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Ariel G.

Caregiver Available

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi there! My name is Ariel and I have an extensive background with kids and love to babysit outside of work hours. For context, I just finished a year teaching children in Cambodia, and before that spent over a year as a full-time behavioral therapist for children with autism. I was also a camp counselor for five years for...

Lisa S. says "Ariel is a good sitter, the kids loved her. She was punctual and very interactive with the kids. We will be using her again when she returns to Chicago...

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Paula R.

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello. My name is Paula. I am 40 years old and I live in Concord. I have 15 years experience as a nanny/babysitter. I have excellent references and I am CPR and First Aid courses. In my home country I did a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. I Also finished my certificate in Special Education at DVC. After I...

Meagan M. says "Paula is a very caring and nurturing nanny. We entrusted her with our six month old daughter when I returned to work. As first time parents, we were...

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Laura C.

Part-Time To Full-Time Babysitter

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I'm a 37year-old mother who loves being around children. Since I was about 14 years old I cared for and babysat while my mom worked full time. I was home schooled so I was there 24 hours a day caring for him. That led to me starting to babysit . I started at 14 raising my 2-month-old brother, baby cousins as well, ages 8 month -...

Mara C. says "Laura is very dependable, punctual and interactive with my 2 year old and 10 year old. She is positive, nurturing and engaging with both kids. They get so...

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Casey W.

Occasional Babysitter Available!

San Francisco, CA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I recently moved to Oregon from Nevada where I was in graduate school. I have previous tutoring and small group experience with elementary and middle school aged children, and babysitting experience ranging from infant to late middle school. I am comfortable with all ages with CPR/AED and First Aid training. I have been a...
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Taylor R S.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there, my name is Taylor and I'm an energetic and creative 23-year-old! I am active in my community, working to help Veterans in San Fransisco find work, but historically I have been involved in childcare roles. I am looking to apply my care and experience to help tutor, babysit and provide care for a home. I have worked in...

Care Member says "Absolutely perfect, could not have been better! I recently went away for a bachelorette party, and I didn't have to worry about Persephone once! Taylor...

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Kiara L.

Evenings And Date-Nights

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have 6+ years of experience as a babysitter with various families. Duties included picking up and driving to activities, helping with homework, dinner, and getting kids ready for bed. I also have a bit of experience with kids with disabilities through the organization Best Buddies of California. I enjoy working with kids and...

Diana G. says "Kiara is very responsible and has experience working with families and always does her best to be a reliable caregiver. If you need someone trustworthy and...

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Amanda W.

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Amanda. 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. Lately I have been focusing on learning Brazilian jujitsu and getting my pilots license. I have a day job in the mornings...

Care Member says "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...

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Monica S.

Experienced Babysitter

San Francisco, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Monica and just graduated from the University of Arizona and am home in SF for the summer. I have done various babysitting jobs and very experienced in this field. I have also worked at kids summer camps every year. I can cook any type of food and also do light house cleaning. I have a bubbly personality which...
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Ilda T.

Full Time Babysitter

San Rafael, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience as a babysitter. My last job was babysitting 2 adorable kids. My experience with the family was very delightful and friendly. I grew very close with the family and kids that after my time was over I visited very often. My job was to take the kids to the park, play with them at home and read books,...

Carolyn M. says "Ilda is the best nanny in the world! She is very kind and loving and was completely focused on keeping our boys safe and happy. She was (and still is) a...

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Nicole H.

Caring And Gentle Babysitter With Experience

San Bruno, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there, my name is Nicole and I've come to save your time. Look no further, I'm your girl! I'm a compassionate, caring, dependable, organized, humorous, and happy individual. I have been in this field for quite some time - over 15 years. What I love the most about babysitting is the ability to watch that little human grow. I'm...

Megan B. says "Nicole was amazing with my 18 month old twin boys! She made herself available on extremely short notice. When she arrived she took the time to really...

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Jazea S.

College Graduate With Lots Of Love And Tons Of Experience

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi!!! I'm Jazea, and I'm a graduate with a degree in Religious Studies/Oceanography (minor). I'm 22, and I've been babysitting since I was 12. I've also worked in multiple professional childcare settings over the past couple of years, including at a church after-school program, a hiking-focused summer day camp, and an overnight...

