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Here are some babysitters in San Mateo:
Sayli K. says "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...
Katherine B. says "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...
Mike B. says "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...
Care Member says "Clara was incredible! She is kind and kept in great communication taking care of my 1-year-old and 4-year-old and playing with them at the library."
Sherif H. says "I highly recommend Gladys for your childcare needs. She is professional, reliable, and an excellent communicator. She has been so gentle and patient with...
Care Member says "We recommend Alicia! She is responsive, communicates well and timely. She is trustworthy and responsible. Our son and dog jumps for joy when she...
Cindy C. says "We are so happy we found Anjali. She has been a great fit for our family! Highly recommend!"
Salvatore M. says "Casey was great. My daughter loved her. Very self sufficient, no issues whatsoever. Would strongly recommend."
Jj L. says "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...
Arielle R. says "Leticia is the best thing that has ever happened to our family, to my children and to me. She has been with us for two years. She is not just a "nanny"...
Burt H. says "Renee is an amazing childcare provider. There are no tasks she can't handle. Absolutely trustworthy. Professional!"
Garrett Y. says "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...
Care Member says "Great sitter!! Creates a nurturing and caring atmosphere for the children. Always prompt and great at communicating"
Steph V. says "Daniela was great. Very kind and my kids loved her. I would definitely trust her with my kids again."
Silke S. says "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...
Care Member says "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...
Sriram K. says "Zaydi is a great nanny and our girls love her. She is sincere, organized and very responsible and would be a great addition to anyone's family."
Shivangi C. says "Denise took care of our son from 4 months old to 18 months old. Denise is very caring and loving and our son absolutely enjoys her company. She made...
Pamela W. says "Ruth did a good job helping us with our two children and some household chores. She was very caring with the kids. She was always on time and did all...
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143 babysitters are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $28.92/hr as of June 2025
The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8
Babysitters in San Mateo, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 87 reviews of the 143 listed babysitters
- Sayli K.
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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 143 babysitters in San Mateo, 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.
The average rate for San Mateo, CA babysitters on Care.com is $28.92 per hour as of June 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.
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.