Find child care providers in Oakland, CA that you’ll love

725 child care providers are listed in Oakland, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years

Child care providers in Oakland, CA

Jacqueline M.


Oakland, CA

$23-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Child Care

My name is Jacqueline, I've been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I love children, being able to watch them play, grown mentally and physically. I have experience with newborns up to 5-year-olds. I'm a medical assistant but have taken a break from it to keep interacting with the little ones. I have 5+ years experience. My...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Jackie is wonderful! She has been our nanny for over two years, since our two-year-old was five months old. She feels like a part of the family - she’s genuine, very helpful, comes up with fun ways to help our child learn new skills, and is very communicative and...

Cristina M.

Bailey G.


Oakland, CA

$40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I've been a nanny for six years, have been an au pair in Spain, and have now transitioned to working as a personal chef though I still can't let go of the nanny in me - hence my free time being spent with kiddos in need of a sitter. I have loved being apart of the family unit and am so happy I get to continue in...
Bailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bailey has been amazing in helping me with my 2 year old daughter. I am a single parent, so she has been invaluable in being an extra pair of hands, giving me time in the morning to have me time, she gets her ready and drops her at school, packs lunches, makes...

Care member

Simone S.


Oakland, CA

$30-34/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caring And Dedicated Child Care Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a skilled and multifaceted professional with a degree in psychobiology from UCLA, and extensive child care experience. I am happy to help with light housekeeping and other duties. I can provide my resume and references upon request!
Simone can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Simone is incredibly gentle, kind, and reliable. She's an excellent addition to any family."

Madeleine H.

Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative And Highly Specialized Child Caretaker

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Postpartum Doula, Special Needs Caretaker and Nanny. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I support play based learning and have extra training around social and emotional growth in regard to behavioral health and other emotional or...
Rose can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Rose is consistent, gentle, and incredibly knowledgeable about child development. Our toddler, who’d only spent time with relatives, immediately warmed up to her. Rose is a very active caregiver, taking our kiddo to explore parks and the botanical garden nearby....

Care member

Donia M.


Oakland, CA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

An Experienced Teacher Willing To Take Good Care Of Your Kids

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi!!! I'm Donia, 34 years old, Bilingual (Spanish and English). I have a bachelor and master degree in education and I've been a teacher in Elementary Schools for about 12 years in Colombia. I was an AuPair in 2012 in a family of 5 kids and the backup teacher for Viva el Español at the same time. I am looking for a part-time...
Donia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Donia is amazing. She always shows up early and stays late to make sure the place is left cleaner than when she arrived. She is the first babysitter / nanny we've ever used for our 13 month old son and she has set a very high bar. I couldn't recommend high enough....

Heather O.

Betty O.


Oakland, CA

$47/hr • 3 yrs exp

I Am From Bolivia, I Have More Than 20 Years Of Experience Taking Care Kids.

I am so respectful and dedicated to my work, I am very responsible specially with kids, I like so much working as a nanny
5.0
"Betty was a part of our family for two incredible years, from our daughter being about 3 months to 2.5 years old. I recommend Betty without hesitation to any family looking for an immensely experienced, compassionate, and capable caregiver for their new addition....

Kylor W.

Rina M.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Care Full Time 4/5 Days A Week

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.

Jade D.


Oakland, CA

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caring Nanny Or Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Jade:) I am a Sacramento native who relocated here to the East Bay in January of 2017. My passion for children comes directly from my large family. I am the second oldest of 7 and, ever since my first baby brother at age 6, I've always loved being a big sister and thought becoming a nanny would be an equally rewarding...
Jade can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I posted the night before I needed somebody. Jade was a LIFESAVER. She was able to respond to my post, phone interview, and in person interview all on a moments notice. This morning I talked to my kids about her and they wanted her to babysit again sometime soon....

Melissa C.

Antonia P.


Oakland, CA

$28-47/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring Nanny With 17+ Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I am Antonia. I have worked as a nanny for 17+ years. I am a mother of 2 boys, an 11-year-old and a 3-year-old. I am looking for a new family to nanny for, ideally a 0-3-year-old to take care of alongside my younger son. I enjoy working with kids and being a part of a family. I am skilled at helping kids through developmental...
Antonia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Antonia looked after my 4 year old son for two weeks during the work day while we were visiting the area. He loved playing with her boys and visiting local parks. Antonia was very punctual, communicative and caring and I felt confident my son was in safe hands."

Sadira C.

Ruvi A.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Patient And Caring Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Ruvi . I'm a mother of 2 kids with a caring and patient personality. Being one of the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been part of my day to day. So naturally I turned to childcare as my profession at the age of 18 and never looked back. With 9 years of experience, my background caring for infants, toddlers...
Ruvi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ruvi watched our 4 kids from the time they were newborns and she is incredible! She was extremely responsible and helpful with things like making the kids’ breakfast (they still remind me that Ruvi makes the best Mickey Mouse pancakes) and doing the kids’ laundry,...

Care member

Wren E.


Oakland, CA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember - then my little brother was born when I was 14 and I got a TON of babysitting experience! I've nannied a bunch since then and I really enjoy it. I was working full time as a social worker for years but I am loving taking time off to do work that is more lighthearted for a...
Wren can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wren has been a helpful and trustworthy asset to our household. Very appreciative of her hard work and communication. Definitely recommend!"

Kaela V.

Sharon L.


