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Cindy
Booked by 23 repeat families
28 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 48 families in San Pablo, CA

Hi my name is Cindy, I am 25!! I am Bilingual. I’ve lived in Marin county my entire life. I went to Novato high school so I’m very familiar with the area. I also graduated from The school of Paul Mitchell in Sacramento to get my cosmetology license. During high school I’ve volunteered at walker creek, elementary schools for walk-a-thons or after school activities, babysat for parents who had night time GED classes at Marin Oaks high school. I have 3 younger siblings and a older sister to. I have lots of experience with infants all the way to 16 yr olds! I’ve babysat for 6 years now and have many great references. I enjoy doing outdoor activities , watching movies, playing board games and arts & crafts! I’ve built great skills that will let me interact with your children in a great way ! & I will also make sure they grow and learn when I’m with them!! I also do dog boarding when on vacations and overnight sitting! I hope to hear from you soon!! I am also vaccinated and boosted 😊 Another thing to note is that I do have a 4 hour minimum for the day. If for any reason you do come home before the 4 hours or come home earlier from what time we agreed on I still expect to be paid the full amount. If you have any questions please feel free to message me.

“Incredible!!”

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Rachel
Booked by 11 repeat families
17 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 26 families in San Pablo, CA

Hi. I grew up in Marin and just moved back after living in Boston for ten years. I have worked with children in many different capacities since high school. I have worked as a camp counselor, babysitter, and teacher in a non classroom setting. Most recently I worked at the Museum of Science in Boston as well as an attendant in the child care room in a gym. One of the hardest parts of moving back to California is leaving the families I had been babysitting for years. I am comfortable working with all age groups. I have worked with infants as young as nine days old to teens, though most of my work has been with children between three months and ten years. My experience has taught me that nothing is more exhilarating, rewarding, or exhausting then working with children. I have found that a good sense of humor and open communication with parents is essential. Having people trust me to look after their child/children is a great responsibility that I take seriously. A bit about me. I am an avid reader. Like many people, I love to travel. I am currently on a quest to visit as many national parks as I can - 54 thus far. I am always happiest when I can get outside though I must stay vigilant about not getting burned. I am a vegetarian who loves to bake with varying levels of success. I look forward to meeting and learning more about you.

“Rachel is so wonderful! Will love to book her again soon. ”

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Phia
Booked by 49 repeat families
97 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 172 families in San Pablo, CA

Hi! My name is Phia and I would be happy to work with you. I have been working with children professionally since I was 16 but babysat before then. I have worked with children of varying ages, from infants 3 months and older, toddlers, elementary age, all the way up to young teenagers preparing for high school. I graduated from the University of San Francisco with a BA in sociology in May 2022. I now work as a project coordinator supervising youth development and policy at a local non-profit. I still work with babysitting families 1-2 times a week. In the Bay Area, I have worked as an after-school program leader for the YMCA in SFUSD, as well as a classroom aid. Beyond this, I have worked as an interim babysitter and nanny for various families before and during the pandemic. Through my time with the YMCA and other organizations, I have been trained in childhood development and creative education. I enjoy working with kids because it helps me keep in tune with my ability to empathize and stay creative. Children are the expression of a community, so staying in tune with the needs and experiences of youth is better for the community as a whole. Booking and payment policy: Same day cancellation, if you cancel within 4 hours of the booking start time, you are agreeing to pay me 1/2 of lost wages.

“Phia is so great with my kids! She and my toddler especially get along great, and she does an awesome job playing with him. Highly recommend.”

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Milissa
Booked by 28 repeat families
52 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 73 families in San Pablo, CA

With going on 6 years of experience caring for one family, I developed strong childcare skills, including managing routines, and keeping kids entertained through engaging activities. I have been on UrbanSitter for almost 2 years and have worked with various families as a repeat sitter! I also have experience caring for my younger siblings and cousins in my big family. I moved for to the Bay Area/Berkeley for college, which led me to transition from my previous long-term position. I’m reliable, nurturing, and love helping kids grow! I am able to drive kiddos around in the family’s car and run errands if needed! I don’t own a car in the Bay Area

“Milissa was very warm and my connected really well with her. They talked a lot and had fun together, and Milissa took care of all her needs and made sure my daughter was ready for bed before I came back. Would def book her for help again. Thank you!”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.79
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.77
  • 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 San Pablo?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in San Pablo is $30.79 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in San Pablo.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in San Pablo?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in San Pablo 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?

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