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363 available last-minute babysitters in Oakland, CA

Families in Oakland use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
343 available today | Avg hourly rate: $30.96/hr

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Hashi $17 per hour for 1 child

Hi, my name is Hashi! I am a recent UCLA graduate currently working in youth development in San Francisco. I am looking for part time babysitting jobs. I love babysitting and working with children of all ages. I have worked as an academic counselor for high school students, have worked with kids ages 4-12 as a swim instructor and have also baby sat children of all ages throughout my high school years. I am able to drive children anywhere needed, work on arts and crafts (I have lots of beads and love working with children on making jewelry), and able to tutor in all subjects up to high school level. I can also cook, clean, run errands, and other household help needed. Happy to feed pets or walk dogs as well. Also hope to pet or house sit.

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Ryann $26 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Ryann (they/them) and I recently graduated from SFSU with a Bachelors Degree in Women and Gender Studies with a minor in LGBTQ+ studies. I'm going back to school in the fall to start my Masters Program in Sexuality Studies. I am flexible, social, playful, a strong communicator, and I love working with kids, animals, and elderly folks. Throughout my life, I have babysat for many families with children of various ages, typically multiple children at the same time. My responsibilities included cooking and prepping food, helping with homework, cleaning, arts and crafts, and transportation to and from school. I frequently care for my friends' and neighbors' pets; dog walking, feeding the animals, refilling water bowls, overnight cat sitting, and offering various forms of enrichment. I am passionate about animals and providing the best quality of life for them. I have been volunteering at Openhouse, the LGBTQ+ senior center, since October every week and it has allowed me to expand my knowledge and skills around senior care. I have assisted disabled folks with everyday tasks, ranging from going to the grocery store to the emergency vet. I am patient, able bodied, accommodating, and quick to help out.

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Victoria $26 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m a behavioral therapist who works with children with special needs, mainly ages 2–7. I’m experienced in supporting communication, behavior, and social development in a patient and positive way. I love working with kids and creating a safe, fun, and structured environment. I’m excited to support families who need a reliable and caring sitter.

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Ahire $30 per hour for 1 child

I have 10 years of experience of caring for young children and homework assistance. I work well with neurodivergent children and have a lot of homework tips and tricks. I have seven years of experience creating and leading workshops for youth development within diverse communities. I love sharing my interests and hobbies, which included, crafting, theater, science and community engagement. I can help with light housekeeping, groceries, and Carpooling. I have 3 years of experience providing compassionate care for seniors and work well with those who have dementia/alzheimer's. I have 7 years of experience caring for dogs of all ages.

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Juliette $35 per hour for 1 child

Hi, my name is Juliette:) I currently offering child care💛 I love being a babysitter and have been watching babies, toddlers, kids and pre-teens. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, shower time, bed time, dinner, driving to extracurricular activities, to playgrounds or cultural places, crafts, make lunch’s, make the kids laundry, and make the children’s beds. I also work as run errands, drive to appointments, or do other tasks.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Oakland, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.96
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.82
  • Typical job length: 4.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

Recent babysitter activity in Oakland, CA

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5.0 average star rating from total of 30,991 reviews in Oakland, CA

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"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."

Marie C., parent

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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"

Jenny S., parent

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"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"

Jesse D., parent

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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Oakland?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Oakland who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Oakland?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Oakland is $30.96 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Oakland.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from Oakland families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Oakland?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Oakland can respond. In most cities, the average response time for urgent requests is under two minutes.

Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

Some parents offer a slightly higher rate for last-minute or same-day requests, but it is not required. On UrbanSitter, rates are set by individual babysitters. You can see each babysitter's hourly rate on their profile before you book.

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