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Anna Teresa
Booked by 3 repeat families
5 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in National City, CA

My name is Anna Teresa. I am a 22 year old female. I have my CPR and first aid training. I always enjoy meeting new personalities, whether it's children, seniors, or pets. I am very patient and try my best to prioritize whoever I am watching's safety. I have worked with babies 7 months-11 years old, but I am open to taking care of a different range of ages. I currently work with adults that are on the spectrum Monday-Friday from 8am-3:30pm but I am available during the evenings and weekends! For animals, I have always grown up with animals in my home. From fish, to hamsters, dogs, and even a chinchilla. I don't have a lot of experience taking care of cats but I am always more than happy to learn and adjust to what they need and enjoy.

We had a wonderful experience with Anna caring for our dog for over a week. Our dog took to her immediately, which is unusual. She sent us lots of photos while we were away and you could tell that our pup was happy. We have already booked her again. Thanks, Anna!!!

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Payton
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in National City, CA

Hello! I'm a 23-year-old with seven years of babysitting experience located in San Diego, CA. I enjoy reading, going to the beach, and film photography. I prioritize bonding with kids through quality time, reading, crafts, and exciting adventures.

Payton was so great with our boys. She took them to the playground, fed them dinner and got them off to bed. Both boys said they liked her and would want her to watch them again. Would definitely hire her again!

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Huong
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in National City, CA

Hello! I’m Sany! I recently moved back [temporarily] to California to sit for the California Bar Exam, and during this transition, I’m grateful for the opportunity to support families in my community as I look to supplement my income during this time. Childcare has been a constant in my life for as long as I can remember. As one of six children and one of eighteen cousins on my father’s side alone, I grew up surrounded by kids of all ages. I helped raise or regularly babysit many of my younger siblings and cousins, which shaped my comfort, patience, and natural connection with children. I worked extensively with youth. I served as a Youth Services Staffer supporting students in 6th–8th grade, and later became a Teen Youth Coordinator working with ages 13–19. In those roles, I supported academic and personal development, planned programming, supervised groups, and created safe, positive, and inclusive spaces for learning and play. My most recent caregiving experience comes from working with multiple families throughout Chicago as I prepared to transition back to California. During that period, I cared for children ranging from 6 months to 4 years old, supporting everything from infant routines and early developmental play to toddler activities, social-emotional learning, and structured daily schedules. In addition to childcare, I have coached youth soccer and softball, which reflects my love of active play, teamwork, and encouragement. Whether a child prefers sports, reading time, crafts, video games, board games, or imaginative play, I adapt easily and meet them where they are. I love being silly, creative, and fully engaged, and I am equally comfortable providing structure and calm when needed. I hold a Juris Doctor, and my legal training developed strong communication skills, responsibility, judgment, and crisis-management ability - traits that parents value deeply when choosing a caregiver. Preparing for bar admission requires discipline, reliability, and attentiveness, all of which I bring into my work with children. Above all, I love caregiving because it allows me to build genuine, meaningful connections. I aim to create safe, joyful, and memorable experiences for every child I care for. I am known in my family as the favorite “fun-tie” — the aunt who brings imagination, warmth, and laughter into the room, and I would be honored to bring that same energy to your family. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to learn more. Thank you!

Huong, has looked after our 21 month old daughter a few times now, and she very reliable and communicative. We appreciate how diligently she follows our instructions and she does a good job of understanding our daughter's needs. We would certainly recommend her as a babysitter, and we will definitely hire her again.

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Asanda
Booked by 4 repeat families
3 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in National City, CA

I am a dedicated and experienced nanny with over 9 years of childcare experience, including 2 years as an Aupair, 2 years of volunteering at an orphanage, and 2 years of babysitting and daycare work. I have experience with senior care, pet sitting and house sitting. I completed childcare coursework with a completion certificate, including a completed Aupair program certificate, and am CPR trained. I am seeking a nanny position where I can use my skills and experience to provide exceptional care for children. I am fun, loving, calm, and caring, and I am very patient. My goal is to ensure the child's needs are met and that they feel safe and happy. I engage with the child at all times and believe in having a balance of inside time and outdoor time to promote social development. Experience: Babysitting / Nanny - Cared for children of various ages, ranging from newborns to 16-year-olds - Prepared meals and snacks, bathed and dressed children - Engaged children in creative and educational activities such as reading books, making up songs, and arts and crafts - Organized outdoor activities such as walks, visits to the park, and playdates with other children - Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children - Assisted with homework and participated in educational activities House manager Aupair - Assisted in the care of children aged 2 and 4 - Prepared meals and snacks, bathed and dressed children - Engaged children in creative and educational activities such as reading books, making up songs, and arts and crafts - Organized outdoor activities such as walks, visits to the park, and playdates with other children - Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children - Assisted with light housekeeping duties Volunteer at orphanage : - Cared for multiple children of various ages - Prepared meals and snacks, bathed and dressed children - Engaged children in educational activities such as reading, writing, and basic arithmetic - Organized outdoor activities such as playing netball, soccer, or hockey and playing in the jungle gyms (playsets) - Assisted with cleaning and maintenance of the orphanage Skills: - CPR trained - Completed childcare coursework with a completion certificate, including a completed Aupair program certificate - Excellent references - Creative and imaginative - Passionate about reading and music - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Familiarity with first-aid techniques - Comfortable with light housekeeping duties

This was our first time using Urban Sitter so we were a little nervous. Asanda was fantastic and totally eased our worries. We were traveling from out of state with our 4 and 2 year and everything went perfectly. Communication was great and she seemed comfortable and confident taking care of our kids. The kids took to her immediately, which is always so reassuring. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone look for help with childcare.

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Melia
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in National City, CA

Hi! My Name is Melia. I am 19 years old and am currently attending San Diego State, and I live on campus. I am majoring in Child and Family Development and am passionate about every child’s developmental process. I love working with kids and have experience as a camp counselor of 2 years, gymnastics coach for 3 years, and have babysat/nannied for 6 years and counting. I have interacted and cared for a group of 40 children at a time to working one on one with children of all ages. I love animals as well and would not mind watching them alongside your children. I’m open to helping out in anyway I can! Safety and fun are the two things I prioritize most! Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Melia is great. So sweet. My 3 year old loved her instantly. Will be using her again. Thank you so much for being so kind hearted!!

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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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What's the difference between UrbanSitter and a National City nanny agency?

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What types of nannies can I find in National City?

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