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179 experienced nannies in San Mateo, CA

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Rates vary by schedule, experience, and responsibilities.

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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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Daniela
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
San Mateo
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in San Mateo, CA

Hello, I am a 24 year old university student working on their teaching credentials. I completed college and obtained my Associates degree in social and behavioral sciences as well as an Associates in Humanities. I have been babysitting for 8+ years now and I have always loved getting to grow/learn from every child’s needs! I’ve worked with infants, toddlers, and older kids. I also have a little brother and sister so I have experience from first hand with babies and older children. I recently worked as a New Comers teacher helping students with learning English and homework. I am always patient and kind and willing to learn new things that accommodate to every child. I have awesome references as well ready to be provided. 🙂 I love to play the piano and write and books! I am very happy to do arts and crafts with children, take a stroll to the park or a museum, I have a clean driving record and up to date with all my vaccines! Please feel free to reach out and I can offer my resume or references from my past families!

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Wailani
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
San Mateo
$30 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
Belmont
$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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Samantha
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
San Mateo
$50 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Mateo, CA

Hi! My name is Sam, and I am a recent college grad looking for some supplemental income while entering the job market. I am great with pets, and have been taking care of my own cat Lou for many years. I have pet-sat for friends and clients for over 4 years, and have experience taking care of pets with medications and other medical needs. With my own cat, I know how important it is to find a flexible and trustworthy petsitter! I am happy to walk dogs, spend time with pets during the day, and feed and care for pets while you are away. My schedule is very flexible, so I have plenty of time to visit your pet during the day or schedule over-night stays during the week or weekend. I happy to adapt to whatever quirks and emotional or physical needs your pet has! If there are any medical needs or personality issues to be aware of, I would love to organize a visit ahead of time to get to know the pet and their home. I am also happy to do other small things around the house as needed, like watering plants or bringing in packages.

Samantha has taken phenomenal care of my puppy the past few months. She is responsible and respectful and has been a great communicator.

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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?

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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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