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229 available today | Avg hourly rate: $30.84/hr

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Amary
Booked by 168 repeat families
167 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 372 families in Orinda, CA

Hello! My name is Amary, and I’m 38 years old. I’m the mother of two adorable boys and have 10 years of babysitting experience. During my time as a student in France, I worked as a babysitter, and when I moved to the US, I decided to continue in this field. I enjoy playing various games with the kids and am open to any activity that the parents prefer. Occasionally, I try to teach them French, which I speak fluently. I’m available for occasional babysitting jobs and only accept jobs that are at least 4 hours long. I’m comfortable with dogs, but I’m not comfortable with cats because I’ve been attacked by one in the past. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Best regards, Amary

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Kennette
Booked by 152 repeat families
161 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 298 families in Orinda, CA

Hello Moms and Dads! I love working with infants, toddlers and kids. I graduated from U.C. Berkeley majoring in English with a Spanish minor. I am born and raised in the bay area. I have been nannying and babysitting 12+ years including with many infants, twins and groups of children. I love kids! I also love activities including running, swimming, singing, art,creating childrens stories and also keeping up with education technology. In addition to my bachelors degree, I have a credential and Masters in General Education and credential in Mild-Moderate Special Education and another in Visual Impairments from San Francisco state. I love being a teacher and a child care provider. I am also a fluent Spanish speaker and I love teaching kids. I have also been a swim instructor for 15+ years. I am CPR certified. I have babysat, tutored and taught swim lessons to all ages. I love making a difference in the lives of children! I have a 3-4hr minimum for in-person bookings. Happy to start with an interview call if that helps. I have a 48hr notice cancellation policy. Thank you!

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Brunna
Booked by 27 repeat families
41 reviews
$38 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 73 families in Orinda, CA

Hi! I’m Brunna, a professional nanny and certified Newborn Care Specialist with over 10 years of experience caring for children from newborns through the teenage years. I’m currently pursuing my Early Childhood Education degree and enjoy incorporating Montessori and Reggio Emilia inspired, child-led practices into my care. I love creating engaging, developmentally appropriate activities based on each child’s interests—from arts and crafts and sensory play to reading, outdoor adventures, and imaginative play. My goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun while giving parents peace of mind. A few important notes before booking: • Please let me know in advance if anyone in the household is sick, as I frequently care for newborns and young infants. • Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled start time are charged in full. • If a shift ends early, I charge for the originally agreed-upon hours, as I reserve that time specifically for your family. I look forward to meeting your family!

“Brunna was amazing with our kids. They do not take easily to new people but were, amazingly, comfortable with her right away. She really knows how to connect with each child. ”

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Latisha
Booked by 4 repeat families
7 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 16 families in Orinda, CA

Hi! I am just ending 8 great years as an after-school nanny and family assistant and before that 7 great years as a preschool teacher, working with kids aged 2. 5 --5. I worked within 3 classrooms, experiencing all the ages from toddlers to pre-k. I have worked with children of all ages on some level - babysitting, preschool, after-school care, summer programs and tutoring - for the past 30 years. I naturally gravitate to children and get on their level pretty easily while also maintaining the responsibility and authority a child might need when not in the care of parents. My care philosophy is very child centered and respectful, similar to the philosophies of RIE, Magda Geber and play based learning. I am available for date nights, after school and weekend care. Some of my favorite things to do with kids are read (my children's book library keeps growing), craft activities and cooking (bonus: I do the cleanup!).

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Mariana
Booked by 12 repeat families
19 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 33 families in Orinda, CA

Hi ! My name is Mariana and I’m currently living in Emeryville. I’m a reliable person, I love animals so I’m also able to be a petsitter. Looking forward to connect with you! I am responsible, committed and respectful.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.84
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.72
  • Typical job length: 4.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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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 much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Orinda?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Orinda is $30.84 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Orinda.

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