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Dayan 2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child

Hello, My Name is Dayan Looking for full-time jobs (: I'm Spanish Speaker / some English only CPR and First Aid Certificated Clean Background check Clean driver license GED have 10+ years of experience. No Smoke I'm okay with animals I hope you can consider me (:

“I am delighted to have found you on this platform. We are deeply grateful to Dayan for the dedicated care she provided to our twins from 2014 to 2019. She is incredibly attentive to detail, meticulous about sleep and feeding routines, and always maintained a clean and safe environment. Her experience and natural instinct with little ones are immediately apparent. She is an exceptional professional and a wonderful person. highly recommended.”

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Esra 3 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi! I’m a loving, reliable, and energetic nanny with 6+ years of childcare experience. I’m originally from Istanbul, Turkey, and I first came to the U.S. as an au pair, which gave me the opportunity to become part of a family while caring for their children. I have a warm, playful personality that makes connecting with children come naturally to me. I love creating fun and engaging days through outdoor activities, walks, reading, creative play, and age-appropriate learning. One of the most rewarding parts of my job is watching children grow, reach new milestones, and develop their own unique personalities. I value building a strong relationship with the entire family, not just the children. Trust, communication, respect, and teamwork with parents are very important to me. I’ve been fortunate to build wonderful, long-term relationships with the families I’ve worked with, and I hope to find another family where I can become a trusted, caring, and valued part of their lives.

“👋 If anyone is in need of the most reliable, clean, energetic, positive, responsible, engaged nanny we’ve ever met, please pick Esra! Esra has been working for our family for 8 months and we hoped to work with her for a lifetime but are unexpectedly moving. Esra is our 14 mo old daughter’s best friend - she lights up our day when she walks in the door. She plays with our daughter every second of the day and takes her to the park to play with other children 2x per day. She is proactive in teaching our daughter new things and shares ideas with us for child development. She cooks and prepares all of our daughter’s meals which started with homemade purées and has evolved into full meals. She is tidy, and leaves the house as she found it every day. She is always on time, smart, driven, speaks good English, and communicates well. Our nanny partnership has been a great investment for our daughter - we couldn’t haven’t had life here in SF any other way. Our heart breaks leaving the city because it means we must leave Esra. We hope she finds an amazing new family.”

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Julia Isabel
Booked by 1 repeat family
$26 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Francisco, CA

I’m a UC Berkeley Neuroscience graduate with years of experience working with children from toddlers through high school. I grew up with a younger sibling and many younger cousins, and I’ve always loved being around kids! I also worked as a Kumon tutor throughout college, teaching and supporting students of different ages and learning styles. I’m energetic, creative, patient, and dependable, and I love drawing, playing games, being active, and making kids feel comfortable and engaged. I’m happy to help with homework, crafts, activities, and keeping kids entertained while creating a fun and caring environment.

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Maria
Booked by 1 repeat family
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello, My name is Maria L. I'm a nanny looking for a new family.I have been a nanny for over 20 years in SF. I have excellent experience in taking care of newborns, infants, toddlers , preschoolers and up. I'm nurturing, trustworthy,reliable,punctual, committed.I have highly references from my past families upon request,CPR Certified ,First Aid certified,CDL with Clean Driving record,Non smoker,Trustline registered, Early Child Development,Nanny Pro, Covid Vaccine+Boosters, Seasonal flu vaccine. Please feel free to reply back so we can find a day and time to talk on the phone. Thanks

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Catherine 2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi families! My name is Catherine, and I’m currently a student at City College of San Francisco (CCSF), where I’m studying Community Healthcare. I have extensive experience working with children, both in Brazil and here in the U.S. I previously worked as an Au Pair for two wonderful families. With one family, I cared for two little ones under the age of 2, and with another, I cared for three boys school aged. Currently, I work part-time as a nanny for a 2 yo toddler, and one of my favorite parts of the job is spending our afternoons exploring San Francisco together! We love going to parks, libraries, playgrounds, and finding new activities around the city. These experiences helped me become very comfortable caring for children of different ages, managing daily routines, and creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment.

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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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