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306 available last-minute babysitters in San Bruno, CA

Families in San Bruno use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
314 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.13/hr

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Mayra Alejandra
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in San Bruno, CA

Hi! My name is Mayra, I’m a 29-year-old bilingual nanny (English & Spanish) with over 11 years of experience caring for infants and young children. I am Infant Qualified and have extensive experience in early childhood development from 0 to 5 years old, both as a nanny and as a teacher. CPR certified · Fully vaccinated · Good swimmer · Non-smoker Throughout my career, I’ve worked with a wide range of ages—from newborns to preschoolers—and I specialize in early stimulation, age-appropriate activities, and nurturing routines that support emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. I love creating engaging days through music, arts and crafts, sensory play, and creative activities. I incorporate Montessori and Reggio Emilia–inspired approaches into my daily care, encouraging independence, curiosity, respect, and learning through play. I consider myself a patient, loving, and responsible caregiver who truly enjoys building strong, trusting relationships with families.

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Chloe
Booked by 1 repeat family
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Bruno, CA

Hello! My name is Chloe. I do have a day job but it tends to be very flexible, allowing me to have mornings and nights open . I’ve been babysitting for over 5 years now, primarily helping with kids between the ages 4 and 10. Tasks I regularly do while babysitting are cooking, cleaning, taking the kids for some time to play outdoors, take them to and from school, etc. I also used to assistant coach soccer so I don’t mind working with large groups of kids.

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Luz 3 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in San Bruno, CA

Hello families! I’ve been a nanny for six years, I have experience in childcare since I was 18 years old, in my home country and here. I worked with many families in the area and I volunteer with school support in the past, I had 4 dogs and 2 cats myself so I love pets and if you have pets that is great, we will get along too. I’m currently working full time with a family and we have been together almost three years on this journey and they will be happy to share a recommendation for you. My goal is for your kids to have a nice time together as we play and learn safely and for you to trust they’re in good hands, I would love the parents to communicate any particular details, needs, even if it is small, a house rule, about the kids, if it’s important for you I’ll do my best. 🤍 excited to meet you!

“Luz was great, would recommend her!”

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Kate
Booked by 2 repeat families
$45 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Bruno, CA

Hi, my name is Kate and I am a Masters student. I offer child care, senior care, and can help with a variety of household tasks. I’ve taken care of younger siblings and cousins for many years. I went to Dartmouth College where I studied Statistics and Studio Art (painting). I have been a tutor for all subjects from elementary to high school, and have also helped many high schoolers with college essay and test prep. I can cook and have a clean drivers license. I grew up with a German Shepherd and am comfortable with dogs. My hobbies include biking, reading, singing, and painting, all of which I love to do with kids!

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Natalia 3 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in San Bruno, CA

Hello! My name is Nati :) I am an experienced childcare teacher who brings energy, warmth, and imagination to every family I work with. I’m currently a full time preschool teacher— I work primarily with 2’s and 3’s. Thus, I’m thoroughly experienced with multiple children at once!I’m also experienced with infants and older children! I'm a Yale student taking a gap year, which gives me the unique opportunity to dedicate my time to doing what I love most—working with kids! I am very artsy, love to read with kids, and am super-super playful!I believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow. My time at Yale has also taught me the importance of curiosity and critical thinking—qualities I aim to inspire in the kids I work with. My other experience: I grew up in a home with young children and have babysitted since I was 13 years old. I have three years of professional experience working as the Youngest Campers Lead (ages 4-6) at Steve & Kate's Camp (a day camp) during the summer and winter breaks. When I’m not working with children, I love baking, reading, and going on hikes. I’m also CPR and First Aid certified and skilled at managing busy schedules. I love to clean, cook, and play at the same time! I know that managing kids can be a handful, and I'd love to help you in any way I can!

“Very professional! Natalia was so great, she was very prompt, reliable, and caring. I would recommend Natalia to anyone with an infant because she’s very knowledgeable about what to expect according to their age and development (at 9 months of age in my case), and was very optimistic and positive. She was very empathetic and operated exactly according to my needs! ”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in San Bruno, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.13
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $37.03
  • 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 San Bruno?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in San Bruno is $31.13 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in San Bruno.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in San Bruno?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in San Bruno can respond. In most cities, the average response time for urgent requests is under two minutes.

Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

Some parents offer a slightly higher rate for last-minute or same-day requests, but it is not required. On UrbanSitter, rates are set by individual babysitters. You can see each babysitter's hourly rate on their profile before you book.

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