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778 babysitters are listed in San Francisco, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in San Francisco, CA
Allyson H.
San Francisco, CA
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Occasional Childcare Provider W/ Flexible Schedule, Reliable Car, 10+ Years Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 years of combined experience as a nanny, babysitter, mothers helper, nanny, and personal assistant. My car is safe and reliable, and driving record clean. Non-smoker. A jill of all trades with a very flexible schedule, I am capable of providing your family with a range of skills and abilities, including but not limited...
Allyson can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Allyson was a delight to work with. Pleasant, punctual and great with the children. Would definitely recommend and hire again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have my degree in elementary education and special education and have 10+ years of experience Nannying/Babysitting and 8 years of experience as a swim instructor and life guard. I live in SF and am looking for a position nearby.
My approach with kids is very in line with gentle parenting. I enjoy being able to provide a...
Liliana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liliana was a joy to have around. My son has autism and is very developmentally delayed, but also very intelligent. That makes him quite a handful. Liliana was able to bond with him immediately. She didn't just watch him; she gave him plenty of enrichment,...
Brooks M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an outgoing and responsible college student looking to gain more experience caring for and playing with other creative kids! I'm a fifth year student at USF who graduated with a Bachelor's degree in fine arts and now pursuing a Master's in Urban Education and Social Justice. I have been babysitting for friends, relatives,...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"My kiddo always asks for Madison, R. (my son) loves her so much. He always is telling me cool facts and we have seen a significant improvement in reading and spelling skills. I believe this is because of Madison's tutoring during our time with her. R. has also been...
Nathan F.
Erin G.
San Francisco, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Outer Richmond Sitter Available For Caretaking, Music, And Arts!
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm Erin, it's great to meet you.
A little about me...
I am a creative and caring sitter looking to enrich young minds with music and artistic experiences. I have an extensive background in the film industry, and have been involved in the arts my whole life. I learned recently that my passion is in childcare, and I am...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very reliable and relates great with younger children."
Liz B.
Nina A.
San Francisco, CA
$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am graduate student, while studying in college I have tutored many level students from early age to college level. while tutoring I have learned that I am very good with children and they connect with me very well, many families that I have tutored them they ask me to babysit their kids too . I have been babysitting for past 3...
Nina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"On time and did well with our child."
Care member
5.0
(1)
A big sister of three. I have a very nurturing personality and enjoy taking care of others. I got my first nanny job in 2011 and have continued ever since. I have experience with children of all ages, the youngest child I watched was 3 weeks old, and the oldest is 13yr. I also have experience working with children with special...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We met Olivia over two years ago, and she's been an integral part of our family ever since. She picks up our two children from school, takes them to and from activities, helps with homework, preps dinner and assists with small chores around the house. Olivia is...
Cameron M.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Cesia I am a San Francisco native, fluent in Spanish and a mother of a 8-year-old daughter. I have 10+ years of childcare experience, ages 0-12. Being a mother I understand the need for childcare and what it entails to be a responsible caregiver. I enjoy spending time with children and being part of their...
Cesia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Cesia was recommended by a friend. In June my family and I went on vacation, during that week Cesia took care of our 6 year old chihuahua and 1 year old pit bull. We were able to enjoy our time and have a piece of mind knowing they were well cared for. It was nice...
Yessica M.
Vida C.
San Francisco, CA
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved children and have practically taken care of them since I was little. I always have people over my house and I end up watching them for hours. Ages range from 1-4 yrs old. I take care of my mother; s bosses children once in a while and they are 3 years old. I also watch my two nephews who are 3 and 1 years...
Vida can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Vida became fast friends with our 17-mo old daughter over a few weeks this fall. She did a wonderful job taking care of, playing with, and going on walks with our daughter. We'd be happy to hire her again!"
Sandeep A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I love kids and have worked with them for years. I was a special education aide in the Newton Public Schools in grades K and 1, and an after school teacher for 4th and 5th graders. I also served as the director of the City of Newton's Environmental Science program, which is a hiking and science summer program for...
Geneva can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Geneva has looked after our son for few years now and every time he loves seeing her. She interacts with him and keeps him constantly engaged. Geneva is a very pleasant and good-natured person, and we would hire her again without hesitation."
Julia P.
Karelis V.
San Francisco, CA
$51/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a certified teacher with four years of childcare experience, I thrive in nurturing environments where I can positively impact children's lives. My passion for childcare stems from my previous babysitting roles, which instilled in me a desire to support families by providing reliable and high-quality care for their...
Karelis can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Karelis is a wonderful, kind, dependable, honest and creative nanny. She worked for us for one year to take care of our 2-year old daughter, and we absolutely loved her. She grew to be part of our family. Unfortunately, we are moving out of state, and she couldn't...
Andrew A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Museum Educator Looking for Part-Time/One Off Babysitting!
Hi! My name is Zoë, and I am a recent graduate from UC Santa Cruz with a degree in Studio Art and Art History, and current full time Museum Educator. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 13 and into college, and currently work with children of all ages. I...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Zoe helped me while I ran a couple of last minute errands. She is wonderful and I highly recommend her. My baby doesn't do well with others but she managed to keep him calm and even put him down for a nap. She did everything I asked and more. I plan to schedule her...
