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Autumn $25 per hour for 1 child

Hello! I am currently a student at San Francisco State University pursuing my degree in Elementary Education. I also hold an associate’s degree in Child Development and am excited to apply the knowledge I’ve gained through hands-on experience while caring for your kiddos. I have worked with children ages 1–10 since I was 15, and working with kids is truly my passion! I love creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment where children can learn and grow. I’m happy to help with light household tasks and always prioritize making sure your kiddos are happy, healthy, and having fun. I also have no pet allergies and enjoy spending time with furry family members!

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Sandy $30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Los Altos, CA

Hello, I have many years of experience as nanny and mother’s helper! Besides child care I can also assist with a variety of tasks such as laundry, dishes, organizing, meal prepping etc. I can provide my references, background check and ID if we decide to move forward. Many thanks and looking forward, Sandy

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Jamila
Booked by 34 repeat families
41 reviews
$75 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 89 families in Los Altos, CA

Jamila | Infant, Toddler, Childcare Specialist | Rapid-Response Backup, Last Minute Care Hi, I’m Jamila! I specialize in rapid-response backup, occasional, temporary, recurring care for infants, toddlers, and busy executive families across the Bay Area. I have experience nannying all around the USA- in NYC, Hawaii, Arizona, Los Angeles, Portland OR, and Las Vegas. Why Families Hire Me: Background and Safety: Honorably discharged U.S. Coast Guard veteran. Experienced with high-profile/corporate families; fully comfortable signing NDAs. Specialized Education: Child Development, Physical Education, Business, and Sports Medicine coursework (Foothill College); certifications in Community Health Work, Case Management, Social Work, Crisis Intervention, Peer Support, Mental Health First Aid and Reiki. I am trained in sexual assault and domestic violence survivor advocacy. I am a classically trained actress with studies in LA and NYC, a military trained public affairs specialist and also briefly attended The Art Students League in NYC, the Stanford Summer Session, and Parsons University for fine art. I currently attend San Mateo College. I am a double major in arts/media and sociology. I studied child development, sports medicine, physical education and kinesiology at Foothill College, before transferring to San Mateo, with a 3.87, and made the Dean’s List. Engaging and Creative: I bring age-appropriate art, museum trips, and interactive learning to every shift to keep children active and engaged. My education in child development and art keeps my childcare fun, yet educational for the children. I have been doing theater since I was 4, so I understand the importance of the arts in childcare. I also am studying Hindi, Urdu, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, and Egyptian Arabic in my spare time. I’m happy to tutor your children in languages and art. I am a member of SF MOMA, Cal Academy, Chinese Historical Society & De Young. I am happy to do museum field trips. Booking & Availability: I take last-minute requests and short-notice shifts! If you need coverage for times not currently listed on my calendar, message me directly. Note: I accommodate short-term and occasional coverage, as well as nanny-share setups. Please notify me in advance if your child is sick so we can discuss proper care arrangements. Please note I have a 4 hour minimal booking requirement. You are welcome to book less hours, but I still require a minimal pay equivalent to 4 hours.

Jamila was great with our kids!

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Jane Marie
Booked by 89 repeat families
84 reviews
$45 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 178 families in Los Altos, CA

Experienced with infants, toddlers, elementary and middle. I’ve been on Urban since April 2015 so please feel free to browse my many 5 star reviews. Background: -While an undergraduate at Simmons College, I studied early childhood education and worked in an urban preschool for two years with Jumpstart, an AmeriCorps project. -CPR/ AED trained and certified by the Red Cross -Oakland CORE certified (Earthquake & Disaster Preparation) -My reviews are nearly all 5 stars. -I live in Cupertino (formerly from Boston) and am obsessed with hot yoga and once upon a time Sailor Moon. I’d be happy to be a healthy influence on your family and assist with household coordination. MY STYLE - Waldorf/ Montessori influences - I encourage creative & imaginative play along with self organizing and cooperation for older children. - For the pre-school and under crowd, I participate in parallel play and getting on the child’s level. - I love taking children outside to play or for a stroller walk. We will read books together (maybe even make one together) and on the whole I’ll be that new age sitter who isn’t too fond of screen time and would rather we go to the playground or explore fractal patterns in pinecones. 😋🌲 Thank you! -Jane *** A note on my care style: I believe children thrive with movement, fresh air, and exploration whenever possible. For children who are walking and older, I generally plan on stroller walks, playground visits, backyard play, or other age-appropriate outdoor activities (weather permitting). If your family’s needs require children to remain indoors for the entirety of each day, we may not be the best match. If outdoor walks or playground time require prior approval or have specific restrictions, I appreciate discussing those expectations before booking so we can ensure we’re a great fit. *** I do my best work when I am the primary caregiver during my scheduled hours. While I enjoy collaborating with parents, my style is naturally independent, calm, and child-centered. Families who are looking for a true mother’s helper role or who anticipate being closely involved with the child throughout the day may find that another caregiver is a better fit. *** My booking minimum is 5 hours unless we’ve worked together previously and have arranged an exception together.

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Olga
Booked by 22 repeat families
25 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 55 families in Los Altos, CA

Hi everyone,my name is Olga and I am a responsible, energetic, friendly, sociable, punctual, and easy going person. I enjoy spending time with kids. I used to work as a teacher assistant when I was in my country. I have experience at taking care toddlers, infants and school age kids. I like outdoor activities like going to the park, walkings, soccer, going to the library, and going to new places with kids. I also do drop offs and pick ups. I have experience at date nights and weekends. I have my own car, and I have references. I will be happy to help you with your kids. Hope to hear from you soon!!

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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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