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

My name is Maria Jasmine and I bring over 13 years of professional nanny experience specializing in newborns, infants, and toddlers. I’ve worked with families of 1–2 children and pride myself on creating a nurturing, safe, and enriching environment where little ones can thrive. I’m bilingual in English and Spanish, CPR certified, and fully up to date on all vaccinations including COVID and booster. I have a clean driving record and am happy to use my personal car to take children on age-appropriate outings to playgrounds, museums, the zoo, and other local adventures that support learning and curiosity. I love incorporating music, storytelling, sensory play, and early learning activities into each day. I tailor experiences based on your child’s developmental stage and interests. Walks, nature play, and local park visits are part of our daily rhythm. I believe children grow best when they’re active and engaged with the world around them. I have hands-on experience with sleep training, baby-led weaning, and helping children reach key milestones in a calm, supportive way. I work closely with parents to provide consistent updates, collaborate on routines, and ensure we’re always aligned on what’s best for your child. I’m organized, proactive, and respectful of your home, and I support structure and routines that make your days smoother and more enjoyable. Above all, I care deeply about helping children feel safe, confident, and loved whether we’re snuggling with a book or discovering worms after the rain. I come highly recommended and would love to connect to see if I’m the right fit for your family.

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Somjai 2 reviews
San Francisco
$35 per hour for 1 child

Hi, my name is Mui McCarthy. I’m an empty nester with two kids. (Kids are two years apart) I was a full time mother with experiences with preschool volunteer both in the US and overseas. I helped family and friends babysitting their children very often. My nanny experiences 1. Full time taking care of a two year old. Started from 7 am. Got him ready after breakfast, packed lunch. Off to daily activities, playground, beach, music class, arts class, museum, playdates and many activities according to his age appropriate. The family moved to New York 2. My second full time job is taking of a year and a half. In the morning I sit with him for breakfast, cleaning up and get ready for the day. Activities included taking him to playground, park, music class, gymnastics, soccer class, library and playdates. I help the family plan his activities, toys and books ideas that appropriate to his age. Also helping plan his meals as the parents are vegetarians but still want kid to have meat options. The family moved to East Bay. 3. My current family. I take care of a two-year-old. I started when he was a year old. I was full-time and now part-time as he is in daycare. My core of being a nanny is to provide a safe and healthy environment for a child. Help and coordinate with parents to develop the kids' milestones with appropriate activities. Communication and sharing the daily routine with parents is important to me. I’m a kind, calm, patient, clean, high energy and very responsive person. I have a college degree. I have a car and very safe driver. I’m don’t smoke/drugs.

Somjai is a very good friend of mine. We’ve known each other since 2016. When she was living in Dallas, I always spent time with her along with my children (6 year old son and 4 year old daughter) Somjai is a natural caregiver as she played with my kids, cooked delicious meals, and showed her generosity to my children. Moreover, Somjai is highly organized, reliable, and trustworthy. She is warm, compassionate, and caring. She picked me and my kids up from the airport after our international trip. I was very grateful for that. I highly recommend her for the position of nanny. She has the experience, skills, and personal qualities to excel in this role and provide exceptional care to the children.

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Catherine 2 reviews
San Francisco
$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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Maria
Booked by 1 repeat family
San Francisco
$30 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 many 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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seda
Booked by 3 repeat families
3 reviews
San Francisco
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in San Francisco, CA

Hi, my name is Seda. I am originally from Turkey and speak both Turkish and English fluently. I currently live in Mission Terrace, San Francisco. I am a university graduate with nearly five years of professional childcare experience in the United States. I first came to the U.S. as an au pair, where I gained valuable hands-on experience in an American household setting. I have my own reliable vehicle, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record. I am a non-smoker, CPR and First Aid certified, and I always prioritize children's safety and well-being. Throughout my experience, I have worked with children of all ages-from newborns to 15 years old-which has allowed me to adapt to different developmental stages and confidently support infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and teenagers. For the past two years, I have worked with a wonderful family caring for two children. I began caring for L. when she was just 3 months old (she is now 2 years old), and I also cared for A., who was 4 when I started and is now 6. With L., I focused on infant and toddler development, including play-based learning, arts and crafts, story time, outdoor activities, and supporting developmental milestones. With A., I supported his school routine, helped with homework, and planned engaging activities that encouraged independence and confidence. I regularly transported the children to school, activities, and playdates, always ensuring they were safe, happy, and well cared for. Being part of their daily lives and watching them grow has been incredibly meaningful to me. I am now looking for my next long-term position with a loving family where I can continue to provide nurturing, responsible, and dependable care. Thank you very much for your time and consideration. I would be happy to share references or provide any additional information. You can reach me at [[[[[[removed]](tel:7207033800)]

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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.

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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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