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Aya
Booked by 5 repeat families
4 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hi there, I am a Bay Area native with over 10 years of experience in child care. I have a background in Creative Arts and Hospitality. I am bi-lingual (Japanese/English). I have been a proud nanny to many children here in the Bay Area, and it still is such a privilege to watch these kids grow and make their way in the world. I started babysitting the neighbors kids when I was young and eventually started teaching English in Japan after high school. I’ve helped raise my 16 year old brother since birth and feel comfortable with all ages. I am willing to do house-work, meal preparation and planning, animal care and house sitting. I have experience with Grade/Montessori school activities and hope to provide an environment where the kids feel comfortable to be themselves, learn, create, and have fun! In my free time, I am learning about business administration and working on starting my first Japanese comfort food business! I look forward to meeting you and the family!

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Tina
Booked by 2 repeat families
3 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hello, I look forward to meeting your family and pets. I have experience with giving care for 1-9 year olds. I have personal experience with raising, training, and caring for dogs. I am a masters of nursing student so my time may be limited due to school, but I would love to spend any free time I have babysitting for any family members.

Tina helped keep an eye on our little one during a family party at the park. It was a unique situation but Tina was game for the challenge. Very communicative, sweet, and flexible!

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Ananda
Booked by 3 repeat families
4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hi, I'm Ananda. I have a lot of experience caring for and teaching children. I have 18 ECE units and experience in preschool, elementary school, summer camp, and art workshops. I really love working with young children. I'm patient, compassionate, and a very good listener. I love reading, doing art, playing at the park, doing puzzles, singing songs, and anything else that is fun for kids. I am currently an After School Art teacher at the elementary level. I am First Aid/ CPR certified and will mainly be looking for work during the school summer break this year and will be open to ongoing occasional work during the school year. I love spending time outdoors and the idea of taking a walk with a kid and a dog sounds like a perfect summer afternoon. I love animals and have some experience walking dogs. I have more experience with cats although I'm mildly allergic to them. Additionally, I have cared for an elderly person helping with errands, rides, and support after surgery or injury. I am very open to helping a senior person. I love art, music, nature, and good conversation. I am also a person with strong reuse, recycle and diy interests. I love to repair things, like jewelry and clothes, and even stuffies! I love to participate in our local fix it fests and repair cafes. I have been teaching kids to sew and do crafts for over 3 years now. I have experience running creative workshops, which have included making earrings, bracelets, tissue paper flowers, skewer sculptures, slime, play dough, hula hoops, and sugar skulls w/ royal icing for Day of the Dead. I also have experience teaching people to make sauerkraut and preserved lemons. Overall, being thorough with details and having clear communication is very important to me. I look forward to meeting possible families who like the sound of what I have to offer. Be well, and have a great day.

Ananda was so great with my 6yr old son! It’s clear that she loves children and will definitely book again.

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Nutchaya
Booked by 21 repeat families
32 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 36 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hello, I'm not available until March I'm only available for date night My name is Chaya. I'm originally from Thailand. I graduated from university with degree in Food Science & Technology (Thailand). I live in Noe Valley My experience - 6 years experience as a being a nanny full time in the Bay Area for children ages 2 months - 10 years old. With more experience in past times, occasional and date night sittings for several families (including 2 years for au pair program). - 2 years experience as a teacher in a child development center for children ages 12 months-10 years old. (Thailand) - 2 years experience as a lab assistant scientist in kid science lab activities for children ages 3-12 years old. (Thailand) - Newborn and Infant Care Certificate from Nanny Institute with proof - experienced taking care of multiple children (1-3 children at a time) between ages 4 m. - 10 years old. - experienced in potty training for toddles. - experienced in sleep training for infants. - preparing snacks and meals for children. - preparing and feeding solid foods for infants. - helping with light kids related About me - Adult and Pediatric First Aid/ CPR/AED up to date - Update to vaccines for flu, Tdap, and covid-19 - Clean drivers license (I have no car) - Open to help with some light housework while kids are sleeping. (dishwasher, laundry, keep the house in order) *depending on pay rate 30/hr* - strong references for infant and toddler ages. My personality: I’m active, outgoing, very patient, organized, responsible, nurturing, trustworthy, safety conscious, respectful, and hard working. Activity for children: I like to take them outside, to the park, playground, library, hiking, picnic, ride a bike or scooter. For indoor activities; as a reading, singing, doing some arts and crafts, Lego, puzzles, card games or cooking and baking with them. I also enjoy supporting their favorite activities and helping them progress, and learning new things. If you have any questions about me please feel free to contact me. I look forward to meeting your family. Thank you.

Chaya is amazing! She is warm, gentle, and nurturing. Our 1-year-old son always enjoys spending time with her.

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Tierra
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$10 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hi, My name is Tierra, I’m looking for part time and weekend work. I’m available early mornings and evenings. I have experience with children from newborn to elementary school age. I’m responsible and reliable. In 2022 I was a nanny for siblings a two year old boy and a 9 month old girl for a couple of months before she was old enough to start school. I was also a babysitter for a pair of sisters 3 years old and 2 years old. I work as a third grade after school teacher. I also used to volunteer at a preschool. I’m ok with doing light housekeeping if needed (dishes, laundry, sweeping, vacuuming, and wiping down counters/toys)

Tierra has cared for my son several times this past summer, from 16 months to 19 months old. She is kind, patient, and playful with him. It's an added benefit that she works as a teacher. I will definitely hire Tierra again.

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Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in El Cerrito?

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