Britni R. says "Jazea is a wonderful caretaker! She was prompt, friendly and our son connected with her right away. Would definitely hire her again."

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Clara W.

Spanish, Elementary Math And Swimming Tutor!!!

Walnut Creek, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there!!! I would be happy to babysit for your little one! I would be available:8:30 am-2 p.m. Mondays/ 8:30 am-8 p.m. Wednesdays/ 8:30 am-2 p.m. Thursdays. A little bit about us: I do have an 11-year-old boy who is in 5th grade. We love going to the library, swimming, riding our bikes together. We do speak Spanish at home. *...

Care Member says "Clara is fantastic. She is incredibly loving and does a great job of reading babies/toddlers and their needs. We loved working with Clara and would...

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Abby C.

Walnut Creek, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My names Abby and I'm going into my sophomore year at Cal Poly SLO. I'm home for the summer and am looking for some work, specifically in childcare! I've been babysitting most of my life for my younger siblings, neighbors, family friends, etc. I'm very comfortable with pets as I have 4 of my own, as well as my own car. If...
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Alexandra Z.

Fun And Surprising Sitter

San Rafael, CA

from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello all , I am a 27-year-old who is looking to add more families to my babysitting list. I have experience with kids who have special needs and disabilities. I have worked with kids who are deaf, mute, autistic, etc. I very reliable, patient, caring, understanding and I always try to go above and beyond to do the best that I...
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Christina T.

Full-Time Babysitter, Housekeeper, Teacher

San Leandro, CA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
I have a 14-year-old boy full of energy and a 11-year-old boy and a 9 yrs old little girl. The boys are both very well-behaved and great temperaments, our daughter is spunky and super sweet. I have worked in our church and nursery every Wednesday and Friday evening, Saturday morning and Sundays, of course till covid-19...
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Ethel E.

Behavior Specialist & Babysitter Passionate About Early Childhood Development

San Francisco, CA

from
$35/hr
3 years experience
With years of experience supporting young learners as a registered behavior technician, social-emotional specialist, and teacher, I bring both compassion and structure to every home I work in. I've worked with children from infancy through early adolescence, including neurodivergent children and those on the autism spectrum. I...
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Haleli M.

Happy Babysitter, Dog Sitter, House Sitter, Nanny

San Francisco, CA

from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am an occupational therapist and yoga instructor in between jobs with a versatile work experience from schools, to hospitals, to community based, and in home services. Experienced and excited to provide support through occupational therapy, child care, yoga & fitness instruction, pet care, and assistance in the home.
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Carmen K.

About Me

Walnut Creek, CA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Carmen and I am a college student home for the summer and looking for caregiving opportunities. I have some previous paid babysitting experience with children ages 1-10, and I am comfortable caring for up to two children at a time. I am patient, friendly, and I love working with kids and being part of their...
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Emily M.

In Home Babysitter

San Francisco, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I was a preschool and elementary special education teacher in Houston public schools for two years. I have experience working in day care facilities with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. I also directed summer camps for 30+ kids from ages kindergarten through fifth grade.
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Eslly H.

Full-time College Nanny

San Rafael, CA

from
$40/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been working as a babysitter for 7 years now. I am a very committed, responsible, and enjoyable person. I am an alumni from San Francisco State University. While babysitting I enjoy taking kids to the park, getting a snack, or having library fun. I can cook and I am very reliable. Parents, I'm always an extra hand when...
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  • 60 in-home babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.33/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in-home babysitters is 5.0

Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Berkeley, CA

In-Home Babysitters in Berkeley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed in-home babysitters

Ariel G.

Ariel is a good sitter, the kids loved her. She was punctual and very interactive with the kids. We will be using her again when she...

- Lisa S.

Paula R.

Paula is a very caring and nurturing nanny. We entrusted her with our six month old daughter when I returned to work. As first time parents,...

- Meagan M.

Laura C.

Laura is very dependable, punctual and interactive with my 2 year old and 10 year old. She is positive, nurturing and engaging with both...

- Mara C.

FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter

All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $28.33. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.

In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 3 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.

You can now find babysitters online in Berkeley, CA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 3 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.

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