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Julia F.

Full-time Babysitter Available

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Julia F, I recently graduated from Boise State University and am interested in babysitting/ nannying for a wonderful family. I have much experience with all ages, as I have two younger sibling, 5 nieces and nephews, and a LOT of cousins. As well as this, I have been working in care. com for about 7 years and...

Claire P. says "Julia was a joy to have as a nanny for our 4 month old infant. She was always punctual, flexible with our schedule, and most importantly very reliable....

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Najella N.

Part-Time Babysitter

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Najella and I'm currently a college student with an Animal Science major. I grew up with a large family. I used to babysit my little cousins all the time and still do when needed. As the oldest of 3 kids, babysitting comes natural. I play sports, do volunteer work, and go to school all at same time, but on days, I don't...

Alan S. says "Very fast response! Was available for the day we needed. She kept the kids busy and they really enjoyed the time together. Would call again!"

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Carmen S.

Preschool Teacher Looking For Weekday Evening And Weekend Babysitting Jobs

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 32 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
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,...

Abhishek A. says "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...

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Thais C.

Responsible, Open And Communicative Nanny

San Francisco, CA

4.5(1)
from
$64/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Caitlin B. says "Thais is one of the best things to ever happen to our family. She is our very own Mary Poppins. Our son absolutely loves her, when he hears the knock on...

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Tania E.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$55/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Tania, a dedicated mother/father/ family supporter and doula with 15 years of experience. As a mother of two, I understand the joys and challenges of parenting. I love animals, music, cooking, nature, and meditation, which help me stay calm, present and focused. My main goal is to support families by helping with their...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Tania's doula services, she was the most wonderful support system throughout my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. I am so...

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Maga G.

Nanny Seeking Full Time Position

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I'm a doctor graduated from Venezuela. The area I must like is pediatric. I used to take care my cousins since I was 17 years old. I used to help my cousin to take care her newborn baby who is now 6 yo, I helped her with the baby the first three years. Giving his bottle, taking the bath, taking the naps, playing with him and...

Matt M. says "We have twins and a high energy dog and Maga's calm energy, presence, warmth, and kindness are felt by all. She is punctual, reliable, and brings positivity...

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Ana P.

San Francisco, CA

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi parents, I'm Ana would rather called by "Ana". I've a degree in Journalism (BR), and been working in the USA with children development (babies, toddlers and teens) for almost 9 years. My journey in the world of leading it's been full of join, good moments and memories. I've a great time experiencing, participating and...

Manuel G. says "Ana is currently assisting us with part-time with our daughter and our upstairs toddler. Ana has been working with us since January 2022 and our kids love...

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Delilah D.

San Francisco, CA

4.6(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Experienced Household Manager with 7+ years supporting families in San Francisco. I've successfully managed many private homes, overseeing daily operations such as vendor coordination, appointment scheduling, errands, grocery and supply management, laundry and wardrobe care, meal prep, and general household organization. I also...

Care Member says "An amazing nanny / babysitter. We have loved having her help out our family this year. A natural with our kiddos. Has all the qualities you would want...

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Naji J.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Wolfram A. says "Naji was wonderful. I had compiled a list of tasks for her, things like loading the dishwasher, cleaning cutting boards, wiping down counter tops,...

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India A.

Compassionate And Creative Sitter And Senior Caregiver

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Joni R. says "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...

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Julia R.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! My name's Julia and I just got my Master's from the University of San Francisco this past May. During my graduate school career, I nannied a now 3 yr. old boy for two years. I am bubbly and energetic so I love working with children. If you need a babysitter or nanny, I'm happy to help! I have experience in babysitting since...

Gina H. says "Julia started with us when our son was just over 1 years old and stayed through his 3rd birthday -- 2 incredible years of them being best friends, and Julia...

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Terra B.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I have been working with kids for several years as a babysitter, camp counselor, and as an environmental educator. I recently graduated from Santa Clara University, School of Law and am currently awaiting bar results. I'm looking for ways to earn a little bit of extra money while job searching and getting started in my...

Megan M. says "Terra helped me w my Kindergarten son during the school year. Even though she only watched him a couple hours a week, she was extremely dependable,...

