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Babysitters in Portola Valley, CA

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Tatiane F.


Mountain View, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Tatiane, though I go by Tati. I'm from Brazil but living in Mountain View, CA. I'm a Holistic Nutrition Consultant for Pregnancy and Postpartum and a Postpartum Doula/Newborn Care Specialist. I've been working with childcare since 2018. I started as an Au Pair (took care of a toddler and newborn until they...
Tatiane can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"It is our pleasure to recommend Tati P as a nanny. She has been caring for our 15 month old since she turned three months old in November 2020. Tati is reliable, affectionate, and supportive. She was a wonderful nanny to our little one and helped us in...

Ali L.

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Daniella R.


Mountain View, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sister For All Ages, And Smile Creator.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello valued family! I am an attentive and patient carrer nanny, household manager, and family assistant with 10+ years of experience. I live in Mountain View, I'm fully vaccinated, I consider myself a completely self-starting person, with keen eyes, by hiring me, you will leave your children in good hands, your house in...
Daniella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Dani has been our nanny for a little over a month now. She is extremely dependable, loving, and a huge help for our two kiddos (5 y/o and 1.5 y/o). She has taken care of everything during a 9-5 workday including snacks and mealtime, clean up, trips to the...

Mike F.

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Wei L.


Palo Alto, CA

$35/hr2 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Wei,I Am Offering Childcare.

Hi My name is Wei, I am offering childcare. When I was 16 years old I became a babysitter, I love being a babysitter, and have been watching infant, toddlers, and kids. I can take care of multiple kids at same time. I'm pet lover, especially cats and dogs. I can speak English and Chinese.
Wei can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Very responsible and great with kids. She goes above and beyond and is great at rolling with changes in schedule, situation, etc."

Roger H.

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Michelle V.


Redwood City, CA

$27/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, social, and creative. I started working with kids when was 15. I am currently 21. I like working with kids because I love seeing kids learn and develop social skills. I'm looking for a job with a set time. I would also prefer to have set instructions on what to and not to do. In my spare...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Michelle is great with my baby. I just returned to work from maternity leave in May and Michelle has been babysitting my son since. As a mother it's reassuring when someone taking care of your baby follows all instructions and my baby is happy. I know that when I...

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Ruby L.


Redwood City, CA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

3.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ruby and I am a 22-year-old student at Boise state (I am a remote student). I have been babysitting since I was 14 and nannying since I was 18. I really love working with kids because they bring so much joy and playfulness. I have babysat for children ages 8 months -15 years old. I am working as an after school...
Ruby can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Ruby for childcare and family assistance. This was during covid and Ruby was a huge help to our family during a very difficult time. She was dependable, our kids enjoyed spending time with her and developed a strong bond. We would very happily work with...

Sam W.

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Rocio P.


Redwood City, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Rocio I used to work for a cleaning company for many years and been working full time nanny for the past year for a 3-year-old and 2 now they are in school full time I work with them on weekends. I've been working for a family in Palo Alto in the evenings for 11 years. The youngest daughter graduated college this...
Rocio can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Rocio has been with our family for the last 10 years and hoping she will continue for the next 10. From being a nanny to our last child she has transitioned to our part time housekeeper and a member of our family. She is very dependable, honest and hardworking. We...

Pavan B.

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Julie W.


Redwood City, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Redwood City /Babysitter Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! Do you need help with after school care, evenings, weekends, date nights? Walk the dog, feed the cat, pick up from soccer practice? I'm available part time. I can help with "Bedtime Routine" baths, showers, stories, maybe even a puppet show. After your loved ones are ready for bed. I'm able to help with that...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Julie watched our baby and 3-year-old several times, and we have nothing but wonderful things to say about her! She is warm and calm and trustworthy. A true gem."

Amy L.

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Guadalupe C.


Menlo Park, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Guadalupe. I am 52 years old and I have 20+ years of experience as a nanny. I have experience working with children ages from newborns to 10-year-olds. Im currently Iooking for a family that requires assistance with their children. I have experience working on a family daycare and with twins. I have good...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of entrusting my 6-month-old baby to Lupe for a date night, and I could not have been more impressed by the level of care she demonstrated. Punctuality is essential when you're planning an evening out, and Guadelupe showed up right on...

Kim H.

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Veronica D.


Palo Alto, CA

$30-35/hr11 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Veronica, I have 10 years of experience. Previously worked for two amazing families. I am also very reliable, responsible, energetic and love to take kids to the park, library read books to them. help them with their growth and hit their mile stones. I am willing to help around the house with house chores. I...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Veronica was able to provide last minute care for our 15month old daughter. Veronica's kind and gentle nature was incredible. Our daughter just gravitated to her! She was punctual, kept our daughter on her schedule, and helped with cleanup while our daughter...

Laura A.

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Kaitlyn G.


Redwood City, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. My mom has been running an at-home through our home since I was just 1 years old, so I have lots of experience caring for children of all ages! I have loved getting to watch so many children grow from tiny humans into smart, curious children. I am fully...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn is the best of the best!! Before meeting Kaitlyn, my husband and I were a little nervous about hiring a nanny for our three young kids (10mos, 2 & 4 at the time), but luckily we found Kaitlyn and she was so amazing that we instantly felt comfortable leaving...

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Kelsey S.


Mountain View, CA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Taker

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a teacher looking for part time work after 4 p.m. on weekdays and with flexibility on Saturdays and Sundays. I have been babysitting since the age of 13 and am most experienced with ages 10 months to 12 years of age. Along with teaching for 4 years and 10+ years of babysitting, I have experience in working at...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I was in a pickle and needed care for my 3 kiddos for a specific date. Kelsey came to the rescue and spent the day doing activities with the kids that they love to do. I felt perfectly fine being away and they said she was so great with them. I honestly wish she...

