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Shanai 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child

I’m a dependable and caring sitter and eldest daughter of 7 with over 4 years of hands-on nannying experience, caring for infants through children age 10. I’m patient, attentive, and safety-focused, while also making sure kids feel comfortable, engaged, and supported. In addition to childcare, I’ve also provided reliable dog and cat sitting, so I’m very comfortable caring for pets and maintaining households. I’m currently in school pursuing a nursing degree, which has strengthened my compassion, responsibility, and attention to detail. Families describe me as warm, organized, and trustworthy, and I take pride in creating a safe, positive environment for every family I work with. I look forward to supporting your family needs soon!

Shanai has exceptional skill in care giving for young children as well as extensive experience. She has taken care of a wide range of ages of children in the neighborhood anywhere from infants to pre-teen ages. She has always been respectful of property and is extremely reliable and punctual. She follows directions well yet she is also able to incorporate fun and creativity when directly overseeing a child / children. Would definitely recommend her services - you won’t be disappointed. Not only will you continue to request her assistance, but will also recommend her to others as I have.

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Eva 1 review
$34 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello! My name is Eva and I am 25 years old. I was born and raised in San Francisco. I come from a big family with 7 siblings with several nieces and nephews and I began babysitting at a young age. I absolutely love being around kids because they bring so much joy and positive energy. For about 2 years, I worked with kids ranging from the ages 5-10 so I learned a lot within that time. I learned how to be patient with them but also having fun with them at the same time. They bring me so much happiness and I always have a good time with them. I also have experience with toddlers and infants. I worked at a daycare for about 1 year and I was usually alone with 4 babies for a while and then 8 toddlers at another time. With the babies I would watch them, feed them, and then put them down for a nap. With the toddlers I mainly watched them play and then fed them snack. I also have previous experience with 2 families that I connected with through UrbanSitter where I would pick the kids up from school, take them to after school activities, take them home, and feed them dinner. I have a love for kids and hope that I continue to work with them in the future. Thank you for taking your time to read this and I am more than happy to answer any questions. :)

Eva has been taking care of my clients’ 14-month-old daughter on a part-time basis since February 2024. Her work has included feeding her, playing with her, driving her to and from Montessori daycare, light housekeeping (such as laundry, dishes, disinfecting toys), bedtime routine, and helping with the family dog. She traveled with the family both domestically and internationally and was such a big help to everyone! Eva listens carefully, takes direction seamlessly, and works proactively to identify and complete tasks. She is a good driver and can be trusted to adhere to parents’ expectations. She has an incredibly calm demeanor and maintains a positive attitude, even when she’s working long days or baby girl is fussy. We recommend Eva to anyone seeking a sitter. Thanks Eva!

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Mariia 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child

Hi families! My name is Mariia, and I’m a professional nanny with over 8 years of experience caring for children from newborns to toddlers. I will be available to start a new full-time position starting mid to late June. I’m currently working in a full-time nanny share, caring for two sweet 2-year-olds — I’ve been with them since they were just 3 months old. Before this, I worked with a family whose baby boy I cared for from 3 months until he was nearly 2 years old. And before that, I had the joy of working with twin boys — I started when they were only 2 weeks old and stayed until they turned 2.5 years old. I’ve been trusted with newborns, multiples, and everything in between! I approach childcare with deep love and commitment. I treat every child as if they were my own, and I believe in building strong bonds through consistency, communication, and respect. I adapt easily to different parenting styles and always aim to create a calm, nurturing, and joyful environment. I am fluent in English, Russian, and Ukrainian, and I’d be happy to help introduce your child to new languages through play, reading, and everyday routines. I’d love to connect with your family to see if we’re a great fit! I'm available for an in-person meeting or a video chat at your convenience. Looking forward to meeting you! Warmly, Mariia

Mariia is a great and reliable babysitter! She does an amazing job looking after my son and keeping him entertained. I would highly recommend Mariia to all parents.

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Alicia 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child

Hello, good morning/afternoon/ evening, I'm Alicia, you can call me Alii, I have 2 years of experience with children from 1-3 years old and also babies from months, I graduated from high school in 2021, I have a 2 year old baby so I also have experience taking care of babies and I also go to church and there we have a small daycare for children while their parents are listening to the word of God, I love children I love learning from them because I have a 18 month babygirl and believe me from her I have learned many things, I worked in a daycare where I also took care of children of 1-3 years old there I fed them, we did activities, we went out to the park, and I taught them Spanis please if you have more questions let me know, thank you very much have a nice day. :)

Alicia is an amazing person, very kind, friendly and loving with children. I would highly recommend her because she is a young woman with a lot of energy and very helpful.

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Helen
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Francisco, CA

My name is Helen, and I am interested in the part time nanny or babysitter position with your family. I am Chinese and have been living in San Francisco for 24 years. I speak four languages: English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Toishanese. Currently, I work as a preschool teacher and have over 18 years of experience working with young children, including infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. My own child is now grown up, but I still love spending time with children. I would like to use my free time to help families who need childcare. Working with children makes me feel happy and valued. Here are some things about me that I think you might find helpful: 1. Experience with Children: As a preschool teacher in San Francisco, I excel at following children’s interests, creating art projects, connecting them to nature, and developing loose part activities. 2. Safety First: I always make sure children are safe and well-cared for. I am fully vaccinated, recently had a great annual physical exam, and hold a CPR certificate. 3. Fun Activities: I enjoy doing crafts, reading stories, and playing games with children to keep them engaged and happy. 4. Reliable and Trustworthy: You can count on me to be on time and dependable. I am excited about the chance to support your family and help your child. I am happy to discuss your needs and how I can help. I look forward to meeting you and your family.

Helen was a big part of the success of our daughter's wedding. She staffed the child care room so parents could bring their children when they or the children needed a break. Multiple parents told me they would have left much earlier if Helen had not been there. That would have been unfortunate as the kids ruled the dance floor. If we had other child care needs in San Francisco Helen would be our first choice.

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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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