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69 available babysitters in Alamo, CA

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88 available today | Avg hourly rate: $30.77/hr

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Julia
Booked by 30 repeat families
35 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 56 families in Alamo, CA

Hi! I’m Julia, a professional nanny with over 10 years of experience supporting families and caring for children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged kids. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of São Paulo and over 12 Early Childhood Education credits, which have helped me develop a strong foundation in child development, communication, and creative learning. I’ve worked with a wide range of families, including those with infants (starting as early as 4 months), premature twins, toddlers, and multiple siblings. My experience includes everything from bottle feeding, sleep training, and potty learning to creating educational play activities, supporting developmental milestones and organizing enriching outings. I’ve also navigated food allergies, maintained structured routines and provided overnight care when needed. I believe in a gentle, respectful approach while holding firm and loving boundaries and I love fostering independence, curiosity, and confidence in every child I care for. What I love most about nannying is forming deep, trusting relationships with the children and families I work with. It’s incredibly rewarding to watch little ones grow and thrive in a safe, nurturing environment where they feel seen, supported, and celebrated. I aim to be a calm, steady presence in a family’s life. Someone who brings joy, structure and a helping hand whenever it's needed. A little about me: I live in Walnut Creek with my wife and two dogs. I’m fluent in both English and Portuguese, have a clean driving record and am certified in First Aid and CPR. Outside of work, I enjoy photography, cooking, hiking, and hosting friends for game nights or home-cooked meals. I’d love to learn more about your family and how I can support your child’s growth, happiness, and daily routine. Looking forward to connecting!

“Thanks so much, Julia! Can't wait to have you back!”

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Lori
Booked by 1 repeat family
8 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 14 families in Alamo, CA

Hello! I am a proactive, responsible and dedicated nanny, family assistant and household manager. I have 10 plus years of recent professional experience, excellent references, letters of recommendation, and I am currently looking for evening jobs! I love adventuring with kids or interactive playtime at home. I enjoy going for hikes in nature, walks to the park, library or museums, spotting airplanes, wildlife, flowers, great books and art. I also like playing games and doing arts and crafts, building lego creations & forts, playing with dolls and animals, or reading books with hot cocoa on a rainy day. A simple peek-a-boo session, singing ABC’s, practicing counting or tummy time for the little ones:) I have experience providing support with school drop off/pick up, driving children to and from after school activities, homework assistance, as well as household chores, preparing snacks & meals, doing laundry, running errands, dog walking, traveling with the family and overnight care. In addition, I have experience managing and assisting with household inventory, scheduling appointments and communicating with contractors, housekeepers or caterers, organizing closets and calendars, and managing packing lists and travel preparations. I am discreet and respectful of a family’s privacy when needed and yet I welcome sharing a meal with them when invited. I am flexible enough to calmly transition from meal prep to children to dishes and back to children again:) I am very healthy and live an active lifestyle outside of work. I am close to completing an associate in arts degree for transfer. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions. I look forward to connecting with you soon!

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Yenny
Booked by 30 repeat families
38 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 65 families in Alamo, CA

