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624 available babysitters in San Francisco, CA

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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Katherin
Booked by 25 repeat families
42 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 65 families in San Francisco, CA

I’m an creative babysitter, I love make art projects with my kids and teach them how to clean up at the end, I enjoy playing with their toys and take them to the playground if the weather permit.

“Katherin was so flexible and patient with us and took great care of our daughter!”

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Hanna
Booked by 19 repeat families
28 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 45 families in San Francisco, CA

A nanny you can trust. More than 10 years of experience. Ending up 2 years with a family of 2 awesome kids, before that I worked for 3 years with a beautiful family with also 2 kids. I am calm, polite, easy going, always flexible, and ready to give my best.

“Hanna was great! She jumped right in with the kids, who loved her, and she provided updates to us after they were down for the night. Would love her to come again!”

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Antje
Booked by 37 repeat families
54 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 64 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi, My name is Antje and I am 39 years old. I have been working as a Full-Time Nanny for the last 20 years. In July of 2005 , I started taking care of two little girls - Kiara was 16 months old and Aria was about 3 months old when I started watching them for 45 hours a week in the East Bay. I worked with them for 3 1/2years and it was wonderful to see them grow up. Seeing them write, read , ride their bikes and just look like little adults now seems magical remembering the times when they weren't even walking or talking. =). In January 2009, I moved from the East Bay to San Francisco. Therefore, I started a Nanny Position in San Francisco. Milo had just turned 5 months when I started watching him full-Time in the beginning of that year. His little cousin Sienna joined us at the beginning of February. She was 2 1/2 months old at that point. Starting then we spent 40 fun hours together every week. When they were about 6 months old, we started introducing them to solid foods that either the moms or I cooked for them. Sienna's mom had a really time-consuming job and hardly ever got to see her. Therefore she quit her job at the end of November meaning that they didn't need a Full-Time Nanny anymore. In January 2010 I started nannying little Oliver. He was born in August 2009 and was about 4 more old when I started working with him. Ollie grew into a smart, fun and energetic little man that started pre-school at the end of 2011 which is when I stopped working for them. After moving to San Diego in 2012, I started working for the most wonderful family in March. Brandon and Jason were 11 and 8 years old and its been such a fun ride to help them grow up. Besides doing homework and staying on track with a busy activity schedule, we loved playing board games, bake or enjoy the outdoors. After moving back to San Francisco in March 2015, I got to be full-time with the sweetest little girl for 5 years! Since March 2020, I have been taking care of the greatest brother/sister duo who were 3 months and 25 months when we started our journey together! After 5 years, the position is transitioning from full time to part time due to both kids being in school till 3. While getting to work with all the sweet babies, I earned my undergraduate degree in criminal justice and economics from Cal State East Bay. I am an energetic, creative and really patient person who values an honest communication and feels incredibly lucky to make a kids childhood that much more magical!

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Marilyn
Booked by 4 repeat families
16 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 16 families in San Francisco, CA

Looking for a new baby to love and sing to; but still available for date night/overnights/weekends. My last baby just started daycare. We were together for almost 2 years. Her development is up to 6 mos. ahead of normal. I miss her tremendously but know I'd love to have another new little person in my life! I prefer 2-3 full time days a week but will discuss other ideas. I have some Early Childhood Education at city college and a bibliography of almost 50 titles about Early Childhood Education. I focus on fun, Learning, music, movement, literacy and outdoor adventures. Resourceful and reliable; I'm willing to pitch in to help families with my renaissance skill sets. I have great references and often continue as needed for the children until they are early teens. Thank you and I look forward to meeting with you!* I have a degree from University of Buffalo in Human Services. Some Early Childhood Education from city college of San Francisco *Please note, I only check my messages in the early morning and not at night when you might want to book for the next day. While I can do occasional gig work, I prefer regular jobs. Thank you!

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Andrea
Booked by 16 repeat families
43 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 48 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi! I have always loved working and engaging with children of all ages. I've been babysitting on and off for kids age 6mo - 12 y/o over the years, including my nephew and friends' children when they need extra backup or simply because I love the 1:1 time with them. I've done sleepover sitting and bedtime routines, school drop off/pick ups, homework help, lots of fun field trip adventures with older kids, creative projects or games at home, etc. I'm comfortable and confident with any aged child. In 2021 I took a professional sabbatical during which time I worked as a substitute teacher with Mission Montessori (for the pure enjoyment of it), working with children 6 months - 3 years old. I have also volunteered as a reading and homework tutor of elementary school-aged children in the past. I'm very good with kids - patient, child-centered and love to make them feel seen and supported emotionally while encouraging their creativity and learning. If you have pets: I’m very comfortable and happy with pets in the home and pet care on a sitting job. Im currently an SPCA dog volunteer so get especially excited about dogs :).

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How much does an emergency babysitter cost in San Francisco, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.19
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.99
  • Typical job length: 4.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 29,558 reviews in San Francisco, CA

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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 Francisco?

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

How much does an emergency babysitter cost in San Francisco?

As of October 2026, babysitting rates in San Francisco average $31.19 per hour for one child, and 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 Francisco on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check, including those in San Francisco, and each profile is individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a babysitter in San Francisco 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 Francisco on short notice?

On UrbanSitter, when an urgent need comes up, share your timing, location, and care needs so available sitters can respond. See tips for finding last-minute child care for additional ways to find support.

What do I do if my babysitter cancels in San Francisco?

Sign into UrbanSitter and submit a new urgent request with your timing, location, and care needs. Available sitters can respond, and you can compare reviews, profile videos, and response times before choosing.

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