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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 21 repeat families
42 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 71 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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Juliana
Booked by 10 repeat families
24 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 40 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello families! I’m Juliana and I’ve been working with kids of different ages over 5 years now ! During this time I have been connecting with amazing families with I’m still in touch and that are willing to be my references if you need. I consider myself patient, resilient and joyful! I also value having an open and honest communication with parents. I love engaging in good activities with the children, and I appreciate a lot of their creativity. I am also comfortable assisting with tasks like meal preparation, carpooling, light housekeeping, travel, and swimming supervision. I’m also super comfortable with pets! Currently I’m working for 2 families in a part-time position where I play a mother’s help and nanny. The kids are different ages from 6 months to 5 years. Right now I’m open for occasional jobs during evenings and weekends. If that is something that interest you please don’t hesitate to contact me ! :) Thank you!

Juliana did a wonderful job! She made our kids feel instantly at ease and was able to get them to sleep no problem. Would highly recommend her.

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Catherine
Booked by 4 repeat families
10 reviews
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 15 families in San Francisco, CA

Meet Catherine, a dedicated professional nanny with expertise and a genuine passion for childcare, with two college degrees—one in Accounting and another in Fashion Design—emphasizing holistic child development with her additional certification in nutrition. In her remarkable 12-year career, Catherine has built strong relationships with several repeat families. Concurrently working with three families over nine months, she cared for children aged 9 months to 1.5 years, addressing household cleanliness and caring for pets, including dogs and backyard chickens. In another role, she spent five months nurturing a 1-year-old, dedicating 25 hours per week to create a supportive environment. Catherine's caregiving stands out with engaging activities, from park visits to craft projects like lanyard keychains, bead art, painting, and clay molding. She ensures a stimulating environment, incorporating interactive storytime, scheduled playdates, and outings to enhance social and cognitive development. Beyond caregiving, Catherine is a registered driver for HopSkipDrive, specializing in safe transportation for children aged 4 to 13. Her commitment extends to being a camp counselor at Camp Couture, teaching sewing to kids aged 7-12. Adding a musical dimension, Catherine plays bass in the rock 'n' roll band "Best Mom Ever," focusing on positive messages through songs like "Be Kind," "Be Friendly," and "Be Confident." In a personal touch, Catherine leverages her fashion design background to create personalized clothing for the children she nannies, showcasing creativity and dedication to making a lasting impact. A natural caregiver from a young age, Catherine, the oldest of two siblings and five cousins, possesses a deep understanding of childcare transcending professional expertise. Catherine brings knowledge, creativity, and a nurturing spirit to her role. Whether crafting in the kitchen, leading projects, maintaining home cleanliness, or providing safe transportation, she is committed to creating a positive, enriching experience for the children under her care.

Cat has been the full time caregiver for my two children, for over two years. She is extremely reliable, responsible, patient and caring. She has been flexible to help with pick ups for my school aged child, and she takes our toddler to engaging and educational activities during the day. I've had multiple parents and teachers from my children's school pull me aside to tell me how wonderful and engaged Cat is. Cat consistently facilitates creative projects, like making jewelry and art. Further, Cat has a wonderful, positive attitude, that makes her a joy to be around. I highly recommend Cat.

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Serkalem
Booked by 80 repeat families
91 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 128 families in San Francisco, CA

I'm have recently started teaching at a preschool in the city. I feel so fortunate to have my dream job. In the past I have been a nanny, sitter, and tutor for many families. I am currently sitting on occasion. One of my most rewarding experiences has been teaching a child how to read. I like to be an active babysitter. To me this means minimal screen time and lots of different activities with the kids, such as, storytelling, building forts, drawing, and cooking/baking lessons. Outside of babysitting, I enjoy cooking, and reading (especially Historical Fiction and Non-fiction). I also love to draw and paint. My best/ideal Sunday (pre-Covid) usually starts with yoga and the Farmer's Market, and ends with a dinner party where I cook for all my closest friends. I have babysat for children outside of family/ family friends for about eight years. My most extensive babysitting/ nannying experience lasted about two years. I was a full time nanny for a little boy, and also helped prepare his slightly older sister for school and picked her up at the end of the day. I usually made breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the children and cared for them almost full time during the summer months. There were times when I cared for the children full time/ overnight when both parents were away/ traveled for work reasons. I have also traveled with families for holidays. I require full payment in case of a cancellation after I have accepted a sitting invitation.

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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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