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Sophia 3 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Alameda, CA

Hi everyone! My name is Sophia 😊 I’m a Business Management major at University of San Francisco, and currently living in SF. I’ve been working with kids since I was 15 as a home daycare assistant, Kumon tutor (K–12), Boys & Girls Club volunteer, and I work as a server. Because of this, I’m comfortable caring for children from Pre-K through middle school. I’m patient, responsible, and great at keeping kids engaged while making sure they’re safe. I’m also an older sister, so caring for kids comes naturally to me. I’m Filipino and fluent in If you’re interested, please message me for more info. Thank you for considering me ā¤ļø

ā€œSophia did a great job taking care of our children, aged seven and nine. She arrived on time and was friendly and professional. The kids loved her! They played a lot of fun and creative games, and the kids had a blast! She kept them on schedule with dinner and bedtime, and both kids were asleep in bed 30 minutes before their bedtime. Our dog, who is a little scared of strangers, immediately trusted her and stayed by her side until we got home. Sophia also did a great job straightening up and doing little chores around the house. We highly recommend Sophia, and would love her to babysit again ā€

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Kiara
Booked by 1 repeat family
5 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 10 families in Alameda, CA

Hello, I'm Kiara. I used to nanny using urban sitter years ago. I am currently in Nursing school and working on neonatal care. I have a Bachelors in Psychology and Neuroscience. I am also a Certified Phlebotomist. I used to be an ABA therapist. I am BLS certified for adults and children. I’m a kind, patient and fun person. I am responsible and love children. I nannied for years prior to working FT and going back to school. I helped raise my niece and nephew. I got rid of my car a couple of years ago (SF parking fees are too much) so I’m looking for more local jobs. If you have any questions please let me know!

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Isabella
Booked by 2 repeat families
4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Alameda, CA

My name is Isabella. I’m currently a student at USF and an au pair. I’m actively looking for a part time or occasional position. I have 2+ years of experience with kids. I have a permanent part time position babysitting two kids. I’ve worked with kids at a summer camp, leading some of the activities. I’m CPR certified. 🚘 Strong driver ā˜ŗļø Spanish and English šŸ’‰ Fully vaccinated šŸŠā€ā™€ļø Strong swimmer Experience with children of all ages I’m responsible, patient, affectionate, flexible, organized. I love doing different activities with the kids depending on their age. For example, taking them to the zoo, going to playgrounds, playing board games, reading books, going to the beach on a nice day. I also have experience taking care of dogs and cats.

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Paula
Booked by 3 repeat families
4 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in Alameda, CA

Hello families, and thank you for reading. My name is Paula, and I am a calm, organized, and dependable nanny with over nine years of experience caring for children, with a strong focus on infants and toddlers. I have worked with families in both short- and long-term roles and bring a nurturing, consistent, and intentional approach to childcare. I am deeply committed to supporting children’s emotional, physical, and developmental growth and find great fulfillment in guiding them through their early years. My caregiving style incorporates Montessori- and Waldorf-inspired practices, child-led play, and nonviolent communication, always honoring each child’s unique needs and developmental stage. I prioritize minimal phone use during working hours and focus on hands-on, screen-free activities that encourage creativity, curiosity, and independence. I believe in learning through play—getting outside, getting messy, exploring nature, creating art, and allowing children the freedom to discover the world through their senses. In addition to my professional childcare background, I am currently training to become a doula, which has strengthened my knowledge of newborn care, infant development, and family support. I am also taking classes at City College of San Francisco. I am a former au pair on both the East and West Coasts, and I have also nannied in my home country, caring for up to three children at a time. I currently live in San Francisco’s Mission District and am seeking part-time and one-time care opportunities, including occasional babysitting and short-term support. I hold a valid work and travel permit, am CPR and First Aid certified, and am fully vaccinated (COVID, flu, Tdap). I look forward to connecting and supporting your family with care, creativity, and intention. Warmly, Paula

ā€œPaula is an absolute gem. She watched our 18 month old daughter part time for a few weeks leading up to our cross country move. Our daughter immediately took to her and was thrilled to see her anytime she came over! Paula’s calm nature really puts toddlers at ease. We can’t wait to see Paula again when we come to visit SF. ā€

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Alethena $27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Alameda, CA

Hi, I’m Allie! I am from San Francisco and I have been a nanny here for many years. I love working with children of all ages and have worked with children from infants to 11 years old. I am reliable,trustworthy,compassionate and patient. Also I love all dogs and pets so If you have any, it won’t be a problem.Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for your interest!

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"We absolutely LOVE Isa — our family was so fortunate to have found her through UrbanSitter. I'm a first-time mom, and it took me a long time to find a full-time nanny I could trust to care for our sweet infant boy. Our boy connected with her immediately, and we couldn't have asked for anyone else to care for him. Her calming presence was also perfect for parents like us who work from home. We feel so lucky UrbanSitter helped us find someone who has truly become a part of our family."

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"I was so stressed about finding a part-time nanny for my 14-month-old son, who has moderate separation anxiety and hadn't been left with anyone but family before, but we were both immediately at ease in Buhay's presence. Her empathy and commitment to understanding child development are apparent in every interaction I've witnessed between her and my toddler. I feel very lucky to have found her."

Kamilah W., mom of one

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"Erna watched our now 5 year old daughter and 3 year old son for a few years. She is punctual, responsible, honest, and playful. What we appreciated most was that she was thoughtful in ensuring that we had a little break; for example, when the kids were clingy, she was able to divert their attention with games or songs or walks to the park. We felt very comfortable leaving our kids with Erna because of her caring nature and experience that spans a decade (including being a live-in nanny)."

Eric D., dad of two

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