Occasional Babysitter
About The Position
A family in the Oakmore neighborhood of Oakland, California, is seeking an occasional babysitter for their 1-year-old son. Care is needed 1–4 times per month for date nights or occasional afternoons when the parents are working. Shifts are a minimum of 3 hours, and there are no guaranteed hours. The position is ongoing and is scheduled to start November 19, 2026. Typical care needs are Friday evenings between 6:30 PM and 10:30 PM and weekends between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM. The upcoming care need listed is Thursday, November 19, between 6:30 PM and 10:30 PM. The family is looking for a warm, reliable, engaging caregiver who speaks English and/or Spanish and can provide attentive care. Responsibilities include engaging the child in age-appropriate play, reading and interacting with him, feeding prepared meals, and helping with his bedtime routine. The home has a friendly, hypoallergenic mini Bernedoodle; no pet care is required. Compensation is $30 per hour.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of paid, professional childcare experience.
- Speak English and/or Spanish.
- Be CPR certified or willing to become certified.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Provide 2 childcare-related professional references.
- Successfully clear a background and social media screening.
- Be comfortable around a friendly, hypoallergenic mini Bernedoodle; no pet care is required.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
