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177 experienced nannies in San Mateo, CA

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Anna Lidia 2 reviews
$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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Katherine 2 reviews
$37 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in San Mateo, CA

Hi! I’m Katie and I am looking for a full time nanny position! I have 9 years of child care experience with children ages 3 months- 12 years old. I’m a very active and punctual & truly love children. I am a firm believer about schedules and routines. I graduated from menlo college with my BA in psychology and have been part of the Stanford police department since I was 14, and now I do a part time role as a Safety Events Patrol Officer! I am CPR & first aid certified, and am available for date nights/ overnights as well. I’m very flexible and would love to find a long term family to call close family!

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Cuiling
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in San Mateo, CA

Hello! I am Cuiling! I'm married and have two children. I have educational background in child development. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I am honest, reliable, patient, and creative. I truly value the time spend with children --- keeping them company, playing together, and growing side by side. Children are as vast and beautiful as the ocean and the stars! I am grateful to everyone who has offered me or will go to offer me a job opportunity. Let's join hands together to create a happier life! Thank you!

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Wailani
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$50 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in San Mateo, CA

Hi! I’m Wailani, a dependable and caring nanny with 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I strive to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and feel supported. I’m experienced with school drop-offs and pick-ups, preparing healthy meals and snacks, planning age-appropriate activities, helping with homework, bedtime routines, and light household tasks related to the children. I believe in open communication with families and enjoy building long-lasting relationships based on trust and reliability. Families describe me as patient, organized, energetic, and attentive. I treat every child as if they were my own and love helping them reach new milestones. I look forward to finding a wonderful family that I can support and grow with!

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Katherine 2 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Mateo, CA

Hello! I’m Katherine (Kate). I am currently offering child care (5 years experience) , household, and cleaning services. Full time or part time I truly love being around kids. As a babysitter/nanny I can provide you experience, kindness, trust, responsibility. I consider myself easygoing, patient, affectionate, clean, organized. -I have experience driving -Pet friendly -Non-smoker I have been taking care kids. I can cook, drive to appointments, making crafts, arts, homework help. I can do extra things like errands or rides. So happy to share a little about me. I hope I can help in the safe care of your child. If you have some questions please do not hesitate to ask me.

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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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