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302 babysitters are listed in Oakland, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Oakland, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With babysitting being my first job as a teen, this caretaker role has always felt right to me as a responsible, compassionate, and joyful person. I supported myself through high school and into college at UC Santa Cruz babysitting for several families with children from 3 months - 13 years old. Having recently moved to the area...
Rosie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rosie took care of my boys on a regular basis during the school year, picking them up from school, helping with homework, shuttling them too and from sports. She always was punctual, incredibly dependable and responsible and showcased such great energy with my...
Stacey G.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hey there! I am an experienced babysitter with a energetic and positive attitude! I love play with kids and teach music to them. I've been singing and playing piano since I was young and feel it brings a lot to a ones personality! I am reliable, hardworking and always on time or flexible if needed.
Alicefaye can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Alice is a wonderful young lady who loves children. Not only is she fun and interesting, she is very talented musically. Alice sings and plays piano and can share her talents with younger children. She's also very comfortable with elderly people as she lived with...
Roseann M.
Marcia C.
Oakland, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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
5.0
"He is a very loving and responsible person with children.."
Rubel A.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Erin! I am an educator who is currently between jobs, and I am searching for nearby childcare positions. I have 6+ years of childcare experience, I have worked as a teacher, and previously I worked as a live-in nanny for three summers. Most recently, I was working as an educational program manager in San Francisco. I...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
4.0
"I interviewed Erin for a caregiver position and found her to be a very friendly, likeable girl. I didn't get to see her interact with my son very much because we met at the library and he was off and playing, so I probably would have requested a second interview...
Joannah Z.
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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sarah has a gift with children - they adore and trust her immediately! She is trustworthy, dependable, and hard-working. Get her while she's still available - you will be lucky to have her."
Renee F.
Carmen M.
Oakland, CA
$40-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Carmen, and I am 27 years old. I began my childcare working with kids in special needs education at Castro Valley High School my sophomore year until I graduated in 2014. During that time I was also a part time nanny for various families in the evenings. After high-school I immediately began working as a...
Carmen can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting. conversation was very comfortable and had a natural flow. Experience is impressive and I recommend her to anyone looking for...
Joe M.
Catherine L.
Oakland, CA
$26/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Catherine. Ever since I was little ive loved kids and known that I wanted to work with them! I started off taking care of nieces and cousins, then moved forward with family friends kids and other family's children.
I am a first year student at USF ca for my Bachelors in Nursing. I hope to be a future family NP...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Catherine was great with our 4-month old baby. She kept her very engaged and would read to her a lot."
Lee S.
Chrystal M.
Oakland, CA
$61/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I earned my Bachelor's in Psychology with the main focus being Child and Adolescent Development from Boise State University.
I believe in being honest at all times. I am very energetic, compassionate, and empathetic.
I practice boundaries and I communicate thoroughly and consistently. I love reading, being outside, playing...
Chrystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Crystal is amazing! I used her when I was going to school and working. She was always on time and never last minute cancelled. She made our family and my daughter a priority.
My daughter was two at the time and she loved her so much. After I got done with school...
Caitlin P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Vanessa, I am 27 years old, I love working with little ones. A little bit about myself - I love to paint and draw. I work in my family's business doing some admin work . Looking to make some extra money to provide better for myself.
A little bit about my experience with kids:
I worked at a home preschool/daycare for...
Vanessa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Vanessa is great, my son loves her. She watches him regularly. She's great with dealing with his separation anxiety, active and takes him to the park even though we aren't gone for very long. Highly recommend!"
Elizabeth P.
Iandara C.
Oakland, CA
$30-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Iandara but everyone calls me Dara!
I'm 25 years old super easy going and enthusiastic person!! I'm currently studying business at the City College in SF and also taking some extracurricular business courses at UC Berkeley.
Have over five years of experience with children and currently looking for a...
5.0
"Iandara is detail oriented, very organized, punctual and is creative when it comes to kid activities. She also ensures that the kids get a good amount of exercise through walks and playing outside. She takes directives from parents well and is good about factoring...
Jasmine W.
Mimi T.
Oakland, CA
$30-47/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been a care giver for the last 15 years. I love to read to kids and really enjoy hanging out at the library and parks with them! I'm also very helpful with chores and running errands as needed.
Mimi can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mimi took care of our children for 5 years. She is kind, gentle, patient, helpful, thoughtful, smart, and efficient individual. I cannot recommend her enough!! Our children love and adore her and miss her everyday. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello everyone, my name is Alaiyah and I am currently a college student at San Jose State University. I have three years of experience and can't wait to gain more! I can help with Swimming Supervision, Fun Crafts, along with overseeing homework. I'm so excited to meet your little ones!
