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175 experienced nannies in San Mateo, CA

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Aleyna
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews
Belmont
$29 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in San Mateo, CA

I am a physical education teacher and I have been working with children for 5 years, I love children and I have a pedagogical formation. I have worked with children aged 1-10 both at home and at school. I am currently looking after twins and I think I am adequately equipped to take care of children.

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Debora Teixeira 2 reviews
Belmont
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Mateo, CA

I am an experienced and dedicated childcare provider with of experience caring for newborns, babies, toddlers, and children of all ages. CPR certified in California through the American Safety and Health Institute. I am a responsible and trustworthy professional who prioritizes children's safety, well-being, and development. I have experience with children who have allergies. I hold a degree in Design, which helps me encourage children's creativity and support their cognitive development through engaging, age-appropriate activities. I have hands-on experience with potty training and sleep training and am fully capable of managing a wide range of childcare tasks, including diaper changes, meal preparation, laundry and clothing organization, and activity planning. I am known for being highly organized, proactive, caring, honest, and dependable

Deb has been a huge help to our family. We don't know how we would have survived the busy newborn phase without her. We met Deb when she was helping another child at the same co-op preschool and I saw how attentive she was with him and all the other children in the class. During this intense time with us, she potty trained our child and has shown great care with his food allergies. She's helped manage his anxiety and fostered coping mechanisms as he's adapted to so much change. We are completely comfortable with her taking our children out each day for very engaging and thoughtful activities (library story times, park, school, swim class, the allergy clinic, etc) while looking out for their safety and security. Our kids absolutely love her and look forward to playing together each day.

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Nicole
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
Burlingame
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Mateo, CA

I'm certified as a newborn care specialist and pediatric sleep consultant. I've spent many years working on and off with children in various roles including assisting in after-school art and reading programs, instructing children's fitness classes, and most consistently, as a nanny focused on infant/toddler development. I love being around kids of all different ages and am inspired by their growing curiosity and excitement to learn about life!

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Anna Lidia 2 reviews
Belmont
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Mateo, CA

Hello! My name is Anna Parente, and I have over 6 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to school-age kids. I am a warm, reliable, and patient caregiver who loves helping children learn, grow, and feel safe. My experience includes newborn care, infant feeding, diaper changes, sleep routines, tummy time, developmental activities, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and school-age care. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have worked as both a nanny and overnight newborn caregiver. In addition, I am a Certified Postpartum Doula and Certified Newborn Care Specialist (NCS), which gives me specialized training in newborn care, feeding support, sleep routines, and supporting families during the postpartum period. I am based in Redwood City and serve families throughout the Bay Area. I look forward to connecting with your family and learning how I can help! 🩵

We were looking for a caretaker for taking care of our 10 month old daughter for a month, before she started day care. Fortunately for us and our daughter, we ended up meeting Anna through urbansitter. Anna is extremely loving, sincere, hardworking and responsible. She quickly ramped up to our daughter's schedule, in a matter of 1-2 days. She was always on time, flexible when we needed her for a couple of extra hours during the end of the day. Within a matter of 1 week, she gained our complete trust. Her responsibilities included watching over our daughter, keeping her engaged, feeding her milk and solids, putting her for her day naps, laundry. Aside from these she would also proactively help us with some minor chores. She also keeps her environment very clean and organized. We also have a 2 year old dog who is extremely playful and loving. Anna was super friendly with our dog too. Overall, I would highly recommend her for families out there. The only reason we couldn't continue with her was because our daughter started day care.

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Yuan Chun Kelly
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
San Carlos
$37 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Mateo, CA

I've always had a passion for helping children develop and grow. With over 25 years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child from new born, toddler and preschoolers. I'm extremely patient, and friendly. I know how to communicate effectively with parents about their child's day. I follow the parents' lead in enforcing household rules and am comfortable caring for one child or two children at a time. I'm a big kid at heart. I'm not afraid being silly with kids. I enjoy playing all sorts of games with children, both indoors and outdoors. Also love to have my own story time, music dancing and art class with a little one !!! In addition to my Early Childhood Development coursework, I have First Aid and CPR training, and am TrustLine certified. I also speak Chinese and English. As a caregiver, I'm committed to fostering a positive and enriching experience for both children and their families.

We have been fortunate to have Kelly help raise our daughters (3 years and 10 months old) for the past 2.5 years. During that time she has been a wonderful part of our family. Our daughters adore Kelly. She brings a fun, warm energy with enthusiasm daily. She reads and sings with our girls throughout the day in both English and Chinese. Every day, she takes our daughter outside on a walk or visit to the library. She is also great at mealtimes getting our kids to eat full meals. With our older daughter she would help with art projects. She is attentive and gentle with our 10 month old. She shows genuine affection and care for our girls and they clearly love her. Kelly is reliable - she shows up on time (typically early) ALWAYS and comes in ready to care for our daughters right away. We’ve needed her help for 10 hours each day, and she remains attentive to our kids all day. Kelly is conscientious - she always changes the baby’s diaper before handing her off to us. And she is dedicated - she worked overtime hours when we needed extra help when my wife went into labor with our second. We especially appreciate Kelly understands the importance of the big variables to solve for with young kids - full sleep and good meals - and she communicates regularly about their naps and appetite. Altogether, we’ve had a wonderful experience with Kelly. We would happily and readily recommend Kelly to another 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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Frequently asked questions about San Mateo nanny services

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?

Yes, every San Mateo nanny must clear an annual background check, and each profile is individually reviewed by our Trust & Safety team. Learn more about what's included in the background check..

What's the difference between UrbanSitter and a San Mateo nanny agency?

Nanny agencies in San Mateo 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 Mateo, interview candidates, and hire directly.

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.

Do I need a nanny contract?

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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