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Kanokwan
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello! My name is Kwan, and I’m originally from Thailand. I am a professional nanny with over seven years of experience caring for children of all ages, especially infants and toddlers in Bay Area. Working with children is something I truly love. One of the most rewarding parts of my job is watching them grow and develop. I feel grateful to be part of their journey and to support them through each stage of their development 🥰 📍 I am currently based in the Ingleside area of San Francisco. Childcare experience -I have been working with the kids since I was a student teacher and then began babysitter. -2 years experiences teacher in elementary school in Thailand for children ages 5-10 years.( I was graduated from the faculty of education in Thailand. Please let me know if you would like proof certificate) -2 years au pair experiences in the Bay Area I’ve worked primarily with infants and toddlers ages 3months to 4 years. I also liked to work with the kids all ages. -experience in potty training -Preparing food and snacks for the kids. -Making solid food and feeding infants. -Changing diaper. A little bit about me -I’m trust worthy,loving, kind, caring, patient,easy going person, sweet and strong personality. -I was an elementary school teacher in Thailand. -I was to be an aupair in Bay Area for 2 years. -Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification with proof -Infant Qualified -Update to vaccines Flu, Tdap and M.M.R. -Negative for Covid test on February -Open to helping light cleaning, kids laundry -Taking covid very serious, wearing masks and social distance. Activities with the kids I really enjoy to do indoor and outdoor activities with the kids to develop their brain such as art project, taking them to the park, story telling , playing games etc Should you have any questions, feel free to contact me.I would be happy to meeting you and your family. Thank you so much I hope to hear from you soon! Kwan 🙏

“Kwan is a fantastic babysitter! She is a former au pair, so very competent and reliable. She is a genuinely sweet and caring person - my 4 YO loves her. She also help me by cleaning up as she goes along - picks up the toys, puts LO's dishes in the dishwasher, etc.”

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Nawzaneen
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in San Francisco, CA

I’m a mom of five amazing kids, ranging from elementary school to high school, with years of hands-on experience caring for children through every stage—from newborns and toddlers to teenagers. As a co-parent, I now have more flexibility in my schedule and would love the opportunity to support another family. I genuinely enjoy spending time with kids and miss the baby and toddler years. Whether it’s rocking a baby to sleep, reading stories, building forts, playing outside, helping with homework, preparing simple meals, or keeping bedtime routines on track, I’m happy to jump in wherever I’m needed. Families describe me as patient, dependable, calm, and nurturing. I understand that every child is unique, and I strive to create a safe, loving, and engaging environment where children feel comfortable and parents feel confident leaving them in my care. I know firsthand how important it is to have someone you can trust, and I would treat your children with the same care and attention I give my own. I look forward to meeting your family and becoming someone you can count on.

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June
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in San Francisco, CA

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.

“June is great - communicative, kind, and calm with our two kiddos, who are high energy 2 and 5. She has helped us out a lot over our chaotic end of summer, and we are so grateful to her!”

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Olga 2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Francisco, CA

Hi, I’m Olga, a childcare provider based in the Pacific Heights area. I offer both babysitting and personal assistant services to local families. Over the past three years, I’ve cared for infants, toddlers, and early elementary-aged children. My experience includes preparing meals, feeding, school drop-offs and pick-ups, helping with homework, organizing arts and crafts activities, and engaging children in age-appropriate play. In addition to childcare, I provide personal assistant support, including running errands, organizing schedules and spaces, coordinating travel arrangements, paying bills, and assisting with a variety of household tasks as needed. I am allergic to cats, but I’m comfortable working in homes with dogs.

“We highly recommend Olga. She helped our family as a mother's helper/nanny during a period of time when our second child was a newborn and my husband was returning to work. She primarily cared for our 21 month old toddler for the morning until his afternoon nap. She has a calm, patient, engaging style of care and our son immediately took to her. He looks forward to her arriving every morning. She knew kinds of play to help with his next developmental milestones. And she's able to peacefully coax him into everything he needs to do without much resistance. Having Olga around made the chaotic period of two under two go smoothly.”

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Kerry
Booked by 14 repeat families
24 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 27 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi! My name is Kerry, and I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I’m an energetic & caring 30 year old San Francisco native & have worked in a variety of childcare roles with all ages including babysitter, nanny, and a Montessori assistant. I am currently an education major. I am passionate about kids & do my best to provide my undivided attention to ensure fun, safe, and stimulating interactions. Some of my favorite babysitting activities are playing outside, reading, art, and being silly with our imaginations. Please reach out for more information or to set up a meet! I look forward to hearing from you!

“I highly recommend Kerry. She was communicative before arriving, asked great questions, and my kids felt comfortable with her immediately. It gave me extra peace of mind knowing she has professional experience working with children at schools.”

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

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