
"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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Hello! My name is Moya and I’m a sophomore in college. I’ve loved caring for kids from ages 2-12 for a couple years now but have been working with elementary aged kids for much longer. My responsibilities have included cooking, cleaning, and light housework while as well as homework help, crafts, and all sorts of imaginative and engaging play. I love dogs and cats alike, and even have a big dog of my own, so caring for your pet as well as your child will be no problem at all. CPR Certified Red Cross Trained Babysitter
Hi! My name is Pamela, and I am currently a student at City College of San Francisco (CCSF) studying Child Development. I am a friendly, bubbly, and caring person who loves working with children, helping families, and creating positive experiences for those around me. I have hands-on experience working with children as a Teacher Aide at a preschool, where I assist with classroom activities, supervise children, support their social and emotional development, and help create a safe, fun, and engaging learning environment. I also have volunteer experience working with children through summer programs, organizing activities such as arts and crafts, cooking projects, games, outdoor adventures, and field trips. Watching children learn, grow, and have fun is something I truly enjoy. In addition to my childcare experience, I have over five years of customer service experience, which has helped me develop strong communication skills, patience, reliability, and the ability to adapt quickly to different situations. I am comfortable interacting with people of all ages and pride myself on being dependable, organized, and trustworthy. I am available to provide childcare services, including babysitting, homework help, playtime activities, meal preparation, bedtime routines, and creating a safe and nurturing environment for children. I understand that every child is unique, and I strive to meet each family's individual needs. I also offer pet care services. As a cat owner myself, I understand the importance of ensuring pets feel comfortable, loved, and cared for while their families are away. Whether it's feeding, playtime, companionship, cleaning litter boxes, walks, or general pet care, I am happy to help keep your furry family members happy and safe. In addition, I provide household services to help busy families manage their daily routines. These services can include light housekeeping, tidying up play areas, organizing, laundry, meal preparation, washing dishes, running errands, and helping maintain a clean and comfortable home environment. My goal is to provide families with peace of mind by being a reliable, caring, and responsible helping hand. Whether you need childcare, pet care, or household assistance, I am committed to creating a positive experience and supporting your family's needs. I look forward to connecting with you and helping however I can!
“Thank you! Pamela is punctual and friendly! Would definitely love to work with Pamela again! :)”
Hello my name is Annette I am a responsible, caring and energetic freshman in college with experience working with children through volunteering, leadership programs and family members since I was 14 years old. I truly enjoy babysitting creating a fun, safe, and engaging space for them. I love doing crafts, building with Legos, baking simple treats together, and playing soccer or other activities to keep kids active. I’m also happy to help with homework and support learning in a patient and encouraging way. I’m also BLS certified (CPR and AED), so you can feel comfortable around prepared hands. I love animals and have had experience with them my whole life from feeding, playing and making sure they feel loved. I am comfortable with all types of animals cats, dogs, birds, small pets and exotic reptiles.
Hi my name is Anna and I’ve been officially caring for children for more than 10 years. I have most of my experience from toddler age to older children but have been caring for infants in recent years. I began watching children early in my teenage years, starting with family and eventually caring for others children. I am currently completing my Associates in Child Development for my professional credential at City College. I enjoy getting the kids outside when the weather is nice so they can play at the parks and soak up the sun. Open to phone interviews to learn more about each other!
Hi! I’m Irati! I’m a 3rd grade teacher and I absolutely love working with kids. I’m originally from Spain and I’m currently living and teaching in California. I’m bilingual in English and Spanish. I have a lot of experience with children in different settings. I’ve worked as a teacher, an au pair, a summer camp counselor, and a lifeguard. I also grew up surrounded by kids and have 10 nieces and nephews (my cousins’ children) who I’ve helped take care of since they were little. They are now between 3 and 16 years old, so I’m very comfortable with different ages and stages! Being a teacher has also taught me to be patient, responsible, organized, and attentive to each child’s individual needs. I’m comfortable helping with homework, reading, crafts, games, outdoor activities, meals, bedtime routines, and keeping kids engaged and having fun. I’m also very used to handling different personalities and situations calmly. I’m a caring and easygoing person, but I also understand the importance of routines, boundaries, and safety. As a former lifeguard, safety has always been especially important to me. My goal is for children to feel comfortable, happy, and cared for while their parents are away. I’d love the opportunity to get to know your family and be someone you can trust and rely on!

As of October 2026
Babysitters on UrbanSitter are background checked every year, with every profile individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
2,486 sitters background checked in San Francisco, CA
5.0 average star rating from total of 29,973 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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