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Jessica
Booked by 16 repeat families
11 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 29 families in Sherman Oaks, CA

Hey Parents! My name is Jessica and I was born and raised in Austin, TX. I graduated with a BA in Theater Arts from the University of Texas at Austin. I have been a babysitter/nanny off and on for the last 13 years. I have looked after newborns and children up to 14 years of age. I truly enjoy spending time with them and being apart of their development journeys. My responsibilities have included picking up/driving children, light child-related household duties, putting down for naps/bedtime (we love a nap routine!), cooking/preparing meals, feeding, helping with homework, reading, going out for walks, and of course general care and playtime! In my off time I have founded a nonprofit called Orísun Collective, and we host creative arts summer camps for kids in Nigeria. I would run the camp as well as teach the acting class. My hope is that all children will have the space and support to be their full selves and reach their full potential. I am a very goal-oriented person, and I know that I am capable of achieving every single thing I put my mind to. I have been hosting an event every 6 months for the last 10 years called Girls With Goals, where I bring a group of women together at my house and we talk about our goals, write them down, and keep each other accountable throughout the year. Everyone always leaves inspired and motivated to conquer their goals!

Jessica was amazing. We hired her multiple times to watch our two kids under 3, and every experience was a great one. She was dependable, kind, patient, and very good with both children. She made us feel at ease. She is caring, capable, and experienced. We were grateful for her help and would gladly hire her again.

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Julia
Booked by 7 repeat families
11 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 15 families in Sherman Oaks, CA

Hello! My name is Julia. I am an experienced nanny and babysitter always looking to help families with their childcare needs from infants through teenagers. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Musical Theatre with a Concentration in Dance, 2018 GPA: 3.8 EXPERIENCE: I’ve supported families with everything from school pickups in my own car, homework help, and activity transportation to meal preparation, household organization, and creating engaging, age-appropriate activities. Known for my reliability, patience, and ability to connect with kids of all ages, I strive to create a safe, supportive, and fun environment where children can thrive. Alongside childcare, I work as a film producer, which has strengthened my organization, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills—qualities I bring to every family I work with.

Julia was an absolute star!! She had the energy of 10 people and my 4 year old and 7 month old absolutely adored her. I heard laughter in our house nonstop from the moment she arrived. A very special person!

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Erica
Booked by 17 repeat families
24 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 50 families in Sherman Oaks, CA

Dear Parents, I am a former preschool teacher and I do one on one Kindergarten readiness classes. If your child is between 3-5 and needs skills for the years ahead, I am here. My approach is to use play-centered activities to guide them toward learning useful skills needed for school. Children develop in safe and comfortable environments and what better place than their own home and a skilled teacher. I help with letter and number recognition, beginning sounds of the alphabet, establishing left or right handedness, etc. My graduate degree is in Primary Education and I have a valid Child Development Permit issued from California. Currently, I am free some days, most evenings and on weekends. I do have FBI clearance and I do have a parent you can call for a reference but basically my years of experience speak for itself. I look forward to hearing from you. Choose me if you want someone fun-loving and responsible. Current CPR and First Aid Training. Thank you Erica

Erica was excellent with my 3 year old! She watched him for 5.5 hours and he had a lot of fun with her : ) We’ll have you back Erica!

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Catherine
Booked by 10 repeat families
14 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 29 families in Sherman Oaks, CA

Hi! I'm Cathy!. I live in Studio City. I have lots of fun playing pretend when sitting! Other activities I do with children include board games, outdoor play, reading, arts and crafts, math, writing, reading, spanish. I am patient, caring, professional, responsible, and punctual. available for occasional date nights

Catherine was a professional, organized, kind and thoughtful sitter. My son loved her. She was creative and playful and gentle and very smart. We will definitely work with her again.

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Madelyn
Booked by 8 repeat families
22 reviews
$26 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 29 families in Sherman Oaks, CA

Hi, my name is Madelyn and I would love to help take care of your children! I have over 8 years of experience in taking care of infants and toddlers! I adore kids and animals. Museums? Beach? Parks? Love it all! I´ve been babysitting my family´s family friends and neighbors kids since I was 15- toddlers and kids up to age 15. I am fluent in English and Spanish. Any other questions? Please feel free to contact me :) I look forward to hearing from you.

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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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What's the difference between UrbanSitter and a Sherman Oaks nanny agency?

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What types of nannies can I find in Sherman Oaks?

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