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250 available babysitters in Berkeley, CA

Families in Berkeley turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
234 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.05/hr

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Irina $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Irina, I’m an aupair from Argentina but i’ve been living here for a little over a year now🥰 I’ve been working with kids since 2021. I started with my two cousins that were 6 and 3 y/o at that time; then a 3 month old baby until 18 months, and her cousin since she was 4months until 8 months. After that I arrived to Oakland and I’m currently working with two girls! They were 2 years old and 4 months old when i arrived, now they’re 3 y/o and 2 years old 🫶🏻 I feel comfortable with infants and kids, i like to play with them and teach them stuff and also dance and sing! I never did pet care but i have had dogs all my life and i love them, my host family here also have a dog and i usually go for walks with him ❤️

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Jhenifer 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Berkeley, CA

Hi! I’m a caring, responsible, and patient caregiver who enjoys spending time with children and helping families feel supported. I have experience caring for kids of different ages and I always focus on creating a safe, fun, and positive environment. I’m reliable, organized, and comfortable helping with routines, meals, playtime, bedtime, and light household tasks. I’m also flexible with occasional babysitting and part-time care, and I always try to make children feel comfortable, happy, and well cared for.

“Jhenifer was great with our little girls. They absolutely loved her. She watched them for a full night after a long day and helped with dinner and bed time.”

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A'kila
Booked by 18 repeat families
21 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 41 families in Berkeley, CA

I am A'kila [Uhh-kee-luhh]. What I love most about caregiving is having the opportunity to engage with a warm and loving family. My style of caregiving comes from a place of authenticity. Especially in regards to clients that are disabled. After caring for severely Autistic non verbal clients, I am privy to basic ABA therapy strategies and concepts. As well as navigating AAC devices. Since 2017, I have been caring for children of all ages, races and abilities from the ages of 3 months to 13 years young. Within that time, I have met hundreds of families from all walks of life. If you are hiring based on my experience, please look at my reviews for further insight. If you would like to set up an interview, I request we exchange references, so I too gain more insight as to your family dynamic with other sitters, which will give me an idea if we are a good match. What do I expect from you as a parent? Respect and open communication. It is my goal to work with, not for, a family. I give and put my time and effort into caregiving professionally. It is imperative, from the very start of our correspondence that we maintain a level of transparency , honesty and respect in an effort for us all to ultimately find a good match and waste as little of our time as possible in the process. Thank You, A'kila

“Kids had a great time and really liked her!”

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Evin
Booked by 12 repeat families
15 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 22 families in Berkeley, CA

Hello my name is Evin! I am a graduate of San Francisco State University where I earned a BA in Child and Adolescent Development with a concentration in youth work and out of school time as well as a Minor in Africana studies. I also have a Masters (MA) in Drama Therapy at CIIS. I have worked as a coordinator for different youth programs throughout the Bay for over 7 years now abd a program manager of youth programming for the last 4 years. A lot of the work I do centers on culture, healing, Mental Health, Restorative Justice, etc. I have been working with children for over a decade now. I started off babysitting for local families back in San Diego. Then it was more infant and toddler care. Right into college I worked in preschools for two years then went into summer and after school programs with school-age kids, and following that I was a camp counselor at a radical healing retreat with high school students. I now write curriculum for one of the summer programs I work for and after being a coordinator for both programs I am now a full time program manger. I am super into creativity and socio-emotional development along with education and safety. I pride my self in making children feel safe to learn and express themselves as well as discover who they are as individuals. I love supporting youth in all their endeavors and I truly have a natural understanding, patience, and connection with children.

“Evin really helped us out on short notice when our scheduled sitter bailed on us at the very last minute. From the moment she came over she was super friendly, professional and did a great job making our little one feel comfortable. Our son really enjoyed his time with her and I would highly recommend her to anyone using Urbansitter. Thanks Evin for your help!”

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Nina
Booked by 10 repeat families
15 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 58 families in Berkeley, CA

Hi lovely Parents .Here it is a brief information about myself (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY) .My name is Cristina ( but I loved go by Nina ) from my little ones and their parents who I had a blessed opportunity to meet and keep a close relationship with them .I am 45 years old Brazilian single mother of 24 years old daughter .I live in U.S.A Bay Area/ San Francisco since June 1999 . I have been working as a nanny my whole life since I was there in Brazil and since I arrived here with different culture, background families with I gained a lot of new experience, challenge with all of them and most important thing we building a strong relationship between myself, children's and the parents. I know how to respond to the childrens needs and give them the love they deserve, respond to a children with different behavior and support the parents on day daily schedule and needs.I respect families culture and values .I also have a plenty of experience working with elderly I have my HCA number .I am CPR/First Aid Adults,Children and Infant / Doula certified/ Behavior Specialist Certificate/ TB Test Negative / Drug & Alcohol Counseling certified/ Community Health Work certificated/ Trauma Recovery Certificated /Immunization updated / COVID-19 vacine in file / Teacher Assistant Permit / CDEV 36 units include special education and Health Education/ RBT certificated/CDL / OWN TRANSPORTATION / AAA FULL COVER INSURANCE. languages I speak Portuguese (Brazil native speaking) English (fluent) Spanish (fluent) and ASL fluent by the way I am DEAF) WELCOME TO MY WOULD.I am open to overnight errands . I hope hear from families soon and my references is available upon request feel free to drop me a message I will happy to answer any question you have for me. Have a wonderful blessed day GOD BLESS EVERYONE.

“Warm and communicative! I will be using Nina again ”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.05
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.86
  • Typical job length: 4.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

Recent babysitter activity in Berkeley, CA

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5.0 average star rating from total of 30,049 reviews in Berkeley, CA

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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 Berkeley?

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

How much does an emergency babysitter cost in Berkeley?

As of October 2026, babysitting rates in Berkeley average $31.05 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 Berkeley on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check, including those in Berkeley, 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 Berkeley 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 Berkeley on short notice?

On UrbanSitter, when an urgent need comes up, share your timing, location, and care needs so available sitters can respond. See tips for finding last-minute child care for additional ways to find support.

What do I do if my babysitter cancels in Berkeley?

Sign into UrbanSitter and submit a new urgent request with your timing, location, and care needs. Available sitters can respond, and you can compare reviews, profile videos, and response times before choosing.

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