Oakland, CA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Or Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom and a young grandmother who has enjoyed and contributed to my daughter, granddaughter and number of other children emotionally, cognitively, and socially very successfully over the years. You can trust that should you choose me to take care of your child in any capacity, you will find I' m very nurturing and create...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sharon has cared for my pre-school aged daughter and our younger daughter is a year and a half. She is an abundance of laughter, enthusiasm and energy. Sharon has always got a magic bag full of goodies and creative projects in line. She consistently sends me photos...

Heather M.

Delena C.


Oakland, CA

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Delena. I currently work as a Nanny and Personal Chef for families across the Bay area. It brings me joy to work with children and to be apart of the process of nurturing their beautiful growth and development. To be able to care for and connect with little ones at such important moments of their lives and to...
Delena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Delena came to watch our 11 mo old. She was so wonderful with her talking with her and playing with her. She took her out on a walk and our baby loved her and had a great time. Delena was so thoughtful and kind and she kept the house very tidy. She really listened...

Care member

Maria M.


Oakland, CA

$30-46/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Maria, I am a loving caring person who loves children I'm very patient, and have much experience as well. I speak Spanish and English. I have plenty of experience with children. I have raised my four children, which are all adults now. I also have experience of taking care children that aren't my own, Which I can...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mari took care of our son from 2 to 6 months, and she has been the best caregiver we could have asked for. Maria is reliable and flexible, playful, and a great guide for scheduling naps and setting a sleep and feed routine for the baby. Our baby now naps on his...

Priscilla C.

Yasmin D.


Oakland, CA

$28-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Funny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Yasmin and I bring over 8 years of experience working with children of all ages. I had the opportunity to be an AuPair, where I cared for three girls aged 15 months, 4, and 6 years old. My experience also includes working as a night time nanny for infants. Currently, I work with a group of second graders...
Yasmin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Yasmin was great! She watched my son during an out of town date night. I was a little nervous about hiring a new babysitter outside our town. I was easy to work with and had such a warm vibe. "

Care member

Child care centers in Oakland, CA

COLIBRI PRESCHOOL

4420 PIEDMONT AVE, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $2400/mo

5.0

(3)

Colibrí is a Spanish Immersion Preschool in Oakland, CA founded by two teachers who wanted to share the love for their Latin American language and culture with the children and families of our community. We are a warm and loving community that promotes an environment where children become...
5.0
"I would give them a 100 if I could, and I am hard to please when it comes to my child. At Colibri they have the tangible love and care you would give your own child. They have the structure and academic rigor you want to see in the education you give your child....

Natalia C.


Bright Future Early Learning Center

1515 Clay St Suite 146, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $1830/mo

5.0

(2)

At Bright Future, we are proud to offer the children in our care an enriching, hands-on, developmentally appropriate environment that supports an early love of learning. We foster an environment of participation and partnership with parents and families and are proud of the community we have...
5.0
"I sent my kids to Bright Future from infancy to preschool. It is a great place for working families in downtown Oakland. With a nursing room and really healthy foods and snacks. That kids can support one another in growing and learning in a play based environment...

Nicole F.


Oak Center Little People Academy

1324 Adeline St, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $2600/mo

Welcome to Oak Center Little People Academy! 🌳 We are a 501(c)3 non-profit offering a play-based preschool program for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our curriculum is all about sparking children's love for learning, not just teaching them. Every child, teacher, and parent is a treasured part...

Broadway Children'S School Of Oakland, Inc.

394 ADAMS STREET, OAKLAND, CA

ALL OF OUR PROGRAMS ARE PART-TIME, either 2 or 3 days per week, with specific schedules listed below. At Broadway Children's School, our play-based programs reflect the belief that every child is unique and special, and we nurture and encourage that sense of individuality so that each child will...

Square.Care Oakland

2129 8th Ave, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $2300/mo

Square.Care Oakland is a Bilingual (English Spanish) play-based child care that focuses on educating children through exploration of the environment using natural developmentally appropriate materials. All materials are disinfected, clean, and safe. Our curriculum focuses on language development,...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Oakland, CA

Jacqueline M.

5.0

Jackie is wonderful! She has been our nanny for over two years, since our two-year-old was five months old. She feels like a part of the family - she’s genuine, very helpful, comes up with fun ways to help our child learn new skills, and is very communicative and clean. Her experience shines through...

- Cristina M.

Bailey G.

5.0

Bailey "the baby whisperer" was great. This was our first time having a non-family member watch our daughter, and it couldn't have gone better. She immediately engaged with our daughter (5m) from the moment she arrived, and didn't have any issues putting her to sleep, where even her grandparents...

- Jason I.

Simone S.

5.0

Simone is amazing. She is genuine, sweet, and capable. She was prompt, and flexible when I asked for a last minute schedule change. My 2 year old boy loves her immediately, smiling right when he saw her which doesn’t always happen. We will definitely hire her again.

- Care member

Rose L.

5.0

Rose is consistent, gentle, and incredibly knowledgeable about child development. Our toddler, who’d only spent time with relatives, immediately warmed up to her. Rose is a very active caregiver, taking our kiddo to explore parks and the botanical garden nearby. Highly recommend working with her!

- Care member

Donia M.

5.0

Donia was energetic, caring and engaging with my almost 3 year old. She was only with us for an hour (as planned), but we look forward to having her come back to practice Spanish with our daughter soon.

- Michelle R.

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Ratings for Oakland, CA child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Child Care Providers in Oakland, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 445 reviews of the 725 listed child care providers.