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Karla 4 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in South San Francisco, CA

My name is Karla S., and I have over 20 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and school-age children. I am currently seeking a temporary or short-term nanny position from now through the end of February, while preparing to begin a full-time role in March. I am happy to support a family during this transition with reliable, loving, and engaging care. I bring extensive experience in infant care, creative age-appropriate activities, and strong communication with parents. I am flexible, nurturing, and dependable, and I enjoy providing consistent support in short-term or transitional situations.

I was so lucky to have Karla watch my son while he was little and am forever grateful for the loving care she gave our son. She is an incredible nanny with a wealth of experience taking care of children. When we first worked with Karla, we were originally in a nanny share and although the other family moved out of the city, we just couldn’t let go of Karla! She cooked, sang, and played our son. She kept him safe, happy, and engaged all day long. She would take him to parks, the museum, the library, and had play dates with other families. He lived his best city life with her! She also introduced me to other moms with kids the same age, whom she knew. A good person like her is always connecting others. In that same vein, Karla was an excellent communicator. She let me know everything that was happening, what she was going to do that day, what they did together, and would send me tons of adorable pictures throughout the day. While in the nanny share, she took care of both kids, one of which was an infant. She balanced both of their needs - nap schedules, feeding, and playing! She multitasked like a pro and kept everyone happy. As a separate note, we also lived up a large hill in SF, with an additional two sets of stairs to get our place. Karla went up and down multiple times a day with two kids, and was still full of energy - always ready to play! We also had two cats that bothered her for attention and she was warm and kind to them too! As you can tell from her references and other reviews, she is an incredible person. I had to commute quite a ways away from my home but never felt nervous when Karla was watching my son. We trusted Karla with our most precious gift and we are so happy to have found her! I could not recommend such a talented, and trustworthy person more highly.

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Giada
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in South San Francisco, CA

Hi, I’m Giada. I have 8 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including: • Newborn and infant care (including overnight care starting at just a few days old and premature baby) • Full-time and live-in nanny positions • Date nights and weekend care • Multiple-children households (up to 3 kids) • Sole-charge care for 2-3 children while parents were on vacation or out of town (24/7 care) I'm experienced with: • Feeding, diaper changes, naps, and sleep routines • Morning and bedtime routines • School drop-off/pick-up and driving to activities • Age-appropriate activities, play, and development • Light household tasks related to childcare • Supporting busy families with scheduling and routines I speak Italian and English and have experience teaching Italian to a 1-year-old through songs, games, and daily activities. I'm certified in Newborn Care, CPR, First Aid & AED (infants and adults), reliable, organized, and very nurturing. I truly love creating a safe, calm, and positive environment where children can thrive. TDAP, Flu and Covid Vaccinations updated.

Giada is amazing and I am so grateful to have her care for our newborn baby! Our little one was born 2 months early and she has been doing overnight care for his first few months of life. Trust is so important when you have such a tiny little one and we sleep at night knowing he’s safe with Giada. This is the best gift. In addition to being amazing with our little one, she also goes above and beyond in other ways. Our laundry is always folded, dishes and counter cleaned, and all of baby’s stuff tidied up. We highly recommend Giada!

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Paulina
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$38 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in South San Francisco, CA

Hi! I’ve been a babysitter/nanny for over 7 years. My most recent experience is as an evening nanny with morning availability, as well as a teaching aid for kiddos with disabilities. Thank you!

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Karla
Booked by 1 repeat family
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in South San Francisco, CA

Hi, my name is Karla. I’m the oldest of six siblings, ranging in age from 2 to 19, I’ve been around little ones my whole life! I’m originally from South San Francisco and currently studying at Saddleback College, working toward a career in teaching. I began babysitting my own siblings, then started caring for children of my mom’s friends. After high school, I managed a shoe store for two years, but I realized my passion was working with children. Since then, I’ve spent the last four years in licensed daycare centers, starting in a preschool classroom, then moving to toddlers, and currently a lead teacher in Pre-K. I also have some experience with infants and am very open to working with them more. Working in a variety of daycare settings has exposed me to different teaching philosophies and approaches to early childhood development. I genuinely enjoy helping kids reach their developmental milestones and creating a positive, supportive environment for them to grow.

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Hannah $18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in South San Francisco, CA

Hi families! My name is Hannah and I currently work monday-thursday as a nanny for a set a twins that have recently turned 3! I have worked in childcare for over 5 years and have a niece and nephew that I absolutely adore and care for as if they were my own. I am super energetic and frequently get applauded for my enthusiasm by my current family. I speak conversational Korean and have taught the little ones many Korean words, phrases, and children's songs. Children are learning SPONGES and I love being able to be part of someone's educational growth while having fun. I prepare meals, take them to the park, give them baths, and of course play and read to the children I take care of. I have my own vehicle and also have a membership to the Oakland Zoo and Academy of Science (child must be under 3) that I can use to take your child on a fun adventure! I graduated from SFSU in 2014 and I am hoping to open up my own daycare in spring of 2017 in the peninsula. I have always loved taking care of children and I am happy that I get to do it for a living now!

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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."

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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 South San Francisco nanny agency?

Nanny agencies in South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco, interview candidates, and hire directly.

What types of nannies can I find in South San Francisco?

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