
"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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Hi, My name is Guadalupe! I enjoy babysitting and have experience taking care of infants, toddlers, kids since I was 16 years old. My responsibilities have included getting kids ready for school, assisting with morning & night routines, reading books, crafting, baking and light house work. I have worked with 6-17 years old for the past 5 years through San Francisco local non-profits and after school programs. I have volunteered at various San Francisco Early Childhood Education Head-start programming for kids ages 3-5 years old for 4 years. I am a proud aunt to twin nieces ❤️ CPR trained and certified! I speak both Spanish and English and am able to practice these languages with your kid(s). A few strong traits that I hold are patience, active listening and energetic. I believe kids should have someone who is willing to understand their needs as well as guidance and have fun while being safe! Looking forward to assisting you in anyway possible. Thank you for your time!
“Wonderful with my kids. Always on time. Sings, plays, reads, and cleans up all while keeping up with our insane schedule to get out of the house every morning. Such a big help!!”
Hi! My name is Kerry, and I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I’m an energetic & caring 30 year old San Francisco native & have worked in a variety of childcare roles with all ages including babysitter, nanny, and a Montessori assistant. I am currently an education major. I am passionate about kids & do my best to provide my undivided attention to ensure fun, safe, and stimulating interactions. Some of my favorite babysitting activities are playing outside, reading, art, and being silly with our imaginations. Please reach out for more information or to set up a meet! I look forward to hearing from you!
“I highly recommend Kerry. She was communicative before arriving, asked great questions, and my kids felt comfortable with her immediately. It gave me extra peace of mind knowing she has professional experience working with children at schools.”
~ Former AU PAIR ~ Hi families! I’m Kacper, 27, originally from Poland. I live in Noe Valley. I’m currently working on my Associate degree in Psychology before transferring to Bachelor in Cognitive Science. Experience: I’ve babysat in Poland, worked as an au pair for twin 4-year-old girls during my first year, and two boys (6 and 9 years old) on second year. I’m easygoing, reliable, and I create a safe and fun environment while also respecting your parenting style. I have a car and I’m okay with driving your kids. I’m happy to share more references from families I’ve worked with on the Bambino app. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions 🙂
“Punctual, friendly and great communication! Thank you Kacper! ”
Hi! My name is Alexis, and I’m a third-year Psychology major at the University of San Francisco. I have a deep passion for working with children, which began when I was twelve years old. With over six years of experience, I’ve cared for kids ranging in age from 9 months to 13 years. I’m comfortable with a wide range of responsibilities, from engaging in creative play and helping with homework to maintaining a safe and supportive environment. I’m CPR certified and trained in AED and First Aid, so safety is always a top priority in my care.
“Alexis was great. My two kiddos had a good time. ”
My name is Momo and I’m a former Au Pair looking for a family that needs a live in nanny. I have experience with toddlers and middle school children. I am comfortable and have experience with dogs and would to learn about more cultures.

As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 31,125 reviews in Oakland, CA

"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

"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

"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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