Meet college nannies and sitters from University of San Francisco

Hi, I’m Natalia! I’ve been living in San Francisco for the past eleven years, though I’m originally from Sacramento. I went to USF and graduated in 2018, and I currently work as a Marketing Director in the interior design industry. Childcare has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. As the oldest sibling, I started babysitting my younger brothers and sisters when I was 11, and I also spent 8 years helping out in my mom’s in-home daycare. Since then, I’ve cared for children of all ages—from infants to teenagers—for over 15 years. I also have experience with kids with special needs, along with volunteer work in tutoring and mentoring. When I babysit, I love keeping kids engaged, whether that’s playing games, heading outside for fresh air, reading together, or helping with homework. I’m also happy to cook simple meals and help keep the house tidy. Families say I’m energetic, caring, and attentive, and I truly enjoy spending time with kids and being part of their day.

Hello there, thank you for viewing my profile, I’m Alana, 29 years old, currently living in San Rafael, CA. Below is an update on my recent experience and qualifications. After graduating from USF with a BA degree in psychology I have been working for the last 5 years as a special education teacher, direct support professional and disability advocate on the Mendocino coast. I also have worked as an ESL teacher abroad and have many years of childcare experience and have completed university coursework in early childhood education. I am currently back in school in San Francisco getting licensed in Cosmetology at the Cinta Aveda Institute. I am available to work on the days I am not in classes: Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Looking for weekly or occasional gigs. I am a very active person and love taking hikes and walks in nature. Some of my passions include: yoga, nutrition, cooking, spending time by the ocean, and enjoying time with my family.

Hello! My name is Mary and I'm excited to start working with you. I have a BA in English Lit with a minor in French. After graduating college I spent a year in France teaching English to French high schoolers. Before doing that I was a reading tutor and baby sat for many wonderful families, including families with autistic and ADHD sons. I have also worked as a skills coach for developmentally disabled adults and feel comfortable working with kids of different ability levels. My motto as a caregiver is patients, compassion, and most importantly having fun will make everyone's experience great. I am also a professional baker and pastry cook, and love to cook for kids or with them! I've been living in Portland for about 5 years now and I love this beautiful city and all it has to offer. In my spare time I like to go biking with my boyfriend, go on hikes, sketch (mostly flowers and nature stuff), read, and write poetry. I also love superhero movies, cartoons, and photography. I would love to get a chance to get to know your family.

Hi! I'm Natalie I am a senior in college at the University of San Fransisco majoring in psychology. I am offering services in childcare, pet care, housesitting, cooking, and housekeeping. I love kids and think that their creativity and joy are so wonderful. I love doing things like arts and crafts, cooking and baking, and playing music with kids. I have been babysitting for about 8 years and have babysat kids ranging from 4 months to 12 years but am open to sitting for all ages! I absolutely love animals, and I have 2 dogs and a cat at home. I have had a lot of experience with pet sitting and animal care in general. I Love to cook and bake and have experience cooking for families, grocery shopping, running errands, and cleaning.

Hi there! I'm Brittany- a third generation San Francisco native and USF graduate with a degree in Sociology. Growing up in a big family, I know firsthand how busy life can get, and am always happy to jump in and lend a helping hand wherever I can :) I’ve been working with children for over a decade through childcare, tutoring, and volunteer work. I’m experienced with all ages (infants to preteens), and love engaging with kids through arts & crafts, music, outdoor play, and creative activities. In recent years, I stepped away from UrbanSitter to care for an aging relative, but am excited to connect with more wonderful families. My schedule is fairly flexible, so feel free to reach out- I’d love to hear from you!

Hi families! Seeking a full time nanny position between 30-40 hours a week. I have 12+ of professional experience in e-commerce/digital strategy; and 15+ years of childcare experience. I've cared for children of various ages and bring a calm, attentive, and nurturing presence to every family I work with. I'm especially passionate about supporting child-led play, encouraging independence, and fostering a gentle, respectful environment. I have a clean driving record and excellent references, and I take pride in being dependable, communicative, and warm. If you're looking for a thoughtful and trustworthy caregiver to support your family's rhythm, I'd love to connect!

I'm a registered nurse and my last employment was working with pediatricians in a community clinic. I love spending time with children of all ages. I enjoy teaching children especially art, science, math and Spanish. I love healthy food, long nature walks and swimming. I have experience working with newborn twins, toddlers and middle schoolers. My references are excellent. I have my own car and clean driving record. I will commit to work only one job to limit exposure. I’m trained in infection control and I’m very conscious and careful about Covit. I’m fully vaccinated. I speak fluent German and very good Spanish. I’m an empty nester and not in a relationship, therefore being extremely flexible.

Hello! My name is Livia. I’m a 32-year-old Brazilian childcare provider with over 10 years of experience working with children. My journey started in Brazil volunteering at daycares, church programs, and babysitting for local families. After moving to the USA, I served as an Au Pair for 2 years and have been working as a professional nanny in the Bay Area ever since, including long-term roles with wonderful local families. Currently, I am in a career transition while pursuing my studies, which is why I am focusing on part-time and occasional babysitting jobs. Childcare remains a passion of mine, and I continue to offer reliable, high-quality care to families in the area. I’d love to connect, meet your family, and chat about my background or answer any questions you have about me!

⸻ Hello! I’m Annette — a retired biomedical executive, proud mom of two grown sons, and an active, hands-on grandmother who loves staying busy and helping others. I’m energetic, dependable, and looking for some part-time work to supplement my fixed income while doing something meaningful and enjoyable. My daugther-in-law is a trained daycare giver and gives me great tips when I’m watching my grandsons for extended days. I just completed the AHA First Aid & CPR AED training for adults and pediatrics. My professional background is in marketing communications and branding, and I hold a master’s degree in business. Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of mentoring young professionals and leading teams. I also have experience in medical device sales and have owned my own businesses in public relations as well as clothing thrift and consignment. I adore children and dogs and enjoy helping with the daily routines that keep a household running smoothly — from organizing and scheduling to homework, art projects, music, sports, cooking, and light cleaning. I live locally, have a flexible schedule, and would love the opportunity to lend a hand wherever I’m needed. Warm regards, Annette

From my experience working for SFUSD and an after-school program, it has equipped me with the necessary skills to transition to being a caregiver. I have worked with a range of 1-12 kids at a time in both a formal classroom and casual after-school programming. This diversity of environments has allowed me to adapt especially well to fast-paced environments where problems regularly arise, requiring quick thinking and problem-solving skills. A critical part of this is paying attention to the child and predicting what they need, whether it may be a new activity to do or socioemotional regulation. Working with kids in the classroom has also taught me about what it means to engage and develop working relationships with the kids you help. Engaging with a child about their interests and feelings allows them to feel heard, deepening the bond between you and that child; making even the most disagreeable kids more flexible in their thinking and more honest about how they are truly feeling. In doing so, we are modeling positive behaviors, teaching them how to treat and socialize with others as well as regulate their own emotions. Such lessons are vital as they mature and go out into the world.