Meet college nannies and sitters from University of California Davis

Hello, I’m Alyssa. I am 36, I currently work as a lead 3/4 year old teacher through UCSF. I have over a decade of experience babysitting and nannying through urbansitter and I have 4 years of experience teaching in a preschool classroom. I have a double major in Human Development (BS) and Psychology (AB) from UC Davis. I also possess an Associate of Science degree in Early Childhood Education and 8 Associate of Arts degrees. I have current infant first aid and CPR certification as well as trust line (fingerprinting) certification. My upbringing prepared me for a career in childcare. I was raised the oldest female of thirteen cousins and often helped cook, change diapers, and care for my younger cousins with my grandmother every day after school. Caring for children from a very early age helped equip me with a variety of tools to approach children with patience, creativity, warmth, and kindness that I employ every day when I work with children. While I was in college, I nannied with children 1-on-1 for 7 years and I worked as a library aide for 5 years. In the past I volunteered for 8 years coaching volleyball and basketball to 3rd-8th graders, and volunteered for 2 years as a 1st grade English tutor. I began babysitting when a family from work asked me to help watch their three children. I also have lots of experience watching twins and their sibling simultaneously. You can probably tell from my extensive schooling background that providing quality education is one of my core beliefs. It is vitally important for me to contribute to shaping children’s growing minds in environments that are supportive, constructive, and open to letting children try different approaches to learning where they are allowed to fail and grow from their mistakes. I love encouraging literacy, teaching through songs, scaffolding how to try new things on the playground, creating art projects, and incorporating gross motor activity to stimulate retention in the classroom. Thank you for reading and looking forward to hearing from you soon! I have a 24 hour cancellation policy - I will charge 50% for the cancelled booking with less than 24 hours notice. I have multiple references for cat, dog, reptile, and house sitting. I also have references for doing overnight care & before/after school drop-off.

Hello! I'm Linda — a trained classical singer, Montessori-informed, and 10-year nanny who genuinely loves the kiddos! I love their hilarious personalities, and believe the care and attention we give them early on shapes everything they become. (Most experience with infants and toddlers) SF native now located in North Oakland, I hold a BA from UC Davis alongside child development coursework — and I'm inspired in my work by Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan, who remind me that nurturing a child's full potential through care, structure, and encouragement is everything. My approach is firm but loving: building trust through warmth, calm guidance, and patience — guiding behavior thoughtfully rather than relying heavily on "no." Two of my ten years were spent caring for twins from infancy to toddlerhood, so I'm well practiced at juggling many demands at once! Infant care is where I feel most at home — sleep training, bottle feeding, gas relief, intro to purees & solids, BLW, tummy time, baby milestone developments, fine and large motor skills, administering medicine, and more. I am vaccinated for COVID, TDAP, and MMR, and CPR-certified for children and infants. I thrive in a collaborative nanny-parent partnership built on trust, open communication, and mutual respect — keeping parents connected through regular updates, photos, and texts, and adapting to each family's unique values and rhythms. My primary role is as a nanny, with a strong focus on nurturing each child's development and growth. I am not seeking a combined nanny + housekeeping/mother's helper position — though I'm open to extra non-child related tasks (clearly set & agreed upon) at a higher rate.* I also love incorporating music into childcare and offer beginner voice lessons! In my 20s I worked for a Bay Area nonprofit that I still volunteer with today. Contract agreements required for jobs 4+ wks. 3-hr minimum ($100 base). Same-day cancellations charged in full.

Caring for children and families is something I came to through my own upbringing. Something that showed me a deep appreciation for the importance of emotional support and attunement at every stage of life. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Human Development from UC Davis, and am currently in my third year of a doctoral program in Clinical Psychology. Through my training, I have had the privilege of working alongside children and families, bringing both a developmental understanding and genuine warmth to every interaction My experience with children began early and has continued consistently through both family and community caregiving. These experiences shaped an approach grounded in close observation, thoughtful engagement, and a steady presence. When I am being a caretaker, I am attentive not only to their safety, but to how they think, feel, and make sense of the world around them. I engage with them intentionally, encouraging curiosity, communication, and emotional awareness through everyday interactions rather than formal instruction. My practicum training has deepened my ability to meet children where they are developmentally while providing structure, warmth, and reliability. I approach caregiving as a meaningful responsibility that requires preparation, discernment, and genuine care. I welcome the opportunity to support a family seeking a caregiver who brings both professional training and a quietly thoughtful approach to caretaking.