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Camilla S.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Camilla, I moved to the bay from New York about a year and a half ago. I love kids and going on adventures with them, reading, coloring, playing creative games, doing art projects and engaging with their questions. The endless curiosity and fresh ideas that kids have is what makes me love babysitting-I learn from...

Hila P. says "Camilla is a GEM. Babysat my son from the ages of 10-13 and he was always so elated to see her and spend time with her. She then also tutored him in math...

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Bridget C.

Fun And Silly Evening/weekend Sitter

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Bridget and I'd love to babysit for your next date night or adults-only weekend adventure! I am a Special Education teacher in San Francisco looking to spend even more time with kids in the evenings and on weekends. I've been working with kids of all ages, from infants to teenagers, for as long as I can remember....

Ashley F. says "Bridget was wonderful with our two children! She is very responsive and easy to communicate with. We hired her to babysit for us three times while we were...

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Kailee S.

Experienced Caregiver

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
I have extensive experience as a tutor, nanny and classroom aid with children of various ages, and I completed a minor in education at UC Berkeley. I value quality communication, compassion and attention to detail to provide the best possible environment for the families that I work with. I am open to part or full time positions...

Zachary S. says "Kailee is amazing! She was right on time (she also agreed to sit with only a day's notice) and was very polite and pleasant. She had the misfortune of...

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Amelia T.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I love working with kids of all ages and have my credential and masters in elementary education. I am also fully vaccinated and CPR/First Aid certified. I started babysitting as a mother's helper to a 3-month-old boy up until he was 3 years old and have been working with kids ever since. I've worked at a daycare for children...

Mai B. says "Super appreciate Amelia helping us out in a last minute pinch with our 18 month old. She was early to the job, wonderfully communicative, and took our...

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Ariel G.

Caregiver Available

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hi there! My name is Ariel and I am a federal worker with over a decade of experience babysitting kids two months to 13 years old. I'd love to help out with yours and get to know your family. A little about me: I just finished a year teaching children in Cambodia, and before that spent over a year as a full-time behavioral...

Lisa S. says "Ariel is a good sitter, the kids loved her. She was punctual and very interactive with the kids. We will be using her again when she returns to Chicago...

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Ramona H.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
My whole life I have always loved brightening peoples lives. I am currently a CNA working with seniors and, as much as I love it I really prefer being in fun, energetic atmospheres. I have loved children my whole life. I am a very patient, kind, and positive person. At the age of 13 I started watching my 3 younger cousins. The...

Bernice M. says "She is one of the most compassionate providers that I ever had the pleasure to meet."

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Ariana P.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Taking care of children and babies, has always been a passion of mine. During my 8 years of hands on experience I have worked for various families with various needs, including working with kids with Down syndrome and autism. I am very reliable, prompt, and offer the best care possible as I love to be active and incorporate fun...

Emmy G. says "Ariana was a wonderful person person to work with. She incorporated fun and responsibilities with the kids, we would recommend her to anyone "

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Francis G.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Francis, but everyone calls me Alex. I've spent most of my life caring for children since I'm the older sister of 2, but the last 4 years caring for other families kids ages 3 and up, and I truly love what I do. I currently work at UCSF Hospital, and I'm hoping to pick up a second job to save up for nursing school. I'm...

Ling H. says "We were lucky to have Alex with us over the past six months. She was a responsible and hard working young adult and easy to communicate with. She is...

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  • 632 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $29.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Francisco, CA

Babysitters in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 201 reviews of the 631 listed babysitters

Julia F.

Julia was a joy to have as a nanny for our 4 month old infant. She was always punctual, flexible with our schedule, and most importantly...

- Claire P.

Najella N.

Very fast response! Was available for the day we needed. She kept the kids busy and they really enjoyed the time together. Would call again!

- Alan S.

Carmen S.

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...

- Abhishek A.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in San Francisco, CA

The average rate for babysitters in San Francisco, CA on Care.com is $29.54 per hour as of October 2026. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.
Finding a babysitter in San Francisco, CA often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 631 babysitters in San Francisco, CA, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.
Babysitters in San Francisco, CA offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.
When choosing a babysitter in San Francisco, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.
Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in San Francisco.
How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in San Francisco offer flexible or same-day availability.

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