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145 babysitters are listed in San Mateo, CA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in San Mateo, CA
Luz E.
San Mateo, CA
$35-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, loving, and caring.
I like working with kids because you learn from them. I enjoy providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to grow in.
I started working with kids when I was 26 years old.
One thing you should know about me is that I used to have a daycare center.
Maryam M.
San Mateo, CA
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a mother of two , I've spent many years educating myself on psychology to learn what is best for raising healthy and joyful children.
I care deeply about younger generations and I'm joyful to care for them because we get to learn from each other and develop good bonds.
I'm a calm and even tempered person and I'm...
I am a nanny with 7 years of work experience as well as personal experience raising my twin daughters who are going into 2nd grade. I am also an EMT and volunteer firefighter with emergency medical experience. I babysat throughout my teenage years and got my first nannying gig in 2017 and worked for that family until 2020 when...
Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Yuleydi O.
San Mateo, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love children, my patience and my love for them makes me feel very comfortable, I am a very dedicated person with a lot of love and attention at all times, my greatest virtue is dedication to caring.
My first language is Spanish and I dont Speak English only understand a Little but get by using a translator. I have a valid...
Nathalia S.
San Mateo, CA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have a 1 year and 5-month-old baby. I live in an adopted city in the condominium, there is a playground, and it is very quiet and organized. My baby is outgoing and has a lot of energy. I want to do this job so she has company too, whether it is a boy or a girl :)) I want to take care of my house. My daughter has a lot of...
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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 145 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 $27.94 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 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 82 reviews of the 145 listed babysitters.