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Families in Oakland turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
317 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.10/hr
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Hello Families My name is Angela, and I live in Oakland and can commute as needed. I have over four years of experience as a dedicated nanny, specializing in the care of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, elementary schoolers, and teenagers. I'm currently seeking one-time jobs during the week and on weekends to support families in need. Education: Graduated as a nursing assistant in my home country. Skills: • Responsible, punctual, and organized • Proficient in English and Spanish. • Deep love for children, treating them as my own. • Strong driver with a fully vaccinated status and CPR certification. • Non-smoker, committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment. • Animal lover Thanks for checking my profile and feel free to contact me anytime. I’ll be happy to answer any questions I am excited to meet you! Best wishes, Angela
“Angela was great with our daughter and built trust quickly with her. Would absolutely have her again!”
Hi parents! 👋 I'm Anna, 26, Swiss-American 🇨🇭🇺🇸, and based in NOPA, San Francisco. ✨ Experienced Bay Area Nanny | Looking For Temporary & Short-Term Care Only I've worked with children since 2018, providing babysitting and nanny care alongside my university studies and corporate HR career. I bring 8+ years of experience and a patient, nurturing approach to creating a safe, supportive environment for every child. 📅 My Availability I'm taking a career break from corporate HR to travel while continuing to work with families. I'm fully available for 2–3 months at a time, followed by approximately one month of travel, making me a great fit for temporary placements, vacation coverage, and short-term childcare needs. 👶 Childcare Experience • 2020: Cared for two children, ages 4 and 7, for three months. • 2021: Cared for two children, ages 2 and 5, for five months. • 2018–present: Occasional babysitting for children ages 1 year –15 years. • Experience supporting children with ADHD, Tourette's syndrome, learning disabilities, neurodivergence, and emotional regulation challenges. • Former first-grade German teaching assistant for eight students. 🐶 Pet-Friendly I love animals and have experience caring for two dogs full-time. I'm comfortable with all pets and have no pet allergies! 🐾 🎓 Education & Professional Background UC Irvine graduate with honors (B.A. in Political Science, 3.9 GPA). My corporate HR background has strengthened my organization, communication, and professionalism. 🌍 Languages • Native: English, German, and Swiss German • Proficient: French • Beginner: Spanish 💛 My Personality I'm kind, calm, and reliable, with a built-in dose of "Swiss punctuality 🇨🇭😉!" I bring a grounded energy that makes kids feel completely safe, supported, and happy. I value open communication and look forward to building a strong, trusted partnership with your family. 🚗 Safety & Reliability • Reliable vehicle and clean driving record • Fully vaccinated and boosted • Non-smoker and drug-free ✨ A Little About Me I love backpacking and exploring new cultures, having visited 33 countries across five continents, including 13 solo trips! ✈️🌎 In San Francisco, I enjoy spending time outdoors, cooking, and going to the gym. 💛
Hello! My name is Alexus. Babysitter + owner of SYMPL Home Housekeeping. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Voted auntie of the year for spending time with my 10 nieces and nephews. I love all children of all ages and cuteness. I have experience with Infants, twins, sibling rivalry, and three-nagers. I am also a great chef and had a food business and virtual bakery. I enjoy long walks, ice cream sundaes, and educational trips to the museum, science centers, and helping with difficult math homework. I hope I am a great fit for your child caring needs. :). Please read booking info for child care Policies and Household Care rates. Time Booked = Time Paid: If a booking ends prior than the agreed time, I still charge for the full hours booked. Please request a 5-hour minimum. Interviews: Interviews are only via Phone/FaceTime/ Zoom/ Google Meet. Please message before sending request. Hotel/ AirBNB Bookings I am comfortable with any hotel or AirBnB bookings. Parking must be compensated. Pleas allow an extra 15-30minutes for arrival in Downtown or Difficult Parking Areas. Nanny Share: I'm also comfortable with and have previously done nanny share $18/hr per child min SYMPL HOME HOUSEKEEPING I come fully equipped with products, vacuum, and mop ready for all your cleaning needs. Cleaning Rates: General/ Light Clean: (Clean, Dust, Vac+Mop) 1bdr/1-2 bth: $175 (2-3hrs) 2bdr/1-3 bth: $200 (2-3hrs) 3bdr/ 1-4bth: $225 (3-4hrs) 4bdr/ 2-5bth: $275 (4-5hrs) 5bdr/ 2-5bth: $300 (5-6hrs) ** +$25 loft/house fee ** +$25 no chemical fee ** +$25 per pet fee ($50 max fee) (allow additional 30min) **+$35/hr Window Washing **+$30 Oven Cleaning Deep/ Heavy Clean: (Clean, Full Dust, Kitchen Degrease, Microwave, Vac+Mop, Trash Removal, Baseboards, Blind Dusting, Fridge) 1bdr: +$60 (3-4hrs) 2bdr: +$60 (4hrs) 3bdr: +$80 (5hrs) 4-5 bdr: $100 (6-7hrs) Move-In/Move-Out: (Clean, Full Dust, Full Kitchen Degrease, Oven, Microwave, Vac+Mop, Trash Removal, Baseboards, Interior+Exterior Cabinets, Closets, Blind Dusting, Window Washing) — TOTAL COST— 1bdr: $350 (6hrs) 2bdr: $385 (7hrs) 3bdr: $415 (7hrs) 4bdr: $475 (8hrs) 5bdr: $525 (9hrs) **Packing/Moving + Carpet Cleaning (ask for quote) **Heavy Soil homes that exceed the time frame quoted will be charged additional fee +$35/hr Home Organizing/ Purging: I also do home organizing and purging. I provide bins/baskets for additional cost.
I’m an creative babysitter, I love make art projects with my kids and teach them how to clean up at the end, I enjoy playing with their toys and take them to the playground if the weather permit.
“Katherin was so flexible and patient with us and took great care of our daughter!”
2/27/26 UPDATE: Moving forward I ask that parents respect my cancellation fee of 50% of the cost of the previously agreed upon booking when cancelling a booking with less than 24 hours in advance. If the booking was not made with a set hard end time, I ask that you please accept a fee of $50. Hello! My name is Kaia. I believe it takes a village to raise a child. Being raised by a single parent myself, I am passionate about serving families in my community who need extra childcare support. Queer and trans friendly. While I believe *all* family styles deserve proper childcare, households close to a BART station/commuter friendly are more convenient for me right now.
As of October 2026
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
2,627 sitters background checked in Oakland, CA
5.0 average star rating from total of 30,794 reviews in Oakland, CA
"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
"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
"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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