Description
Occasional Babysitter in the Oakmore Neighborhood, Oakland, CA, 94602
A lovely family in the Oakmore neighborhood is seeking an occasional babysitter for their 1-year-old son, starting November 2026. Care is needed 1–4 times per month for date nights or occasional afternoons when the parents are working for a minimum of 3 hour shifts. The family is looking for a warm, reliable, and engaging caregiver who speaks English or Spanish and can provide attentive care for their son.
- Start Date: November 19, 2026
- Length of Position: Ongoing
- Schedule: Intermittent care- no guaranteed hours
- Compensation: $30 per hour
Typical Needs:
- Friday evenings: Anytime between 6:30 PM and 10:30 PM
- Weekends: Between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM
- Minimum of 3-hour shifts
Upcoming Care needs:
- Thursday November 19, between 6:30 PM and 10:30 PM
Responsibilities
- Engage the child in age-appropriate play
- Read books and interact with the child
- Feed the child prepared meals
- Help with the bedtime routine and put the child to bed
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of paid, professional childcare experience
- English and/or Spanish speaker
- CPR certified, or willing to become certified
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Able to provide 2 childcare-related professional references
- Able to successfully clear a background and social media screening
- Comfortable around a friendly, hypoallergenic mini Bernedoodle; no pet care required
Compensation:
This position pays $30 per hour, with occasional care needed 1–4 times per month. There are no guaranteed hours.