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171 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.04/hr

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Ginette
Booked by 8 repeat families
14 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 19 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hi! I'm Gigi :) I’m a reliable, punctual, creative, and empathetic caregiver offering childcare for babies (+6 months), toddlers and kids until 10 yrs old ✅️ ​+5yrs and +6,000 hrs of exp working as a volunteer infant teacher, and caregiver ✅️ CPR and First Aid certified. My responsibilities have included playtime (indoor and outdoor), crafts and art projects, bedtime routines, diapering, bottle and playing cognitive games! I love bringing with me some materials and games, so your kiddos will have a special time with me ​🐶 Pet-friendly 🚭 Non-smoker 🌈 Languages: Spanish and English

“Ginette was absolutely wonderful with our girls. She brought over some special games and balloons which were a huge hit! She was super communicative, punctual, professional, and kept the kids on task for dinner before we left for our event. In the morning our girls couldn’t stop talking about how much fun they had. We hope to work with her again soon!”

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Denise
Booked by 79 repeat families
122 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 228 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hello! My name is Denise, a mother of three adult children (and Seven Grandchildren). I have the best job in the world! Working with kids was always my dream. I work as an IA at an Elementary/Middle School for the last few years. As a Nanny, I’m willing to help with light meal prep for the child,I always Clean after myself. My rate is based on Area/Distance and hours booked. Please note: If you book me for a specific amount of hours, Ex. 6–10pm. And you come back earlier, say by 9:30pm; I will still expect payment for the hours scheduled (agreed on) previously. I have a lot of experience watching kids of all ages. Love to create a fun, safe environment for the kids. Sometimes reading or just playing, taking a walk, visiting the park. My hobbies are reading and going to the Movies, trying different kinds of foods. I hope I didn't bore you! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile*. Booking/Cancellation Notices. Please know, that Cancellations made 24 hours or less before the booking time, will be subject to 50% of The agreed fee. Thank you! Sincerely, Denise

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Thali
Booked by 52 repeat families
50 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 81 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hi - My name is Thalissa but you can call me Thali! I’ve been working with kids since I was 16, but my first experience came with my little sister’s birth almost 20 years ago. I started by taking care of her and then began babysitting for my neighbors back in Brazil. I’ve been working with different families in America since I got here 9 years ago. I am in the Berkeley area but also have worked in Oakland, Piedmont, Orinda, Moraga, Kensington, Albany, El Cerrito, and Alameda. I just had a baby girl mid April last year and took a break to enjoy motherhood! I am now back looking for new families! Please let me know if you think we could work well together and we can talk more about it. I have plenty of experience with infants, toddlers and older kids. I can also help with light housework and meal prepping. Last minute/same day requests: I will always try to accommodate as best as I can for same-day and last-minute requests, but please do keep in mind that I also have to find care for my child unless you are comfortable with me bringing her along. Cancelation policy: Please note that a 24 hour notice is expected for cancelations. If you happen to cancel a job and not allowed for a 24 hour notice, I expect to be paid for 50% of the agreed upon hours. If you cancel a job less than 12 hours before start time, I expect to be paid for all of the agreed upon hours. Emergencies do occur, but please take into account that this is my only source of income. Additionally, I always expect to be paid for all of the hours booked, even if you come home earlier or if the booking hours are changed less than a week before the job booked. This policy helps me structure and commit to my schedule, and allows for a mutual and transparent agreement. Work policy: I do not charge for cleaning after the kids and of course myself, and light housekeeping, but if it is expected housework and not agreed to beforehand I am not responsible for fulfilling it. I also charge 1.5x my rate for big holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Thank you. Thali

“Thali was punctual, respectful, and great with the kids. They seem to feel comfortable in her presence even though we usually only have family watching them. Highly recommend!”

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Erica
Booked by 36 repeat families
49 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 76 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hello! My name is Erica and I've been watching children beginning with my little sister when I was in jr. high. Since then I have babysat children of all ages. I have worked at preschools and have taken classes in early childhood development. I taught my own class of 3 year olds, but have served as an aide in classes ranging from infant to 5 years. I am a fully licensed cosmetologist & work as a hairstylist at a salon in Berkeley. I love children of all ages and they tend to love me. I'm a child at heart and enjoy singing, art, going outside, and just having fun. In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching movies and tv shows, exploring the outdoors, and cooking.

“Erica is wonderful! She is very easy to communicate with, arrived on time, and put my 8 month old who has some separation anxiety at ease. We look forward to working with her again in the future! ”

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Raphaella
Booked by 75 repeat families
70 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 143 families in El Cerrito, CA

I have been working with children for almost fourteen years, and was a Preschool Teacher for over five years. I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Development from SF State University. Prior to the covid-19 shutdown I worked as a teacher at Rockridge Little School in Piedmont for two years, where I worked with all ages groups (2-5 years) I also worked as a teacher at Claremont Day Nurseries Preschool in Kensington. I was a two year old teacher for one year, and then became a floater teacher for all the age groups (ages 2-5). Prior to this I started up an after-care organization with my mother in 2009 until 2012, where we took care of over nine children after-school per day, ages 6-10. On my work days I would spend the day playing with the kids, doing arts and crafts, providing homework help and overall enjoying the company of the children until the parents would come back from work. I love to do drawing/arts and crafts projects with the kids I take care of if possible, and really enjoy the creativity it brings out in each child. I have found my experiences with children to be both educational and heart-warming, and for those reasons have helped me develop as a person and I feel make me qualified to join the urban-sitter community.

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How much does an infant babysitter cost in El Cerrito, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.04
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.88
  • Typical infant babysitting job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of November 2026

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"Savannah was very sweet playing with our infant. He was very happy taking a bottle from her, going on a walk, and reading a book."

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"Leanna was very sweet and good with our daughter. She played with her, changed her diaper, fed her and all the good things that a newborn needs."

Rachel M., parent

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"Was our first time leaving our newborn with a sitter. Emily's calm demeanor put us at ease when we left, and she was great about sending us updates."

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How much does an infant babysitter cost in El Cerrito?

As of November 2026, the average infant babysitting rate in El Cerrito is $31.04 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience and time of day. See average rates by city.

What should I ask an infant babysitter before hiring?

Most parents ask about experience with babies under 12 months, feeding and napping routines, CPR certification, and how the sitter handles fussiness. See our babysitter interview questions guide.

Can I find a last-minute infant babysitter in El Cerrito?

Yes. If you need care soon, share your timing and care needs so available sitters can respond. Then review profiles, infant experience, and parent reviews before booking.

Are infant babysitters in El Cerrito background checked?

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