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tatiana 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in El Cerrito, CA

Hello families! My name is Tatiana. I have more than 6 years of experience in childcare, and I hold a degree in Education along with a diploma in Educational Management. 👩🏻‍🏫I’ve taught preschool and kindergarten, where I planned lessons, led interactive activities, and supported children’s learning and growth. I also spent two wonderful years as an Au Pair with the same host family, 🩷 worked as a full-time nanny for the past two years, 🥰and have done occasional babysitting through Care.com. I have cared for children of all ages, from infants to 12 years old. I’m creative and love outdoor activities, arts and crafts, and engaging kids in fun, meaningful ways. Families describe me as patient, organized, friendly, and positive. I’m CPR certified and always happy to help with routines, homework, and light household tasks.🫶🏼 I look forward to meeting your family and providing a safe, caring, and fun environment for your little ones!

“Tatiana was wonderful with my 2 year old son and extremely helpful. She showed up on time and played with him the entire time. Would definitely book again ”

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Jessica 1 review
$33 per hour for 1 child

College Educated & Experienced Babysitter Hi, I'm Jessica! I'm a 28-year-old Cal Poly grad with 9+ years of babysitting and nannying experience, including two summers as a full-time nanny. I'm the "fun babysitter who gets things done". Kids get my full attention and energy, and parents come home to a calm, organized house. What I bring to your family: -AP level homework help (math, science, English, etc.) -Activity driven babysitting (screen time is proven to slow down imagination and learning, let’s keep your kids active with playing and activities) -Competitive soccer & tennis background (also I love playing any sport and can help your kid practice) -Meal prep, cooking, organizing, and tidying up! -Drives to activities & appointments -Pet-sitting included -References gladly provided (I just set up my profile so my references will be on my profile soon) I treat every child with kindness, respect, and full attention, creating a safe, supportive environment they'll look forward to.

“Jessica babysat for our two kids (6 and 10 at the time) for about 5 months, and we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. She was fantastic with both of them despite their age gap. She was patient and playful with our younger one, while keeping our 10-year-old engaged and even helping with homework. She kept them active and off screens, which we really appreciated, and always left the house calm and tidy. She’s reliable, trustworthy, and genuinely cares about the kids’ wellbeing. We’d recommend her to any family without hesitation.”

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Luna
Booked by 1 repeat family
4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in El Cerrito, CA

⸻ Dedicated and nurturing nanny with 2+ years of experience as an Au Pair and childcare provider, caring for infants and toddlers. I focus on emotional development, independence, and creating structured, engaging routines. Warm, reliable, and intuitive with children’s needs. Fluent in English and Spanish with a valid driver’s license and clean record.

“Luna was great! She came in last minute to help with our 2 boys (7 and 3) and was confident and sweet!”

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Dior 3 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Dior, and I’m currently a high school senior graduating on June 3rd. Since October, I’ve been working as an Assistant Kindergarten Teacher through an internship where I’ve gained hands-on experience working with children in both small groups and full classroom settings. My responsibilities have included leading classroom activities, helping plan lessons, grading, organizing and creating classroom decorations, and attending field trips with the classes. I have a letter of recommendation I can provide if needed from the teacher I work alongside. Through my ROP Developmental Psychology of Children course, I will also graduate with 6 college credits in Child Development. In addition to my elementary teaching experience, I have experienced babysitting throughout the years, which helped me become patient, responsible, and comfortable caring for children of different ages. I also have experience working with animals through volunteering at the East Bay SPCA caring for dogs and cats. Along with this, I have two years of experience working in the food industry, which strengthened my communication skills, responsibility, and ability to work in fast-paced environments. I’m dependable, caring, organized, and passionate about creating a safe and positive environment for children.

“I am happy to recommend Dior Cooper for any babysitting or childcare position. Dior has worked in my kindergarten classroom during the 2024–2025 school year and has been an incredible asset to our classroom community. Dior confidently helps manage and teach a class of 24 kindergarten students, supports small groups academically, and skillfully redirects behaviors with patience and care. She is especially thoughtful in supporting students socially and emotionally, comforting children when they are upset and helping them work through conflicts with kindness and maturity. Dior has joined us on several field trips, where she safely supervised groups of young students and demonstrated excellent responsibility and judgment. She is reliable, highly communicative, kind, and wonderful with children. I would confidently recommend Dior for any babysitting or childcare position and trust her to provide safe, caring, and engaging support for children.”

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Aslihan
Booked by 1 repeat family
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in El Cerrito, CA

I am a Child Development graduate with over 10 years of hands-on experience working with children. I spent 5 years as a teacher and the past 5 years as a full-time nanny, caring for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I have training in both the Montessori and Reggio Emilia approaches, and I enjoy supporting children’s independence, curiosity, and creativity through child-led, age-appropriate activities. I am a warm, patient, and reliable caregiver who truly values building a strong, trusting relationship with both children and families. I pay close attention to each child’s emotional and developmental needs and believe that children thrive best in a calm, respectful, and nurturing environment. I love incorporating play, outdoor time, hands-on learning, and daily routines that help children feel secure and confident. Clear communication with parents and consistency in care are very important to me.

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

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What types of nannies can I find in El Cerrito?

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