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763 babysitters are listed in San Francisco, CA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in San Francisco, CA
4.5
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello there parents of Care. com I am an experienced school counselor, teacher and tutor, with a specialty in working with children with special needs. I have been working with children of all ages in a professional capacity since 2006. I started babysitting at the age of 14 and have never really stopped working with children, I...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
"Allison was great! We just moved to the area and she was extremely dependable we have a 10 month old daughter .and she seemed to have loved Allison. We arrived home after About 5 hours with the baby snuggled up sound asleep and happy. Very grateful for Allison! (:...
Amber D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jess and I'm an architect by day. With a love for babies, kids, dogs, city exploration, and crafting, I bring a unique blend of creativity and responsibility to babysitting.
Growing up, I took on the role of a big sister to my sibling, who is eight years younger than me, in addition to my family experience, I...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Jessica took care of both my little ones while I was in town for a meeting. She was amazing and helped both of them with food and bedtime. One was 6 months and the other is 3 years old. The next time I am in the city I will definitely hire her."
Nina R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Camryn. I am a 23 year who lives in San Francisco. I currently work as a Digital Marketing Coordinator for a company here in the city. I studied at University and I am looking for a babysitter or tutoring position. I have babysat/nannied on & off since highschool (7 years)! Although I do have a full time job I...
Camryn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Camryn watches our 3 and 6 year old girls and they absolutely love her. We always come home to cute hair styles, fun art projects and super happy kids. she's also great at doing some light cooking for the kids dinners, baking some prepped chicken and vegetables or...
Danielle M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! I am 51 years old. I am looking for a full-time job as a nanny because my previous employer is moving. I am an Indian US citizen and a mother of two children. I am a hardworking, creative, reliable, patient, responsible, positive, energetic person who enjoys working with kids and has a huge heart filled with love...
Kamla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My nanny Kamla has been with us for a year and a half, and has truly become part of our family. She has looked after my son since he was 5 months old, and she does it with as much love and care as if he were her own child. She is so affectionate and loving with...
Gaurav G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dear Parents,
My name is Christin and I am the second oldest of four children. I would like to offer my child care services to you and your family.
I have always enjoyed working with younger children, and have had many years experience working as a full time nanny for private families as well as working for...
Christin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Christin is amazing. She is self motivated, punctual, and dependable. She immediately bonded with my son and he always had so much fun with her. I would absolutely hire Christin again."
Ashley U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Maria, but I would prefer to be called Abigail. I am looking for a babysitting job. My old job came to an end because the child I was babysitting full-time had to go to preschool. I am interested in this job because I think it would be perfect! I am a loving and caring person who loves children. I have eight years...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Abigail is a DREAM nanny! We hired her to be with our baby 4 days a week starting when he was 6 months old. She arrived on time every day, was wonderful with our son, proactively did housekeeping without us asking, and most important of all, our son loved being...
Michael S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!
My name is Raven; I am Medial Assistant (CPR
certified), uni. student, traveler, and foodie. I've been
babysitting professionally for six years, and it was
my first job. I'm currently a new graduate from my
medical assisting program. I enjoy helping people
and problem-solving. I have always had a passion
for...
Raven can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Raven has been our sitter off and on for the last 5 years! Our kids absolutely love her. She also
Helped when our ailing aunt just needed someone to sit with her. Raven talked with her and read to her! We absolutely love her!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently 25 years old and have been babysitting and doing childcare on/off since I was 12. Originally from San Francisco I have been living and working as a Chef in London for the past 3 years and am back in the city for the summer. I love working with children of all ages, but am especially good with younger kids and...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Maya has been babysitting our 1 year old daughter for the past year for occasional afternoons and date nights. She is extremely mature for her age, having worked various jobs in her free time while still managing her high school studies. She was born and raised in...
Caitlin R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! I have babysat children in my neighborhood for many years, and now I'm excited to meet your family too. I have cared for toddlers, school-aged children, and preteens. CPR certified, fully vaccinated, proficient in Spanish. I love being around children and my long history with childcare shows my history of safety,...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie was very sweet, punctual, caring, and had an immediate connection with my daughter. J. has special needs and limited communication as an autistic adult yet Natalie was able to communicate with J. and gain her trust. Natalie checked in with me a few times...
Maryjane S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Olivia, I'm a 2022 college grad who recently moved to San Francisco, and a fun, responsible date-night babysitter! I nannied all of college and have experience babysitting children between the ages of 2 months and 12 years. I really enjoy spending time with kids, playing/inventing games with them, reading or working...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was an amazing help with my two kids! She was punctual in picking them up from school and keeping them entertained and off screens. She prepared dinners, did the bedtime routine, and was very flexible with her hours and availability. My kids love it when...
Maria P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is rosa I'm from peru . My native language is Spanish and I have 17 years of experience as a nanny in San Francisco . I'm puntual, responsable , caring , loving and I'm very active nanny I love to spend time outside and do fun activities with children . Love to go to library for story time or going to the playground ,...
Rosa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosa has been our full-time nanny for two years in two share-care situations. She started nannying for us in 2013 when my son was 2 (with another child from another family, same age as our son) until he went to preschool in May of 2014. We had our daughter in...
