Alameda families count on UrbanSitter for same-day emergency child care. In most areas, average response time for urgent needs is under two minutes.
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I'm a career nanny currently looking for weekend opportunities to work with newborns to fulfill requirements for my Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula certifications. I taught elementary school for 3 years prior to being a nanny, and have been a full time nanny for 4 years. I approach child care (and most things in life) with calmness and understanding. I love building relationships with kids and watching them grow. Please reach out if you’d like a few hours of additional support with the newest member of your family!
“It is with both gratitude and sadness that we share this recommendation for Amanda, who has been not just our nanny for the past year and a half, but truly a part of our family. We are relocating, and while we are excited for what’s ahead, leaving Amanda behind is one of the hardest parts of our move. When Amanda first came into our lives, we were coming off of a less-than-ideal experience with another nanny. From the start, she completely changed how we viewed having someone care for our children. Her calm, steady presence and the gentle, loving way she interacts with our kids put us at ease right away. She meets each child where they are and connects with them in a genuine, heartfelt way. Our children bonded with Amanda quickly, and it’s clear how much they love her. She is endlessly creative—whether it’s researching new activities, planning fun outings, or setting up thoughtful crafts, she always brings fresh ideas that are engaging and age-appropriate. She has been such a gift in helping our kids learn, play, and explore the world around them. She’s the one who got our son hooked on books, happily reading with him for hours. One of the things we appreciate most is Amanda’s calm and grounded nature—we have never seen her lose her cool. She is never distracted or on her phone; when she is with our kids, she is fully present and engaged. On a practical level, Amanda is everything you’d hope for in a caregiver: punctual, professional, dependable, and communicative. She always checked in with us and approached everything as a true teammate. We trusted her completely and relied on her every day, which gave us so much peace of mind. It’s impossible to overstate how much we’ll miss Amanda, and we wish she could come with us. Any family lucky enough to work with her will quickly realize just how special she is. While we may be moving, Amanda will always be a part of our lives and our children’s lives—her impact on our family is lasting.”
Hi! I’m Ro, from Argentina. I’m a kindergarten teacher! I’ve been living in San Francisco for almost 2 years taking care of children. I really like and enjoy been around kids! I have a lot of experience with children from 6 months to 5 years old, but I also enjoy to play with older children. My favorite activity to do with the children is to play, build and do many arts and crafts! I have the CPR certificate.
Hi, I’m Theo (: (pronounced Téo). I have worked in childcare and early education for 10 years. My educational background is in Child Development and Youth Mental Heath, currently working as a High School therapist in SFUSD. Teenagers are incredible, but I do cherish the special moments of childhood and caring for little ones as they grow up. I specialize in supporting new parents during the early years, especially with routines, developmental milestones, and play. My approach is a strength based, family-centered practice. I am infant & child CPR certified, good driver with a car / license, and fully vaccinated with recent booster. Due to my profession, I am only available for occasional care.
Hello - My name is Thalia, a preschool teacher (graduate) with extensive experience in ages between 1-15. In Brazil, I worked as a preschool teacher and I also worked as a private tutor for children from bilingual schools. Originally from Brazil, I’m 27 years old and I have been working as a nanny here in San Francisco for +1.5 years and I love what I do! Ps: I have over 10 years of experience working with children in my home country as a nanny and a teacher. I’m kind, flexible, easygoing and very patient and people usually describe me as a calm and very proactive person. In my routine as a nanny I can cook, drive and help with everything related to the children. I also love going for walks, playgrounds and of course, teaching the little ones and helping them in their daily development. I don’t have any allergies and I love animals! I’m pretty much open to work with families that have pets! I speak both English and Portuguese! My English level is advanced and my native language is Portuguese! Want me to teach Portuguese to your kids? Let me know! CPR/FIRST AID CERTIFIED ✅ Any questions are welcome!
“A super attentive and flexible girl. She helped me a lot! Very kind and professional. I highly recommend it.”
Hi there! I'm Kira. I'm excited to meet you! I'm offering childcare and pet care for cats and dogs. I am a bay area native and have a certificate in Early Childhood Education. I was the lead teacher for a before and after school program in the San Mateo Foster City School District for years. Additionally, I have worked as a supervisor for K-6th grade summer camp as well as an assistant teacher in pre-school. I love arts and crafts, reading, being active outside, and making sure your little ones and fur babies are safe and happy. I've had both cats and dogs my whole life an love both! If you are looking for before school assistance, or a reliable sitter for your date night - I am here to help!
“Kira was very fun and our children had a great time!”
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"
Hillary S., parent
"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."
Theresa M., parent
"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"
Lauren D., parent
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