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Madeline $25 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Madeline and I have a combined total of 1 1/2 years experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children. I graduated from SFSU with a degree in child development and have worked as a support teacher in an infant classroom and a co-lead teacher in a preschool classroom. I am hoping to share my love of art, nature, music, cooking, and play with your child. I am very passionate about art and hope to spend more time creating both with your child and in my free time. I can't wait to meet you!

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Kerley $19 per hour for 1 child

I have been working with child development for 20 years, I have references. I work with babies and children of different ages. I am a teacher trained in Brazil and I finished my postgraduate degree in neuroscience and human behavior in 2023. COVID-19 vaccinated RCP Graduated in Pedagogy and Neuroscience Speaker of English, Portuguese and Spanish (Intermediate English B1) Non-smoking Qualified Infant - Experience with children aged 3 months to 12 years Patient, caring, responsible and organized I love animals. I had the opportunity to work and develop activities for neurodivergent children, in addition to neurotypical children. The postgraduate degree in neuroscience and human behavior provided a great learning experience where I can offer well-designed and individual strategies. Age-specific nutrition and activities can contribute to excellent development. Playful activities with art and music are something I enjoy working on. Thank you for your attention.

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Carly $35 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Carly and I'm 29 years old. I have watched many kids over the years since I was around 14, as I used to babysit - and still babysit - my 2nd baby cousins and I have also babysat professionally through the Trusted app from August 2017-December 2017 and had to briefly take a break since I went to study abroad the following semester. I’ve babysat kids from months old up until about 7 years old throughout the years, though. I am back and ready to spend time with these sweet, imaginative kids! I love spending time with babies or kids because they have such amazing, intelligent minds and I love to watch them grow whether it is by height or through improvements in their education or just through their personality. I am really into arts and crafts and love to be active, so keeping up is really no problem for me. I can speak a bit of Spanish if you’d like me to speak with your child in conversational Spanish :)

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Michelle $25 per hour for 1 child

I am a warm, playful and emotionally attuned person. I have been a teacher working in Bay Area kindergartens and preschools for 12 years and currently work as a behavioral specialist for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. I hold a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis/ Special Education. I speak fluent Hebrew and English, and functional Spanish. In my work with children I weave in art, games, and yoga, and a curiosity about the natural world.

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Carolina $28 per hour for 1 child

hi My name is Carolina im really interest on Star this job i love kids! i like to play with them i like to be involved on their life ando see how they goin growin so fast and inteligente

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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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Frequently asked questions about San Francisco nanny services

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 San Francisco nanny agency?

Nanny agencies in San Francisco often charge placement fees that can total thousands of dollars. On UrbanSitter, there are no agency placement fees, just a simple membership. You can browse available nannies in San Francisco, interview candidates, and hire directly.

What types of nannies can I find in San Francisco?

On UrbanSitter, you can find full-time, part-time, and live-in nannies in San Francisco. 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.

Do I need a nanny contract?

A written agreement helps you and your nanny align on schedule, pay, duties, and time off before the job begins. Many families in San Francisco use a simple contract to set expectations from day one. See our nanny contract template and guide for what to include.

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