Hello, my name is Eva and I graduated from Lowell High School in 2024 and I am starting my junior year at UC Davis in the fall. I have been watching my younger brother since I was 12, and have been professionally babysitting for people in my neighborhood and family friends for the past 5 years. I can drive, clean, and cook and feel comfortable running errands or taking the children out. I can help with homework, and enjoy doing art projects or playing board games together. I also have 5 years of professional work experience from San Francisco Recreation and Parks and, more recently, Sunset Mercantile. I have been a part of the team there since September 2022, where I work to set up the outer sunset farmers markets every Sunday, as well as other events. I also have been catsitting for years, and I have 2 adorable cats of my own :) I dog sit and dog walk for my neighbors, so I am comfortable with all pets.

Hello all! My name is Karinna. I'm a responsible, reliable, and optimistic person. I have taken care of my nephew and my niece since they were little babies. I have also had the opportunity to take care of many families' little ones before joining this app. If you'd like to know more about me and/or my experience, do not hesitate to contact me. Have a blessed day! Karinna

Hi—I’m Shannon, a Bay Area household assistant based in Santa Rosa offering dependable home management, childcare and pet care with a calm, solutions ‑oriented approach that helps families feel at ease from the first booking. Experience includes camp leadership and consistent care for multiple families; happy to help with school pick‑ups, simple meals, homework support, and creative play tailored to each age group. A background in Food Science and years in fast‑paced workplaces sharpened organization, safety awareness, and problem‑solving that carry into the home. Comfortable with dogs and cats, and available for as needed and recurring support.

Hello! My name is Nia and I have 15 years babysitting newborns, infants and children. I have professional experience at a daycare for ages 1-4 as well as in my 6th year working through a private babysitting company. I also have experience coaching 6 year old basketball I am also comfortable watching and helping the elderly with basic tasks such as cooking, cleaning around the house and also just providing company. I can keep them quite entertained with my stories. I used to work at the local animal shelter and prior to that was a successful dog walker so I am very comfortable with all animals. I’m very energetic and nurturing so I do really well entertaining my 3 year old perfect nephew when I babysit him weekly.

Hi there! My name is Samwise and I’m a nursing student at Penn, educator, herbalist, and artist looking to support some youth as a babysitter! I have a ton of experience working with youth one-on-one as a sitter and mentor, and I've worked with kids as young as infants, to elementary aged youth to middle and high school. I have worked as a camp counselor, teacher, youth mentor in after school programs and as a private nanny and tutor. I am comfortable helping youth with homework at any level. I love getting creative with youth, doing art, going outside and getting some movement and helping them explore their passions and interests. I am CPR and First Aid Certified (including infant CPR) and have lots of first aid training. I am dependable, communicative, respectful and joyful! Please reach out if you'd like to chat!

Hi parents! My name is Katie and I am a recent UC Davis graduate. I majored in Managerial Economics with a minor in Technology Management. I recently moved to the East Coast. I have 6+ years working with kids from 2-12!

Hi l'm lleen and I'm a recent UC Davis graduate! I have been caring for children for 6 years now as a babysitter and for 23 years as the oldest of three siblings. I love spending time with children and deeply feel that I connect with them really well. Plus, I'm an excellent player at Hide n' Seek! With past families, my duties have included school pickup, driving to extracurriculars, helping with schoolwork, cooking easy meals, light housework, and overnight care. And if they're well behaved, I occasionally treat them to some ice cream! When I'm not in school or babysitting, I love exploring good food places with friends and reading. I'd love the opportunity to get to know you and your family! Seeking only occasional babysitting or one-time jobs!