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Time $33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in El Cerrito, CA

Hi! I am a substitute teacher with Oakland Unified School District and love working with kids of all ages. I also like tutoring and am happy to help with any homework. I have been babysitting for 15 years now, but this is my first time joining urbansitter. I have been told that I am kind, funny, enthusiastic, passionate, creative, and loving. I have an up-to-date CA driver's license and love driving as well as running errands and helping with chores around the house. Music, dancing, and the arts are huge parts of my life and I love sharing my creative passions with kids and people of all ages! I also have a lot of experience working with seniors and pets. Please don't hesitate to reach out, I would love to talk and see if I am the right fit :^)

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Larkin $30 per hour for 1 child

Hello- My name is Larkin, I am offering child care and pet care services. I’m CPR and First AID certified. I currently attend CCSF and have a fairly flexible schedule. I’ve been working with kids for about 5 years now. I have watched infants, toddlers, and kids. I love going to the park, nature walk, doing hands-on crafts and many more with them! My responsibilities have included picking up from school, crafts, tutoring, and lessons. I’ve also been taking care of animals ever since I was 12. I grew up with cats all my life! I’ve also had had family members who had dogs. I’ve worked with dogs from all size dogs. Some responsibilities i’ve had was walking ,playing ,cleaning ,feeding and drop ins. I’m executed to meet your furry friends!!

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Michelle 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child

Hi my name is Michelle and I’m currently a student at CSU East Bay wrapping up my 3rd degree. I have a 16 year old son of my own as well as helped my family members care for their own children since I was 14. I have 2 psychology degrees and took a few child development classes during the course. I was also an adult care taker for about 5 years. I’m CPR/BLS certified.

“Michelle is very reliable when providing child care for my twins. She’s really good at being creative at arts and crafts and outdoor play with them. She’s also very helpful with small chores around the house.”

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Liz $25 per hour for 1 child

I am a 34yo Certified Montessori Teacher from ages zero to six, with over 5 years of experience of childcare in the States (4 years as a Montessori lead guide in a Toddler Community ) and over 8 in my home country, Colombia. I am organized, creative and kind. I respect children and their minds, and enjoy being their company and guide while they discover the world through experience and joy. And as a plus, I was born and raised in Colombia, so I speak Spanish fluently!

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Asmayt
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in El Cerrito, CA

I'm the oldest daughter in my family, which meant I started caring for my younger siblings and cousins from an early age, and it's where my love for kids truly began. That experience taught me patience, responsibility, and how to keep things fun even on busy days. I'm an active nature lover, and I bring that passion into how I care for kids. I love finding creative ways to keep children engaged and connected to the outdoors, whether that's reading together in the park, going on nature walks, or planning day camping trips. I believe some of the best learning happens outside. I'm also pet-friendly and comfortable caring for animals alongside children, and I take pride in keeping a clean, organized home environment. Families can count on me to bring warmth, structure, and a genuine love of kids into their household.

“Asmayt was fantastic! She arrived on time, was great with my kids, and they even asked when she was coming back after she left because they were sad for her to leave. I highly recommend her!”

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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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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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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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