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430 available last-minute babysitters in South San Francisco, CA

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385 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.10/hr

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Juliette
Booked by 12 repeat families
29 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 47 families in South San Francisco, CA

Hello Urbansitter parents! I’ve been babysitting children, pet sitting & house sitting for 35+ years, but the last 9yrs here on Urbansitter. I just retired early from my full time job at Kaiser Permanente where I worked for the past 25 years. Prior to that, I worked as a medical assistant for a private Pediatrics office in San Mateo for 5 years. I love kids of any age, enjoy playing games, reading, going to the park, arts & crafts, cooking/baking, doing puzzles or watching a movie with them. I have many years experience with newborns/infants, toddlers, grade school kids & watching multiple kids together. I also drive some of the neighborhood kids where I live, to and from school and their afterschool activities. I have car seats available for toddlers & grade school kids. I have 1 rescue pup, love the outdoors & I have a passion for rescue animals, so I am more than willing to help out with your pets, big or small! Please feel free to contact me with any questions you might have. I try to keep my calendar as updated as possible, but you can always message me to check on the availability you need. I am COVID vaccinated & can supply proof of vaccinations. I am also First Aid, CPR & AED certified as well as fingerprinted & background checked. I look forward to meeting you & your family!

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Rebecca
Booked by 6 repeat families
12 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 families in South 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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Lisbeth
Booked by 23 repeat families
38 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 55 families in South San Francisco, CA

Hi, my name is Lisbeth and I currently live in San Francisco. I offer child care services. I truly enjoy working with children and have over two years of experience caring for kids of all ages, including toddlers and school-aged children. I love creating fun and educational activities, spending quality time with them, and joining in on their favorite games. I’m a patient, responsible, and caring person who enjoys building a positive connection with the families I work with. Spanish is my first language, and I’d be happy to teach your children if you’d like. I also speak English and feel comfortable around pets. I would be very happy to support your family and provide loving, reliable care.

“Lisbeth was lovely! Our son warmed up to her immediately, and she did a great job with his dinner and bedtime routine. We’d love to have her back. ”

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Marianella
Booked by 29 repeat families
62 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 91 families in South San Francisco, CA

Response will be in 1 hour thanks I am available for part time mornings Min-Fri as a family I’ve been with for a year in the mornings has received a career opportunity in Europe. They will give me a as a family I’ve been with for a year in the mornings has received a career opportunity in Europe. They will give me an excellent reference, of course. I look forward to meeting you all, thank you! Extensive experience as a nanny ( 13 years not all of my experience is listed on here, excellent references) Educator / Scholar ( currently attending) Parent (2 college kids) Currently holding all five star reviews from past and present clients through this platform. As a nanny I’m passionate about helping parents build up great kids. I’m currently taking online classes and will continue toward completion of my degree in Early Childhood Development and Psychology. I homeschooled both of my children until 1st grade ( both in college) Homeschooling is about planning, strategy and creativity. I consider myself a career nanny. In the last five years, I have regained experience in newborn , infants and toddlers ( this includes working with siblings and nanny share as well ) my calm, nurturing manner is reassuring to babies , children and parents alike. I feel that to be a a great nanny , you must have it in your heart . The character traits of patience, kindness, boundaries, empathy, compassion, calmness, acceptance, positive reinforcement, creativity, playfulness are all part of who I am. I am specialized in the areas of sleep training, routine establishment, developmental play and excellent soothing techniques. I also am very skilled in making baby food from scratch for high nutrition and health. I accept per diem work with toddlers / school age children and focus on teaching them breath work to calm themselves ( if an emotional outburst occurs) It is very common as they have many feelings and don’t always know what words to use to express it , this includes self regulation and choices including Baby Signing which encourages them to communicate well and become verbal communicators earlier. I have many other specialized skills to offer. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking reading, dancing ( with my husband) sports like tennis, swimming, pickle ball, fast walking, and yoga for fitness. I believe that the secret to a happy life comes from having a deeply grateful heart.

“We had a positive experience with Ms Mari. I loved how she cared about safety. She even shared some tips and tricks with me which I loved. She was energetic with our active 1 year old and when he slept she even helped me around the house. I would hire her again! Thanks, Mari! ”

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Kaia
Booked by 28 repeat families
41 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 64 families in South San Francisco, CA

2/27/26 UPDATE: Moving forward I ask that parents respect my cancellation fee of 50% of the cost of the previously agreed upon booking when cancelling a booking with less than 24 hours in advance. If the booking was not made with a set hard end time, I ask that you please accept a fee of $50. Hello! My name is Kaia. I believe it takes a village to raise a child. Being raised by a single parent myself, I am passionate about serving families in my community who need extra childcare support. Queer and trans friendly. While I believe *all* family styles deserve proper childcare, households close to a BART station/commuter friendly are more convenient for me right now.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.10
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $37.01
  • 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 28,890 reviews in South 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 South San Francisco?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near South 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 South San Francisco?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in South San Francisco is $31.10 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in South San Francisco.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from South 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 South San Francisco?

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