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Mellissa $30 per hour for 1 child

Preschool Teacher with a Master's degree in Psychology seeking to return to nannying. CPR and First-Aid certified. I am currently a preschool teacher in the East Bay M-F until 5:45pm so I'm open to after school babysitting or transitioning jobs for the right fit. Our school year ends in May and I would love to find the right family to work for when my current kiddos transition to their next class. I previously worked as a full-time nanny for a family with a 2-year-old boy as well as a family with three wonderful children (ages 3, 5, and 8). I also worked as a teacher in a Montessori preschool in San Francisco for 4 years. As a teaching assistant and also an extended day teacher, I was responsible for creating activities, leading storytime, helping children with their projects as needed, guiding children in conflict resolution, modeling kindness, leading movement songs, changing children who had potty accidents, and ensuring children were prepared for pick-up with all of their art and belongings. I completed my Master's in Psychology in 2021 and am eventually planning to return to graduate school to pursue licensure as a marriage and family therapist. I am warm, patient, kind, and genuinely care deeply for the children in my life. I am so grateful to spend my days with them. I love reading with children, doing art projects, playing at the park, and singing songs together. I place a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning and modeling kindness and empathy. I also enjoy fostering children’s innate interests and curiosities. As a former teacher, I am confident in supplementing and enriching children’s learning. It is deeply important to me to maintain contact with the children for whom I served as a nanny and essential that families understand the genuine love that can exist between children and their long-term caregivers. I'm looking forward to learning more about your children!

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Heather $30 per hour for 1 child

I have always been drawn to caring for children and families. My experience began over 15 years ago as a summer camp counselor (I have never met a craft I didn't excel at), babysitter, nanny, and now as a newborn care specialist/ postpartum doula. I love joining children in their world of play and making it as fun and engaging as possible. Although my specific certifications and professional experience are primarily focused on newborns and infants, I have cared for children of all ages, from toddlers to teens. I'm able to meet each age group where they are at and strive to make my time shared with them engaging and fun.

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Juana $25 per hour for 1 child

I have over 20 years of experience as a teacher for children of all ages back in my home country of Chile. I have a lot of experience as well caring for elders, cleaning, and cooking, and performing any needed tasks. I love animals and all living creatures.

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Kimberly $35 per hour for 1 child

Hello, I am a caring and dependable nanny with 10 years of experience working with children of all different ages. I am CPR/ first aid certified and TrustLine registered. I focus on creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment where kids feel supported and comfortable. I'm patient, organized, and reliable, and I take pride in being someone families can truly trust.

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Norma $30 per hour for 1 child

Hello my name is Norma I have over 8 years of experience in taking care of loved ones in various ages from infant, toddler to teenagers. As a mother myself I understand how important it is to have someone you can truly trust with your little ones. In addition I also have 5 years of experience working in the medical field as a medical assistant. I am cpr/first aid certified and current on all vaccinations. I am currently looking for employment as nanny/babysitter either part-time or full-time. I am passionate about what I do, caring, responsible, reliable, patient and confident. I also have experience in housekeeping, meal prepping, grocery shopping (organic+), running errands etc. I am available to chat at any time and will responds as soon as I can. Thanks

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"We absolutely LOVE Isa — our family was so fortunate to have found her through UrbanSitter. I'm a first-time mom, and it took me a long time to find a full-time nanny I could trust to care for our sweet infant boy. Our boy connected with her immediately, and we couldn't have asked for anyone else to care for him. Her calming presence was also perfect for parents like us who work from home. We feel so lucky UrbanSitter helped us find someone who has truly become a part of our family."

Amy L., mom of one

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"I was so stressed about finding a part-time nanny for my 14-month-old son, who has moderate separation anxiety and hadn't been left with anyone but family before, but we were both immediately at ease in Buhay's presence. Her empathy and commitment to understanding child development are apparent in every interaction I've witnessed between her and my toddler. I feel very lucky to have found her."

Kamilah W., mom of one

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"Erna watched our now 5 year old daughter and 3 year old son for a few years. She is punctual, responsible, honest, and playful. What we appreciated most was that she was thoughtful in ensuring that we had a little break; for example, when the kids were clingy, she was able to divert their attention with games or songs or walks to the park. We felt very comfortable leaving our kids with Erna because of her caring nature and experience that spans a decade (including being a live-in nanny)."

Eric D., dad of two

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Frequently asked questions about Berkeley nanny services

What does a nanny do?

Nannies provide ongoing, in-home child care on a set schedule. A nanny may prepare meals, assist with school pickup, help with homework, manage activities, and handle light housekeeping related to child care. Many nannies specialize in specific age groups or needs such as infant care or bilingual support. Learn more about what a nanny does.

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Are nannies on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes, every Berkeley nanny must clear an annual background check, and each profile is individually reviewed by our Trust & Safety team. Learn more about what's included in the background check..

What's the difference between UrbanSitter and a Berkeley nanny agency?

Nanny agencies in Berkeley often charge placement fees that can total thousands of dollars. On UrbanSitter, there are no agency placement fees, just a simple membership. You can browse available nannies in Berkeley, interview candidates, and hire directly.

What types of nannies can I find in Berkeley?

On UrbanSitter, you can find full-time, part-time, and live-in nannies in Berkeley. Many nannies offer specialized experience including infant care, nanny sharing, bilingual care, and after school coverage. Browse profiles and filter by experience type to find your fit.

Do I need a nanny contract?

A written agreement helps you and your nanny align on schedule, pay, duties, and time off before the job begins. Many families in Berkeley use a simple contract to set expectations from day one. See our nanny contract template and guide for what to include.

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