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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
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Carmen F.
San Francisco, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Babysitter Available Monday-Wednesday, 4:30pm-11pm, Friday 4:30pm-2am, Saturday-Sunday 9am-12am
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carmen and I have 8 years of experience working in childcare. For the last four years I have been a nanny and household assistant to multiple families, ages ranging from 3 months to 7 years. I'm currently part time nanny, but am looking for more work to fill up my mornings!
I am a 3rd year at San Francisco state,...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kids loved Carmen, she is so sweet and they had so much fun with her."
Bonnie Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*I am currently only looking for ocasional babysitting opportunities (evening/date night/weekend) as I have a full time job. Thanks!*
I have babysat/nannied since my freshman year of high school. My previous jobs include working as a mother's helper, where I would watch the kids, do light household chores, and occasional dinner...
Camila can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Camila babysat for our daughter many times over the last few years and she has always been great. She's on time, she's very upbeat and our daughter really likes her. She gets along great with our dog too. :-)"
Mike S.
Carmen S.
San Francisco, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher Looking For Weekday Evening And Weekend Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(14)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
I have prior experience working with children as a nanny and as a mother. I currently am a preschool teacher and still accepting part-time sitting jobs. Throughout my career I have acquired experience working with children of all ages. My experience, besides looking after, includes teaching homework, supervising reading,...
Carmen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carmen helped us on a number of occasions for date night. Although our son was mostly sleeping during Carmen's stay, but she was always punctual, very accommodating and warm. thank you Carmen!"
Abhishek A.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I have lots of experience in childcare, teacher kindergarten teacher, and babysitter, and also trained in CPR. I'm looking for a nanny job in San Francisco for the next two weeks while I'm on my summer break from SFSU.
I'm dedicated to helping children grow and develop with personalized care.
Please let me know if...
Thais can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Thais is incredible. She is so reliable, always happy and energetic. She is ready to help in any way needed and has a very gentle nature. I appreciate her Waldorf background and value that greatly in the way she cares for my child. The gentle parenting is something...
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Anna B.
San Francisco, CA
$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Grad Student Looking For Part-time Babysitting And Nanny Jobs In Rochester
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anna ! I am a classical musician and I just graduated with my bachelor's degree from San Francisco Conservatory of Music. I will be moving to a Rochester in August 2024 where I will be earning my master's degree at Eastman School of Music.
I absolutely love children have many years of experience in child care....
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna cared for our 2 (6 and 4) kids. She was responsible, communicative and wonderful with the kids. Highly recommend!"
Michaela S.
Nora B.
San Francisco, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Patient And Reliable Nanny Looking For 3 Days A Week Or Mornings And/or Afternoon Babysitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I hope you are doing well. My name is Nora and I am 30 years old. I am a patient, positive, respectful and joyful person with 10 years of experience with kids from age 0-10 years old. I speak 5 languages (French, Italian, English, a bit of Spanish and my African dialect.)
I love spending time with kids. Their...
Nora can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nora has been my baby’s nanny for over a year now and we recommend her highly. Nora is super reliable. She’s missed less than a week since she joined our family and always shows up on time. When interviewing nannies, her calm demeanor really stood apart. Nothing...
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4.5
(10)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
My name is Thais and I've been a nanny for 12 years. I started as a live-in nanny in 2010 and I was also an Aupair for 2 years. I have a lot of experience with infants: changing diapers, bottle feeding and introducing solid, putting down to naps, potty training, providing developmental stimulation and ensuring they are happy and...
Thais can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Thais was our nanny for almost three years, caring for our two girls from birth until the oldest turned 3 years old. Thais was the best nanny we could have ever hoped for! She was flexible and agreeable to our variable work schedules. She arrived on time and in a...
Hilary W.
5.0
(19)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents,
I am a traveling Postpartum Doula/ Newborn Care Specialist/Night Nanny.
I offer temporary, occasional, and full-time care, and I am available to travel across the U. S. or internationally (I hold a U. S. passport)
I have over 10 years of experience in childcare with children of ages from newborns to...
Nicha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Nicha is a wonderful Douala who cared for our newborn infant at 2 weeks old and our entire family. She helped us acclimate to life with the new baby caring for the baby, playing with my four-year-old, doing light cleaning like dishes and laundry and she cooked us...
Meredith G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Im a born & raised 34-year-old San Franciscan. I am a Single Mother of a 2&1/2-year-old who reminded me of how passionate I am about Early Childhood Education. I have over 10 years of phenomenal experience working with infants, toddlers, and children. I have completed the excel-orated Medical Assistant certification at San...
Lay-shrean can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"LayLay has been a great addition to our family. She has been my son's nanny since he was 8 weeks old and he has prospered under her care. He has become a happy, healthy little boy due to her diligent care and concern for his welfare. LayLay helps make sure he not...
Cheryl C.
Janine M.
San Francisco, CA
$30-47/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have excellent reference, with one baby and share care, and toddlers. I love babies. I am a very happy person, I like going outside park, library, zoo, academy of science, reading and English and Spanish, sing baby songs, play on the floor. I am very responsible and punctual.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Janine is a wonderful person and nanny. We were so fortunate to have her care for our daughter, from 5 months to nearly two years old. She has all the things you'd look for in someone caring for your child - dependable, loving, responsible, fun, and experienced....
