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Bamphen
Booked by 56 repeat families
96 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 126 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello Host Family, Nice to see you. My nickname is Pia. I am a Kind, Calm, Patient person. I just graduated from Nursing program and now I just passed NCLEX exam. I like to travel and reading when I have a free-time. And I also like to do out door activities. I have been taken care of a lot of children age about 4 month to 12 years old. And I also took care of the twin boys. I can help to prepare meal for the kids, I can cook easy food like Spaghetti, Curry, Macaroni and cheese, and I can help to do light Households.When I take care of the kids, I like to take the kids to play at the park or do activities outside. Because they can learn a lot of things and get fresh air. When I stay home with them, I like to play puzzles, Play-doh, drawing, reading with them. I like to take care of the children because I like to spend time with the kids, have fun together and I can learn new things from them as well. So I hope you will give me opportunities and I will do my best. If you need some references from my host family, I feel free to give their references and their number to you. Thank you very much.

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Jeannie
Booked by 91 repeat families
137 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 212 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi, my name is Jeannie, and I love to go jogging every day to stay healthy and live a healthy lifestyle. I'm very energetic, upbeat, positive, loving, caring, nurturing, and friendly, which is why I enjoy looking after infants, toddlers, and kids. I also have a certification in CPR, AED and First Aid. I also have my own car & a California driver's license.

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Eileen
Booked by 7 repeat families
20 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 27 families in San Francisco, CA

As a Sunset District resident and former sixth grade teacher, I am CPR trained, fingerprinted, and COVID vaccinated and boosted, as required of all credentialed teachers. I love children, enjoy holding, changing, reading and singing to, walking, playing with, swimming, going to nearby parks and libraries, and engaging children in any activity they enjoy. I created and taught a summer preschool class called Little People’s Playhouse. I am happy to help parents care for their children whenever I am available. I have part-time nannied for children as young as four weeks old up to sixteen year olds. I would be happy to help you care for your child(ren). :) Eileen

Eileen is amazing and I want her to come back asap! She is incredibly skilled with babies and young toddlers, showed up early and ready to go.

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Melissa
Booked by 22 repeat families
30 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 43 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi, my name is Melissa! I’m a caring and responsible person with experience working with both children and pets. I enjoy building positive connections, whether it’s supporting kids with schoolwork, engaging them in fun activities, or making sure pets get the exercise and attention they need. I’ve mentored students and worked with children of different ages, helping with homework, planning activities, and encouraging their growth. I’m also a dog owner myself, so I understand the importance of regular walks, playtime, and keeping pets safe and happy. I’m comfortable with kids of all ages as well as pets of different sizes and breeds, and I always bring patience, energy, and reliability to the families I work with.

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Julia
Booked by 61 repeat families
85 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 114 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi, I’m Julia! I'm a career nanny in SF. I started nannying 12 years ago and never looked back! I truly enjoy getting to know new little ones and their parents. I am enthusiastic about making sure little ones stay safe, comfortable and having fun while their parents are busy. - 15 years total childcare experience in the Bay Area, first as a babysitter throughout high school and then the past 12 years as a nanny. - I've had long-term nanny jobs with children of all ages - newborns, toddlers, preschoolers and elementary schoolers, including families with multiple children. I’m engaging and playful with children at every stage of development. Love snuggles, games, reading, art, outings, etc! - The majority of my jobs over the years have been as a baby/toddler nanny, mostly within the 3 months-2.5 years old range before they transition to daycare or preschool. - I’ve always done occasional babysitting (i.e date night sitting) on the side for all ages! - Experience following napping and feeding schedules, sleep training, preparing bottles, initiating age-appropriate activities, and making adjustments as needed as the baby/toddler grows. - I love spending time outdoors and instilling a love of nature in children, so I appreciate situations where we are able to explore (by transit or on foot - no driving). As an SF local, I’m very familiar with parks, museums, the zoo, libraries, and many music/storytime classes throughout the city, and how to navigate Muni with a stroller! I’m part of a big network of nannies/families near GGP especially! - I was a full-time in-home tutor/school assistant for a kindergartener, 1st grader, and 2nd grader for a full year of the pandemic when schools were closed in 2[removed]. Education: Associates degree in Psychology (2017) Some relevant college courses I completed: 1. Intro to Child Development 2. Child Psychology 3. Children's Literature 4. Performance of Children's Lit -Most recent infant/child CPR and First Aid class: Nov 2023 at Natural Resources in SF. -Attended SF Nanny Training Day 2026 PLEASE NOTE: - All hrs booked are considered "guaranteed hours" in terms of pay, even if I am relieved early, etc. - If anyone in your home has been sick or exposed to covid, please cancel. I do not consent to working with sick kids. I work with multiple families weekly including infants and want to keep everyone healthy :) I will be transparent about any symptoms I have as well, so decisions can be made together.

Julia was so great with my 6 month old. He was immediately comfortable around her and happy to play, take his bottle from her, etc. She took the initiative to take him out for an adventure to the park so that he could enjoy the nice day and fresh air. Would love to work with her again!

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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 San Francisco nanny agency?

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What types of nannies can I find in San Francisco?

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