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Bryan 8 reviews
$37 per hour for 1 child

I'm currently doing occasional care for 3 and 6 years old boys in Redwood Shores, a 12 years old kid in Portola Valley, 6-8 years old boys in Los Altos and a 15months old in Foster City and I also have experience with 15, 18, 24 months old girls and boys working with several families across West Bay Area. One of the Bay Area's Top Rated Sitter/Caregiver and Driver with Amazing Reviews and Strong References..!! I'm passionate, proactive and creative about supporting each child's growth, learning, and happiness at every stage of their life. With hands on experience caring for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school age kids, and teens, I create nurturing, engaging fun and safe environments that encourage self discovery and development through play, games, and Montessori activities. I'm understanding, organized, compassionate, patient, protective and very empathetic, striving to help children thrive. As someone who values conscious health, I promote safe, natural habits in daily life. I like working out, and I'm strong and fast, both physically and mentally, staying calm and quick to respond whenever a situation calls for it. Along with my child development work, I have a background in animal behavior and pet care, running group hikes for pets (I love animals). I believe in treating pets as valued family members, focusing on their well being and happiness. I try to live congruently with my values. I'm enthusiastic, and love to bring out the best in everyone(yes even animals). I'm a smart techy and also great as a family assistant if needed, plus I have a Graphic Design Degree and clean driving record(Also have clean reliable car), very good with arts, science, geography, AI, and elevated mindset. I speak Spanish if you would like your kids to practice a different language. I was in my own restaurant business for 5 years. Would love to have the opportunity to get on a call with you and give and get more details.. Looking forward to hear back from you. Have a great week..!! With love Bryan.

Bryan♥️🙏🏻 helped my son improve his communication at home, he's very thoughful and helpful guy.. He's just another family member for us..!!🙏🏻😊

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Brandi
Booked by 3 repeat families
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Stanford, CA

New to Urban Sitter. I am a mom of 3 beautiful kids, 15, 20, 23. I have been a nanny for 9 years and was a stay at home mom for 14 years. I absolutely LOVE kids of all ages. I am also a huge animal lover. I have 3 cats, a dog and a bird. I love being silly, singing and cooking. Though I am not fluent in Spanish, I can definitely get by and know how to carry on a conversation. I’m very hard working and detail oriented. Cleaning and organizing are my specialties. I love taking kids out for adventures (park, library, music classes, the zoo, etc.) and would love to be able to create a fun environment. I have lots of experience working with children of all ages from newborns to teenagers. My one negative is that I’m HIGHLY allergic to everyone’s favorite scent….Lavender. I can’t smell it or touch it or my throat will close. Lavender plants outside are perfectly fine. I’m well versed in food allergies as I have celiac disease and follow a very strict gluten free diet. I also have knowledge with vegan and other dietary sensitivities/preferences. If you’re looking for a nanny that will make your home run smoothly, pick me!

Brandi is an exceptional nanny - highly experienced with all ages and incredibly energetic and warm. We were fortunate to have her as our full-time nanny and an integral part of our family for nearly 4 years. She cared for our older son from 4 months on and helped us set a regular napping/feeding schedule with him right off the bat. Over the years, she helped us transition to new nap schedules, new foods, new activities, and a new little brother. Brandi maintained a fun weekly schedule with both boys, taking them to library story times, MyGym, music classes, and coming up with myriad arts and crafts activities. We highly recommend Brandi - it’s such a relief to have an experienced caregiver you can trust!

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Dominick
Booked by 2 repeat families
4 reviews
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in Stanford, CA

I’m a 26-year-old nanny with over two years of experience as an au pair and several years working with families throughout the Bay Area. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged kids and I’m currently getting certified as a postpartum doula. I studied law in Brazil and occasionally help my mom with her law firm, which has strengthened my organization, responsibility and communication skills. I’m fluent in Portuguese and English, speak basic Spanish and I used to play soccer in Brazil, which helps me bring fun, energy and active play into my caregiving. I’m caring, reliable, and dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children can thrive.

Dominick arrived on time, and my 7yo and 9yo boys had lots of fun with her! When my husband arrived home, they were flying paper airplanes together. We would love to have her back!

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Damla
Booked by 3 repeat families
4 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Stanford, CA

Hi Parents, My name is Damla, I have several years of experience caring for children ranging from 6 months to 13 years old, both with local families and long-term positions. I truly enjoy working with kids,helping with homework, playing games, doing creative activities, and keeping their daily routines fun and structured. I am currently looking for part-time nanny/babysitting opportunities. Families I have worked with describe me as warm, reliable, and responsible. I can also provide strong references upon request. I genuinely love spending time with children and being part of their growth. Looking forward to meeting your family! Warmly, Damla

Damla was great with our four kiddos and handled getting them fed and to bed no problem! They liked her too. Highly recommend.

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Catia
Booked by 3 repeat families
3 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Stanford, CA

Hi! My name is Catia — I’m 25 years old and based in Palo Alto. I have several years of experience working with children from toddlers through elementary school, both in private homes and educational settings. I currently work as a Program Manager with Right At School at Ohlone Elementary, where I lead after-school programs that support kids’ social, emotional, and academic growth. Alongside that, I’ve provided nanny and babysitting care for multiple families over the years, caring for children as young as 4months up to 5 years old. I love creating fun, engaging, and safe environments for kids to learn and explore through play. I’m also CPR and First Aid certified, bilingual in Spanish, and experienced with supporting children with different learning and behavioral needs. Families describe me as responsible, kind, and dependable, and I truly enjoy building positive relationships with both kids and parents. I’d love to bring that same energy and care to your family! -Catia :)

My daughter loved playing with Catia! She was very fun and engaged with art projects and playing dolls :) We would love to have her back another time!

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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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