Erika S.
Alyssa G.
San Francisco, CA
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alyssa, and I'm a native San Francisco. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified, with 15years of babysitting experience and 10 years as a nanny. I've worked with multiple families and have experience managing the unique needs of older children.
In addition to supervising homework and after-school routines, I'm...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is fantastic with our 21-month-old little boy and keeps up with his high energy levels!"
Amanda L.
Paola G.
San Francisco, CA
$30-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Mexican-American 25-year-old looking to connect with families for babysitting on weekdays! I am open for recurring or one time babysitting with the option of travel (I have a car). Three words to describe myself: selfless, motherly, and patient.
A bit about me: I graduated from UC Berkeley in 2021 with an Architecture...
5.0
"Paola is very sweet. She took good care of my 6month old baby. "
Kamila D.
Taylor R S.
San Francisco, CA
$19-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there, my name is Taylor and I'm an energetic and creative 23-year-old! I am active in my community, working to help Veterans in San Fransisco find work, but historically I have been involved in childcare roles.
I am looking to apply my care and experience to help tutor, babysit and provide care for a home. I have worked in...
Taylor R can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is a very kind person. Very dependable and I would hire her again in a heartbeat."
Cindy M.
Natalia H.
San Francisco, CA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
**Looking for a Reliable Babysitter?**
Hi everyone! My name is Natalia, and I'm a preschool teacher assistant working with toddlers (18 months to 3 years old). I absolutely love working with kids and have years of experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to teens.
I'm available after 5:30 p.m. on weekdays...
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I hired Natalia to take care of my two girls for a week when they were on summer break and grandma was not in good health to watch them. She was very punctual and well spoken. She also kept my kids entertained and well behaved. On her last day Natalia gave my...
Claudette F.
Bruna S.
San Francisco, CA
$35-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Bruna, I am 27 years old and I have about 7 years of experience with kids. I took care of kids of all ages and interacted to them in different situations like playing games, helping with homework, taking them to activities, preparing meals, giving bath, changing diapers and starting potty training. I also did some...
Bruna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bruna did a great job with my 5 and 8 year olds. She played with them, kept them engaged (they didn't just watch TV), and fed them lunch. She was also good with our dog. We've only used her once but we will definitely use her again!"
Rebecca L.
India A.
San Francisco, CA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate And Creative Sitter And Senior Caregiver
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a Certified Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aide. I have worked in a post-acute care facility as well as provided in-home care for the elderly and/or sick. I am very familiar with working with patients with Alzheimer's as well as other conditions and take great pride in providing top quality care. Additionally, I...
India can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have continuously hired India to sit for our two little ones - 2 1/2 years and 11 months old. She is reliable, on-time and caring. She goes above and beyond caring for our little ones, including cleaning up as well."
Joni R.
Naji J.
San Francisco, CA
$45/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
With my employers, I have worked with infants, toddlers, school age children and adolescents for the past 10 years. Additionally, I have been a Nanny and Babysitter for several years. I love children and enjoy working with them and take my responsibilities very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I can handle...
Naji can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Naji was great with my son when she helped me with early morning pick up and drop off to school which helped me get to work on time and my son make friends at school in the mornings."
Maria K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families. My name is Maria, I'm from Colombia and my native language is Spanish but I'm fluent in English and a conversational Portuguese.
I've been working with kids since 16 years old, currently 27 yo.
Consider myself as a happy, loving, dedicated, clean and organized person. No smoker, strong driver, strong swimmer,...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Maria was great with my 22 month old daughter. She loved playing with Maria. Would definitely hire her again!"
Nidhi T.
Alin C.
San Francisco, CA
$29-45/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Alin Divya. I'm a 28-year-old freelance designer and yoga teacher based in San Francisco. I am warm, reliable, and CPR / AED certified. I am also in the process of receiving my prenatal, kid, and teens yoga teacher training certifications.
I love kids and pets, have extensive babysitting experience and a...
Alin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Francisco, CA
Allyson H.
5.0
Allyson was a delight to work with. Pleasant, punctual and great with the children. Would definitely recommend and hire again!
- Care member
Liliana E.
5.0
Liliana was a joy to have around. My son has autism and is very developmentally delayed, but also very intelligent. That makes him quite a handful. Liliana was able to bond with him immediately. She didn't just watch him; she gave him plenty of enrichment, encouragement and joy. I never worried...
- Brooks M.
Madison A.
5.0
My kiddo always asks for Madison, R. (my son) loves her so much. He always is telling me cool facts and we have seen a significant improvement in reading and spelling skills. I believe this is because of Madison's tutoring during our time with her. R. has also been behaving much better and seems to...
- Nathan F.
Erin G.
5.0
Very reliable and relates great with younger children.
- Liz B.
Nina A.
5.0
Nina is just great with my 3 year old. She really engages his creativity in playing with him... she does not try to get him to do what she thinks of, but rather plays in the world he is creating. He asks for her when she is not here. And she has come in an emergency with less than one hour delay....
- Qingling N.
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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 778 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 $25.66 per hour as of January 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 352 reviews of the 778 listed babysitters.