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611 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.
430 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.03/hr

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Donna 5 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in San Francisco, CA

I am a mother of 2 kids ages 10 and 6. I work in education as a special education paraprofessional for over 10 years. I’m among elementary students 5-11 years old everyday. I have very good communication techniques with kids. I’m very knowledgeable of kids needs and wants. I know many strategies when working with elementary school age children. I am able to connect to children. I had a cat for 19 years. She currently lives with my parents because we moved. We recently got a dog as well. I am good with pets as I grew up with a cat. I’m fun, and able to connect with kids. I love board games, card games, building legos, coloring, and doing puzzles. I am CPR certified. I look forward to connecting with you. I’m looking to pick up some jobs on the side for some extra income. I look forward to meeting you!

“Donna helped out on a last minute request after another sitter backed out. She was on time, friendly and easy to work with. We would absolutely work with her again. Thank you, Donna!”

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Juabidun
Booked by 2 repeat families
4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello there! My name is Juabidun, and I have been babysitting for about 10 years now! I have primarily babysat my 3 younger siblings from when they were newborns, but I am also trusted with my cousin’s and aunt’s children. I can change diapers, feed children, and bathe as well (children who are able to stand and are potty-trained). I love being able to talk with children and watch them grow because I can see the next generation of people thriving in front of me. I also love to hear the ideas of young children about what they care about, believe in, and their future hopes. My biggest belief is that when taking care of children, being the most patient version of myself is crucial because these are beings that are still learning and growing. They deserve love, affection, and attention in order to become the best versions of themselves. In addition to these things, I am capable of doing light house-keeping/chores and am open to running small errands as well. I hope that I can be a great candidate in your babysitter hunt :)

“Juabidun was amazing with our 10 month old when he had a fussy evening. We would definitely hire her again!”

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Madison
Booked by 1 repeat family
4 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello, my name is Madison! I just finished my degree from SFSU studying Sound Design and Audio Production. I have an Associate’s Degree in both Communication and Film. I have almost ten years of nannying/ babysitting experience, working with kids from 1 month to 12 years. I have always had a passion for working with kids and have gained all of my experience working with families in LA. I come from a background of working with kids in various artistic fields. I was a dance instructor for ages 3-10 and a teacher’s assistant for a fashion illustration class for ages 7+. I love to incorporate art and creativity whenever I can with the kids! My past jobs have also included prepping meals and snacks, driving to school and activities, tidying up, prepping art projects, and epic dance parties!

“Madison was lovely. Got along so well with our daughter and would highly recommend her.”

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Chloe
Booked by 1 repeat family
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Francisco, 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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Kanokwan
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello! My name is Kwan, and I’m originally from Thailand. I am a professional nanny with over seven years of experience caring for children of all ages, especially infants and toddlers in Bay Area. Working with children is something I truly love. One of the most rewarding parts of my job is watching them grow and develop. I feel grateful to be part of their journey and to support them through each stage of their development 🥰 📍 I am currently based in the Ingleside area of San Francisco. Childcare experience -I have been working with the kids since I was a student teacher and then began babysitter. -2 years experiences teacher in elementary school in Thailand for children ages 5-10 years.( I was graduated from the faculty of education in Thailand. Please let me know if you would like proof certificate) -2 years au pair experiences in the Bay Area I’ve worked primarily with infants and toddlers ages 3months to 4 years. I also liked to work with the kids all ages. -experience in potty training -Preparing food and snacks for the kids. -Making solid food and feeding infants. -Changing diaper. A little bit about me -I’m trust worthy,loving, kind, caring, patient,easy going person, sweet and strong personality. -I was an elementary school teacher in Thailand. -I was to be an aupair in Bay Area for 2 years. -Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification with proof -Infant Qualified -Update to vaccines Flu, Tdap and M.M.R. -Negative for Covid test on February -Open to helping light cleaning, kids laundry -Taking covid very serious, wearing masks and social distance. Activities with the kids I really enjoy to do indoor and outdoor activities with the kids to develop their brain such as art project, taking them to the park, story telling , playing games etc Should you have any questions, feel free to contact me.I would be happy to meeting you and your family. Thank you so much I hope to hear from you soon! Kwan 🙏

“Kwan is a fantastic babysitter! She is a former au pair, so very competent and reliable. She is a genuinely sweet and caring person - my 4 YO loves her. She also help me by cleaning up as she goes along - picks up the toys, puts LO's dishes in the dishwasher, etc.”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.03
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.93
  • 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 Francisco?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in San Francisco is $31.03 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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