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Hello! My name is Wendy. I’m 29 years old and currently looking for a nanny position. I’m open to part-time positions, nanny shares, date nights, and overnight care. 👶🏻 Childcare Experience I have over 5 years of childcare experience caring for children from 3 months to 15 years old. I also have experience caring for twins and children with special needs. ✅ About Me * TrustLine registered * CPR & First Aid certified * Own a reliable car with a clean driving record * Bilingual in Thai and English * Intermediate swimmer — swimming is one of my favorite sports! * Pet & animal lover * Fully vaccinated * Non-smoker 🎨 Activities I Enjoy With Kids I love keeping children active, engaged, and having fun! Some of my favorite activities include: * Arts & crafts * Cooking and baking together * Going to parks, libraries, museums, and other fun places * Outdoor activities and sports * Exploring new places and creating fun experiences together Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. I’d be happy to provide references upon request! Thank you, Wendy
Hi! I’m Mariana — a warm, reliable, and experienced babysitter caring for babies, toddlers, and school-age children. I have 4 years of experience caring for children of different ages, which has made me feel comfortable and confident in this work. Babysitting is something I truly enjoy, and I always strive to give my best. I am energetic, attentive, and committed to providing a positive and engaging environment for every child. I love keeping children engaged with age-appropriate activities like outdoor play, crafts, games, reading, and homework support. With babies, I focus on gentle care, routines, safety, and creating a calm and loving space. I always aim to support each child’s emotional needs while making sure they have a fun and meaningful time with me. I am also available for both hourly babysitting and overnight care, and I take these responsibilities very seriously. Whether you need short-term help, date-night coverage, or overnight support, you can count on me to be present, attentive, and fully committed to your child’s well-being. Parents describe me as patient, responsible, and easy to communicate with. I always respect family rules, routines, and boundaries, and I value open, kind communication with parents. Why families choose me: 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including infants Patient, calm, and nurturing Energetic and committed to giving my best Reliable and safety-focused CPR certified Bilingual (English & Spanish) Available for hourly and overnight care Great at building trust with both kids and parents If you’re looking for someone caring, dependable, and genuinely invested in your child’s well-being, I would love to support your family.
Hi, my name is Toshaleza (pronounced TOE-SHUH-LAY-ZUH) and most people call me Tosha. I was born and raised in California into a huge extended family and having always had a way with babies and small children, I was the kid that happily babysat my younger cousins and family friends for free (until my mom insisted I start charging for my services😄). Professionally, I have worked with children for 28 years (8 as a Montessori preschool teacher and 20 as a nanny). As a nanny I have had the pleasure of working with 4 great families caring for 9 amazing children and 1 really cool dog. I was with the first family for 7 years (the children were 11 y/o, 6 y/o, and 4 1/2 m/o when I started), the second family for 9 months (the children were 2 1/2 y/o and 3 w/o when I started), the third family for 2 years (the child was 2 y/o when I started), and the fourth family for 10 years (the children were 4 y/o, 1 y/o, in utero, and their dog was 6 y/o when I started). I just completed a 3 month temporary engagement as a Mother’s helper with a wonderful family (supporting the mom with their premature newborn twins). So, I am open to short term or long term positions and have worked with children from newborn to teens. I am kind, conscientious, loving, patient, respectful, organized, reliable, observant, communicative, encouraging, consistent, direct, engaging, and playful. I am looking for a part-time (20 - 36 hours per week) nanny position and will be available to start immediately.
“Tosha has been fantastic with our daughter. She brings a balance of real educational background and genuine warmness.”
Hi there! I’m Scout. I’m a reliable, friendly, and creative caregiver with experience working with kids from toddler age through high school. In addition to my day job as a swim instructor in San Francisco, I’ve taught after-school programs, professionally run Dungeons & Dragons campaigns for children ages 9-16 (and casually for family and friends of all ages), and spent most of last year as a live-in caregiver for two children under 10 before the family moved out of town. I bring patience, empathy, and a love of hands-on learning to every job. Always happy to help with homework, organize crafts and games, or help keep things calm and structured during busy moments. Kids tend to feel comfortable and confident around me, and I take pride in creating a fun, supportive environment for them to learn and grow. I love how so often the littlest humans are the most authentic (and, at times, brutally and hilariously honest) of us all. I’m also a life-long cat lover (I grew up with some incredibly beloved kitties back home in NYC, and I currently have a sweet boy who loves spending his evenings switching between my roommates and my rooms for snuggles), and am always happy to help out with kitties. I’m also happy to help out with chores around the house or running errands, as I get that having a few extra tasks off your plate can make a day far less overwhelming. When I’m not working with kids or giving swimming lessons, you can find me planning my next big hike (I recently completed the Appalachian Trail), reading, spending time with my family, or working on a new D&D campaign.
“We absolutely love having Scout care for our kids. They are incredibly energetic, playful, and fully engaged. As a swim instructor, they confidently swim with the kids and actively teach them, which has been amazing for building both skills and confidence. They also jump right into imaginative play—Barbies, LEGOs, and creative games—and love getting outside for hikes and adventures. Our kids adore them, and we always felt they were safe, happy, and having so much fun. We would highly recommend Scout to any family looking for someone active, trustworthy, and genuinely great with kids.”
Hello there! I’m Yelyzaveta, you also can call me Ellie — a trustworthy, experienced caregiver who’s loved working with children since I was 11. My childcare experience began with my nephew (diapers, doctor visits, feeding, baths, bedtime, homework help) and continued after I moved to the U.S. in 2022, when I lived with a family and cared for their 1-year-old and 3-year-old for over a year. My duties included meal preparation , daycare drop-offs and pickups , bathing, educational play, storytime, museum outings, and building routines that made the day calm and fun. I still help their family occasionally. I’m patient and attentive — when a child is upset I give them space, check they feel safe, and help them name and work through their feelings. I bring creativity to play (arts & crafts, building, interactive games), read aloud with enthusiasm, and support early learning and motor skills. I’m also comfortable with light household tasks while children nap, and happy to help with cooking and homework support. Outside of childcare, I work as a café lead. I hold a degree in Food Technology and plan to study something different in college. I speak English, Ukrainian, and Russian. People describe me as organized, responsible, and caring. I’m always more than happy to have a chat or a quick call with potential families so we can discuss details and make sure you feel comfortable before we begin. I’d love the opportunity to support your family and create a safe, fun, and caring environment for your children!
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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