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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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Marta
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Francisco, CA

My name is Marta!Love kids and enjoy spending time with them.I have a lots of experience working with different ages, started as an au pair, was taking care of twins, and then worked as a preschool teacher for 10 years,ages from 1 till 5 years old. Love doing activities with kids outside, different crafts and projects, visiting museums

“Before we relocated from San Francisco, Marta was our son’s nanny for over 2 years starting from when he was 6 months old. Marta looked after our son and another little boy during this time as part of a nanny share, and developed a close bond with both boys and their families. Marta is one of the kindest and most responsible people I have ever met. She has a gift with children and is a true carer and educator. She is incredibly dedicated to the children she cares for and she is always 100% focused on them. She understands children and knows how to build trust quickly. Marta was an incredible support to our family and was always there when we needed her. It has been a privilege having Marta in our lives. Knowing that such an amazing person was looking after our child was a huge blessing for us. We remain in contact with Marta since moving back home to Sydney, Australia and miss her dearly. I’m very happy to discuss any questions you might have, so please feel free to reach out to me.”

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

Hi, my name is Maria Lopez. I’m 27 years old and I have several years of experience caring for children and assisting older adults. I’m a responsible, patient, and trustworthy person who truly enjoys helping others and creating a safe, warm environment. I recently obtained my nursing license and I’m currently in the process of transferring it to the state of California. During this time, I’m looking for a flexible nanny or caregiver position that allows me to continue with my student schedule, while supporting a family with dedication, respect, and professionalism. I would love the opportunity to become a reliable and caring part of your household.

“Maria was a pleasure to work with! She helped me with various things around the house, including laundry, dishes, and tidying up. She was prompt, hardworking, and did a great job. I will definitely have her back again!”

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Miryam $35 per hour for 1 child

hello mi name is Miryam , I have a degree in marketing, I been working as nanny for 2 .5 years , taking care for children between 8 months to 5 years old, im confortable with different development stages including infants and toddlers. I handling daily routines like feeding,diper changes, naps, and engaging them doing crafts or other activities.

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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."

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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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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?

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