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

Hi families! I have extensive experience caring for children back in my hometown, and here in the U.S. I 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 looked after three energetic boys ages 3, 5, and 7. These experiences gave me strong skills in supporting different age groups, managing routines, and keeping kids engaged and happy. I truly enjoy spending time with children, helping them learn, explore, and have fun in a safe environment.

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

Hello parents my name is Gisselle, but go by Gigi for short! I am originally from Chino/ Ontario area in Southern California and have been living in the bay for 5+ years now! I moved to San Francisco at 18 years old and recently graduated from SFSU with a degree in business marketing and minored in journalism and cinema! During my time in college, I started to nanny and found my passion for cooking! I have plenty of experience with children of various ages and managing multiple tasks including: - school snack prep - carpooling (up to 6 kids) - household management (grocery shopping, cleanup + laundry) - property management - cooking (breakfast+ lunch + dinner) - after school activities for children ( carpooling + attending) And much more! I hope this sounds of interest and am available for any questions or inquiries! :) thank you

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

I am a passionate and loving nanny with six years of experience, including the last four years in the United States. I am 28 years old and originally from Istanbul, Turkey. I have an adventurous and playful personality and truly enjoy spending time with children. My favorite part of my job is building strong relationships with the children and their parents. I love working with kids because of their sweet, playful energy, which comes naturally to me. I find it deeply rewarding to teach children new skills and to watch them grow, develop, and express their unique personalities. In addition to nannying, I am a physical education and sports teacher, running coach, certified pilates instructor, and personal trainer. I am majoring in anatomic kinesiology and am knowledgeable in physical development games and activities for children. I enjoy dancing, hiking, exercising, listening to podcasts, and spending time outdoors with friends and family. I would describe myself as kind, respectful, and caring. I value mutual respect with my employers and hope to build a positive, trusting relationship where I feel like part of the family. I hold a babysitting certificate, am CPR certified, up to date on vaccinations, and I do not smoke. I am comfortable with pets and actually prefer them. While I do not own a car, I have a valid driver’s license. I would love to chat. Thank you for your time and consideration.

👋 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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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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Laura Sofia 3 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Francisco, CA

Hi! I’m Sofía, an experienced and caring nanny with over 5 years of childcare experience. I’ve worked with babies, toddlers, and young kids, helping with daily routines, school drop-offs, activities, homework, meals, and bedtime. I’m patient, loving, energetic, and very responsible. I enjoy creating fun and educational activities like arts & crafts, outdoor play, reading, and creative games. I’m also bilingual (Spanish/English) and happy to teach Spanish naturally through play if families are interested. I’m CPR & First Aid certified, a strong swimmer, have a driver’s license, and I’m comfortable with light housekeeping and pets. I’m very organized, punctual, and always prioritize safety and kindness. Looking forward to supporting your family!

Prompt, caring and got along well with my 5 year old. Would love to work with 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."

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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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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.

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