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114 available babysitters in San Mateo, CA

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Patricia 1 review
Burlingame
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Mateo, CA

Hi! My name is Patricia. I am a dedicated and experienced nanny with 8 years of full-time childcare experience. I have cared for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, and I truly enjoy supporting their growth and development in a safe and nurturing environment. I have extensive experience with infants, including bottle feeding, nap routines, diaper changes, and maintaining a consistent schedule. I am also comfortable managing multiple children, helping with homework, and creating engaging, age-appropriate activities. I am reliable, patient, and attentive, and I value building strong, trusting relationships with both children and parents. I have worked long-term with families, which has allowed me to provide stability and continuity of care. I am based in Burlingame and have access to a car, making me flexible and dependable for commuting. I am currently looking for occasional opportunities, especially on weekends.

Patricia was easy to coordinate with, arrived on time and was great with our son. Would definitely recommend.

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Ana Luiza 1 review
Millbrae
$25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Ana Luiza, and I am 19 years old. I am currently at college majoring in Medical Assisting. I have been working with children for a couple of years and currently work at the Boys & Girls Club, where I help supervise children, assist with homework, organize educational and recreational activities, and create a safe, positive environment for kids of different ages. In addition to my current position, I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have extensive experience caring for children, especially newborns, infants, toddlers, and children up to 4 years old. I am comfortable with feeding, diaper changes, nap schedules, playtime, and bedtime routines. I am patient, responsible, caring, and energetic. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and helping them learn, grow, and feel safe. My experience working with families and in childcare settings has taught me the importance of communication, reliability, and creating a fun and nurturing environment for every child. I am fluent in Portuguese and English and also I speak a little bit of Spanish, which allows me to communicate with diverse families and even introduce children to a bilingual environment if desired. I take pride in being dependable, organized, and attentive to each child’s individual needs. I look forward to supporting families and providing loving, high-quality care for their children.

Ana Luiza has looked after my son Anthony since he was just two months old; he loves her. She is very affectionate and caring. She takes excellent care of Anthony—whenever the daycare is closed for holidays, she is always there to look after him. She is trustworthy; you can confidently leave your children in her care, knowing she will look after them exceptionally well.

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Pattara San Mateo
$30 per hour for 1 child

Hi, my name is May. I have over 7 years of experience as a live-in nanny and au pair, caring for children from infants to school age. I truly enjoy supporting kids through every stage of growth — from diapering and potty training to homework help and after-school activities. Over the years, I’ve cared for newborns, toddlers, and school-aged kids (up to 4 at once!) and have helped families with everything from school drop-offs to bedtime routines. I love keeping children engaged with creative play, reading, outdoor activities, and structured routines that make them feel secure. In addition to childcare, I also provide household support including meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, organization, and managing busy family schedules. Safety is always a priority — I’m CPR and First Aid certified, fully vaccinated, and I have a clean driving record. Families describe me as reliable, patient, and caring. I take pride in creating a safe, loving environment where children thrive and parents feel supported.

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Ally
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
San Mateo
$45 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Mateo, CA

Hi my name is Ally! I currently work at a Childcare Center, Monday to Friday, and I have been working with toddlers for six years at my current center. As well as in college I worked with elementary school age children for 4 years. I have a an energetic, fun, bubbly personality. I am great at following children schedules/routines, yet flexible if you need me to anything else. I love working with children and watching them grow!

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Caragh San Mateo
$37 per hour for 1 child

Hello - My name is Caragh. I'm an experienced Nanny/Family Assistant offering warm, caring, and supportive child care along with helping families with daily household management. Mom of 2 boys :) I love children and helping families with their childcare & home needs to keep all running smoothly. I am a long-time resident of San Mateo with extensive knowledge on peninsula and surrounding areas. I have experience with infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age kids (including twins!) for over 10 years. I'm a family team player. I like to work side by side mom/dad/parents to help support the family with kiddos schedules, daily routines, and adhering to any house rules, etc. I'm very flexible, trustworthy, punctual, discrete, caring, and highly skilled at multitasking. I have stellar communication skills(both written & verbal) and always look for two way communication to ensure I'm providing the best care possible to support for my families. I'm tech savvy and experienced with various software, including Google Suite. I also have experience with NDAs. My responsibilities have included getting kiddos ready for school, morning breakfast including preparing hot dishes like french toast, pancakes, scrambled eggs, etc., meal, lunch & snack prep, driving to/from school/activities/sports, appointments/dance/music, etc. Love to craft, imagination play, puzzles, games, tutoring, light laundry(empty dishwasher, kiddo laundry, making kiddo beds, tidying kitchen/play areas), feeding along with evening routines (including baths, stories & putting to bed). No task is too big or small, I’m here to help! I also have experience as a Family/Household assistant. I can oversee daily operations of a home. I'm happy to help with stocking/managing food/household items, and vendor management. Can assist with cooking, baking, light house chores, and managing the family calendar. Helping with cars to shop for service, gas up cars along with extensive experience with hospitality/entertaining, event planning, floral design, travel needs both domestic & international along with running errands/shopping. I have 2 years of experience as a companion to seniors. I can cook, shop, drive to appointments, or do any other needed tasks, as needed. (I love Bingo too!) I am an animal lover and comfortable with most family pets, including but not limited to Cats, Dogs, Birds, Horses, Reptiles & Fish. Can help with walking, feeding, medications. & vet visits.

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What does a babysitter do?

Babysitters supervise children and keep them safe while you're away. Depending on your needs, they may also help with meals, bedtime, homework, light cleanup, school pickup, or activities.

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What's the best way to find a last-minute babysitter in San Mateo?

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in San Mateo?

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 San Mateo?

Yes. Families in San Mateo 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.

Resources

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