ABOUT ME: I have been a nanny/ babysitter for more than 15 years in Marin County. I have worked primarily with infants and toddlers, but I love kids of all ages.. I can organize and provide age appropriate activities and, of course, supervise to ensure appropriate behavior. I love working with children, and I describe myself as a reliable, dedicated person with very good energy. In my free time, I love hiking, swimming, reading, travel, visit my family and friends. * Sep 2023 to Dec 2024 , Marin County, Novato. I work 37 hours Monday to Friday with one little girl , she is 21 months old. * January 2023 to sep 2023,Marin County, San Rafael. I worked full time Monday to Friday from 8 am to 4 pm with one little girl 16 months old. * I worked full-time 40 hours in Novato with a family , and they have a baby girl 9 months old . I worked for them Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4 pm. Unfortunately, this family moved to another state . ( Sep 2022) . * Dec 2018 to Sep 2021. I worked with a family full time in Ross (Marin County) , and their kids were a boy 3 years old and one baby girl 5 months old. * Nov 2014 to Dic 2018. I worked with a family full time in Lucas Valley (50-60 hours per week) , their oldest kid was newborn( 2 months old) when I started to work for them , and one year later they had another beautiful baby. * I have been working at urbansitter.com since 2014 with many families who have babies and toddlers. I have a California driving license and clean driving record; I am very comfortable driving kids around to their different activities. I have outstanding references from moms in Marin. I work mostly in Marin County. BOOKING POLICY: --I ask for a minimum of three hours per booking. PAYMENT POLICY: --Parents must agree to pay for the entire booking time. --My rates do not include driving kids, If you need me to drive your children, you must agree to pay extra for gas or mileage. CANCELATION POLICY: If booking canceled with less than 24 hours notice, fee of 50% of agreed hours must be paid during weekdays, and FULL payment required for friday and saturday night. If canceled within 6 hours or less, FULL payment is also for weekdays and weekends. SICK POLICY: I CAN NOT take care of extremely sick children (high fever, throwing up, etc.) in order to avoid spreading viruses to others.

“My family and daughter LOVED Yenny! She was our nanny for 3 months, from when my daughter was 6 to 9 months, while I transitioned back from mat leave and until we moved out of state. She was an incredible help to my family, taking great care of my daughter especially as a first time mom. She is beyond qualified and has great experience in taking care of children of all ages. Yenny was so warm, patient, caring, gentle and natural with our daughter. My daughter really grew to love her in the time we were together. They developed a great routine together - they would go on walks in the neighborhood, have picnics at the park, play in the backyard or the family room, read books together, play music together, and Yenny would talk to her throughout the day which is great for development. Yenny's knowledge of child development was always so helpful to hear and at the same time she was always respectful of what my husband and I wanted. We can't thank her enough for our time together!!”

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Bruna
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Alamo, CA

I have professional experience caring for babies and young children, with 5+ years of childcare experience, including nannying and family support. I’m comfortable with daily routines, meals, play, naps, school drop-offs and pickups, and creating a safe, warm, and engaging environment for children. I also have experience helping families with light housekeeping and home organization, as well as pet care. I’m reliable, caring, organized, and attentive to the needs of both children and the household. Thank you, Bruna

“Very detail oriented and caring. Will definitely work together again.”

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Shuhua
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Alamo, CA

Hi, my name is Sue. I am from China and have been living in walnut creek for about 2years.I love here becuse the people are passionate, supportive and caring in the community. I get AA degree in early child development in chabot college and get association montessori internatimale diploma in 2021. I work in Berkeley preschool already 6 years. working with young children is always a passion of mine. As a Mandarin and English speaker, I will also wuppoort in their language achievenment. I am looking forward to buliding responsive and partnarship raletionships with children, family and colleagues.

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How much does an emergency babysitter cost in Alamo, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.77
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.78
  • Typical job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"

Hillary S., parent

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"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."

Theresa M., parent

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"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"

Lauren D., parent

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How do I find an emergency babysitter in Alamo?

Sign up for an UrbanSitter account, then share the date, time, and number of children who need care. Available sitters in Alamo can respond, and you can review full profiles before booking.

How much does an emergency babysitter cost in Alamo?

As of October 2026, babysitting rates in Alamo average $30.77 per hour for one child, and vary by experience, number of children, and job length. For same-day care, offering a higher rate can help attract interest and a faster response. See average babysitting rates in your area.

Are babysitters in Alamo on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check, including those in Alamo, and each profile is individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a babysitter in Alamo for today or tonight?

Yes. Same-day and tonight requests are common on UrbanSitter. Share your care needs and available sitters can respond. You can read reviews, watch profile videos, and choose the right fit.

What's the best way to find a babysitter in Alamo on short notice?

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