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Ilana
Booked by 21 repeat families
23 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 35 families in Orinda, CA

I really enjoy working with kids and being a part of their learning journey and experiences. I also enjoy helping parents and families to make life a little easier! I have more than 7 years of experience taking care of children in their home setting. During the school year I work within San Francisco Public Schools as a mental health therapist with elementary and middle school aged children. Let's set up a time to video chat or have a phone call before the initial babysitting start date, so I can learn more about your family and what you are looking for! I look forward to hearing from you!

Ilana was great. On time and communicative and even on a night where they could just watch movies she mixed in some pauses and games to get the kids moving and not just being tv zombies.

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Natalia
Booked by 186 repeat families
191 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 364 families in Orinda, CA

About Me Hi! I’m a caring, reliable sitter and a proud mom of one adult child. I have experience with children of all ages, including newborns, and I am CPR certified for your peace of mind. With a background in Fine Arts, I love keeping kids engaged through fun, creative, hands-on art projects that encourage imagination and self-expression. I enjoy creating a safe, nurturing, and positive environment where children feel comfortable and happy. Services I Offer: • Newborn and child care (all ages) • Creative arts and crafts activities • Outdoor activities (walks, playground visits, hikes) • Kid-friendly meal preparation • Baby-related household tasks (bottles, tidying play areas, baby laundry) • House sitting and pet sitting I’m dependable, patient, and truly enjoy helping families feel supported. I look forward to connecting with you! Cancellation policy: if cancellation occurs in 72 hours you’ll be charged half of what I’ll be making that day. If cancellation occurs in less then 24 hours full amount will be requested.

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Rakita
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Orinda, CA

Hello! My name is Rakita I have over 25 years of babysitting and nannying experience with ages newborn to 12 yrs. I love to have fun, play games, read and provide excellent care to my families. I love to find out what my children’s interests are and allow them to lead in their play. For the little kiddos - playdoe, music, coloring and/or making toy/lego art. A favorite of mine is making oooblek which is a wonderful goo that toddlers to 3rd graders love to make. I also love to incorporate fun meal prep activities based on a child’s food preference and allergies. So if your child would like, we can make ants on a log (celery, your preferred butter if not peanut and raisins) or we make our own S’morse minus the camp fire☺️ or they help me make cookies and we decorate them, we can also decorate graham crackers if you prefer we don’t use the oven. Looking forward to meeting you! Thank you, Rakita

This was our first time leaving our 18m old twins with someone other than a close friend or family member. We had a family wedding to attend and wanted to feel assured that the girls would be well cared for so we could relax and enjoy ourselves. Rakita's confidence, warmth, and professionalism made me feel confident the girls would handle the experience well. She came equipped with new books and toys to help keep them engaged and got right down to play and interact with them while we finished getting ready. She sent wonderful updates and photos through the evening. Best of all she was gentle and loving getting them both down to sleep for the night. I would highly recommend Rakita. She is open and easy with her love, prompt in responses, and reliable. We were thrilled to have such a wonderful caretaker for our first hiring experience.

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Violet
Booked by 10 repeat families
15 reviews
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 30 families in Orinda, CA

Hi, I’m Violet! I’m a patient, kind, and trustworthy nanny with over 20 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and children of all ages. As a mom of three, I truly understand how important it is for parents to feel confident and comfortable with the person caring for their children. I’m deeply committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment and always prioritize children’s well-being. I’m CPR certified and known for remaining calm and reliable in all situations. I love fostering a peaceful, supportive atmosphere where children feel secure, encouraged, and free to be themselves. From baking and arts and crafts to outdoor adventures and story time, I enjoy planning engaging activities that support learning, creativity, and fun. Each day is an opportunity to help children grow, explore, and feel valued. I would love the opportunity to learn more about your family and discuss how I can be a positive, dependable part of your child’s care. Skills & Qualifications: • Clear and compassionate communication with both children and parents • Strong ability to plan educational and recreational activities • Knowledge of age-appropriate developmental milestones • Calm and effective response in emergency situations • Skilled at maintaining structured routines while remaining flexible

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Cassandra
Booked by 7 repeat families
9 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 13 families in Orinda, CA

Hi! My name is Cassandra 😊 I’m a Registered Behavior Technician with 10+ years of childcare experience. I’ve worked with children of all ages, including children with different needs and challenging behaviors. I also have experience as a teacher’s assistant, so I love creating fun, safe, and supportive environments for kids to learn and grow. I’m patient, caring, reliable, and would love to help your family! 💕 Will provide references upon request

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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's the difference between UrbanSitter and a Orinda nanny agency?

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