Vanessa D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and dedicated childcare provider with a strong passion for nurturing children's growth and development. I have over four years of experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to preteens. I've worked in a variety of settings, including private homes, daycares, and after-school programs.
I believe...
5.0
"Cesar was the best! We hired him to drive my son to soccer camp, after a glowing reference from his au pair family. He was completely reliable, and my son loved talking soccer with him. We will work with him again without question!!!"
Christine D.
Tania E.
San Francisco, CA
$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tania. I'm a mother/father supporter & helper coach and a doula day or night.
I'm mother of 2 great kids & our dog. I love animals, music, cooking, and enjoy nature and meditation.
One of my goals is to help families in the beautiful but challenging role of being a parent, to be present in their homes and help...
Tania can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We were very lucky to have Tania as the postpartum doula of our family. She started to take care of our baby since the first day we were back from the hospital. I was overwhelmed and exhausted. And she was super supportive and encouraging, which helped me build...
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Quinn M.
San Francisco, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.6
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
About Me
Hi there! I'm Quinn, now living in San Francisco and working as a financial consultant. I specialize in math tutoring and have experience tutoring in college as well as babysitting and tutoring throughout high school. I also spent a year as a nanny during college, gaining valuable childcare experience.
I'm CPR/first...
Quinn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Quinn is very good with children. She not only is loving and caring towards our children, but has a wonderful personality and is smart too. She took our children on outings and was very tuned in to their every need. They love her and she is our preferred sitter. We...
Denita M.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a proactive and resourceful individual/ nanny/babysitter utilizing extensive skills in child care. I have been working with children for 17 years. I have experience in caring for children from newborn-teens. I love children and treat them all alike. I would treat them my own. Family is very important to me. I'm very patient,...
Lourdes can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Lourdes is amazing. Pure joy. Genuine spirit. Caring soul. My daughter loved (and still loves) her. If she weren't going to school, I would have asked Lourdes to stay, forever. Engaging, creative and fulfilling. Can't recommend her enough!"
Gina O.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I am teacher assistant and worker for about two years at (Pre-school) in San Francisco. The age range was around 2-5 years old where I gained a lot of experience. I am bilingual, speaking both Spanish and English. I love playing with children and being a good role model for them. I have my medical Assistant, as well as my CPR...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We've hired Nancy a few times to watch our 18-month old and she is absolutely fantastic with small kids. He's normally pretty stranger-adverse and within 5 minutes of meeting Nancy for the first time he was enthralled with her. I can't recommend Nancy enough!"
Sean L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sophia S! I am 28 years old and am currently an educator in SF. I taught for 4 years and have worked in education for 8. I have worked with all ages and taught TK/Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade. I began working with kids at the age of 15 when I became a camp counselor in my hometown. Ever since then, I have...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely love Sophia, she is so wonderful with our baby! We feel incredibly grateful for her work, kindness, joy, and care with our family."
Stephen F.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have 7 years of experience babysitting and working with children. I teach private and group music classes with students ranging from 0-14 yrs old. I am happy to help out with some light housework as well as running any errands you may need. I try to create a fun and supportive environment for your kiddos whether thats...
Nia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I genuinely don't even know how to describe how special Nia is. She is the most loving, trustworthy, empathetic, fun and creative care giver. I trust her implicitly. She has great instincts and patience with little ones (even my particularly attached and...
Simone O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
-Oldest of 3 siblings
-Fluent in Spanish
-First-gen college student
-Back home in LA for the summer
-Attend University of San Francisco
-Majoring in Kinesiology, and want to pursue Physician Assistant school
-Babysitter for friends and family
-Experience with ages 18 months-13 years old
-I can cook and clean!
-Homework...
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalia watched our 4 year old. She was very communicative, warm, and friendly with our little one."
Victoria L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Braulia C. I am looking to be a full-time caregiver. I began babysitting in 2011, I've worked with 9 families since. I have experience taking care of 2 kids at a time from various ages from new born - 9 months until they are 3 years old when they are ready to go to preschool or have moved out of San Francisco....
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Braulia is an amazing caregiver! I would highly recommend her. Braulia was a full time nanny for both of our children (< 3y/o) over the span of 3 years. She started watching our oldest son as part of a nanny share. After he began preschool, she cared for our...
Iain C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Francisco, CA
Carmen F.
5.0
Kids loved Carmen, she is so sweet and they had so much fun with her.
- Bonnie Q.
Camila M.
5.0
Camila babysat for our daughter many times over the last few years and she has always been great. She's on time, she's very upbeat and our daughter really likes her. She gets along great with our dog too. :-)
- Mike S.
Carmen S.
5.0
Carmen helped us on a number of occasions for date night. Although our son was mostly sleeping during Carmen's stay, but she was always punctual, very accommodating and warm. thank you Carmen!
- Abhishek A.
Thais A.
5.0
Thais is incredible. She is so reliable, always happy and energetic. She is ready to help in any way needed and has a very gentle nature. I appreciate her Waldorf background and value that greatly in the way she cares for my child. The gentle parenting is something I strive for and appreciate that...
- Care member
Anna B.
5.0
Anna cared for our 2 (6 and 4) kids. She was responsible, communicative and wonderful with the kids. Highly recommend!
- Michaela S.
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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.