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Supaporn
Booked by 4 repeat families
9 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in San Mateo, CA

Hi! My name is Supaporn, but I go by Apple. I have 7 years of experience taking care of children aged 0 to 5. I am adept at organizing children's daily schedules, including meals, school, and recreational activities. I am proficient in communicating with children at different developmental stages. I also have a son. He is 2.5 year old. He just transitioned from part-time to full-time school, so I'm currently seeking work during his school hours to align with my schedule. I find great joy in nurturing children's curiosity, energy, and happiness. I consistently follow parental guidance, and I believe that crafting and projects are powerful tools for their growth. My strengths include being calm, patient, respectful, friendly, and flexible, and I am always ready to assist. Experiences : Nanny - 05/2020 to Present (same family) I cared for a girl full-time from the age of 9 months until she reached 16 months. Then, due to my pregnancy, I was able to watch her part-time for a couple of months, and eventually, occasionally. Responsibilities: • Provide breakfast, lunch, and snacks throughout the day • Cleaned up after meals, ran and emptied dishwasher. • Take the girl to the library, walks, playground, and classes • Devise enjoyable games and activities to enrich her day Nanny Full Time (04/2019 - 12/2019) Responsibilities: • Care for one child (girl - 10 months to 18 months old). • Prepare breakfast, lunch and snack during the day • Clean up after meals, run and empty dishwasher. • Take the girl to the library for story time/go for a walk/playground before lunch time. • Help with kid's laundry. Au pair (08/2015 - 08/2017) Responsibilities: • Cared for two children (girl - 11 months to almost 3 years, and boy almost 3 years old to almost 5 years old). • Prepared breakfast, lunch, dinner for both kids and family dinner once a week. • Cleaned up after meals, ran and emptied dishwasher. • Helped with potty training and changed diapers and gave them baths/showers. • Prepared clothes and helped them get ready to go out, also helped them get ready bedtime and naps. • Dropped-off and picked up the boy from school, swim class and speech therapy. • Took the girl to library for story-time/walk while waiting to pick up the boy at school. • Did crafts for fun, projects, and for special occasions, read books, played toys and helped each other clean up after. Please message me if you have any questions, then we can talk more and discuss. Thank you!

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Leslie
Booked by 9 repeat families
15 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 17 families in San Mateo, CA

Hi families! 🤍 My name is Leslie, I am born and raised in the Bay Area. I’m a triple major in Child and Adolescent Development and Double concentration in Information Systems & Decision Sciences at San Francisco State University! (Finished December 2024🎉). I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for children. I believe children teach us valuable lessons in countless ways! My experience includes volunteering in a K-12 after school program and caring for family members from toddler through their early teens. Some duties included: Assisting them with homework, making sure they are safe on the playground, playing games/board games, and assisting with snack/lunch time. I also have worked with families for weekly scheduled times. Duties included pick up from school & driving them to their after school sport activities! On occasions, helping with bedtime routines. As for pets, I’ve been surrounded by them my entire life, both in my own home and while helping care for the pets of family and friends. I also have experience pet-sitting for families and truly enjoy forming bonds with furry companions. Thank you for considering me to support your family’s needs. I look forward to the opportunity to connect!😊 **I have my own transportation**

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Andrea
Booked by 4 repeat families
6 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in San Mateo, CA

I have experience working with many families at different levels of need - full/part time, temporary and travel nanny as well as a back up care basis with Care.com. Although, i have 22 years of experience, I’m always learning. If you have any questions, please feel to reach out! I have a pitch-in attitude and able to multi-task with nanny services and household management duties including grocery and pantry inventory, mailing packages, assisting with children’s laundry, cooking nutritional meals and snacks for children with emphasis on healthy and organic food, keeping children's area neat and tidy, organizing the playroom and other areas of the house, planning outings and keeping a calendar of events and doctor’s appointments. Skilled in creating schedules and keeping on top of changes in children’s daily schedules activities, overseeing planning for holidays and birthdays, researching children’s activities, summer camps and events. I am tech savvy and proficient in Research Skills, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power Point, Google Docs and Calendar. I love animals (dogs and cats) and would be very happy to walk your dog around the neighborhood hiking. I can help with pet care services whatever you need. I like being proactive and jumping in where needed to help the family's lives run smoothly. I follow strict social distancing protocol during COVID-19. Overall, I keep an open, transparent line of communication with families. I enjoy outdoor, educational activities and sensory play to stimulate physical, social, cognitive development as well as motor skills.

Andrea is wonderful - she is reliable, experienced, smart, and responsible. She took care of my kids for two VERY long days when I had to attend a work conference. She got them off screens and out of the house, and they really enjoyed her. She also fed my dogs dinner!

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Maya
Booked by 4 repeat families
8 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 13 families in San Mateo, CA

Hi! My name is Maya and I am a recent Berkeley graduate! I live in Daly City and have been babysitting multiple families throughout the Bay Area over the past 9 years! I’ve provided childcare for children ages 1-10 and as well as have experience working with children with special needs and learning disabilities. I also have taken on additional duties such as tutoring in Math and English, after school pickup and drop offs (I have my own vehicle!), taking children to parks, museums, etc and I’ve been on care.com for a few years now and decided to try Urban Sitter! I have a very flexible schedule this summer and can connect you with references and answer any questions!

My kids had a wonderful time with Maya. They were asking for her to come back before she even left!

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Alejandra
Booked by 5 repeat families
7 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 17 families in San Mateo, CA

Hi families! I’m Alejandra, a Bay Area native, proud mom, and experienced childcare provider with 8+ years of hands-on experience caring for children from infancy through school age. I’ve worked with families in both babysitting and nanny roles, and I truly love creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel comfortable and supported. My experience includes infant and toddler care, school-age care, diapering, bottle feeding, naps/bedtime routines, school pickups, homework help, meal/snack prep, and keeping kids engaged with fun, age-appropriate activities. I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your children, and I take that responsibility seriously. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, have a clean driving record, and I’m happy to help with light housekeeping, errands, and family support as needed. Whether you’re looking for an occasional/date-night sitter or a dependable full-time nanny, I’d love to connect and see if I’d be a good fit for your family!

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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 Mateo nanny agency?

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What types of nannies can I find in San Mateo?

On UrbanSitter, you can find full-time, part-time, and live-in nannies in San Mateo. 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 Mateo 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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