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Chloe W.

Berkeley, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Chloe and I have spent the last eight years teaching preschool (fully certified in Early Childhood Education UCLA) & children's theatre and have loved every minute of it! I was an Au Pair for a year in Paris so I have some experience as a full time nanny and speak conversational French. I babysit regularly,...
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Flor R.

El Sobrante, CA

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$32/hr
15 years experience
My name is Flor, bilingual in Spanish and English, with a huge knowledge on how to help families on their daily adventure, sometimes raising a family can have challenging times in our busy world. I have more than 15 years experience working with kids of all ages. I specialize in infants and toddlers, I had the opportunity to be...
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Chutimon A.

El Cerrito, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I've been babysitting since I was 20. I also work as an office assistant, so I'm not super flexible, but I always show up on time and never cancel last-minute. Time management is kind of my thing. I drive a 2 seater car, so I can do pick ups or drop offs for one child at a time. I've had one ticket way back in 2015 (a stop sign...
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Claudia F.

Former Homeschool Mom In Maui

Benicia, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Experienced and reliable ( my previous family was a Military Doctor in California with three boys under 4 years old). I homeschooled my son who is an Eagle Scout and in his last year of college. I enjoy all water sports, reading, hiking, and teaching. I also taught all my kids how to swim. Volunteered in Children's Program for...

Camron G. says "Miss CC has been the most incredible nanny we have found for our son (and we have had many!). She is extremely kind, attentive, and unique with kids. She...

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Kathleen R.

Experienced, Passionate, Attentive Babysitter Available For Summer Jobs

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Kathleen - a warm, dependable nanny with over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages, including those on the autism spectrum. I recently spent 4 wonderful years as a full-time nanny and family assistant for a household with two children, where I handled everything from school drop-offs and playdates to...

Pauline E. says "Kathleen is am amazing babysitter. She is very dependable, careful and detailed. She was a part time summer nanny for my four year old daughter and...

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Kira G.

Walnut Creek, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Kira! I am sweet, gentle, kind hearted and so patient. I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I have graduated with my bachelors in Health Administration and I am looking for a long term, potential short term position. I love helping children, learn, develop and grow into beautiful people. I am also...
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Zelle L.

Building Lasting Connections Through Care, Creativity, And Exploration!

Hayward, CA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello, I'm Zelle! A dedicated and kind Babysitter in SF. Working with families from infancy to elementary school! Helping kids go from first steps to first day of school :) There when you need someone for the week, a late night sitter, or for those last minute plans. Time with me is filled with art, books, painting and...
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Catalina C.

Child care

Corte Madera, CA

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$33/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hey there! I'm Catalina a proud mama to a super fun 2-year-old boy. I have a background in Social Communication & Advertising, but these days, I run a photography biz with my husband, teach dance, and work as a nanny (which I love). I speak Spanish, Portuguese, and English fluently, and I'm fully vaccinated. I'm also trained in...
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Francesca K.

Babysitter

Castro Valley, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
Field biologist turned nanny! Since I was a teen, I have babysat for parents looking for a date night, care while the parents need some time for themselves, and last minute support. I have experience getting children dressed/ready for the daytime and bedtime, cooking meals, and spending time outside when parents want their...
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Denise B.

San Francisco, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hello parents, go enjoy your date night!! I've got the kiddos covered! Evenings, weekends, last-minute plans! I bring fun, care, and peace of mind while you're out making memories. Let's make it a win-win: happy kids, happy parents! I speak Fluent English and Portuguese, fully vaccinated, non smoker, always on time and making...
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  • 10 last-minute babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding a last-minute babysitter near you in Berkeley, CA

How much it costs to hire a last-minute babysitter depends on many different factors such as where you live and how many years of experience they have. That being said, you can find a last-minute babysitter near you with rates starting at $30.00.

You can use babysitting websites like Care.com to find qualified last-minute babysitters near you. Search through Care.com profiles to find a last-minute babysitter who can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Berkeley, CA.

Typically, last-minute babysitters take on the same roles and responsibilities as normal babysitters. The differentiating factor here is you may need to hire a last-minute babysitter with short notice when your normal sitter cancels or when an unexpected appointment or work event comes up. There are 1 near you if you ever find you need an extra set of hands at the last-minute.

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