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Colin
Booked by 3 repeat families
5 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in La Jolla, CA

Hi families! I'm Colin, and I have extensive hands-on experience caring for children ages 14-months to 9-years-old. I especially enjoy working with creative, imaginative kids and have also served as a youth group leader and piano tutor, which strengthened my patience, structure, and ability to encourage children in a positive, engaging way. Happy to provide additional references from my Care.com profile, where you can read reviews from other families I’ve worked with! I specialize in screen-free activities like reading, pretend play, crafts, outdoor play, and positive daily routines. I also have experience supporting children who are shy or neurodivergent, and always adapt my approach to help them feel comfortable, supported, and engaged! I'm CPR/First Aid certified, Home Care Aide (HCA) certified, fingerprint background checked, TB cleared, have reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and an SDSU engineering degree. As a bonus, I'm also happy to help with handyman tasks around the house! If you're looking for someone kind, dependable, and genuinely invested in your child's well-being, I'd love to help your family!

“Thanks to Colin, my daughter and I truly had a fantastic memory during my business trip to La Jolla where he was taking care of my daughter while I was at a conference. Colin is kind, fun, patient and was genuinely engaged with my six year old daughter Emilia. He came fully prepared and worked out an entire program for her. He brought a handmade diary to record daily activities together and a tool kit with toys and books for entertainment. Colin truly stands out as someone reliable, punctual and approachable. He communicated needs and expectations clearly upfront and was very thoughtful about making this an enjoyable experience for my daughter. She truly enjoyed spending time with Colin and I trusted him completely, especially coming from out of town. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any family looking for a dependable and caring sitter, whether at home or while traveling.”

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Carolina
Booked by 10 repeat families
16 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 32 families in La Jolla, CA

I have been working at a pre school for 9 months. I worked mostly with infants and toddlers. I loved my job but I needed a more flexible schedule since I am going to school. I am a future dental student and I have some degree of medical knowledge. I hold a certificate in CPR for both infants and adults as well as taken some child development courses. I also have experience with child on the autism spectrum and developmental problems. I have a BA in psychological sciences. I am also willing to take care of animal dogs and cats. Sorry no exotic animals! I have an old dog he’s 15 with many medical issues so I believe have experience caring for animals Fun fact I helped my cousin’ s dog give birth and pulled out three healthy puppies! Look forward to hearing from you! Thank you

“Carolina was great with our two boys ages 8 and 3 years old. We loved her so much we worked together for 5 months while she lived in Los Angeles. We definitely would have continued with her if she was still in LA. She was always on time. Kind, caring, respectful and loving. Helped our little one with potty training, cooked meals and snacks, helped tidy up around the house when children were sleeping, helped with homework, school pick up, great with playtime and helping kids use their imagination and she was also flexible with occasional Date nights. Carolina is one of the best and we are very thankful to have met her. ”

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Jori
Booked by 87 repeat families
112 reviews
$38 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 204 families in La Jolla, CA

My name is Jo, I was born and raised in San Diego, CA. I graduated from San Diego State University, with a Bachelors in Public Health and a minor in Child and Family Development. I recently received a Masters degree in Public Health from Azusa Pacific University. I currently have a full time job as an Epidemiologist for our local public health department. Previously, I worked at the SDSU Children’s Center as a teacher's assistant in infant, transition and preschool classrooms. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and also know some baby sign language. I hold a clean driving record and I have a recent background check. I am CPR certified through the AHA. I cook healthy meals and I have worked with families with food sensitivities and allergies. I practice an RIE approach when working with infants and toddlers. I am all around driven, reliable, eager to learn and passionate about children's health and early childhood education. I hope I am a good match in your search for a babysitter/nanny. I am very flexible when it comes to scheduling, However, I require one-week advance notice but last minute bookings are possible and would be considered. Thank you for your consideration. Jori (Jo)

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Stephanie
Booked by 25 repeat families
20 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 49 families in La Jolla, CA

Experienced, Caring & Reliable Childcare Professional Hi, I’m Stephanie! I’m a San Diego-based childcare professional with 15+ years of experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds. I’m passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children feel comfortable being themselves while learning, growing, and having fun. With a medical and trauma-informed background, I’m equipped to support a variety of needs and personalities with patience, compassion, and confidence. I can provide more than just supervision; I love helping with homework and academics, creative activities, outdoor play, mindfulness, and age-appropriate yoga and movement. I’m also CPR & First Aid certified, have a clean and safe driving record, and hold two degrees. Families can count on me to be responsible, communicative, attentive, and dependable. Whether you need occasional date-night care, regular childcare, school transportation, homework help, or an extra set of hands during a busy week, I’m happy to help! I also offer dog-care services, so I can help care for your four-legged family members, too. 🐾 I’d love the opportunity to get to know your family and provide the kind of care that gives parents peace of mind while their children are in my care.

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Nefertia
Booked by 3 repeat families
6 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in La Jolla, CA

Hi! My name is Nefertia, but everyone calls me Neffie. I recently moved to Point Loma/San Diego area with my husband, and would love to connect with and support families in the area. I’m a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Postpartum Doula, and Newborn Care Specialist. I have a background of 10+ years as a nanny, postpartum doula, and newborn care specialist. I also have extensive experience caring for twins! My background includes: - Bachelors in Neuroscience - Masters in Exercise Science - CPR/AED certified - Experience as a nanny, postpartum doula, and newborn care specialist - Gentle, responsive, and evidence informed sleep support I can provide you with a background check while I work on getting registered with TrustLine. Whether you need newborn care, daytime/overnight postpartum support, overnight assistance or help with your baby/toddlers sleep, it would be an honor to support your family! Feel free to message me or learn more at:[removed]

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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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What does a nanny do?

Nannies provide ongoing, in-home child care on a set schedule. A nanny may prepare meals, assist with school pickup, help with homework, manage activities, and handle light housekeeping related to child care. Many nannies specialize in specific age groups or needs such as infant care or bilingual support. Learn more about what a nanny does.

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