Alaiyah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Alaiyah, was really amazing! She was very patient with the children. I have a 7 year old and 4 year old. She had activities planned for the kids for our date night. The kids are usually shy when meeting new people, but she helped them feel comfortable. Alaiyah was...
Tanya S.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Tiff. Oakland native, mother to a 12-year-old budding philanthropist, & your typical atypical product of society, trying to find my peace in this world. In the past, I have been fortunate to have worked in a few Oakland schools, in guiding our children as they navigate their studies and the world around them.
I...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tiffany watched our 5 month old baby for a few weeks during a temporary position and we love her! She is an exceptionally professional caregiver and a great communicator. She's punctual, responsive on phone and texting, fun, a really experienced educator, and very...
Shannon S.
5.0
(1)
A little bit about me:
My first priority is taking care of the children, I spend time making sure that they are safe and happy. I like playing games, singing songs, reading books and enjoying the outdoors. I can help out with any tasks related to the children , I prefer to walk with the children to the park but I understand...
Rina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Rina was our nanny for our youngest for about 10 months (infant 2 months to 12 months) and still babysits our two girls a lot. She was wonderful with our little one, took her on multiple walks per day, worked with us for sleep training, and navigated baby led...
Heather L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I'm looking for a part-time/full-time nanny job. I just finished my Au pair program after 2 great years of taking care of 3 wonderful kids (3, 5, 10). And now I'm looking for something mid-long term.
I have experience with babies, toddlers, & bigger kids, potty training, and basic chores. I also have references,...
Audrey can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Audrey arrived on time, asked good questions, and was natural with our son. I'd definitely hire her again!"
Dylan And Hayley Y.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! As an experienced nanny of 11+ years, I am eager to extend my services to another family. My expertise in early childhood education and dedication to providing attentive care has been honed through years of tending to children aged 2 months to 12 years. I specialize in creating a nurturing environment, tailoring...
Naita can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My wife and I love and appreciate Nai so much for filling in a last minute nanny cancellation. We needed a temporary nanny for eight months and Nai was able to commit. Not only did she commit but she also arrives early, clean up after my son, and completing all her...
Roberna T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nakya, but you can call me Kya, it's easier to remember! I have a ton of experience working with children, starting with the fact that I'm the eldest of 5 ;). I'm originally from the Bay Area and worked for two years with the East Oakland Youth Development Center teaching math and language arts for kids aged 5-12,...
Nakya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nakya watched my 2 year old son and 11 year old daughter on days I had to work. She helped my 11 year old with her homework, and went over colors, shapes, and numbers with my then 1 year old son. She stayed late when I needed her to, and on days when she stayed...
Jessica M.
Patricia C.
Oakland, CA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with over 30 years of experience.
I am able to provide a nurturing childcare experience, fully immersed in the Spanish language and Oaxacan culture. When your children are with me, they are like family.
I am CPR certified and vaccinated against COVID19.
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Patricia is kind, intentional, and so thoughtful with the care she provides to our almost 2 year old. We trust Patricia completely. She cooks, provides daytime/nighttime care, can manage challenging nap and feeding routines, and always gives a comprehensive summary...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Gabriela, I was born in Venezuela, I speak fluent Spanish and I have more than 12 years of experience taking care of children from 0 months to 16 years old. Every experience has been unique and enriching.
My main goal as a nanny is to provide a safe, loving and enriching environment fostering creativity,...
5.0
"Gaby has been a caring and joyful nanny to our 7-month-old son. My son smiles whenever he sees her and I can see he likes Gaby a lot! Gaby also helps us with house chores whenever the baby is sleeping. Gaby is a trustworthy and reliable person that we can count on....
Justin P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oakland, CA
Rosie C.
5.0
Rosie took care of my boys on a regular basis during the school year, picking them up from school, helping with homework, shuttling them too and from sports. She always was punctual, incredibly dependable and responsible and showcased such great energy with my boys. They loved her! In addition she...
- Stacey G.
Lindsey F.
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 her services in the future!...
- Allison D.
Alicefaye K.
5.0
I have known Alicefaye now for over six years. In that time, the one thing I observed about her has been her love of children and their care. Alice is a young lady that uses her own talents to entertain kids in music and crafts. Alice is also someone that young children gravitate to be around. Alice...
- Mark O.
Marcia C.
5.0
He is a very loving and responsible person with children..
- Rubel A.
Erin F.
4.0
I interviewed Erin for a caregiver position and found her to be a very friendly, likeable girl. I didn't get to see her interact with my son very much because we met at the library and he was off and playing, so I probably would have requested a second interview before hiring her. Erin wasn't hired...
- Joannah Z.
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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 302 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 $25.04 per hour as of January 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.
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 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.
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 184 reviews of the 302 listed babysitters.