
"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

Need a sitter on short notice? South San Francisco families find trusted, background checked babysitters on UrbanSitter.
Looking for jobs? Apply here.
Families in South San Francisco use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
385 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.10/hr
All babysitters shown here are background checked every year. Learn more.
I’m originally from Colombia and recently moved to San Francisco from Colorado to continue my education while doing what I truly love—supporting families and caring for children. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education with an emphasis in Physical Education, and over four years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. Before moving to the U.S., I worked as an elementary school teacher, and during the past few years I’ve worked as both an au pair and a nanny, caring for children from 2 months to 16 years old. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, and I believe every child deserves to feel safe, loved, and encouraged to explore the world around them. I enjoy planning creative activities, crafts, outdoor adventures, reading, and helping children learn through play. Families describe me as warm, caring, patient, organized, responsible, and dependable. I naturally take initiative, keep routines running smoothly, and love creating a calm, positive environment where both children and parents feel supported. Beyond childcare, I’m happy to help with light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, organizing, errands, and pet care—whatever helps make your family’s day a little easier.
“We hired Itsa for household help. She was very efficient, punctual and was very good at the chores. She helped with laundry, light cleaning, dishes. On the personal front, she is polite and easy to talk to! We plan on continuing to hire her.”
I have more then 10 years of experience as a nanny, i speak English and Chinese and have excellent communication skills, i am warm, loving, attentive, reliable , punctual, trust-worthy, very tidy and experienced with young kids. i also prepare meals for the kids and help with basic cleaning , baby laundry, dishes, taking out trash, I have always been proactive in terms of activities for kids , from library activities , museums , parks to kids events in the neighborhood , driving to/from school or parks , never been late and always given parents a heads-up when something came up (in rare cases). i have my own car and clean drive record, i am fully vaccinated , infant CPR and FIRST AID certified.
“We had Kelly back a second time so I’m updating my review. She was easy to communicate with, arrived on time, and followed instructions well. She is experienced with kids but also open to feedback which I appreciate. Our baby had some stranger danger, but Kelly stayed calm and worked to sooth him. She read books in Mandarin with my 5-year old and spoke to both kids in Mandarin as we asked. Thank you for your help, Kelly ”
Hello, I'm Jessica, a 34-year-old Brazilian currently studying Respiratory Care. My passion for caring for children began at the age of 16, looking after my cousins. I have extensive experience with infants and toddlers, although I adore children of all ages! On sunny days, I enjoy trips to the park or leisurely walks, and on rainy days, we can engage in creative activities like coloring, painting, or fort building. Outside of childcare, I relish hiking, exploring new destinations, and cherishing moments with friends. I also come with excellent references attesting to my dedication and competence in childcare.
Hi there! I am a full-time 7th grade teacher in San Francisco. I l currently babysit for several regular families, but I have room to add a few more occasional nights! Happy to help out with occasional sitting for date night or evening events. Here is a little more about me: - 14 years of classroom teaching experience; 10+ years of experience babysitting kids of all ages (infant & up) - B.A., English, Providence College - Masters in Education, University of Notre Dame - California Teaching Credential (current) - CPR & First-Aid certified (current) - Background check completed - Own my own vehicle; clean driving record - I am originally from the Chicago area, but I have lived in SF since 2017. I currently reside in the Parkside/Lake Merced neighborhood of SF. - Pets are welcome; no allergies. - I grew up one of six kids (2nd oldest!). - I enjoy hiking, reading, traveling, and arts & crafts. I run the Art Club for Gr 6-8 at my school! I am happy to help with playtime, bedtime routine, light cooking, and anything else you need! Feel free to get in touch with any questions! Mary Beth
“Mary Beth was brilliant with our 11 month old. She arrived on time, jumped right in with his bedtime routine including feeding him a bottle and putting him down to sleep. She was very caring and communicative - will definitely work with her again!”
Hello dear families, I am Noémie, I am a French living in San Francisco. I have extensive experience with children through my work as an au pair and now nanny, and am always ready to make every moment fun, safe and educational. I've looked after children from the age of seven months to 10 years. So I'm very comfortable on this range. The people around me would say that I'm very adaptable, patient and full of energy. And who knows, they might even learn a few words of French ! In addition to looking after your children, I can also do household chores. Some of my skills though references : Personal and Interpersonal Skills • Warm and enthusiastic : Quickly builds strong bonds with children and families. • Trustworthy and dependable : Families feel fully confident leaving their children in her care. • Adaptable : Handles unexpected situations with calm and grace. • Proactive : Takes initiative in planning activities and preparing meals, even with limited resources. Childcare Skills • Creative : Designs age-appropriate games, storytelling, art projects, and indoor adventures. • Supportive of child development : Helps children develop new skills, confidence, and healthy habits. • Patient and attentive : Navigates early childhood challenges with care and compassion. • Positive discipline : Establishes clear boundaries in a respectful, effective way. Cultural and Language Skills • Culturally enriching : Shares French culture (meals, traditions) while embracing American customs (Thanksgiving, festivals). • Language development : Takes English classes at a community college and actively improves her language skills. Organizational and Household Skills • Reliable with daily routines : Seamlessly integrates into family schedules and responsibilities. • Tidy and respectful of space : Always leaves the home as clean, or cleaner, than she found it. • Time management : Creates well-structured, enriching days full of meaningful activities. Let’s connect !
“Noémie was great with our energetic and outgoing 15 month old daughter. She was creative with activity ideas and kept her entertained. Definitely recommend!”

As of October 2026
Babysitters on UrbanSitter are background checked every year, with every profile individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
2,427 sitters background checked in South San Francisco, CA
5.0 average star rating from total of 28,890 reviews in South 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

Submit a request to hear from available sitters.
To sign up with Facebook, we need permission to use your email address.
Sharing your friends list is optional, and allows us to connect you with sitters they book and recommend. Nothing will be shared or posted.

Submit a request to hear from available sitters.
To sign up with Facebook, we need permission to use your email address.
Sharing your friends list is optional, and allows us to connect you with sitters they book and recommend. Nothing will be shared or posted.
In most cities, average response time for last-minute requests is under two minutes.
See which babysitters have been hired by parents at your child's school, preschool, or neighborhood in South San Francisco.
Every babysitter clears an annual background check, offering peace of mind even on short notice.
See parent reviews, repeat families, and average response times to find the right fit fast.
Ideas and strategies for when your plans change and you need a sitter.
See average babysitting rates by city and across the country.
A quick printable card to leave with your sitter in case something unexpected comes up.