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Find babysitters in San Mateo, CA that you’ll love
136 babysitters are listed in San Mateo, CA
The average posted rate is $28/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in San Mateo, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children. I have been working with them for about 4 years now. I'm on the Honor Roll at my school, and I am a very reliable, responsible, and honest person.
Sharlin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Sharlin interviewed with us. She was punctual, good at communication and was able to come for an interview on a short notice. We enjoyed meeting her. We interviewed a few candidates and finally decided on somebody who was more experienced with infants, but I would...
Sayli K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jennifer. For the last 12 years, I have been a nanny for several wonderful families, the longest employment lasting nearly 4 years after being a preschool/infant teacher for 16 years with experience with children from newborn to 6 years of age, experienced in varied teaching styles.
I specialize in Infant/Toddler care,...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"My two kids - a three year old boy and a ten month old girl - instantly took to Jennifer the moment she walked in. She has a bubbly and fun personality that kids are just naturally drawn to. Always punctual and dependable, Jennifer took great care of my kids while...
Katherine B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am kind responsible Latina I speak Spanish and English not perfectly I am Christian I have experience over 15 years taking care of children. I am able to participate in fun activities with children, cook for them, and also take pride in maintaining a clean space. I have references and phone numbers with the people who I have...
Gloria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Gloria has been taking care of our 1 year-old son full time and done an excellent job, but unfortunately we are moving out of the area. We have felt extremely fortunate to have Gloria as a member of our household. She is proactive, punctual, honest, and...
Saioa V.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Rosa!
I am a full-time nanny looking for my next tot to love on. I am a playful grandmother of 11, with many years of experience caring for children. Please message me if you are looking for a responsible, dependable, and loving caretaker for your baby or toddler.
Rosa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Rosa was our nanny to our first baby boy. She started with us when he was 3 months. She has been a a constant in his life, he screams at excitement each morning when he sees her. Her love for babies is really amazing. She's knowledgeable, caring, and so kind!...
Brianna B.
Isadora F.
San Mateo, CA
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
8 years of experience with kids of all ages and more than 20, 000 hours of certified childcare experience! Back in Brazil I did social work with kids in situation of poverty in a day care center taking care of kids from 0-3yo;
I've worked for 2 years as a preschool teacher and first grade in 3 different schools during my...
Isadora can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isadora was great with my two boys. My 1 and 3 year old have lots of energy and she was amazing with them. I will definitely be hiring her again. "
Care member
Erin P.
San Mateo, CA
$25-28/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been babysitting and working with children for a very long time now. I have experience as a nanny and an on call babysitter. I have also worked at a preschool for a few years. I absolutely love working with kiddos and helping out families wherever they may need it! I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am also...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Erin came to our house for some babysitting on several occasions and was great! She instantly bonded with our 3 1/2 year old daughter and I highly recommend her services."
Kevin G.
Clara L.
San Mateo, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter For Babies, Toddlers And School-aged Kids
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have 3+ years of paid professional experience with kids, Currently available on late afternoons, evenings, and some weekends. When I'm not babysitting, I work in the Legal department of a Biopharmaceutical company.
My experience:
1 year of full-time work with one newborn and twin toddlers
1 year of full-time work with a...
Clara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Clara was punctual, easy to communicate with, and took great care of the baby. When the baby was playing, she was engaged with the baby and always kept an eye on him to make sure he didn't hurt himself."
Care member
Gladys L.
San Mateo, CA
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for helping children thrive. My journey began through positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and a desire to make a positive impact on young lives. I have one year of experience and am comfortable caring for one child at a time.
As a patient, calm, creative, and...
Gladys can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Gladys as our nanny for the past year. From the time our child was 4 months old to 20 months old, she consistently showcased her exceptional qualities. First and foremost, her reliability is unmatched; we never had to worry...
David P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working in US for almost 3 years taking care of kids. I also worked in a daycare in Brazil taking care of multiple kids of different ages. My experience with children started a long time ago when I was my brother's babysitter for many years.
I'm good at all aspects of childcare including, preparing nutritious food,...
Beatriz can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bia is a wonderful nanny who we met through the Au Pair program (she was our first interview!). Although timing didn't work out for us to host her, we stay connected and she ended up in California and more recently moved closer to us. We hire her occasionally for...
Dana L.
Luz B.
San Mateo, CA
$28-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As a nurturing and responsible childcare professional with over five years of experience, I'm passionate about providing a safe, enriching environment where children can thrive. My journey into childcare was fueled by my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and a deep desire to make a lasting impact on young...
Luz can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea looked after our toddler for the afternoon. She was punctual, dependable, and easy to communicate with. She really got along with our daughter, and we felt like she was in good hands with her!"
Jj L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Anjali- I graduated from Santa Clara University with a Double Major in Finance and Marketing. I have great experience in the field of childcare/tutoring. No matter what age or stage your child is at, I have experience and know how to handle it. I have been working as a babysitter and tutor for over 6 years. I am...
Anjali can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We are happy that we found Anjali and used her help as a babysitter. She is very responsible, always punctual and very pleasant to work with. Very recommended!"
Elena P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thanks for checking out my profile! I would love the opportunity to work with your family. I have tons of experience with children of all ages, newborn to teens. I am currently looking for a new full-time family and some new families for evening and weekend babysitting as well! I live in San Mateo and have been living and...
