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614 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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Vanessa
Booked by 8 repeat families
13 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 19 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello UrbanSitter families! I’m Vanessa, a caring, responsible, and creative caregiver who truly loves working with children. 🇨🇴I’m 23 years old, originally from Colombia, and currently living in San Francisco. I bring a warm, loving, and culturally rich approach to childcare, and I’d be happy to share Spanish language and Latin culture with your family if desired 👩🏻‍⚕️I am also a licensed Physical Therapist (graduated in 2025 in Colombia), with professional experience in outpatient care, hospitals, and working with children with special needs. This background allows me to understand child development, motor skills, and overall well-being at a deeper level. 👩🏻‍🏫In addition, I have a background in education (pedagogy focus in high school), where I completed a full year of social service working with preschool children (ages 4–5) and also managed large groups of children between ages 10–12 👩🏻‍🍼Currently, I care for a 4-year-old girl on a daily basis, where I: • Prepare her meals and snacks • Help with her daily routine (getting ready, hygiene, bedtime) • Safely drop off and pick up from school • Plan engaging activities like arts & crafts, games, and outdoor play • Support her emotional needs with patience and kindness • Encourage learning through play and creativity • Ensure her safety and well-being at all times Additional information about me: • Native Spanish speaker & fluent in English (I can teach Spanish) 🗣️ • CPR & First Aid certified (healthcare background) 🏥 • Fully vaccinated 😷 • Strong swimmer 🏊 • Non-smoker 🚭 • Pet-friendly 🐾 I bring strong experience, professionalism, and genuine care to every family. I learn quickly, adapt easily, and truly value building trust with both parents and children. I would love the opportunity to support your family and provide safe, loving, and reliable care.

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Muriel
Booked by 11 repeat families
14 reviews
$45 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 32 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello, I am seeking a part-time nanny position with over 10years of experience caring for newborns and school-aged children. My expertise includes engaging their age-appropriate activities such as playing games, reading books, crafting, and exploring outdoors while ensuring their safety well being. I have successfully completed child development courses during my college tenure, which has equipped me with valuable knowledge on supporting young minds to grow holistically through playful learning experiences tailored to each individual's needs & preferences. Aside from that, my CPR/AED certification protects against unforeseen circumstances under my supervision. In addition, I am a highly punctual, hardworking, trustworthy caregiver who takes pride in putting extra effort into maintaining cleanliness and an organized environment, including tidying up after little ones finish enjoying themselves by picking up scattered around different areas within the designated workspace. I can help with light housekeeping, cooking, picking up the kids from school and laundry. I am looking forward to hearing from mommies & daddies!

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Alkida
Booked by 10 repeat families
18 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 20 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi this is Kiki, I’m looking for occasional jobs as I have some free time! I’m a teacher during the day and looking for occasional jobs when I’m off. Happy to take care of your child/ children.

“Kiki was truly fantastic with my children (aged 4 and 1). The little ones loved spending the evening with Kiki, and everything was wonderful. they even went to bed on time and slept thru the night! Kiki è stata davvero fantastica con i miei bambini (di 4 e 1 anno). I piccoli hanno adorato trascorrere la serata con lei ed è andato tutto a meraviglia; sono persino andati a letto in orario e hanno dormito tutta la notte!”

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Angela
Booked by 61 repeat families
102 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 163 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi, I’m Angela (or Gigi for short)! I have a background in Early Child Development / Studio Art / Museum Studies. I’m currently pursuing my masters program in Museum Studies. I’m fully vaccinated, extra boosted with all recent TDAP, MMR, TB and flu shots, Infant CPR and First Aid certified. I’m punctual, professional, trustworthy, respectful, responsible, organized, caring, nurturing, energetic, engaging, creative, and fun! I have taken care of newborns (5 weeks is the youngest) to tweens for the last seven years in SF, but a total of 10+ years experience in childcare. I really love being able to be creative while interacting, engaging, and getting to know every child’s own personality without screen time. ***Due to inflation and cost of living in the city, my rates have been updated, but can be negotiated with the right family so if I sound like a great fit for your family, please don’t hesitate message and say hi! :)

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Suwimon
Booked by 8 repeat families
15 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 16 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi Families! My name is Suwimon but just call me Paan. I’m currently full-time nanny, looking for extra hours on Fridays and Weekends, some occasionally evening or date night babysitting. I’m a warm, reliable, and caring nanny with 15-year experiences working with children from newborns to teens (2 weeks-15 years old), twins, multiple taking care of kids. I am also a former Aupair in US for 2 years. My Experiences and Qualifications : - Loving, safe, and engaging care for your children - Keeping children’s areas tidy and organized, doing kids’ laundry - Assistance with daily routines: bathing, dressing, feeding, meal preparation, tummy time, burping, potty training, wake window - Strong focus on child development, milestones, and creating a nurturing environment - Fun and educational activities: singing, reading, arts & crafts, pretending play, park and playground > Pet Lover > Non Smoking > Speak English & Thai > CPR & First Aids certified > Fully vaccinated (Flu, COVID, Tdap) > Valid driver’s license with clean record I am trustworthy, responsible, and fun, while truly loving what I do—helping children grow, learn, and feel cared for. If you’re looking for a dependable nanny who will treat your children as if they were my own, I’d love to connect with you. Please feel free to reach out—I’d be happy to chat and provide references. Thank you so much

“We’ve been working with Paan for several weeks now, and she’s amazing! She came in the first day and knew exactly how to engage our toddler and feed/burp/soothe our infant with very little guidance from us. She has a very warm and bright presence that is wonderful to be around and is a huge part of why our kids love her. When we need a backup nanny she is one of the first people I text. Thank you paan!”

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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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