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Paula
Booked by 71 repeat families
96 reviews
South San Francisco
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 140 families in Montara, CA

Hello families! ¡Hola, Familias! I am Paula (or Pau). I was born and raised in Colombia; I moved to the US in 2014 as an Au Pair (live-in nanny). I worked with two families in two different cities and have remained a nanny ever since. Some of the things I love are music, spending time outdoors, animals, hiking, dancing, swimming, and reading. My experience with kids began when I was 10. I come from a huge family, so I've been around kids my whole life. I am very energetic and creative so I like to come up with different activities age-convenient outside and inside the house, I have worked with kids of all ages including twins, newborns and toddlers; I love to spend time with kids, I like to play with them and teach them new things (like Spanish) and I think that security is the key to proper development for the kids so my primary goal is to make kids feel safe to play and learn and have fun of course! If you have any questions/or you don't see availability in my calendar, please feel free to message me. Hablo español porque soy de Colombia. Si tiene dudas, preguntas o peticiones, por favor no dude en enviarme un mensaje, con mucho gusto le atiendo. Thank you for your interest. ****SITTER POLICY*** - By scheduling a booking with me, you're acknowledging that you've read and will abide by this policy. -PAYMENT: Cash only, please. -AVAILABILITY: Occasional and temporary part-time care. Pet and house sitting. -RATES: My rates are the same whether the child is awake or asleep and the rate per hour depends on the amount of chores and responsibilities I’ll be in charge of. I charge double time for the following holidays: New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Valentine's Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Day after Christmas. CANCELATIONS: I understand that plans change. However, I do recommend a 48-hour notice so I can try to fulfill my calendar with a new booking. BOOKINGS: I charge for the full time I was booked for , regardless if I get dismissed earlier than expected because I plan my time and my budget around my bookings. So please, give me a 48h notice if you need to cancel. Also, if you plan on arriving later than expected, please let me know at least 1 hour before the booking is supposed to end. I'm usually flexible with late arrivals, but sometimes I have more than one booking on the same day, and your late arrival can negatively affect the rest of my day. Thanks for reading! :)

Paula was great! Very calm and a natural caregiver. Our kids want to know when she's coming back....

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Ashley
Booked by 67 repeat families
83 reviews
San Bruno
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 135 families in Montara, CA

Hi Families!! l 🩷✨⭐️looking for occasional weekend gigs as i work full time ⭐️✨🩷 My name is Ashley Garcia, and i have 5 years of professional experience primarily with kids ranging from 4 months - 14 years old. I am a UCSD senior online, majoring in political science! I adore working with new children as they bring so much joy into the world! I babysit, dog/cat sit, housesit and have overall worked with over 150 families in the bay area and SD. I have created wonderful bonds with many children and can’t wait to make new ones! As a teen, I volunteered at boys a girls club, then as a teen outdoor ED, and babysitting my 3 nieces. I have part timed with 5 families, 1 baby, 2 toddlers and 4 elementary school kids! I have learned lots about behavioral health and wellness is children! 💖💖: I am creative and enjoy doing arts and crafts, reading, having mini fashion shows, going to the park, puzzles, magnetiles, hot wheels, legos, board games and fort building! 💖💖 I also love to draw something special for every family so please ask your kids what they would like me to make with them! 🥰🎨✍🏼 Includes: ✨CPR + First Aid Certified ✨clean driving record ! ✨non-smoker ✨errands (additional $5 an hour + gas stipend) ✨ light housework (dishes, kids laundry, and tidying up kids playroom) Thanks for reading! I look forward to hearing from you🥰 **3hr minimum on weekdays, 4hr minimum on weekends**❣️ ** less than 24hr notice, $30 cancellation rate**❣️ Side Note: (HANDYMAN) For my families in the Bay Area, my dad, Eduardo Garcia, is available for side handyman jobs! please contact me with any questions, thank you!

Ashley was timely, professional, warm, and my daughter enjoyed her time under her care. Would hire again!

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Melany
Booked by 9 repeat families
29 reviews
San Bruno
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 46 families in Montara, CA

Hi families! My name is Melany, and I’m a CPR & First Aid certified nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages from infants to school-aged kids. Working with children has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I truly enjoy helping little ones learn, feel safe, and have fun. Parents describe me as warm, patient, and very responsible. I always arrive on time, communicate clearly, and care for every child as if they were my own family. I’m also an international psychology student, which helps me understand child behavior, emotional development, and how to support kids with gentle, positive guidance. What I offer: • CPR & First Aid certified • 10+ years of childcare experience • Calm, nurturing personality • Strong communication and reliability • Experience with bedtime routines and creative play • Comfortable with pets (I love animals!) I would love to support your family and create a safe, fun environment where your child feels happy and cared for. Looking forward to meeting you!

Melany was so great! She is reliable, professional and takes wonderful care of our toddler.

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Maria
Booked by 206 repeat families
247 reviews
Burlingame
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 408 families in Montara, CA

**Not available from Jan 17- Feb 7, 2026** Please make sure to read before booking: Hello, My name is Maria and I'm 70 years old. Yes, I understand than that's older than most nannies on here but I'm still very active and I love kids. I've been babysitting since I was young, being that I'm the oldest of seven siblings. Most of them see me as a mother figure now. I have my own kids, or should I say adults now, who are 34 and 32 years old. So I pretty much know how to raise children. I have nannied for couple families (ages ranging from 4-14), my longest being seven years with the same family. I pretty much became part of their family. I would cook, clean, watch the dog, drive her to activities, drop her off and pick her up from school, etc. I've also nannied triplets, so I'm pretty comfortable with that too. I have a great driving record and a safe, reliable Prius C. * Because I am older now, I prefer jobs that do not include driving children* Although my english isn't that great, please have patience with me, I understand it perfectly. I'm also fluent in Spanish. The past couple years, I've been a caregiver for an older couple but I have decided I want to go back to nanning. I like having an impact on kids when they're young. I'm looking for occasional jobs right now. I look forward to meeting you and your child/children.

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Warda
Booked by 18 repeat families
33 reviews
Daly City
$42 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 50 families in Montara, CA

Hello, I have recently moved to San Francisco. I was a nanny in San Diego for many years while I loved there and am currently looking to find a weekend position so I can continue my passion. Please note I do ask for a 4 hour minimum for a one-time job and an added $50/per day for holidays.

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

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