
"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 I'm Leia, I'm 27 years old, and I'm from San Francisco :)
Hi, my name is Selina, I am a mom/babysitter. I am double vaccinated and all shots are up to date, recent Tdap updated . I drive and I have Trustline certificate, also on HopSkipDrive platform. I drive kids to various activities all the time. I am fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin, read/write/speak, I can help if you want your children to have more exposure to these languages. I had a BS degree in health education and over 14 years of work experiences with SFUSD Gen Ed and SDC/autism focused classes. I have a lot of experience working with kids of all kinds/ages, also PT, OT, Speech experiences. All those years I work, I have become a person with a lot of patience, know how to de-escalated tantrums. Also, I worked with kids in after school hours and tutored kids from AFY/PKS/CAIS. I’m also a mom of 2 kids 8 (G)and 10 (B) yrs old. We often take kids outings like Zoo, Cal Academy, playgrounds to explore. Children’s safety/mental wellness is my top priority! I am very familiar with all the babies routines from changing diapers to potty training, and I know how crazy the house can be! Sometimes, parents just need a break or an extra pair of hands! I’m a non smoker, no drugs and clean driving record, CPR&First Aid trained. I would love to work with your family! Feel free to message me if you have any questions!
“Selina was great - showed up on time, was wonderful with our toddler, good communication and would definitely hire again. ”
Hi! My name is Bella, and I’m a 23-year-old college student with years of experience caring for both children and animals. I work as a veterinary assistant, and also worked at a Boys and Girls club. I truly love helping and caring for others—whether that means keeping kids safe and engaged or making sure pets get the attention and exercise they need. I’m reliable, responsible, and patient, and I take pride in creating a safe and positive environment. I’m available most evenings and early mornings, which is perfect for morning dog walks or helping get children ready for the day. My hourly rate is flexible depending on ages and specific needs. While I don’t have a car, I’m dependable with scheduling and committed to showing up on time. I’d love the opportunity to help care for your family or pets — feel free to reach out with any questions!
“Isabella was amazing with our 15 month old who has major stranger danger! Isabella was able to win over our daughter immediately and our daughter had a great time with her! Isabella is great!”
Hi! My name is Erin and I'm the oldest of three kids and a recent(ish) college grad. I'm offering child care, pet care, and household services. I have experience working with babies and toddlers in a childcare setting, elementary school-age children in a sleep-away camp setting, and high schoolers in a residential dorm setting. I have a compassionate and collaborative approach to conflict resolution that prioritizes sensitivity and empathy to anyone I'm interacting with. I've led children in arts and crafts, games, and intentional conversations, which would translate well into taking children to the playground, on walks, or helping with homework. My pet sitting experience so far as been with cats and dogs (check in visits, feeding, walks, and clean up), but I'm definitely open to working with other pets. For household services, I can cook, clean, do laundry, and lightly organize.
Hello! My name is Catalina, I offer childcare, pet care, and household services. While my first language is Spanish, I am actively learning English to improve my communication skills. I’m currently taking online English classes to become more confident in conversation. I absolutely love being around children of all ages, from infants to toddlers, and I take great joy in seeing them grow and thrive. I am a loving, energetic, and active person, and I enjoy spending time outdoors with kids—whether it’s engaging in fun activities or creative projects that help nurture their imagination. I have extensive experience caring for my cousins and friends’ children, and I also have a strong knowledge of nutrition, which allows me to ensure the overall well-being of the children in my care. I’m highly responsible, always on time, and dependable. I can drive, cook, clean, and run errands as needed.
“We’ve hired Catalina as an extra kids helper for our church’s gatherings multiple times, so we’ve had the opportunity to watch her first-hand with our kids. Catalina is on-time, kind, and responsive. She engages with kids in a naturally warm and helpful way, and communicates well with parents and volunteers, too. We'll definitely hire Catalina again!”

As of October 2026
Babysitters on UrbanSitter are background checked every year, with every profile individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
2,485 sitters background checked in San Francisco, CA
5.0 average star rating from total of 29,963 reviews in San Francisco, 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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