"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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Jia Yong 1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Orinda, CA
Hello! My name is Jia and I am a recent graduate from San Francisco State University. I have an extensive background working with children, mainly grades K-6th. I have worked at an afterschool/summer program for 6 years (2 years volunteer, 4 years paid), looking after around 50 kids at a time. My roles there included chaperoning on daily park trips and weekly field trips, taking care of lunch and cleanup operations, as well as tutoring on math and English. My top priority is to always ensure the children are safe, but also to add some fun into their day! I understand that every child has different needs, so I’m always adapting and learning as I go. I can assist with cooking/meal prepping, cleaning, and running any errands as well if necessary. I also speak Mandarin and Cantonese!
“Jia is wonderful! Our 9 month old baby boy adored her immediately. She was so attentive and in tune to his needs, managed his nap schedule - which was difficult because she was with him right after a big trip where his sleep schedule got thrown off. She also completed house projects without direction while he was napping - washed all of his bottles, toys from our trip, mashed his sweet potatoes, organized his clothes, etc. We are so thrilled we found Jia and can’t wait to work with her again. ”
Sagirah
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Orinda, 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”
Amelie Rachel
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Orinda, CA
Hey families! I’m Rachel, originally from Germany, and I’ve been living in the US since 2023. Watching kids grow, learn and explore the world around them brings me so much joy and I take pride in contributing to their development in a meaningful way. With my previous experience as a babysitter, I’ve been entrusted with caring for children of various ages, helping with everything from daily routines to educational activities and outings. My hands-on experience has equipped me with the skills to handle different situations, ensuring both safety and fun for the children in my care. I’m well-organized, attentive, and nurturing, with a strong sense of responsibility. I’m also comfortable with light housekeeping, meal prep, and helping with homework. My fluency in both English and German also allows me to introduce a bit of language learning to curious little ones! I would love the opportunity to get to know your family and support you. Please feel free to reach out—I’m excited to meet you and your little ones!
“Rachel has been working with us continuously for about a year, making breakfast and lunch, driving the kids to school, and doing household tidy and organizing. We have three girls small to big, and she works really well with all their ages as well as wrangling them all together (which is not easy!). She's absolutely responsible, timely, and organized, as well as kind, calm, and thoughtful. We cannot recommend her more highly!”
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Amanda 2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Orinda, CA
Hello! I am Amanda and I am a social worker by day and looking to become a family's go to date night sitter. I have experience professionally in the field of social work with kiddos of all ages and developmental capabilities as well as experience as a nanny/ caregiver. I consider myself as playful and imaginative as a sitter usually playing with toys or outside games. I just became a verified children’s yoga instructor so I’m happy to do some fun age appropriate poses with your kids. I am very respectful of family schedules, routines, and helping kids feel as comfortable as possible while their parent(s) are away enjoying some much needed kid free time.
“Amanda was great! I’d recommend. ”
Nkosha 1 review
$22 per hour for 1 child
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Orinda, CA
My name is Momo and I’m a former Au Pair looking for a family that needs a live in nanny. I have experience with toddlers and middle school children. I am comfortable and have experience with dogs and would to learn about more cultures.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Orinda, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.83
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.71
- Typical job length: 4.7 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 30,328 reviews in Orinda, CA
"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
"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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