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Reese
Booked by 184 repeat families
264 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 382 families in Larkspur, CA

***Update: Please message me for availability- the calendar on here is rarely updated. Thank you! :-) ************************************************************** Hello! I'm a Bay Area native and I was a childcare provider and nanny for over 10 years in San Francisco before I began my teaching certification program. I really enjoy working with families and still keep in close contact with the last family I worked with. In the past, I've also worked for the Y.M.C.A. as a coach and teacher for children in their camp program. I love doing arts and crafts activities, and going on outside adventures with kids to parks, museums (California Academy of Sciences is a great one!), and libraries. Most of my past jobs working with families were referrals from other families I worked with, so this is my first time using an online site to apply for positions. My certifications are in Special Education EC-12th grade, E.S.L. EC-12th grade, English Language Arts and Reading 7th-12th grade, and General Education EC-6th grade. While working on my credential I completed internship hours in an elementary school classroom working with children on the Autism Spectrum. My experience in the internship was so inspiring that I decided to make Special Education a focus in teaching. I'm taking this semester off from teaching so I’m mostly tutoring, but also available for occasional babysitting. I really enjoy babysitting because it gives me the opportunity to be creative, no matter what age the child is, with play and learning activities. As an Educator, I am passionate about incorporating play into education to make learning accessible for every child. My schedule isn’t usually updated on the app, so please feel free to send me a message inquiring about a date. Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you! Sincerely, Reese

Reese was fantastic with our three-year-old and really came through for us in a pinch. She was prompt, communicative and proactive, he was so happy to see her and had a great time. Would definitely recommend Reese and hire her again!

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Natalya
Booked by 54 repeat families
56 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 118 families in Larkspur, CA

Greetings Families, My name is Natalya! I am a high school teacher with SFUSD who lives in Marin County, and I'm looking forward to spending my summer open-availability helping local families. I have been a trusted caregiver on UrbanSitter since 2014, and over the last decade, I have developed and nurtured wonderful relationships with a wide variety of families. Supporting parents and connecting with children comes naturally to me. My calendar is always kept up to date, but please feel free to message me directly if you have any questions about my availability. If you are looking for friendly, honest, reliable, and professional support for your family, look no further! I look forward to connecting with you.

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Karina
Booked by 101 repeat families
124 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 206 families in Larkspur, CA

My name is Karina, 38. I am Psychologist since December 2009 and I used to work with kids since 2006 when I started helping in a day care as a psychology's student, in my home country. I also babysitting for many families during my student time to pay for it. I am looking for occasional extra jobs as I am already working for two amazing families. I drive my own car, I have a California Drive License and full coverage insurance (I also have 2 car seats and 2 booster seats). Please contact me if you want to no know more about me, my experiences and when I am available. Looking forward to talk to you. Thank you!

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Mája
Booked by 160 repeat families
212 reviews
$45 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 332 families in Larkspur, CA

Dear parents, My name is Maja (pronounced Maya) and I'm originally from the Czech Republic. I just moved to Novato after living in San Francisco for the past 14 years. I'm a driver with a valid California DL and own a car with insurance up to date. I am a caring, responsible, trustworthy, patient, polite, positive, warm-hearted, fun, and outgoing person with a genuine love for working with children. I have experience caring for children of various ages and always strive to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids feel comfortable and supported. I enjoy engaging children in age-appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, reading, outdoor play, and educational games that encourage learning and creativity. I understand the importance of routines and am happy to help with meals, nap times, homework, and light household tasks related to childcare. I am reliable, punctual, and attentive to each child’s individual needs. Parents can trust me to communicate openly, follow instructions carefully, and treat their children with kindness and respect. My goal is to support families by providing dependable care while helping children grow, learn, and feel happy. Fully vaccinated.

Maja watched our very active 19-month-old while our nanny was out and was awesome. She clearly loves kids and our son took to her right away. We would love to work with her again!

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Waldineia
Booked by 1 repeat family
14 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Larkspur, CA

Hello , let me introduce myself. My name is Waldineia. I have two boys of my own, which one of them is 25 years old and the younger who is 15 years old. I used to be a pre-school teacher in my home town in Brasil. I have been living in Marin county for 25 years. Since then, I have been working as a nanyny. I have a lot of experience working with infants ( twins), toddler, and children almost any age. I like to explore nature and do outside activities with them. I always treat the children with respect and caring as they were my own. I’m passionate to being around them. I love watching young minds grow and learn. Looking forward to providing your family care and support.

Wal has been babysitting our 3 kids (ages 6, 4, and 6 months) the past few months - she is always reliable, patient, and very trustworthy. We are so lucky we found her - the kids absolutely love her!

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"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

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"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

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"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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Can I find a babysitter in Larkspur for today or tonight?

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