Leticia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leticia is a perfect example of a loving and caring person. As a father of one I would definitely recommend Leticia as a great childcare provider. "
Edwin C.
Aurora R.
San Mateo, CA
$35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a 9 year experienced nanny of all ages (new born- teenagers) as a person I am very loving, respectful and understanding. When caring for toddlers I enjoy engaging with them by playing educational games that will help them learn age appropriate subjects, taking them outdoors, keeping them busy and active. When caring for...
Aurora can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I worked with Aurora for a week but then couldn't continue because our schedule changed. I wish I could have continued-she was so good with my young baby and even helped me keep up with household chores during a stressful time. She has a good sense for what moms...
Nura H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Suteya, 33 years old. I'm looking for a part time, date night or temporary job.
I am an experienced and currently nanny who has a lot of experience with kids, specially toddlers and babies. I can watch multiple kids.
I love kids. I love helping people. I believe I am a kind-hearted person and I felt like I could...
Suteya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Suteya watched our 4-month year old boy. She almost always shows up a little bit early, is professional, and is dedicated. She constantly plays with and does stimulating activities like tummy time, walking, playing outside on the swings, etc. She also helped keep...
Garrett Y.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Erica and I am currently working on my masters of education at the University of San Francisco. I have over 10 years of experience working with children that include swim instructing, teaching, and nannying. I have worked with children of multiple ages, languages, and abilities both in America as well as SouthEast...
Erica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erica K. is great with the children. During the time that she was teaching swim lessons all of her students loved her. They were always excited to see Coach Erica and couldn't wait to come to lessons. Erica genuinely cares about each and every one of her clients."
Matthew K.
Geiziane D.
San Mateo, CA
$30-36/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Geiziane, I'm 26 years old and I'm from Brazil. I'm a CPR certified, non-smoker, I have a driver's license and a clean driving record and permission to work in the US. I have over 5 years of experience as a full time child care provider, most of my experience is looking after infants and toddlers. I'm very...
Geiziane can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Natahlya S.
San Mateo, CA
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Nat and I'd love to tell you a little bit about myself. I'm a caregiver and behavioral technician who's passionate about helping kids grow and develop. With over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe and nurturing environment where your child...
5.0
"Great sitter!! Creates a nurturing and caring atmosphere for the children. Always prompt and great at communicating"
Care member
4.8
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Independent Nanny adept at taking initiative in creating child-friendly activities. Maintain organized schedules with little parental guidance. Adept in caring for up to 3 children while preparing meals and managing personal, medical and educational activities for each child. Offering excellent communication and good judgment....
Gleicy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Gleicy is excellent - great with kids, great driver, responsible and proactive in helping with housework. Gleicy was with us for over a year and a huge help - our family needs have since evolved, but we recommend her without hesitation. "
Care member
Maribel S.
San Mateo, CA
$28-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Maribel!
I am a compassionate and dedicated individual with extensive experience in child care. Over the years, I have worked closely with children of various age groups, focusing on creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that fosters growth and learning. My responsibilities have included planning...
Maribel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Maribel has been always on time and is super reliable! She comes in with a happy attitude and keeps our 9yo engaged in fun activities. She is also an excellent driver and in addition to school pick up, Maribel brought our kids to multiple activities, play dates and...
Silke S.
Daniela O.
San Mateo, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Daniela from Colombia! I'm 24 years old and I used to be a English teacher for preschoolers. My bachelor degree is in foreign language education so that's why I know French too. I can describe myself as a enthusiastic, friendly and responsible young adult. I love outdoorsy activities and being active. Childcare demands that!...
Daniela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Daniela was great. Very kind and my kids loved her. I would definitely trust her with my kids again."
Steph V.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Mateo, CA
Sharlin W.
5.0
Sharlin interviewed with us. She was punctual, good at communication and was able to come for an interview on a short notice. We enjoyed meeting her. We interviewed a few candidates and finally decided on somebody who was more experienced with infants, but I would like to work with Sharlin sometime...
- Sayli K.
Jennifer S.
5.0
My two kids - a three year old boy and a ten month old girl - instantly took to Jennifer the moment she walked in. She has a bubbly and fun personality that kids are just naturally drawn to. Always punctual and dependable, Jennifer took great care of my kids while I was out and we were very sad to...
- Katherine B.
Gloria R.
5.0
Gloria took care of our one-year-old full-time but we ending up moving out of the area.
Gloria was excellent! She was punctual, communicative, and very caring. At the end of every day she always let us know how the day went and if there was anything that we should be aware of. She often...
- Mike B.
Rosa S.
5.0
Rosa is the absolute gem. She’s so full of life and joy. Our 14 month daughter immediately liked her and felt comfortable with her. They always had so much fun together. Rosa is very responsible and was always on time. She was great at keeping our daughter on her schedule. We miss Rosa and hope she...
- Care member
Isadora F.
5.0
Isadora has cared for our toddler multiple times - she is caring, affectionate, careful and kind. She is creative and comes up with interesting games to keep our energetic little one busy! He loves spending time with her, would highly reccommend.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Mateo, CA:
How can I find a San Mateo babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Mateo, 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 136 babysitters in San Mateo, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Mateo, CA?
The average rate for San Mateo, CA babysitters on Care.com is $28.17 per hour as of April 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 Mateo, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in San Mateo, 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 Mateo, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in San Mateo, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 108 reviews of the 136 listed babysitters.