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107 experienced nannies in Portola Valley, CA

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57 available this week | Avg weekly rate: $1,254.00/wk

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Brittany
Booked by 17 repeat families
14 reviews
$37 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 50 families in Portola Valley, CA

Hello, my name is Brittany, and I offer dependable childcare, senior care, pet sitting, and household support services, including home organization, errands, on-call childcare, and household management. I have over 20 years of experience as a babysitter and nanny caring for newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-aged children, including experience with two sets of twins. My responsibilities have included school pick-ups and drop-offs, tutoring, crafts and activities, overnight childcare, and newborn night nanny care. In addition to childcare, I also provide household and personal assistant services, such as light cleaning, appointment management, organization, and running errands to help busy families maintain a well-managed home. I am an experienced pet sitter and truly enjoy caring for both cats and dogs. I have provided reliable pet care services for many families over the past 20 years. References for all services are available upon request.

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Khoula
Booked by 10 repeat families
11 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 24 families in Portola Valley, CA

Hello, my name is Khoula but I go by La-La. I have an associates degree in dental assistant. I have been an RDA (registered dental assistant) for 11 years. While pursuing a dental assistant degree, I worked as a part time nanny. I have the experience and skill set you are looking for. I am nurturing, calm, and patient. I have been around children of all ages my entire life. I am one of nine children, and I am an aunt to 14 nieces and nephews. Combined with my childcare experience and household management skills, I enjoy children, their zest for life, and contributing to their growth and well-being. My job as a caregiver, is to create a warm and secure environment for the kids. It is important to feel comfortable with each other. I hope to hear back from you soon. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you for your consideration.

“La-la was wonderful! Our two year old took to her immediately and she was also very good with our 6 month old. A lot of energy to deal with - we would definitely hire her again. ”

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Bryan
Booked by 1 repeat family
12 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Portola Valley, CA

I'm currently doing occasional care for 3 and 6 years old boys in Redwood Shores, a 12 years old kid in Portola Valley, 6-8 years old boys in Los Altos and a 15months old in Foster City and I also have experience with 15, 18, 24 months old girls and boys working with several families across West Bay Area. One of the Bay Area's Top Rated Sitter/Caregiver and Driver with Amazing Reviews and Strong References..!! I'm passionate, proactive and creative about supporting each child's growth, learning, and happiness at every stage of their life. With hands on experience caring for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school age kids, and teens, I create nurturing, engaging fun and safe environments that encourage self discovery and development through play, games, and Montessori activities. I'm understanding, organized, compassionate, patient, protective and very empathetic, striving to help children thrive. As someone who values conscious health, I promote safe, natural habits in daily life. I like working out, and I'm strong and fast, both physically and mentally, staying calm and quick to respond whenever a situation calls for it. Along with my child development work, I have a background in animal behavior and pet care, running group hikes for pets (I love animals). I believe in treating pets as valued family members, focusing on their well being and happiness. I try to live congruently with my values. I'm enthusiastic, and love to bring out the best in everyone(yes even animals). I'm a smart techy and also great as a family assistant if needed, plus I have a Graphic Design Degree and clean driving record(Also have clean reliable car), very good with arts, science, geography, AI, and elevated mindset. I speak Spanish if you would like your kids to practice a different language. I was in my own restaurant business for 5 years. Would love to have the opportunity to get on a call with you and give and get more details.. Looking forward to hear back from you. Have a great week..!! With love Bryan.

“Recommended 100%, Bryan is a rocket. He puts our kids down very fast, he's very nice, has a healthy style of living. Loves our girls and pets which is amazing because our pets and girls love him too. I trust him and love his passion for his job....”

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Tanyaporn
Booked by 24 repeat families
28 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 47 families in Portola Valley, CA

Hello family, My name is "Jane" or you can call me "Tanya" and I'm from Thailand. I'm 29 years old. Dependable, honest, caring, trustworthy, organized, respectful, positive are all words that I would use to describe myself. Also I'm a non smoker or dont drink. I have 5 years+ experiences at daycare in Thailand and I just finished 1 year in Au pair in America program. Now, I work as a nanny in Bay area almost 2 years. I have been working with a lot of children including infants - toddler. I also have experiences with baby who has food allergies, reflux and helmet therapy. Also, I know how to do CPR, fully vaccinated and I have my own car with clean record. I work well with children and always treat them like they are my own. I enjoy being part of a child's growth. My goal as a Nanny is to have the children's best interest in mind, make sure the children are safe, clean and having fun while also learning. I'm a nanny who full of energy, creative and can organise activities, arts and crafts and educational activities etc. but I would love to follow your instruction as well. I also can do a lot of duties and take care of all things related to the baby, including diaper change, food prep, play time, naps, baby clothes laundry and take the baby out on walks etc. Not only am I patient, caring and nurturing, I am also extremely organized and very detailed when it comes to work. I'm pet friendly and have the flexibility to work and can do extra hour if you need help. I have a lot of family who can be my references, I can also provide it to you upon request. Please feel free to talk to me. I'd love to meet your family and get to know your baby. Thank you for your time. I look forward to talking to you! :) Sincerely yours, Jane

“Here's a review for Jane: Jane has been wonderful with our kids, and we feel so lucky to have found her! She's organized, friendly, and incredibly warm. Our 2-year-old is usually very reserved with strangers, but warmed up to her right away, and our 4-year-old absolutely adores her — she even saved the sticker Jane gave her. They spend their days playing with lots of toys and activities, both indoors and at the playground. Jane is also very responsive, keeping us updated with pictures and videos throughout the day. We couldn't recommend her more!”

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Mariana
Booked by 12 repeat families
15 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 25 families in Portola Valley, CA

Hi - My name is Mariana and I’m looking for a 2 part time, weekdays, one in the morning one afternoon, open for a full time was well, and babysitting. Start in November I love working with kids and have experience caring for children from 6 months to 11 years old. I’m comfortable with everything from diaper changes to preparing meals, and I bring a mix of fun and learning to our time together — reading stories, coloring, puzzles, going to the park, and even the occasional dance party. I’m responsible, organized, and genuinely enjoy spending my days with kids. I’m CPR certified, a strong swimmer, fully vaccinated, and a safe driver.

“Mariana is an excellent babysitter. She is extremely professional and courteous. She’s experienced, confident, and communicated very well with our five year old daughter who is looking forward to playing with her again. She arrived a few minutes earlier and immediately dove in and engaged with our daughter. We are looking forward to having her babysit our daughter soon.”

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How much does a nanny cost in Portola Valley, CA?

  • Average weekly cost for 1 child: $1,254.00/wk
  • Average weekly cost for 2 children: $1,481.60/wk
  • Part-time nanny weekly cost (1 child): $783.75/wk
  • Typical annual salary for full-time nanny in Portola Valley, CA: $65,208.00/yr

As of October 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 8,069 reviews in Portola Valley, CA

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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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How much does a nanny cost in Portola Valley, CA?

As of October 2026, nannies in Portola Valley typically earn $1,254.00 per week for full-time care with one child, and more for two or more children. Part-time nanny costs in Portola Valley typically range from $783.75 per week. Check profiles in Portola Valley for current rates and experience levels.

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Are nannies on UrbanSitter background checked?

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What's the difference between UrbanSitter and a Portola Valley nanny agency?

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What types of nannies can I find in Portola Valley?

On UrbanSitter, you can find full-time, part-time, and live-in nannies in Portola Valley. Many nannies offer specialized experience including infant care, nanny sharing, bilingual care, and after school coverage. Browse profiles and filter by experience type to find your fit.

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