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46 available this week | Avg weekly rate: $1,249.20/wk

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Joyce
Booked by 1 repeat family
$45 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Forest Knolls, CA

Hi, my name is Joyce, and I'm a dog mom and cat mom. I'm also a daughter of an aging parent, sister, and aunt. I provide babysitting (including for infants and toddlers), nanny, mother's helper, household assistant, senior care, pet care, house sitting, and household services. I've taken care of my niece and nephew from when they were born and throughout their childhoods. I also have experience with infants, toddlers, as well as middle school and high school. I grew up in the same area as my grandparents, and also worked at the senior center in my hometown growing up, so I'm very used to being around seniors. I can cook, drive to appointments, or do other tasks. (I also love board games and hearing people's stories!) I've been in sales and customer-facing roles most of my life, and I love to make people feel at home and comfortable. I'm an empath, so very attuned to people's emotions. I also love conversation and talking about a wide range of topics. As it relates to pet care: I have a cat and a dog currently, and have also had fish, leopard geckos, and hermit crabs as pets, and volunteered in a Biology Lab with many animals, both mammals and reptiles. As it relates to house sitting: I'm experienced in house sitting, including watching pets while house sitting. I can water your plants, take out the trash weekly, and make sure anything else you need is taken care of. If you'd like help cleaning while you're away, I can do that as well. As it relates to household services: I'm experienced in coordinating repairs and vendors, cleaning, cooking, grocery shopping, organization, cleaning, managing vendors, and planning. I can also do personal assistant projects as well.

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Andie $33 per hour for 1 child

Hello, my name is Andie! I am an experienced and passionate childcare worker born and raised in Marin! A little about me- I love learning about naturalism, health/nutrition, and social justice issues. Some of my favorite activities to do in my free time include hiking, photography, and art! As for my experience, I have worked in professional childcare settings (as well as pet care), including volunteering at a local preschool, babysitting, working with child theater camps, and most notably; working over 4 years at an afterschool program (children ages 4-10). Some of my responsibilities at this job involved supervising 50+ children at a time, preparing food, leading games/art activities, planning daily schedules, and most importantly- fostering an uplifting, empowering, and safe environment for all children involved! I absolutely love getting to see each child express their individual light. I have learned so much from them, and that’s why I am so passionate about what I do. I am CPR and AED certified and have taken many safety/behavioral trainings, such as the CalSAC ‘Understanding the Behavior of Youth Training’ and The Redwoods ‘Child Sexual Abuse Prevention’ Training. I am also currently working on receiving my Early Childhood Education credits. I drive, as well as offer household services such as cleaning/organizing, food prep, running errands, and pet care. I am looking for a full-time or part-time longterm position with a family. I have great references that I’m happy to provide upon request.

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Yuyan
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Forest Knolls, CA

Hi! My name is Yuyan and I work as a nanny offering child care, pet care, and household services. I love working with children and have experience caring for kids of different ages. My responsibilities have included playing, helping with routines, meals, school-related activities, and creating a safe and nurturing environment. I also have experience caring for dogs and cats and feel very comfortable helping families with their pets as part of my daily responsibilities. In addition, I can help with light housekeeping, organizing, and running errands. I’m responsible, patient, and caring, and I truly enjoy supporting families in their daily lives.

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Wendy
Booked by 63 repeat families
77 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 125 families in Forest Knolls, CA

Trustworthy and reliable Family Assistant with over three decades of caregiving and teaching experience available for on-call, temp and on-going positions. Who am I : I grew up in Sebastopol on a 500 acre farm. I attended the Sacramento Waldorf school and studied homeschool teacher training.. I teach art lessons each summer. I have worked in homes and hotels in the San Francisco Bay Area for over three decades. I am a trained Acupuncturist and herbalist and worked my way through college and graduate school as an au pair, nanny and family assistant. I am currently looking for a family assistant position in Marin, SF or East Bay that is four full days, ongoing with PTO. Happy to temp while I search!

“Wendy has such a gift for taking care of children!! Such a treat to have her sit for us! My kids loved her and did not want her to leave! ”

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Laísa
Booked by 99 repeat families
121 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 190 families in Forest Knolls, CA

I’m a 36, originally from Brazil, and have been working with families in the U.S. since 2014. I have over 11 years of experience caring for children from newborns through teenagers. I’m also a certified birth and postpartum doula, with extensive experience in newborn care, routines, and supporting families during the postpartum period. Alongside childcare, I genuinely enjoy keeping homes clean, organized, and running smoothly. I’m naturally organized, dependable, and attentive, and I value creating a calm, nurturing environment for both children and parents. Feel free to reach out, I’d love to connect! Laisa

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How much does a nanny cost in Forest Knolls, CA?

  • Average weekly cost for 1 child: $1,249.20/wk
  • Average weekly cost for 2 children: $1,488.40/wk
  • Part-time nanny weekly cost (1 child): $780.75/wk
  • Typical annual salary for full-time nanny in Forest Knolls, CA: $64,958.40/yr

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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."

Amy L., mom of one

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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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How much does a nanny cost in Forest Knolls, CA?

As of October 2026, nannies in Forest Knolls typically earn $1,249.20 per week for full-time care with one child, and more for two or more children. Part-time nanny costs in Forest Knolls typically range from $780.75 per week. Check profiles in Forest Knolls for current rates and experience levels.

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