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392 available babysitters in Menlo Park, CA

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946 available tonight | Avg hourly rate: $30.85/hr

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Danica Marie
Booked by 35 repeat families
34 reviews
Fremont
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 46 families in Menlo Park, CA

🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒Repeat families: DM if my sched is unavailable; I’ll do my best to make it work. 🙋‍♀️Hi! I’m Ms. Dani! 👩🏻‍🏫I am a full-time teacher in a private school in Milpitas with 7 years of experience in child care/childhood education. (Preschool to middle school) 🏠I am from the 🇵🇭 and moved to the 🇺🇸in 2017. I currently reside in Fremont, Ca. 🚭 I live in a non-smoking home, and I’m hoping to work in one as well. 🎓I have a bachelor's Degree in Communication Arts, Early Childhood Education, and Caregiving Certificate. ⛑I hold a valid Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid AED certification. 👶 I do help with whatever the child needs (feeding, light cooking, potty training, tidying, folding clothes). Games, crafts, tutoring, and homework. 🚙 I drive my own car. 💉My household is fully vaccinated and all of my vaccines and tests are updated (Covid, Flu, T-Dap, TB test, etc). 🥰 I treat children as my own and love to make them feel safe with me. Feel free to ask me any questions! If I don’t respond right away, it’s because I am focused on children during work hours. ⌚️I require 3 hours minimum job service to compensate for my commute. 🐈 (feed,litter,etc) 50$ flat 🚍One-way School Pick-up or Drop off: 50$ flat (no car seat) ⌛️Time is very important to me as I have other jobs and a family waiting for me. Please inform me if running late, especially in the evenings, I appreciate tipping to make up for tardiness. 🤧 If your child is sick especially if contagious, please consider cancellation or at least pay appropriately. I could consider caring for a sick child but please do inform me beforehand. I have other children to protect. Thank you for understanding. 🧩 If your child has special needs, it would be helpful to add it to the job description. 💩 I usually carry gloves with me, but it would be nice if you provided them if your child needs diaper changes. 🗓️ Please check my calendar for my availability. 🦄My babysitter/teacher goal: Help children create the fondest childhood memory they could have! 👩‍💻Here is my LinkedIn account if you want to take a look:[removed] (Yes, I was a journalist before I found my love for working with children!) 💰Payment method: I prefer Zelle or cash, but I also accept check or credit card payments through this app Thank you for your interest! 💕❤️💕 Looking forward to caring for and meeting your family.

Kids got along very well with Ms. Dani. She is great and will repeat definitely.

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Helen
Booked by 11 repeat families
11 reviews
San Jose
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 29 families in Menlo Park, CA

Hello! I am Computer Scientist from Sweden, who have raised two boys (now in college) together with my husband. We live in San Joe. I am available to help out families as I know very well how hard it can be to arrange for child care with our busy schedules! I love working with children of all ages. One of my goals is to get my teaching credentials in California so that I can contribute to our public schools in the area.

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Linda
Booked by 200 repeat families
291 reviews
San Francisco
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 409 families in Menlo Park, CA

Hi moms + dads! I'll care for your child/children like they were my own. I love being around kids. My regular day job is financial analyst. It's a little challenging finding FTE job in this market however I'm super-resilient I am hoping to fill up my time working whilst earning extra income about something I enjoy! I grew up babysitting younger cousins. I can also cook + help with house chores + organizing. I'm punctual, very tidy so I'm always cleaning up after children/meals. I'm authentic, energetic, reliable + trustworthy, parents + kids love my company. Non-smoker, I'm committed to providing a safe, nurturing + stimulating environment for your kids to thrive in. CPR/First Aid certified. I speak fluent French + Mandarin (bilingual in Cantonese/English). I can help your kids if they're in the FI/CI programs after school hours. I used to do cat/house sitting for friends. In my spare time I volunteer for SF Ballet, do lots of yoga + dance (Bachata). I can provide excellent references upon request. *INTERVIEW POLICY* For in-person meetings/interviews, a paid hour of time will be requested. *SICK POLICY* If anyone in your household is sick, please let me know before the job begins! I will also do the same! *CANCELLATION POLICY* Please provide 24 hours’ notice for any cancellations. Cancellations with under 24 hours’ notice will be charged for full amount as originally booked. I won’t cancel unless absolutely necessary. I appreciate the same, as last-minute cancellation makes it difficult to schedule my time with other families. Thank you for your understanding!

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Carla
Booked by 28 repeat families
50 reviews
Redwood City
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 58 families in Menlo Park, CA

Hello 👋 My name is Carla, and I’m a proud Redwood City native where I live with my 17-year-old son and our playful kitten. I work full time at Stanford Health Care Monday through Friday, and I have been babysitting for many years to earn extra income while doing something I truly enjoy: spending time with kids. I am mostly available for babysitting after 4:30 PM Monday through Friday (if available) and some Saturdays (afternoon and on) I’m fully COVID-19 vaccinated (since January 2021), get my flu shot every year, and hold current CPR certification. I’m fluent in both English and Spanish, and I bring patience, reliability, and genuine care to every family I work with. What I can help with: • Preparing meals and snacks for children • Organizing fun activities and games • Supervising bathing and dressing • Performing light housekeeping tasks • Driving to activities (with advance notice; if recurrent, I ask that you provide a vehicle or cover gas expenses) A little more about me: Outside of work, I enjoy going to the park, small hikes, drawing and painting, arts and crafts, and watching my favorite childhood movies. I am a huge dog and cat lover. I also go to Orangetheory and love it for keeping me active and energized. My goal is to build trusting relationships with families and create a safe, fun, and supportive environment where kids can be themselves while learning and growing. I look forward to connecting. Please feel free to message me with any questions.

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How much does a babysitter cost in Menlo Park, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.85
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.68
  • Typical job length: 4.4 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of July 2026

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1,269 sitters background checked in Menlo Park, CA

4.9 average star rating from total of 10,300 reviews in Menlo Park, CA

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How much do babysitters cost in Menlo Park, CA?

As of July 2026, the average babysitting rate in Menlo Park, CA is $30.85 per hour for 1 child, and $36.68 per hour for two children. Costs may vary depending on job responsibilities, children's ages, and the babysitter's experience. Try using a babysitting rates calculator as a helpful tool.

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Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every Menlo Park babysitter on UrbanSitter is background checked annually, and each profile is individually reviewed by a trained specialist on our Trust & Safety team. Learn more about what's included in a background check.

What's the best way to find a last-minute babysitter in Menlo Park?

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Menlo Park?

Yes. Families often use UrbanSitter for after school care, including pickup, homework help, tutoring, and early evening coverage. You can filter for babysitters who are willing to drive or have their own car.

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

Yes. Families in Menlo Park 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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