Elizabeth T.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love kids and are very happy to be around them. I have extensive child care experience (10 plus years ). I'm very energetic and don't mind doing light household work while the babies sleep. I am punctual, reliable, hard working, and bilingual Spanish/English. I love playing music for the kids and dancing with them. I have CPR;...
Indiana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Indiana cared for me from the age of two up until my middle school years. I am now an incoming college freshman that will carry the skills she taught me into adulthood, such as manners and Spanish fluency. I have fond memories of her lively Spanish bedtime stories...
Isabela S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Taylor, and I'm excited to be your next babysitter/nanny. With 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have developed a deep passion for fostering their growth and creativity. My background includes not only hands-on experience but also a solid education, as I graduated from UC Berkeley.
I am...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor is a very sweet young woman. She shows up on time and is very helpful. I have Used her many times and my kids often ask how she is doing. She can also help with light homework if needed."
Carrie L.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!!
My name is Soraya. I am 33 years old and from Spain. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, as well as credentials in Infant/Toddler and Primary Montessori. With over a decade of experience working with children, I am passionate about my work.
Six years ago, I made the decision to move to the USA and work as an...
Soraya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Soraya was instantly warm, caring and confident upon meeting my infant son. He was all smiles when I handed him to her when she arrived, and was still all smiles when we got home later that night! I can tell he had a great time playing with her because he was nice...
Ben B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I will be glad to take care about your child or children. I am very friendly, kind, responsible and affectionate nanny. Your kid will get a lot of fun, games, walking, development and care. I really love children and, as usual, they love me too. I have pedagogical education and a lot of experience with children of my friends...
Ksenia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She has been great with our baby girl and our cat will miss her as terribly (as will we).
She made a wonderful routine with our daughter. They played, sang songs, and took walks daily. My daughter loves her like family."
Aleksandra S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Victoria and I am a postpartum night doula, nanny and former au pair. I have over seven years of experience in childcare, and I am currently seeking a part-time babysitting position in the morning.
I am a proud dog mom to a beautiful 2yo pitbull am also available to provide dog-sitting services. I've fostered...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Victoria was wonderful with my baby! He is 5 months old and she took care of him with graciousness, letting us know everything my son was doing. We barely go out because of his age, but Victoria kept us safe with her professionalism."
Gregory B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Bridget and I live in Duboce Triangle and work as a City Planner.
Missing my time with kids and looking to pick up some evening and weekend gigs.
I have over 16 years of experience with infants up through 10-year-olds. Specialize in multiple kids under 5.
Available nights and weekends.
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Bridget was my saving grace! The kids adored her and she was so dependable and competent. I would recommend her to anyone."
Annie A.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Important! During weekdays I'm available 8:00am-1:30 p.m. All bookings beyond this time will be declined.
Hi! I have 8 years experience working with kids in a day care, pre-school and as a nanny.
I was raised in Ukraine but for many years have lived in Thailand and China. I traveled a lot around the world. I'm very curious...
Hanna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our 11 mo son warmed right up to Hanna. She took good care of him while our regular nanny was out sick. Very easy to work with"
Care member
4.7
(3)
I looked after 2-year-old toddler, since he was 3 months old.
I'm available to work 12-16 hours on Saturday-Monday. I'm at the college Tuesday-Friday.
4.0
"She has a very positive and up beat attitude. Great problem solver. Does a really great job with anything you throw at her. "
Jilana B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Monica and just graduated from the University of Arizona and am home in SF for the summer. I have done various babysitting jobs and very experienced in this field. I have also worked at kids summer camps every year. I can cook any type of food and also do light house cleaning. I have a bubbly personality which...
Monica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Francisco, CA
Allison L.
4.0
Allison was great! We just moved to the area and she was extremely dependable we have a 10 month old daughter .and she seemed to have loved Allison. We arrived home after About 5 hours with the baby snuggled up sound asleep and happy. Very grateful for Allison! (: we would definitely hire her...
- Amber D.
Jessica G.
5.0
You will be so delighted to have Jessica -- she is punctual, sincere, accommodating and 110% trustworthy. You will feel a complete sense of calm as she cares for your child/children and we feel blessed to have had her -- she won't let you down and is all around outstanding!
- Sarah C.
Camryn M.
5.0
Camryn treated our son to special field trips around town to keep him busy and to give mom a needed break to recover free surgery! I trusted Camryn with our son with special needs to go to the mall or the park or to get lunch. She's reliable and our son loves her!!
- Taylor B.
Kamla N.
5.0
Kamla has been working with us for 8+ years and has been an exceptional nanny and extension of our family. When my first baby was 1 she would keep us updated on her food, activities and keep her engaged all day. She would spend the days at the park and museums and always have home cooked food ready...
- Care member
Christin K.
5.0
Christin is amazing. She is self motivated, punctual, and dependable. She immediately bonded with my son and he always had so much fun with her. I would absolutely hire Christin again.
- Ashley U.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Francisco, CA:
How can I find a San Francisco babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Francisco, CA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 763 babysitters in San Francisco, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in San Francisco, CA?
The average rate for San Francisco, CA babysitters on Care.com is $26.39 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in San Francisco, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in San Francisco, CA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for San Francisco, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 500 reviews of the 763 listed babysitters.