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Stephanie
Booked by 143 repeat families
199 reviews
$36 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 405 families in San Francisco, CA

Dear families, My name is Stephanie, I have been working as a nanny for the past twelve years. I absolutely love children of all ages. My experience includes infants, toddlers, elementary school children, and teenagers. I am very good at creating different activities with the kids, making sure they are happy and enjoy their time :) To ensure quality care and planning, I kindly ask for a minimum booking of 4 hours. Policies Early Return: If parents arrive home early or let me go early, the full booking amount will still apply. This ensures that my time is respected and that I can plan my day around your booking. Cancellation: Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the booking will be charged the full amount. I kindly ask that payment be completed at the end of each shift. Thank you! Thank you for understanding!

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Pietra
Booked by 29 repeat families
34 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 52 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello families, I am passionate about providing a safe and engaging environment. I am CPR certified and up to date on my COVID-19, flu, and Tdap vaccinations and boosters. I am a non-smoker, a pet lover, and an excellent driver with a clean record.I love being active and spending time outdoors, ensuring that your children will enjoy fun and enriching activities while reaching important milestones. Feel free to reach out with any questions. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you! Thank you!

Kids had a great time with Pietra! Would hire Pietra again without reservation.

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Maya
Booked by 160 repeat families
226 reviews
$38 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 334 families in San Francisco, CA

Vaccinated & boosted! Experienced, professional, silly, loving! Most recent background check June 2025. Red Cross Infant/Child/IAdult CPR & First Aid Certification 6/2025 Parents have called me "baby whisperer" and "Maya Poppins"; a three-year-old called me "booty butt"! I can handle anything! It is my great pride to share my resourcefulness and experience; I ask for help and clarification gladly.  I've worked with children from ages 2w to 18y through the site and also seniors. From KG teacher and early childhood curriculum developer, teacher trainer and university lecturer, I've worked extensively in education. After most of a decade abroad and a wild pandemic, I just finished my doctorate in education (March 2023!). I love working with children and appreciate having a flexible schedule. With little ones, I'm silly and creative (and love to share my published children's book!). I understand tears and have the patience to soothe and work with the frustration, exhaustion, or confusion behind them. For parents, I'm super tidy, reliable, a great communicator, and have a CA driver's license! I have lived and worked all over the world and have a social justice mindset that informs my life and work. Also available for high-end tutoring, development evaluations (ages 2-6), middle/upper grade social services, and personal assistant services at other rates. 

Maya is a wonderful caregiver! Our daughter had a great time with her. She is kind, playful, easy to be around and talk to. We highly recommend her!

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Silvia Francisca
Booked by 12 repeat families
12 reviews
$38 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 19 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi , My Name is Silvia and I’m looking forward to getting to know your family! I love working with children. They are so full of amazing energy and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them, like how to enjoy the simple things in life. I have been working with children for the past 11 years. I have worked with all ages from newborn to 16 years old. I love working with children and getting to know them and their individual personalities. I also enjoy watching children grow and learn, helping them as they grow and face new challenges in school and life in general. Anyone who knows me can confirm my love for them. I know how important it is for a parent to trust someone with their kids I'm willing to gain your trust.

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Laura
Booked by 9 repeat families
15 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 24 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi my name is Laura. Thanks for viewing my profile. I am looking for part time work. A little bit about me. I work as a full time teacher at a local elementary school. I have a Masters in Elementary Education. I have 10 years experience teaching children of all ages. I also worked as a nanny for four years prior to this. In my free time I love traveling and being outdoors. Any questions please feel free to message me. Best, Laura ☘️

Laura was great! Communicative, showed up on time, and did fantastic with our 1.5 year old. Will be hiring again! Thank you Laura!

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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.

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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