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192 available babysitters in El Cerrito, CA

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Anja
Booked by 2 repeat families
5 reviews
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hi! I'm Anja (An-ya)! I’m a Bay Area native and a mom! I have a daughter who is 3. I have availability on Thursday with some Fridays. Let me know if you want my daughter to come along! I've been working as a babysitter and nanny since high school, when I regularly babysat for neighborhood families with toddler age children. In college I worked for a service (fittingly) called College Nannies and Tutors, which provided on-call care for a variety of families across the Bay Area. I was booked with families whose daycare providers were on vacation, children who were too sick to go to school, and for kids whose parents worked from home - or who just needed a day to themselves! As you can imagine, I got to know a diverse group of children and parents and was able to work closely with them to meet their own special set of needs. I love fostering children's imagination and independence, and getting to know their unique personalities. Whether it's dinosaurs, dump trucks, Elsa, or Lightning McQueen, if they're interested, I'm interested!

Anya was great with our 9 month old! Super communicative and attentive. We would hire her again, definitely!

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Sagirah
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in El Cerrito, CA

I started working in after-school programs when i was 15years old. I was a daycare provider for 15years. I have my associates in childcare development. My passion is working with children.

I made arrangements literally at the last minute and she accommodated me and my 3 sons. My boys fell in love with her immediately. She is very professional and I felt comfortable with her positive energy she brought into my home. Thank you Ms Sagirah, we are definitely gonna see you again…PS my sons can’t stop saying your name..lol

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Seed
Booked by 23 repeat families
21 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 37 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hello! I am an youth mentor and artist in Columbus. I have supported youth in a variety of settings over the past ten years and am comfortable with infants through teenagers. I've taught art, cooking, gardening, science, math, social studies, language arts, and nature-based exploration for afterschool programs, summer camps, and as a school teacher. I am patient, caring, and compassionate with youth while also maintaining structures and routines. I work well with parents and caregivers to meet the needs of your specific family. I am organized, punctual, and clean, respectful, and a good communicator. Please feel free to send me booking requests or a direct message of inquiry. Thank you!

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Julia 2 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hello, I'm Julia from Berkeley. For the past five years, I've had the pleasure of supporting families by providing engaging and dependable childcare for children aged newborn to pre-teen and beyond,, I am also certified in CPR and First Aid. I have a car and am comfortable with pets. I hope to bring my experience and enthusiasm to your family. I hold a college degree and am comfortable caring for up to two children at a time. I pride myself on being patient, calm, friendly, and approachable, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. You can expect clear communication from me, using your preferred method, to keep you updated on your child's day.

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Leine
Booked by 27 repeat families
31 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 46 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hello Parents, I’m currently available for occasional babysitting and part-time childcare in Oakland. My childcare journey began in 2009, when I worked as an Au Pair in the Netherlands for a wonderful family with a seven-year-old boy and a nine-year-old girl. After moving to the U.S. in 2011, I continued babysitting and have since gained experience with infants, multiples, and school-age children. Beyond keeping kids safe and supported, I focus on modeling kindness, curiosity, and respect. I enjoy supporting children as they build confidence, independence, and thoughtfulness. I have extensive experience with infants, babies (including multiples), toddlers, and school-age children. My most recent long-term childcare role was in 2021, caring for a one-year-old baby girl. Since then, I’ve continued babysitting regularly and maintaining long-term relationships with families. I’ve studied Child Development at Merritt College in Oakland, hold a Bachelor’s degree in Advertising with a minor in Cinema, and recently completed my MBA. Outside of work, I’m a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and enjoy walking, roller skating, playing music, reading, and watching movies. I’d love to meet your family and provide thoughtful, reliable care for your children. Thank you!

Our family loves Leine. She is super reliable, a trusted companion to the kids, and very proactive with tidying around the house when she has time

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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 much does an emergency babysitter cost in El Cerrito?

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Can I find a babysitter in El Cerrito for today or tonight?

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

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