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Lauren 4 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Stanford, CA

Hi! I'm Lauren I'm a recent St. Mary's environmental science graduate with seven years of babysitting experience. I've worked as a nanny and taught at summer camps, and find nurturing children's social and emotional growth to be incredibly fulfilling. A few of my favorite activities are baking, reading, arts and crafts, and being outdoors. I have a car and a clean driving record.

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Mariana 3 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child

I’m currently looking for a part-time nanny position starting now. I’m 26 years old and a college student, which gives me a flexible schedule especially during the mornings and summer break, eventually Friday evening and weekends. I naturally connect well with children, especially babies. I’m a peaceful, open-minded, creative, and loving person, and I carry strong values that I love to share through everyday moments. While I don’t plan on doing this job forever, I truly see it as a special chapter in my life. one that I’ll always treasure. I grew up with sitters myself, so stepping into this role feels like a beautiful way to give back. I’m truly grateful for the women who cared for me, they played a big part in shaping who I am today, along with my mom. Because of them, I’ve learned so much, and now I get to pass those lessons on Availability: • Mon-Wed-Thr-Fri (available from early morning to 1:00 pm) • Occasional weekends (available upon discussion) About Me: • Over 6 years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and young children • Experienced with twins and caring for 3+ kids at a time • CPR & First Aid certified through the American Red Cross (infant, child, and adult) • Fluent in English and Spanish • Reliable, patient, and passionate about early childhood development • Comfortable with diapering, feeding routines, sleep schedules, light meal prep, and tidying up after children I love creating a nurturing, playful, and safe space for children to learn and grow. Some of the things I enjoy doing with kids include: • Arts, crafts, and sensory play • Storytime and music • Outdoor walks, park outings, and games, picnic, hikes • Supporting routines and encouraging independence Preferred Work Locations: Redwood City, Menlo Park San Carlos, Belmont, San Mateo, Burlingame, Hillsborough, San Francisco Rate: Starting at $25/hour for one child (open to discussing depending on number of children and responsibilities) If you think I’d be a good fit for your family, I’d love to connect and share more about myself and my experience. References available upon request!

Mariana has been wonderful with our family. She is reliable, communicative, and always checks in to make sure she’s aligned on what needs to be done. She helps with school pickups, homework, showers, dinner, and generally keeping the kids on track in the evenings. She’s proactive, responsible, and great with the kids! We’ve had a great experience with her!

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Lauren
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Stanford, CA

I am currently a PhD graduate student at Stanford University, obtaining my degree in stem cell biology. I am offering services with child care, senior care, pet care, and household services. I have 6 years of experience nannying and raising children 4 years of age and older (both boys and girls), with experience babysitting toddlers aged 2 and up. I love spending time with kids on activities and crafts that they love to do - everything from playing dolls to arts and crafts to playing catch. I can also provide help with homework. I have experience working with children with dyslexia, and working on reading and flashcards to help improve their reading skills. Additionally, I have several years experience providing caregiving to an elderly adult with dementia. I can help with daily tasks, appointments, meal preparation, or just being a companion. I also love animals! I have owned dogs, cats, horses, and every small animal you can think of. I can provide housework and help with organizational tasks - I love organizing! I am CPR and pediatric first aid certified. I’m learning Spanish but still a beginner conversationally.

Lauren is an absolute angel, my kids love her and she has been so gracious and helpful, even in such short notice. She is kind, plays with them both in engaging ways and is and makes them feel good and happy by the end of the day. She even makes great art! My son says he has a great day, and my daughter is absolutely smitten. Thank you so much Lauren for supporting us in our times of need!

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Anusha
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Stanford, CA

Hi! I’m new to this platform, but not to childcare: Compassionate and reliable caregiver with 4+ years of professional cat and dog sitting experience and 3+ years caring for school-age children, plus 2+ years working with toddlers in educational settings. As a passionate undergraduate pre-law student, I bring certified babysitting credentials from Illinois, 6+ years of tutoring experience, and varying levels of fluency in three languages, plus English, to support multilingual families. My patient, attentive nature combined with my educational background allows me to provide exceptional childcare, pet care, homework assistance, meal preparation, and light household services. I believe in creating warm, structured environments where children feel safe to learn and grow, whether through organized activities, creative play, or simply providing caring supervision. Available for flexible scheduling including after-school care, evening babysitting, weekends, holidays, and emergency situations, I'm committed to supporting each family's unique needs with reliability, safety, and genuine care. References available upon request.

Arusha was great. Reliable, perfectly on time, communicates well, interacts with the children and they adored her.

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Molly $26 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Molly, and I’m a current medical student at Stanford. I’m currently offering childcare & household services. I love to work with children and I babysat a lot as a high school & college student! As a medical student I am certified in Basic Life Support, and outside of school I’ve tried to cultivate many hobbies, including reading, exploring, crafting, cooking, and baking. I enjoy the chance to share those joys with children who are just beginning to know and love the world as I care for them. I can cook, clean, run errands, and I’m well-versed in education, as I tutored school-age children for many years alongside my own schooling, and would be happy to help wherever you need help! I am allergic to many pets, but as long as I’m informed prior to the day, I can manage well with antihistamines. Overall, I’m an enthusiastic individual who would be very happy to care for your children when you need!

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Stanford?

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

Yes. Families in Stanford 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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