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Families in Oakland need part-time, after school, weekend, overnight, and last-minute babysitting help.

Family looking for a babysitter Wednesday, Aug 26 at 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Hi! I'm a Care Specialist with Wellthy, an approved UrbanSitter partner, helping connect experienced caregivers with families seeking childcare support. Upcoming Opportunity: Childcare needed: 1...

Sitter needed Thursday, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 8:00pm in South Berkeley

We are looking for someone to watch our kids at our home so we can go to back to school night this Thursday. They are energetic and fun loving kids and will likely adore you if you play with them. We...

Hiring a babysitter Thursday, Aug 27 at 7:00 PM - Friday, Aug 28 at 12:30 AM in Gold Coast - $25/hr

Looking after my 7 year old. He’s used to babysitters but still starts shy.

Sitter job available Friday, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Hello looking for a date night sitter that is patient kind and fun. Our daughter is a energetic fun six year old girl. She loves to sing, dance and do arts and crafts. Need someone this Friday for...

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"It's great, the best childcare app around."

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"I found a full time family to work with through UrbanSitter who I am still currently with and it's been over a year and a half now."

Arlet M., babysitter, Los Angeles, CA

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"I have had really good families through the app."

Ana H., babysitter, Mercer Island, WA

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Frequently asked questions about Oakland babysitter-jobs

How do I find babysitting jobs in Oakland?

Create a free account and enter your Oakland location. Browse babysitting jobs for free and filter by distance, schedule, and pay to find a good fit. Get more tips in our guide to getting jobs on UrbanSitter.

Are Oakland families vetted before they can book?

All families in Oakland complete an authentication process before they can book on UrbanSitter. Sitters can also read reviews of parents, including recommendations and feedback from other sitters. Learn more about trust and safety at UrbanSitter.

Can I find part-time or after school babysitting jobs in Oakland?

Yes. Many Oakland families look for part-time babysitters, including weekday after school care, weekend help, infant and toddler care, and seasonal school break coverage. Filter by day, time, and job type to find what fits your schedule.

What do I need to apply for babysitting jobs in Oakland?

You'll need to be at least 18 years old. To apply for jobs, you'll also need a caregiver membership, which includes a background check. For details on what's included, see UrbanSitter's caregiver approval requirements.

How much does it cost to use UrbanSitter as a Oakland babysitter?

It's free to create an account and search Oakland jobs. To apply to jobs, you'll need a caregiver membership, which includes a background check. See what's included in a caregiver membership.

Resources

Starting your UrbanSitter profile: Tips for sitters

How to create a profile that stands out to families.

How much should I charge for babysitting?

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