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Juana
Booked by 28 repeat families
56 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 77 families in Petaluma, CA

Hi my name is Juana, I've been working with kids for 20+ years. I enjoy seeing children development physically and emotionally. I love to take kids to walks or to the park. I like cooking and I don't mind light cleaning. I have an ECE associate from SRJC, and I’m working on getting my ECE certificate. I would provide local references after we meet up in person and decide we are a good fit. Cancellation policy: because babysitting it's my main source of income I require 50% of the booking if you need to cancel a booking with 24 hours. 100% of the booking if you cancel with 12 hours notice. I require a minimum of 4 hour per booking. Also I require to get paid the time I get booked even if you come home earlier. Because I have full time nanny job and I’m protecting my regular nanny kids, I do not take care of children if they are sick with a fever over 102, or any contagious virus. Thank you for understanding. Also my rates will change if kids are from different families. -Thanks for reading.

“We hired Juana to look after our 7mo old son. She was a natural from the moment she walked in our home, providing us with great comfort along with a safe and happy environment for our son. After we provided a quick overview of his routine, Juana helped right away. It’s clear she loves caring for children, and making sure the time she spends with them is quality time. Whether it be reading books, walks outside, playtime or speaking in Spanish, Juana had our son’s best interest at heart. We will be using Juana again and highly recommend her to other parents. ”

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Caroline
Booked by 4 repeat families
13 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 18 families in Petaluma, CA

Hi, I’m Caroline! I’m 30 years old, currently living in Petaluma, and attending nursing school. I’m available for part-time, occasional, date-night, and weekend babysitting. I have over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged kids. I’m patient, responsible, CPR certified, and have excellent references. I love working with children and creating a safe, fun, and caring environment for them. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to connect!

“Caroline was great! Will definitely book again”

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Vasty 10 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Petaluma, CA

Hi, my name is Vasty (She/Her/Ella). I am currently a fourth-year majoring in Biochemistry, with a minor in Early Childhood Studies — hoping to pursue pediatric ophthalmology! Personal hobbies of mine include band, lacrosse, and painting. I’ve been working with children for ~7 years, and have been watching newborns, toddlers, or kids since I was 14. I have a little brother (11) who I help out with consistently, and helped extensively during covid. As a full time student, I tend to help out more with occasional/ date night bookings during the school year but am always more available in the summer time. I enjoy crafting, going to the park, and cooking/baking. My responsibilities have included tutoring, crafts, dance lessons, and several more. 🌟I am bilingual (English and Spanish) 🌟CPR certified for infants and adults. 🌟Can provide references 🌟TB, Tdap, MMS, COVID-19 Vaccinated 🌟CNA, HHA Certified (CA only) I do not have any allergies to any pets. I have a cat so if there are any allergies, please let me know so I can assure no trace of cat hair etc. 🚨Booking Policies🚨 -Cancellations after booking require 50% of pay. Cancellations within 24 hours/same day require 100% of pay. *Applies to last-minute bookings and sick days as well* -Minimum of 4 hours per booking. (Trial runs excluded for this). -Full time of booking must be payed for, even if you come home early. -Please text me immediately if running late. Communication is key. I allow a 10-min grace period. After that, a fee of $1/minute applies, retroactive to the end time. Extensions are not guaranteed due to prior commitments. -Family shares (children from different families) are billed at a different rate. -For jobs over 40+ minutes away, I ask to be reimbursed for travel time. -I do not provide transportation with my personal vehicle but I’m happy to drive the guardian/parents car if needed. -I respect your family’s privacy. I will never post photos or videos of your children on social media or share them with others. -I am happy to clean up after any activities we do and wash the dishes we use during the shift. I do not provide heavy household cleaning, deep scrubbing, or general family laundry. -I do not care for sick children to protect myself and other children I take care of. This includes children with a fever over 101°F, any contagious virus, and any other symptoms. Thank you for understanding 😊

“Vasty was a wonderful babysitter for my son and his cousin! She showed up on time and my 19 month old immediately took a liking to her. She had no problem entertaining both boys, getting them dinner, and putting the youngest to bed. If we lived in the area, she would be our go to!”

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Carly
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Petaluma, CA

Former nanny turned mom! I’m a mom to a four-year-old daughter, and after more than a decade working in tech, I’m excited to return to a hands-on, human-centered role that feels meaningful to me. I worked as a nanny during and shortly after college, an experience that paired naturally with my degree in Psychology and Social Behavior from UC Irvine. I’m familiar with a variety of parenting approaches and believe in tailoring my care to each family’s preferences, values, and routines. I prioritize safety (emotional & physical), open communication, and sound judgment, and I understand how important it is to find someone you can truly trust with your children. Having been on both sides—as a nanny and as a parent who has employed a nanny—I appreciate the responsibility and trust that come with this relationship. I’m currently re-certifying in CPR (planned completion date September 22, 2026) along with the Sage Haus House Manager Certification (planned completion September 25, 2026). Outside of parenting, I love swimming, singing, art, and finding a great cup of coffee. I’d love to learn more about your family and see if we might be a good fit!

“Carly was excellent with my infant son. I would definitely recommend her and hire her again?”

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Karen
Booked by 1 repeat family
4 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Petaluma, CA

Hi There! I am an 28-year-old full of energy experienced fun-loving babysitter who is available full time during the week. I love taking the kids outside and doing some fun activities. I love dancing and art. Im obsessed with food and cooking some crazy foods so they can try it and we can have a good time during the day. The last kids I used to take care of used to call me as the best babysitter ever and it made me feel like I was doing a great job Languages: Portuguese & English Experience: +10 years Age of 1-20yo kids Extra info: Also provided services as a kids taxi driver for 1 year in California.

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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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