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101 available babysitters in Atherton, CA

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Vitória
Booked by 54 repeat families
64 reviews
Foster City
$38 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 104 families in Atherton, CA

Hi, families! I’m 27 and I have eight years of nanny experience. I’ve worked mostly with infants and toddlers, but I have plenty of experience with children of all ages. I’m reliable, patient, and a strong communicator. I’m currently looking for ocasional babysitting jobs, weekdays I’m available in the evenings and I’m mostly available on weekends - feel free to reach out!

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Bella
Booked by 7 repeat families
7 reviews
Los Altos
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 9 families in Atherton, CA

Hey! My name is Bella, and I am a second-year university student with 5 years of paid childcare experience. A little about me: - I am pursuing my bachelor’s degree in finance - I work part-time at the Palo Alto Hills country club, previously coaching swim lessons but currently assisting in kids events and managing the front desk - I love baking treats and trying new recipes An overview of my experience - I coached swim lessons for 3 years for children ranging from 8 months to 14 years old - I led an afterschool cooking class with 25 elementary aged children solo at low-income schools - I hosted cooking classes and camps for children at Tastebuds Kitchen in Palo Alto for up to 30 young kids at a time - I have been babysitting for the past 5 years for multiple families - I have worked at numerous summer/break camps, most recently with Steve & Kate’s Other things to mention: - I have a reliable car, and am comfortable helping out with driving - I have a clean driving record - I am willing to help with household tasks and prefer to spend my downtime being helpful

Punctual, professional, so sweet and attentive with our children. Thank you!!

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Belen
Booked by 4 repeat families
5 reviews
San Mateo
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 10 families in Atherton, CA

Hi there! My name is Belén and I’m originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina. I’m a fashion designer graduate and I been living here for three year already. I love kids and I’m currently taking care of two girls of 5 and 8. I have experience with kids from 3 months old to 10 years old. I like playing with them, reading books, or do arts and craft. I even teached how to crochet to my kids. I consider myself as an artsy and crafty person and I enjoy sharing that with kids. I’m fluent in english but my native lenguage is spanish. Cheers, Belén (:

Belen is the best. She cares for our two girls (5,3) and they adore her. She plays fun, creative games with the girls. We could not function without her. Belen is the greatest!!

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Nancy
Booked by 1 repeat family
Redwood City
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Atherton, CA

Hi, I’m Nancy! I’m a Bay Area native and a full-time first-grade teacher who truly loves working with kids of all ages. With over five years of classroom experience, many years of babysitting, and a Master’s in Education, I bring patience, creativity, and a nurturing approach to every family I work with. I’m a credentialed public school teacher and have cared for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children—from feedings and nap times to homework help and fun activities. Being bilingual in Spanish and English helps me connect with families from diverse backgrounds, and I’m CPR & First Aid certified so you can feel confident your little ones are safe with me. Families describe me as dependable, warm, and easy to communicate with. Whether you need an extra set of hands during a busy week or a trustworthy sitter for a night out, I’d love to support your family and give your kids a safe, engaging, and fun experience.

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Amina
Booked by 2 repeat families
4 reviews
Los Altos
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in Atherton, CA

Hello! I’m Amina, and I have several years of babysitting experience with kids of all ages. As a caregiver, I would describe myself as nurturing, patient, and kind. Your child’s emotional and physical wellbeing are important to me! You can expect me to be fully engaged with your children. A few activities I might do with them (depending on their age and interests) are reading stories, doing crafts projects, playing board games, making friendship bracelets, or playing with outdoor chalk. My priority is to keep your children happy, healthy, and safe. If you choose to book with me, you can count on me to be dependable and attentive. Thanks for reading and please reach out if you have any questions!

Amina was a fantastic sitter for my 2 boys. She was friendly, caring, compassionate and playful. Highly recommend!

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Atherton?

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Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Atherton?

Yes. Families in Atherton use UrbanSitter for date nights, weekend plans, extended hours, and other scheduling needs. You can review each sitter's availability and experience to find someone who fits your hours.

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