Vanessa S.

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Aracelly B.


Redwood City, CA

$28/hr12 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With 12 years of experience, I've had the pleasure of supporting families and providing reliable care for their little ones. Patient, calm, and creative, I enjoy playing a variety of games with children, from educational board games to...
Aracelly can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Aracelly was really a blessing. She was prompt and communicative. She was great in caring for my toddler, was very active and engaged."

John W.

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Sierra A.


Redwood City, CA

$33/hr4 yrs exp

College Student, Summer Nanny Only

I have background with ECE classes from Canada College. I love Kids and help them with their development. On the weekends I babysit my nieces and nephews. I've been babysitting for almost 8 years. I have my CPR certificate. I help with homework and some duties around the house.
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Great with kids! Very responsible. "

Iliana M.

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Kalisi T.


Palo Alto, CA

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

I'm a mother of 4 kids and lot of experience with kids. I'm a Medical assistant at Kaiser pediatric and been working in medical field with kids for 19yrs , I love working with kids. Positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skill. Certified CPR with dedication to creating safe inclusive and engaging...
Kalisi can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"We had a wonderful time with Kalisi, she is very caring and knowledge. I appreciate her support and love. Just after few night, my baby is able to sleep through the night. If you are looking for somebody to love and care for your baby, please contact her...

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Cynthia S.


Redwood City, CA

$67/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Brazilian, and I work with kids since 2011, I was teacher at school, volunteer in a pediatric hospital and nanny. I'm living here since October/2018, and I'm loving!! I'm very good with kids and I have a large experience with all ages. Thanks
Cynthia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cynthia is an experienced and skilled nanny -caregiver . She is professional, yet down to earth with compassion and caring . She also has experience with clients who are diagnosed ASD ( Autism Spectrum Disorder) and other diagnosis . She is great with kids...

Kimberly E.

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Olga M.


Palo Alto, CA

$35/hr1 yrs exp

Hi Families!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Olga, a Spanish 24-year-old girl who is living the experience in the US! I have four siblings (they are currently 11, 12, 13 and 14 years old), so that means I'm the oldest one! I have always taken care of them since they were born, so I could say that I've been a mom, a sister, a friend and a teacher. I also...
Olga can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Olga is very friendly and kind. She's very efficient with her time. She works with me as a housekeeper and I'm so happy to have her! "

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Chandani T.


Mountain View, CA

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Part-time Nepali nanny/tutor with 7+ experiences in baby-sitting, interested in taking care of kids of all range(newborns and up). My experiences include working in daycare, and school. I love to encourage kids in reading and writing math and science, as well as dancing, singing, and arts and crafts.
Chandani can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Chandani helped us with our 8 month old. She was very energetic and efficient and proved to be a lot of help to us. Unfortunately, we had to let her go because we need a full time nanny for longer hours."

Ankita S.

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Sequoia G.


Sunnyvale, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi There!

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with travel and light housekeeping. I was a daycare teacher, working with ages 3 months to 12 years. I have experience watching large groups, from 5 boys (2 y/o - 8 y/o) to a group of 8 children for a bible study (1 y/o to 12 y/o). I am a beginner in Russian language but fluent in...
Sequoia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Sequoia is super sweet. Our girls love when she comes over. At times they ask if she can come play with them. She is also very flexible with our crazy schedules. Always on time! "

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Carlla S.


San Carlos, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families, my name is Carlla. I'm from Brazil and I've been living in the united states for 3 years. I came as an au pair and have worked with children ranging from 3 months to 10 years old. My responsibilities transporting the kids to and from school, activities and playdates, changing diapers, preparing meals, doing arts...
Carlla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carlla has taken care of my 2.5 year old several times, and she is awesome! My daughter loves when Carlla comes to play with her. Carlla is very friendly, fun and warm. She is a natural with kids! I would definitively hire her again."

Mau P.

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Ratna S.


Redwood City, CA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

I Have 3 Children And They Grew Up Already Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love children, and I have 3 children my self and they grew up already. The youngest in college and the other two already working in Los Angeles.
Ratna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
4.0
"Ratna is amazing! She exudes a calm energy, knows exactly how to handle my toddler, and takes so much initiative- whether it's cooking for my toddler, or whether it's tidying up her play area."

Shivani A.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portola Valley, CA

Tatiane F.

5.0

Tati was the babysitter for our 21 month boy after his daycare. Tati was fantastic working with him and our family to address all our concerns. She is patient, innovative, and most important, she takes the job very seriously - she always interacted with my son by talking and playing with him. I felt...

- Miranda Z.

Daniella R.

5.0

Daniella has been caring for our 8 month old and we could not be more pleased. She is kind, gentle, and enthusiastic. Our daughter, who can be shy around new faces seemed to take to Daniella right away. She gets excited to see her when Daniella walks in each morning!

- Care member

Wei L.

5.0

Very responsible and great with kids. She goes above and beyond and is great at rolling with changes in schedule, situation, etc.

- Roger H.

Michelle V.

5.0

Michelle is great with my baby. I just returned to work from maternity leave in May and Michelle has been babysitting my son since. As a mother it's reassuring when someone taking care of your baby follows all instructions and my baby is happy. I know that when I go to work leaving my son with...

- Care member

Ruby L.

5.0

We hired Ruby for childcare and family assistance. This was during covid and Ruby was a huge help to our family during a very difficult time. She was dependable, our kids enjoyed spending time with her and developed a strong bond. We would very happily work with Ruby again.

- Sam W.

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