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Hi, I’m Paloma! I’ve been taking care of children for over 15 years as a big sister and aunt, looking after kids of all ages, especially toddlers. I love creative play, storytelling, and sharing new languages—I'm fully bilingual in Spanish and enjoy incorporating it into fun activities. I’m committed to creating a nurturing and playful environment where kids feel safe and happy. I don’t drive but am happy to help with anything in the home and can easily work with families with pets.
Hi! My name is Maggie and I’m a college student looking to pick up some part time gigs! I love outdoor activities, music, cooking, and running around!! I have 2 years of paid babysitting experience but have grown up with younger siblings my whole life and really feel comfortable working with kids of any age but prefer working with 2 yrs and up! I have experience in household chores, meal prep, and taking care of pets so whatever needs to be done I am more than happy to help :) I also worked as a tutor in high-school and am very available to help with school work. I’m a big fan of sending picture updates/facetime’s while babysitting so parents know everything is ok; communication is my biggest concern. Thanks for reading, I’m looking forward to meeting you and your family!
Hi parents/families! My name is Kara and I’m searching for occasional or regular part-time opportunities for childcare or pet care in San Francisco. I’m a 23yo grad student at USF and am currently located in outer Sunset, and can reasonably commute to most places in the city. I make my own schedule so I am flexible to work most weekdays or weekends. Though I’m new to this app, I have worked with children of all ages for the past 5 years, ranging 4mo to 12yrs. I was previously a full time nanny to three children and have worked with many families in sf. I am CPR and first aid certified. I’m happy to provide references upon request! I am also a lifelong pet owner and have been caring for dogs/cats my whole life and am open to pet care positions! I would love to meet/work with your family :)
Hey there - I am Kesley, I have more than 6 years of experience in child care, 5 years of experience as a nanny in the Bay Area and San Francisco. I have a lot of driving experience and always drive safe and drive my own car. I have been taking care of a sweet baby girl who’s is going to preschool so I am available in the mornings. I have experience with all ages and I can provide great references. I did graduate with my associates in child development last May. I am really excited to connect and help you with your little ones. On my free time I like the outdoors and spend time with my friends traveling or just hanging out in the area. I am fully vaccinated
“Kesley is truly one of the best babysitters we’ve had! My son is 16mo and every once in a while he’ll start calling her around the house because he really loves spending time with her. Last time she covered a date night for us, he woke up and ran to the living room to look for her to play. Kesley is caring, patient and attentive with our son and we always feel so comfortable leaving knowing he’s in great hands.”
My name is Nadia! I’m a babysitter with experience caring for children ages 2-12. I believe in the importance of listening and talking to children, without talking “down” to them. My warm and communicative approach creates positive experiences for the kids and cooperative care-taking relationships. That’s why when I worked at a summer day-camp for 4-11yo children learning English in my hometown, there was popular demand from children and their parents for me to be on-site every day. I helped ease children’s separation anxiety and made them feel comfortable and confident in an unfamiliar environment. Originally scheduled to work just 4 days over the summer, I ended up as a full-time aide. Some of my favorite activities to do with kids are baking and reading stories. I also have a good track record of getting children involved in simple, age-appropriate chores (e.g., making the bed) in a way that feels fun. I can provide references, including from parents who can attest to my ability to care for multiple kids at once. I also have extensive teaching and tutoring experience, and would be happy to provide homework help: - I have experience tutoring pre-k, elementary school, and high school students in reading, math, and test prep. - I have two years of experience as an instructor at UC Berkeley, and another three years of experience mentoring college students. - I speak English, French, Arabic, and a bit of Spanish. I love to encourage children’s multilingualism and can help with foreign language homework. I’m confident with preparing meals and snacks. I previously was a head chef at a student co-op, where my dinners got rave reviews. I still get recipe requests from former co-opers (especially my hummus recipe!). I’m happy to bring these skills to your children’s snack time. I try to incorporate learning experiences into my caregiving, and I especially enjoy working with families who value curiosity and learning. I was a National Merit Scholar in undergrad, and I recently graduated with my PhD in a social science discipline from UC Berkeley. I have a full time job scheduled to start in 2027. Until then, you can hire a (non-medical) doctor for a discount.
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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