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149 babysitters are listed in San Mateo, CA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of September 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in San Mateo, CA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am 31-year-old, looking for a babysitting position.
I graduated with a degree in Marketing my son is 4year-old. I am a single parent and I am already vaccinated.
I own a car with clean driving record and I can provide excellent references.
For the past 10 years, I have been working with newborns to teenagers, being a nanny...
Yessica can also help with: Grocery shopping
5.0
"We hired Yessica as an interim part-time nanny for our 2y/o son while our current nanny was on a medical leave. She jumped right in and was proactive, sweet and "a natural" with our son, and dependable. Yessica took our son to music class, the park, on walks, and...
Kathryn J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of children ranging from newborn to elementary school ages for many years now. I've been around kids my whole life, and have always been the family babysitter, as well as through word of mouth. I was a nanny for two children ages 2-4, for the past year, I enjoyed every second of it! Although I am now back...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Anna was a full-time nanny to our family for one year and great with our young kids! She was always on time, communicative, and attentive to our kid’s needs. She was patient, firm with boundaries and gentle behavior corrections when needed, and kept my kids so busy...
Care member
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
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.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(8)
***I am not seeking employment for the rest of 2024 (including one time jobs). If you have needs starting next year, please feel free to reach out***
Hi! My name is Taylor, I am an Oregon native who spent 6 years in Chicago and was ready for the sun.
If you're looking for a nanny whose goal it is to find the best parks in the...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor is simply the best! She's everything you expect in a nanny and then some. Taylor has been caring for our 2 children for the past 5 yrs, she is like family to us. Her next family will be extremely lucky to have her.
Taylor really understands children....
Jenni P.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have 3+ years of paid professional experience with kids, in Brazil and in the US! Currently available on late afternoons, evenings, and some weekends. When I'm not babysitting, I work in the legal department of a biotech company.
My experience:
1 year of full-time work with one newborn and twin toddlers
1 year of full-time...
Clara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Clara was wonderful with my toddler!"
Sally F.
Carys M.
San Mateo, CA
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a local part time college student and I'm majoring in psychology. I have also maintained a 4. 0 GPA throughout high school and college. I have been nannying for almost 6 years now and have extensive experience with babies. I have wonderful references that you're welcome to reach out to as well (mostly parents of babies...
Carys can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carys is an incredible babysitter for our adventurous toddler. We started working with her when our daughter was 9-months-old and have continued to be enamored with her thoughtful care and compassion until present day with our 17-month-old. Through each changing...
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(7)
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Ruta S.
San Mateo, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a 26-year-old experienced, reliable babysitter. Have experience in babysitting different age kids. From newborns to teenagers! Kids love me because I am always interacting with them. Active, love outdoors & love engaging kids in activities. I can cook, and do chores. Available for date nights or over-night care.
Ruta can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ruta is everything a babysitter should be. She was punctual and the kids had a great time while we were gone."
Nathan V.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
AVAILABILITY: Tuesdays and Thursdays all day. Short-Term
+ Montessori Early Childhood Teacher credential.
+ Montessori Infant and Toddler course.
+ Positive discipline approach.
+ Private Montessori Curriculum classes (very fun)
+ Spanish classes
+ Babysitting/Date nights for 1 to 3 kids
+ So much love for children.
+ Fun...
Paola can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Paola is very professional and experienced. We will hire her again and recommend her to our friends!"
Iris C.
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
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, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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 creative former Au pair 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...
Suteya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Isadora F.
San Mateo, CA
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
6 years of experience with kids from all ages, and more than 17, 000h with certified childcare experience!
While 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, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
5.0
(4)
I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I understand that the early years are vital for children future. I'm mature, dependable, patient and loving. in the daily basis, I provide comprehensive care to infants and toddlers, I love to read, appropriate activities for children age. I also...
Gladys can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Gladys for your childcare needs. She is professional, reliable, and an excellent communicator. She has been so gentle and patient with our energetic little boy. Gladys played with him, read to him, took him to the park and library, talked and...
Sherif H.
4.8
(5)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Gleicy was fun and energetic. She was able to manage my three active boys. She is also responsive and easy to work with."
Ada P.
Tatielle S.
San Mateo, CA
$55-65/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Welcome to my profile! My name is Tatielle, and I am a dedicated Newborn Care Specialist and Birth and Postpartum Doula. With a background as an au pair, newborn nanny, and now specializing in postpartum care, I have gained extensive experience in providing compassionate support to families during this special phase of...
Tatielle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tatielle provided full-time care for our twin boys from 5 months to their first birthday. Tatielle was patient, kind, and loving with our boys, and was wonderful with helping us establish a sleep schedule. She was reliable and Covid careful.
When we hired...
David S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Mateo, CA
Yessica O.
5.0
Yessica took care of my baby girl for 15 months. She has been very loving, caring and attentive babysitter. She use to take my daughter to story time at library and parks every morning during weekdays.
Yessica also use to bring her Son who is very fun and energetic kid to have around your kid...
- Swathi S.
Anna P.
5.0
Anna was a full-time nanny to our family for one year and great with our young kids! She was always on time, communicative, and attentive to our kid’s needs. She was patient, firm with boundaries and gentle behavior corrections when needed, and kept my kids so busy and entertained with activities!...
- Care member
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.
Daniela O.
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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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 149 babysitters in San Mateo, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 $26.21 per hour as of September 2024. 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 2024, 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 Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in San Mateo, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 118 reviews of the 149 listed babysitters.