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34 available last-minute babysitters in Port Costa, CA

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53 available today | Avg hourly rate: $30.64/hr

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Kennette
Booked by 152 repeat families
161 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 298 families in Port Costa, 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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Mariane
Booked by 5 repeat families
10 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 18 families in Port Costa, CA

HI! My name is Mariane, 34 years old. I have my own car and don’t mind driving to the job, max 30 miles distance. I have experience with all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I'm fun and communicative, the kind of babysitter that really sits and play with the kids. I like to find fun activities, like arts&crafts, coloring, or some learning activity. I can help with homework, pick up from school, drive to activities, watch them for a date night or just give you a little break when need it (we all need it right?). I also know how and love to swim! If you have any questions, please feel free to text me, I'm looking forward to work with you!

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Sarah
Booked by 8 repeat families
8 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 25 families in Port Costa, CA

Hi, I'm Sarah! I am offering child care and household services. I have 7 years of experience providing private childcare. I've worked with infants, toddlers, and children up to 11 years old. (One of them told me I get along well with kids because I'm a child at heart, LOL) I have a nursing education background, and currently working at UCSF, Cancer Research Department. I am also more than happy to watch dogs, cats, or any animal you might have. The more the merrier! :)

“Sarah was a breath of fresh of fresh air! Sarah came to look after my 3 year old daughter all day when she had an ear infection and was home from school. I could immediately tell she was such a warm person, and she engaged with my daughter right away. She played with her, fed her lunch, put her down for nap and played more. When my daughter was napping, Sarah organized all of the toys in the playroom into drawers, assembled a new easel for my kids, and helped my daughter do a painting project when she woke up. Sarah is such a sweet person, was prompt, communicative, and a joy to have here. We would love to hire her again! ”

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Yingzhou
Booked by 8 repeat families
11 reviews
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 14 families in Port Costa, CA

Hello! My name is Yingzhou.I am a responsible, patient, and caring nanny with over 10 years of experience taking care of children of different ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I enjoy creating a safe, loving, and fun environment where children can learn and grow. I can help with daily routines such as feeding, bathing, and bedtime, as well as preparing healthy meals, organizing activities and supporting school drop-offs, pick-ups, and extracurricular activities. I believe in positive communication, encouraging creativity, and giving children the attention and care they need. With more than a decade of childcare experience, I understand the importance of supporting parents, being reliable, and keeping an open line of communication. My goal is to make life easier for the family while ensuring the children are happy, healthy, and well cared for. I would love the opportunity to bring my energy, responsibility, and warmth to your family.

“As a FTM, I was so anxious about finding the right care for our newborn. But Ying is not just a nanny, she embodies the definition of “mom”. My only regret is not hiring her sooner but we waited until our daughter was around 3 months and will continue to use her into the foreseeable future (Currently she is now 5.5 months). Sweet, kind, gentle and so much compassion. She’s helpful with the baby, around the house and her knowledge in child care is impressive. She speaks canto, mandarin and her English is great. ”

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Sita
Booked by 3 repeat families
5 reviews
$26 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Port Costa, CA

I am a private school teachers aide for special needs children and have worked with kids aged 6 to 18 in this field. Before being a teacher, I was a respite care provider for special needs children. Overall, I have been in the field professionally for 4 years, but have done nannying since I was 15, for children as young as 3 months! (I am now 23 years old) Before this field, I worked in elderly assisted living. I had a variety of pets growing up and am comfortable caring for animals as well! I am passionate, energetic, and think quick on my feet. I can care for multiple children or pets at a time, and I do not tire easily. I also know a bit of conversational American Sign Language!

“Sita was great! On time, very attentive, and great communication. Went above and beyond our expectations!”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.64
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.64
  • 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 Port Costa?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Port Costa is $30.64 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Port Costa.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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