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Felicia $20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in National City, CA

Hello, I am Felicia! I’m a compassionate, dependable caregiver with several years of hands-on experience supporting children, seniors, pets, and households. My background includes working as a teacher, camp counselor, and tutor, which has given me a strong foundation in child development, patience, and creating safe, engaging environments. I am equally comfortable providing care for elderly individuals and have been specifically requested for senior support due to my reliability, attentiveness, and respectful approach. Child Care I have experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to teens. I enjoy creating structured yet fun routines that include educational activities, creative play, and outdoor time. I love engaging children through reading, arts and crafts, dancing, painting, and age-appropriate games. I also offer tutoring and homework support and am comfortable preparing meals and helping maintain daily routines. Senior Care I have provided non-medical senior care focused on companionship, safety, and daily support. My experience includes assisting with meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, transportation, and offering meaningful conversation and emotional support. I truly enjoy senior care because I value building trust, listening to life stories, and helping individuals maintain comfort, dignity, and independence. Pet Care I have experience caring for a variety of pets and breeds and have been trusted with pet sitting and dog walking. I am comfortable with animals of all sizes, including those that shed. My services include walking, feeding, playtime, basic care routines, and ensuring pets feel safe and loved while their owners are away. Household Services I have experience with house sitting and general household support, including light cleaning, laundry, organizing, cooking, and running errands. I prefer to use your cleaning supplies and equipment and I will always treat homes with care and respect. I am reliable, communicative, and genuinely enjoy supporting families and individuals in meaningful ways. I look forward to providing dependable, thoughtful care you can trust.

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Estefania $20 per hour for 1 child

Hello there: My name is Estefania, and my background is rooted in service, responsibility, and care for others. Professionally, I have worked as a Legal Secretary supporting attorneys in complex litigation, a role that requires exceptional organization, discretion, reliability, and attention to detail. These same qualities translate naturally into caregiving, where patience, structure, and compassion are essential. In addition to my professional career, I provide private advanced Spanish tutoring, working with students who want to strengthen their language skills, improve academic performance, or develop conversational fluency. Through this work, I help students with homework, structured learning plans, reading comprehension, test prep, and confidence building. My tutoring experience allows me to support children academically while also creating a positive and encouraging learning environment. I have experience assisting families with childcare responsibilities such as supervising routines, helping with homework, preparing meals, tutoring, and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. My tutoring background allows me to integrate educational support naturally into caregiving, especially for families who value bilingual learning or academic structure. I also enjoy supporting seniors through companionship, organization, errands, appointment coordination, and helping maintain a comfortable and well-run home. I believe that patience, kindness, and attentive listening are essential when caring for others, particularly seniors who value respect, conversation, and dependable support. In addition, I am very comfortable caring for pets and assisting with household responsibilities. I regularly help with tasks such as organizing spaces, grocery shopping, meal preparation, light housekeeping, pet care, scheduling, and running errands. I take pride in creating calm, organized environments where families can focus on what matters most. People often describe me as dependable, warm, attentive, and proactive. I naturally notice what needs to be done and take initiative to help without needing to be asked. I am also highly trustworthy and respectful of the homes and families I support. My personality combines professionalism with genuine kindness. I enjoy building positive relationships with the people I care for and bringing a sense of calm, structure, and encouragement to their daily lives. Thank you so much. ♥️

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Mayra $25 per hour for 1 child

My name I’m Mayra. I’ve worked with children for over 16 years through San Diego Unified School District, and I’m currently a Moderate–Severe Special Education teacher. Most of my experience is supporting children with autism, developmental delays, and behavioral needs but honestly, I just really love kids. I’ve also worked in behavior support, helping children feel safe, understood, and successful in their day-to-day routines. I’m calm, patient, and very comfortable handling big emotions, transitions, and different learning styles. On a personal level, I’m a mom to a 15-year-old with autism, so this work is close to my heart. I understand how important it is to trust the person caring for your child, especially when your child needs extra support or structure. I’m currently working on my Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Education, but at the end of the day, what matters most to me is creating a safe, fun, and supportive space where kids feel happy and cared for. I’m reliable, attentive, and always meet kids where they are. I’d love to support your family and get to know your little ones.

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Mariagracia
Booked by 22 repeat families
30 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 48 families in National City, CA

Hi! My name is Mariagracia, but I go by MG. I’m fluent in both English and Spanish. Recently graduated from San Francisco State University with a major in Environmental Studies. I’ve always loved caring for kids—whether they were cousins, family friends, or neighbors. I’ve worked with children of all ages, from 2 months to 12 years old, and I’m comfortable caring for up to 3 or 4 kids at a time. I’m CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. Safety is always my top priority when working with kids. I can help with homework, school pick-ups, meal/snack prep, daily walks, playdates, swimming, and keeping kids engaged and entertained. I’m also happy to help with light housekeeping and tidying up play areas. On top of that, I’ve house sat for multiple families over the years and have experience caring for both dogs and cats—so if you have pets, that’s a big plus for me! I bring a calm, caring, and responsible energy to every family I work with and always aim to create a safe and fun environment for kids to thrive in.

We enjoyed meeting Mariagracia for her first sit with our kids! Hopefully many more to come! She was on time, professional, friendly, and had great chemistry with our girls (1 and 3 y/o). Thanks MG!

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Jori
Booked by 87 repeat families
112 reviews
$38 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 204 families in National City, 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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"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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Are nannies on UrbanSitter background checked?

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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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