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Marielos 4 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Oakland, CA

Patient, bilingual caregiver with 5+ years of childcare experience, including infants under 1, toddlers, and school-age children. I currently work full-time as a Family Ambassador for charter schools in SF and am seeking occasional or part-time babysitting in the evenings and on weekends. I’ve worked with SFUSD, after-school programs, and ABA services, and I’m CPR certified. Families describe me as caring, dependable, and creative. I especially love working with infants under 1, and I enjoy engaging kids through reading, play, and outdoor activities. I’m also happy to help with light housekeeping, tutoring (in any subject and in Spanish), and bedtime routines. Pet-friendly and reliable, I’d love the chance to support your family and provide safe, fun, and enriching care for your little ones.

Marieolos was wonderful and spent all night with my friend's newborn so they could get some rest. She was amazing with the baby. We will definitely use her again!!!

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Rahel 1 review
$40 per hour for 1 child

I’m a caring, dependable, and patient caregiver who genuinely enjoys helping others and creating a safe, positive environment. I have experience caring for children and understand the importance of patience, attentiveness, consistency, and clear communication with families. I’m responsible, organized, trustworthy, and comfortable helping with daily routines, meal preparation, light household tasks, transportation, and keeping children engaged in age-appropriate activities. I also have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and always treat every family with kindness and respect. Safety is very important to me, and I am HIPAA and Bloodborne Pathogens certified. Families can count on me to be reliable, compassionate, and attentive to their individual needs

Rahel is my aunt. I am currently staying with her. She is very caring and clean as well. Her strongest trait is her compassion and how she is very attentive to everyone around her. She is a mother as well and my cousin is very well taken care off in every way. She is also balanced and organized as she is very effective in setting and making sure her son is productive. She is also receptive to suggestions and consistent in her work. I strongly recommend anyone in consideration of her service to not even think twice.

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tatiana 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Oakland, 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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Yinda Tatiana
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Oakland, CA

I am nany with years of experience I speak Spanish and intermediate level of English. I know how to cook and prepare snacks. I know drive car and I have a license. I have cpr certified. I have focused on Montessori education and respectful parenting. My available schedule at the moment is 8:30am to 5:30 pm and then from 7pm to 10pm I am very clear that the most important thing is attention to your children, care and that they have moments of fun. I also understand the independence of some children and that others need a more sensitive caregiver who listens to them and is present in the moment. I am the childcare provider who is involved in play and activities.

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Zaineb 1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Oakland, CA

Hello! I am Zaineb and currently a school based social worker. I am offering child care, pet care as well as household services. Ever since I was young, I have loved caring for children whether it was a sibling, older cousin or friend. I have been an educator in the public school system for the last 6 years working with kids from as little as kindergarten to seniors in high school. I enjoy playing games, doing crafts and most importantly, getting to know kids and their interests and hobbies. As a babysitter in the past, I have been responsible for after-school care, cooking meals and putting kids to bed. I am also happy to help out with household tasks like cooking, cleaning and running errands. I can also pet sit; I grew up caring for my family’s cat and currently live with 2 cats. I don’t have a lot of experience caring for other animals but am willing to learn!

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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 Oakland 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?

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

Nanny agencies in Oakland 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 Oakland, interview candidates, and hire directly.

What types of nannies can I find in Oakland?

On UrbanSitter, you can find full-time, part-time, and live-in nannies in Oakland. 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.

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A written agreement helps you and your nanny align on schedule, pay, duties, and time off before the job begins. Many families in Oakland 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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