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318 available babysitters in San Bruno, CA

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Brielle
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Bruno, CA

Hello! My name is Brielle and I am offering child care services. I’ve worked in both elementary and summer camp settings the past two years. My responsibilities have included academic support, socio-emotional education, crafts tailored for kiddos, and at-home support.

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Asia
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Bruno, CA

I’m a credentialed middle school science teacher in San Francisco with 4+ years of classroom experience. I’m calm, reliable, and enjoy creating a safe, engaging environment for kids of all ages. I’ve also spent a lot of time caring for my young nephews and supporting family members through end-of-life care, which has deepened my patience and attentiveness. I have a near-perfect driving record and am happy to help with school pickup, homework, and outdoor activities.

Asia has been a wonderful family member and occasional caregiver to my elementary age oldest kid. She also can take on the two younger ones, who are twins of preschool age. She was so sweet and helpful with them when they were infants and is great with kids at the toddler age as well. Asia is organized and good at rolling with kids’ curiosity and playfulness. She is also a thorough communicator and a great partner in babysitting. If you ask her to pay attention to a certain thing or leave you some information about how the day went, she will go above and beyond. She is great at checking her messages and staying in touch, as well. Highly recommend. Five stars. 😉

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Amanda
Booked by 5 repeat families
5 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in San Bruno, CA

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.

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Sarah
Booked by 3 repeat families
5 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in San Bruno, CA

Hi families! I’m a bilingual nanny (English & Spanish) with 5+ years of experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers.I’m passionate about creating a safe, loving, and fun environment where kids can grow, learn, and be themselves. I love reading stories, dancing, playing basketball, listening to music, doing crafts, and spending time outdoors at the park. I’m dependable, creative, and truly enjoy connecting with each child in a unique way. I’m available weekday mornings and all weekends, and I’m happy to help with light housekeeping related to the kids. I’d love the opportunity to support your family! + I’m pet friendly 🫶🏼

Sarah was great with our eight month old! He was immediately comfortable and happy with her

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Nicole Claire
Booked by 3 repeat families
4 reviews
$21 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in San Bruno, CA

Hello! Nice to meet you! My name is Nicole, I am a current college student and offer child care, pet care and housekeeping services. Some skills I have include painting, arts and crafts, playing sports such as basketball and football, martial arts, and dancing. I also provide household services such as cleaning, organizing, laundry, and cooking. I love being a child caretaker and making them smile and having fun with them! I have several years of experience in taking care of children especially preschoolers and the ages of 4-6. I also had experience teaching elementary school children about healthy living and have experience tutoring children. I also have several years of experience taking care of pets such as dogs, rabbits, and birds as a pet owner.

Nicole exceeded all of my expectations. My son can sort of take advantage of new sitters but she did amazing. She jumped right in starting playing with him, helped make dinner so I could get ready, gave my son a bath (which wasn’t a requirement nor did I think he would want one), and got him AND his best friend to bed. Both children under 4. She was communicative the entire time she was at my house. My son woke up in the morning asking where she went because he wanted her to stay. Will definitely be using her again in the future.

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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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How do I find an emergency babysitter in San Bruno?

Sign up for an UrbanSitter account, then share the date, time, and number of children who need care. Available sitters in San Bruno can respond, and you can review full profiles before booking.

How much does an emergency babysitter cost in San Bruno?

Babysitting rates in San Bruno vary by experience, number of children, and job length. For same-day care, offering a higher rate can help attract interest and a faster response. See average babysitting rates in your area.

Are babysitters in San Bruno on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a babysitter in San Bruno for today or tonight?

Yes. Same-day and tonight requests are common on UrbanSitter. Share your care needs and available sitters can respond. You can read reviews, watch profile videos, and choose the right fit.

What's the best way to find a babysitter in San Bruno on short notice?

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