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485 available last-minute babysitters in Daly City, CA

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369 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.10/hr

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Salma
Booked by 27 repeat families
59 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 78 families in Daly City, CA

Hello Families ! My name is Salma, 27 years old and currently work as a credentialed School Psychologist. In my free time, I open my availability to new or returning families for sittings in the evening time (preferably on the weekend or Fridays). A little about me and my experience working with children and families. Simply put— it has always been something I was naturally good at and truly enjoyed doing! I have an extensive background experience working with kids of all ages (infants-high school) and I aim to integrate these experiences to explore what works best for everyone I work with. Spending time, caring for and being a role model for children is truly one of the biggest and most important jobs anyone can take on! Overall, it has taught me how to be patient, loving, fun and an out-going individual. Thank you for your consideration!

“Very professional with an amazing vibe. Reliable, easy to work with, and SF local is a bonus. Highly recommend.”

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Lian
Booked by 4 repeat families
4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 9 families in Daly City, CA

Hi, This is Lian. I’m interested in occasional/part-time babysitting opportunities near West Portal. I love babysitting and I have been babysitting toddlers, infants and school year kids since 2016. My responsibility have included driving/walking to/from school, tutoring and etc. I'm a responsible, caring, fun and patient person who genuinely enjoys spending time with children, and learning from them. I am a dog person usually, but open to switch teams if a cat let me cuddle them. I have also lived in Europe (Vienna), Asia(Chengdu) and East coast(NYC) in the past. I speak Mandarin Currently doing grad school at home :) Thanks !

“So good with the kids and very professional. Nice work!”

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Karen
Booked by 11 repeat families
14 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 28 families in Daly City, CA

My name is Karen Cantu from Mexico,I’m 28 years old. 🌟I have experience working with kids and babysitting for more than 8 years.🌟 I am a Psychologist, I have a degree in Psychology.👩🏻‍💼 I worked during my career doing practices with children in schools observing concepts of their development.👩🏻‍🏫 In my social service I was, as a Psychologist, working with low-income children with Down syndrome, Asperger's syndrome, autism, school deficit, also working with speech and emotional therapy.👩🏻‍🏫 I worked during and before my career in a children's show interpreting disney characters with children of all ages creating dynamics with values, dances and games for 4 years.🦸🏻‍♀️ Also I took care of my little cousins and I babysit new born and toddlers from my neighborhood 💕 I finished my Au pair program on June of 2023 ( the program lasted 2 years) taking care of kids, preparing meals, cleaning their stuff , organizing their rooms and making activities for them. I babysit for different families and I can provide their references. -Spanish native speaker -Advanced English -Advanced swimmer 🏊🏻‍♀️ -First Aid training recibe🚨 -Gymnast 🤸🏻‍♀️ -Excellent driver🚘(I have my california and boston dl) -Fully vaccinated 💉 -Excellent reference’s -No smoking 🚭 -CPR certification

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Itsamary
Booked by 5 repeat families
7 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 families in Daly City, CA

I’m originally from Colombia and recently moved to San Francisco from Colorado to continue my education while doing what I truly love—supporting families and caring for children. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education with an emphasis in Physical Education, and over four years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. Before moving to the U.S., I worked as an elementary school teacher, and during the past few years I’ve worked as both an au pair and a nanny, caring for children from 2 months to 16 years old. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, and I believe every child deserves to feel safe, loved, and encouraged to explore the world around them. I enjoy planning creative activities, crafts, outdoor adventures, reading, and helping children learn through play. Families describe me as warm, caring, patient, organized, responsible, and dependable. I naturally take initiative, keep routines running smoothly, and love creating a calm, positive environment where both children and parents feel supported. Beyond childcare, I’m happy to help with light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, organizing, errands, and pet care—whatever helps make your family’s day a little easier.

“We hired Itsa for household help. She was very efficient, punctual and was very good at the chores. She helped with laundry, light cleaning, dishes. On the personal front, she is polite and easy to talk to! We plan on continuing to hire her.”

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Anne
Booked by 4 repeat families
5 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Daly City, CA

Hello, My name is Anne and I’m a long-time San Francisco resident living in Bernal Heights. I love working with young people of different ages and have a flexible schedule, so I can accommodate a wide range of needs. I’ve raised our own two kids and have worked with other people’s children on and off for over 25 years, as an educator and childcare provider. I’m nurturing, organized, and responsible. Being punctual and staying safe are my top priorities. I also love to have fun and go on outdoor adventures! I’m a positive and energetic person with a passion for languages, healthy food, and good stories. Informal training in theatre and expressive arts informs the creative work I do with children. While traveling and living overseas, I have lovingly gathered a mobile library of fun, interactive books in French and Spanish. When our children were young, I helped run a bilingual (Spanish/English) daycare program. I launched an arts program in our Spanish immersion elementary school, where I assisted in teaching art and literacy for over a decade. In tutoring older children for many years, I focused on English and French language skills, writing, and SAT prep. Other professional endeavors include working in the field of public health. I studied in the USA and in France. I am happy to help your family in any way you need. I have a safe car, excellent driving skills, and a clean driving record. I prefer not to do screen time with kids. I am AHA certified in infant/child/adult CPR and first aid. I am fully vaccinated and boosted against Covid-19 and am up to date on this and other immunizations. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or would like to set up an interview. I have many excellent references, which I'm happy to furnish upon request. I look forward to working with you and your families!!!

“Anne is the absolute best. From the start, it immediately felt like we had a relative coming over to watch our 6 month old son for date night. Anne was punctual, asked all the right questions about bedtime routine, and her communication throughout the night allowed us to enjoy date night worry free! She is clearly a natural with kids. We look forward to having Anne watch our son again soon.”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Daly City, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.10
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $37.05
  • Typical job length: 4.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."

Marie C., parent

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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"

Jenny S., parent

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"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"

Jesse D., parent

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Daly City?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Daly City is $31.10 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Daly City.

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