San Francisco 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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Families in San Francisco turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
405 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.19/hr
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Hi! I’m Zoe, 22, and i’m originally from SF! I’ve had multiple babysitting jobs in the past ranging from 1-15 years old. I enjoy spending time with children and am almost always punctual. I am currently a student at SFSU studying psychology.
“Our Kids had a great time with Zoe”
Hi, My name is Regina. I'm a graduate student in San Francisco with 5 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers and children. I'm warm, attentive and experienced supporting with things such as sleep schedules, mealtimes, enrichment activities, and outdoor play. As a preschool teacher, nanny, and in after school care, I have worked with many children and families with a wide range of needs, interests, and have a child/infant CPR and first aid certification. I'm looking forward to connecting with you! Thank you I look forward to connecting with you!
Hello! My name is Linda Bellavia, and I am a Trustlined Nanny, fully COVID-19 vaccinated, a non-smoker, and a pet lover, with lots of experience with infants/toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. I have Trustline Registry, CPR/First Aid, many education units, all immunizations (TDAP, COVID-19, annual flu shot, etc.). I am very warm, positive, caring, and responsible, and am very attentive to all of a child's daily needs. I am also very communicative with both parents and children. I believe in being loving, positive, supportive, patient, nurturing, and flexible, with young children. I enjoy reading stories aloud to little ones, singing cute nursery songs, playing games, doing developmental activities, and taking children to the park, Library Story Hour, Calif. Academy of Sciences, SF Zoo, the Carousel, and much more!
Hi - my name is Sinead and I’m originally from Ireland and have lived in the US for nearly ten years. I am currently a nannying for a sweet 14 month old boy and a 6 month old girl Monday to Thursday. Looking for work every Friday if possible and occasional weekend jobs. I love being a babysitter and have been watching toddlers and kids since I was 15 years of age. I have worked with children from many different ages - infants up to teenagers. I am an auntie for five wonderful nieces and nephews so I understand how busy family life can get. Ive worked in many different industries over the years so I am no stranger to work as a household assistant and can cook, clean and run errands. I also happy to work with families that have animals.
“Completely comfortable with Sinead! Her experience shows, she was prompt and communicated great. My baby loved her! ”
I am an experienced and compassionate Nanny, Postpartum Doula and NCS. I've been caring for newborns, infants and toddlers in San Francisco since 2008, and I truly enjoy my work. My approach is playful, engaged and nurturing; I have a natural ability to build trust and positive rapport with little ones. In addition to English, I can teach Spanish as well as Portuguese basics and ASL Baby Signs. Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid (Heartcode AHA), and Fire Safety certified. Excellent references! Thanks for reading. Please visit my website or look me up on Google to learn more about my doula business: Serenity Night Doula Services in Noe Valley (sf night doula . com)
“This was the second time we booked Jackie and she’s just wonderful. Calm, caring, quick to respond to text messages, and she even did the dishes — which was absolutely not required, but very much appreciated. Thank you!”
As of October 2026
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
2,462 sitters background checked in San Francisco, CA
5.0 average star rating from total of 29,558 reviews in San Francisco, CA
"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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