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Allison
Booked by 13 repeat families
24 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 31 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi parents! My name is Allison, I'm 26 and I graduated from San Francisco State University with a BFA. I currently work part time at the De Young Museum and the Legion of Honor. I have plenty of time in my schedule that could be used helping families. I'm great with children and love to focus on their development both in creative activities and reading/writing. I'm also responsible, reliable, respectful and have years of previous babysitting experience. If you have any questions feel free to message me and I'll get back to ASAP. Thank you!

Allison was great with my two girls!

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Natalia
Booked by 9 repeat families
17 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 27 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi dear families! l'm Natalia and I’m from Cali, Colombia. I’m a professional foreign language teacher graduated in 2020, former Au Pair (June 2023- June 2025) and currently enrolled at Montessori teacher training school. I have more than 3 years of experience working with elementary and high school students as an English teacher and more than 5 years of experience working as a nanny/babysitter. My experience includes working with kids of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I have a patient, warm, kind and charismatic personality. I love learning languages, doing sports, going for walks, or bike rides, going to museums, read, dance, swimming and staying active. Skills: • Strong driver (California drivers license) • Strong swimmer • Infant qualified • Responsible, patient, organized • Good communication skills • Native Spanish and advanced English! • Fully vaccinated • Pet friendly

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Jen
Booked by 212 repeat families
244 reviews
$55 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 317 families in San Francisco, CA

Warm, present family assistant who has worked in San Francisco, New York, Paris, and London I have an MBA and experience with children of all ages, including as a teacher, and am vaccinated and CPR + First Aid certified. I love arts and crafts, imaginative play, outdoor adventures, building, books, games, puzzles, music, and more. I’m experienced with diverse learning types and adaptable to individual needs and unique situations. Also skillful in watching multiples. Flexible schedule and enjoy helping with travel, overnights, organizing, errands, housesitting, pet care, meal prep, housework, homework, tutoring, pick-ups / drop-offs, etc. Interested in estate manager, chief of staff, executive assistant, and personal assistant roles as well! In my free time, I love biking, hot springs, and exploring the coast :) *CANCELLATION POLICY* Please provide 24 hours’ notice for any cancellations or reschedules. Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice will be charged the full amount originally booked. I won’t cancel unless absolutely necessary, and appreciate the same, as last minute cancellations make it difficult to schedule my time with other families. Thank you!

Jen babysat for my 4.5 and 1.5 year olds. Sweet, easy going, on time, jumped right in, and handled my younger one’s stranger danger well. Recommend!

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Monica
Booked by 20 repeat families
42 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 70 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello! My name is Monica, and I’m excited to offer my babysitting services to your family. I have several years working as a Nanny and a child educator. Rates: - Single child: $30/hour - Share Care: $42hour - Siblings: $35/hour I have extensive experience providing professional care for children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. I am a bilingual English and Spanish speaker, which allows me to connect with a variety of families. Throughout my career, I have always been punctual, reliable, and committed to creating a safe, clean, and loving environment for the children I care for. I have completed several formal training programs, including: - Parenting through Tantrums & Development (Fértil Ground Parenting, 2025) - Learning, Language, and Early Literacy Cohort (Children’s Council San Francisco, 2024) - RIE (Respectful Infant Education) - TrustLine Verification - Safety & Health Certification - CPR and First Aid Certification - Early Literacy Training (San Francisco Unified School District) - Children’s Nutrition Training - Sesame Street Little Children Big Challenges Training - General Childcare Training through First 5 San Francisco I am available for date nights on weekends and offer personalized care based on the needs and preferences of each family. I prioritize routines like napping, feeding, age-appropriate enrichment activities, and outings to the playground, library, and/or other destinations. I especially enjoy reading, singing, and playing with children, while ensuring their needs—like diaper changes, snacks, or health-related concerns—are always met. I have excellent references and look forward to the possibility of caring for your little ones. Thank you for considering me!

Monica stepped in when our sitter canceled day of and aside from being on time, our shy 5 year old warmed up to her as she asked him questions, played Legos, and read stories. Will def hire again.

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Michelle
Booked by 59 repeat families
82 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 155 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello dear family! I’m Michelle 😁😛 A 29 years old experienced Au Pair, nanny and Spanish teacher at the United States as well, and experienced nanny and English teacher at my country 🇨🇴 I Have a degree in International Business Management, Technical Assistant Program for Early Childhood Education, a Child Development and Care Promoter Diploma and an International Leadership and Coaching Diploma. I was an Au Pair at the United States for the years 2021 and 2022 (for sure, one of the greatest experience and adventure of my life 🥰) I’ve been working for UrbanSitter for the last 4 years and would like to keep enjoying my time with kiddos. I’m a person who absolutely love children, I love dedicating my time to them, growing up with them and TEACHING THEM 🧑🏽‍🏫 Also, I am a native Spanish speaker; I can teach Spanish if you want 😱 I’m a language lover so, I have a certain knowledge in Hindi, Dutch, Turkish, French and Portuguese. I like to do a lot of activities with kids like crafts with a lot of materials legos, painting 🎨 experiments 🧪 , reading books 📚 , singing songs 🎤 , dancing 💃🏽 , creating imaginary games 🏰 , ride bikes 🚴 and scooter 🛴 and any outdoor activities. I’m already full vaccinated 💉 + booster, willing to use mask 😷 if you want, I have Infant CPR, First Aid Training. Sharing with children is an activity that I enjoy doing from the heart 🥰 I am very happy, fun 😛 I always see the positive side of life. And trust me, I’m the happiest and most positive girl you can ever met 🤩🤩

Michelle was awesome. She was so patient and flexible with my kiddos who were struggling with jet lag and out of sorts. She took it all in stride and helped them redirect and find fun activities. So appreciate her energy and patience. Would definitely welcome 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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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.

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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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