to sleep )
Can tutor and create fun activities for older children
Jenny can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Recent review:
5.0
Jenny is a lovey, and our kid adores her. She is very flexible with our busy schedules, which we appreciate greatly. I highly recommend Jenny and would absolutely hire her again and again.
Hazel M.
Sarah M.
Oakland, CA
$30-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Teacher Of 13 Years Looking For Part-Time Work
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Rasa!
(Rasa comes from Sarah, which is what is written in my past reviews)
I have 15+ years of experience working with youth of all ages. After years of working in many different environments, from teaching in the classroom, working as a full-time live-in/travel Nanny, to daycare providing and summer-camp...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
She is absolutely the best care giver we have had yet. She aligns with all your guidelines and requests while respecting the child fully. Our son truly loves this women and Sarah's teachings and love has left a long lasting mark on our family and our son. He's...
Sara M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been working in child care for over 10+ years. I have experience with the ages 6 months to 9 years old. Recently I have been nanny for a family with two twin 2 years olds for the past year. We have grown and adjusted throughout their transition to preschool. I understand the importance of reliability and truth...
Kasey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Recent review:
5.0
The kids loved her! She was very helpful with household errands. Very dependable and great communication.
Stephanie Z.
Elizabeth G.
Oakland, CA
$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Elizabeth and I'm a nanny with more than 8 years of experience. After working with a wonderful families for the past 18 months, it's time to look for a new family because children will go to daycare. I'll want to let you know that I'm a current student of Chabot College ECD classes with 20 units completed. I enjoy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
We love Elizabeth. My kid loves her because she is kind, fun, and loving. I love her because I know she has good judgment and will always make sure he is learning and growing and safe.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oakland, CA
Margaret L.
5.0
Maggie was great with my two, rowdy little ones. She made the whole process easy and seemed very confident and calm. We hired her for a few hours and my kids really liked her. Definitely hanging on to her number for future needs!
- Angelic V.
Tiana D.
5.0
Isis took care of my son for 4 weeks from when he was 4 months to almost 5 months old. He made a lot of progress while in her care, learning to nap in his crib and take a bottle. She read to him, took him on walks, played with him, and kept him safe and happy! She occasionally came late and/or left...
- Joanna P.
Summer V.
5.0
We had a wonderful experience working with Summer. She took care of my 2.5 yo twin boys so my husband and I could have a date night. They played, colored, read stories and were tucked into bed on time. My boys keep talking about how much fun they had with Summer & we look forward to working with her...
- Cecily D.
Natalia O.
5.0
She is a responsible, attentive and loving person with children.
- Tatiana G.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oakland, CA:
How can I find a Oakland babysitter near me?
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 600 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Oakland, CA?
The average rate for Oakland, CA babysitters on Care.com is $24.21 per hour as of April 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 Oakland, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Oakland, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 340 reviews of the 600 listed babysitters.