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613 available last-minute babysitters in San Francisco, CA

Families in San Francisco use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
425 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.04/hr

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Karina
Booked by 17 repeat families
37 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 53 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi! I’m Karina. I went to college at UC San Diego and since graduating in 2013 I’ve worked in both preschool and elementary schools. I was a Behavioral Health/Case Manager at two SFUSD elementary schools. Before that, I spent many years as the after school Program Manager at an SFUSD elementary school. I have been babysitting since I was a teen and genuinely enjoy being with kids. Some of my favorite activities with children include arts & crafts, playing board games, imaginative play and reading. In my spare time I enjoy yoga, dancing and taking long walks. I’m interested in occasional babysitting opportunities. Thanks!

“Karina helped us care for an elderly neighbor with dementia for a couple of days while their primary caregiver was unavailable. Across several interactions, from an initial visit to the engagement over a couple of days, Karina was communicative, reliable, and thoughtful. I especially appreciated her detail orientation and caregiving approach. Highly recommend! ”

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Claudia
Booked by 37 repeat families
42 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 68 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello parents! My name is Claudia and I'm from Colombia (A plus if you want a bilingual sitter). I have been working with kids for more than ten years, and enjoy caring for children. I have experience with newborns, toddlers and schoolers. I also have a certificate in first aid and CPR from the American Red Cross. I love pets, specially dogs, and I enjoy having outdoor activities, playing sports (soccer, volleyball, tennis, swimming and gymnastics) but I'm also good doing crafts, art work, table games like chess or planning indoor activities if we have to stay at home. I'm responsible, trustworthy and hardworking. Non Smoker. I have a background and work in science, but I enjoy spending time with kids while babysitting. I am currently living in San Francisco, work as a scientist at Stanford, but enjoy the ocasional babysitting jobs. I also have a California driver license, and a clean record. I can provide strong references too. Looking forward to meet you soon.

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Rebecca
Booked by 6 repeat families
12 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi! I am professional nanny & educator, equipped with over 25 years of extensive experience with in-home childcare & family assistant duties. I’m a fun-loving, responsible, punctual, dependable, trustworthy, conscientious adult who enjoys arts & crafts, singing, reading stories, & creative stimulation. In addition to my years as a professional nanny, I am also a tutor and certified as a substitute teacher. A proud college graduate, with a BA in psychology, including units in both early childhood education/childhood development. I have 6 years of experience in the field with autism spectrum, special needs, and developmentally disabled individuals, as well. *I am a bonafide animal lover, an artist, and appreciate music, dance, and imaginative play. *I believe there are always opportunities for age-appropriate education. *My driving record is clean, and I have decades of experience driving children & teens in San Francisco safely, confidently, and efficiently I'd love the opportunity to interview with you. I'd be happy to speak with you on the phone, in the meantime if you'd like to chat? :) Most of my body of work plus 20+ references have left reviews through the care.com system and they are on my profile for your review. My background check report is also visible for you, as well. Please let me know if you have any further questions about me and my years of experience, looking forward to it! all the best, Rebecca

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Aliantha
Booked by 5 repeat families
10 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 families in San Francisco, CA

🌁 Hi! I’m a native San Franciscan back after twenty years in Hawaii. I began my nannying career in Y2K, and have cared for little ones (newborns- 5 years) since then in San Francisco, Marin, and Maui. 🐣 Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of nurturing children from infancy through adolescence, including my goddaughter, who is aspirationally kind and thoughtful. 🩵 I bring an empathetic, warm, and grounded presence into the home, and always try to grow the giggles! I aim to create a safe, loving environment for children to feel confident, secure, and seen. 🎨 Trained in ballet, hula, acting, and visual arts, I love to encourage imagination and creative self-expression. 💬 With a background in public relations, I’m highly communicative, discreet, organized, and dependable. 🦺 My driver license, vaccination records (COVID x2/ MMR/ Tdap), and background checks (LiveScan, Checkr) are available upon request. ✈️ I'm able to travel with your family (USA Passport/ CLEAR/ TSA Pre-Check), and am available for overnights. 🌸 Please feel free to message me about availability, rates, or anything else; I can usually reply immediately. I look forward to connecting with your family! Aloha! **For the health and safety of all the children and families I work with, I’m unable to care for those actively sick with highly contagious illnesses such as HF&M, RSV, flu, pink eye, COVID, etc. Thank you for understanding.

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Danielle
Booked by 9 repeat families
14 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 15 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi! My name is Danielle and I am currently a medical student at UCSF. I love to cook, bake, and find these two things are most enjoyable when I am hosting friends or serving. I have spent the past two years babysitting for various families through my church occasionally and for different events. I am firm with children while I also try my best to understand what it is like to have big emotions in such a small body. I find babysitting to be so joyous and I learn so much from each toddler, child, pre-teen, and teenager with whom I am privileged to interact. I understand that babysitting is an act of trust from the parents and their children and I do not take it lightly. I work hard to establish relationships with each child I babysit. I do not have any allergies and I have also dog sat for families.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.04
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.94
  • 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 29,829 reviews in San Francisco, CA

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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 do I find a last-minute babysitter in San Francisco?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near San Francisco who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in San Francisco?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in San Francisco is $31.04 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in San Francisco.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from San Francisco families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

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

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in San Francisco 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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