For all your child care needs in Marin County
Job Positions for Nannies & Sitters
Welcome to our website. If you have good, solid child care experience and references we would love to help you find a suitable position in Marin County. For over 35 years Rent-a-Parent has been dedicated to helping both nannies and families find that “right match”.
We offer permanent (long term) nanny placement or temp (on-calling babysitting). There is no fee to work with us. Our temp service can offer you fill-in work around your school or work schedule. Our permanent nanny service can place you either part time or full time with one family. You negotiate your salary with the family and we assist you with all steps of the hiring process.
Nanny Placement
Nannies are unique with varied characteristics and personalities. Most are female but some are male. A nanny’s workplace is in a family’s private home and her job is providing one-on-one attention and best possible care for the family’s children. A nanny tends to have special child care skills and a deep love and understanding of children. A nanny offers the family convenient, high quality care to meet each child’s physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs.
“Thank you so much for being such a great agency to work with. You have definitely been a saving grace to me (and my bank account) during my college career. I really appreciate everything.”
MAGGIE EDDY
Since 1984, our child care agency has been providing personal care to families in Marin County
for nannies
Providing child care to families in Marin County since 1984
Temp Services
Rent-a-Parent’s Temp, On-Call Babysitting Services provides an in home babysitter for daytime, evenings, weekends, and overnights. These positions can be for one time only or on-going. We carefully match a sitter to the family needs depending on the children’s ages and the requirements of the position. We also follow up with the families for their feedback – this enables us to track their favorite sitters. Families can request the same person for multiple times and we will always attempt to satisfy their request.
“Working with Rent-a-Parent is truly a pleasure. I know the agency listens to my needs as well as the family’s. Jobs are tailored to fit what I want in a very well organized and clear manner. Rent-a-Parent is a caring and thoughtful service built on positive relationships.”
SHERRY HUGI
Personal Attention & Support
Because we are a smaller, local agency, we can give you the personal attention you need and might be missing from the larger agencies. Even after the placement we are available for consultation whenever you need it. Our goal is to support you and the family throughout your relationship.
“As I interviewed for a full-time position, I felt safe and comfortable babysitting for some terrific families until we found a compatible long-term job. I was hired by a wonderful family! Signing on with Rent-a-Parent was a rewarding move for me!”
KIKA KANE
Screening Process
Rent-a-Parent Services screens carefully to select excellent candidates for their temp, on-call babysitters, nannies and family assistants. We individually meet and screen candidates for particular situations. The on-line services (care.com; sittercity.com) only provide a listing of candidates that have not been interviewed or screened. We are a full service agency providing personal attention throughout the whole hiring process.
Our Qualifications Include:
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Personal Interview & Application
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Child Care References (two or more years of professional child care experience)
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Licensed & Insured vehicle
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Able to commit to at least one year for a permanent nanny position
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English proficiency/Legally able to work in this country
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Infant/Child CPR certification
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Good Driving Record
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Fingerprint/Background Check
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Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
We look forward to hearing from you.
Please send us your resume and contact us for an interview.
“I want to say thank you very much for a really great experience. The families have been wonderful, the kids awesome, and you guys are great with getting back to me in a timely manner and being flexible. Those are some of the many reasons I’ve enjoyed being a temp sitter”
JESSICA LINK
Positions Available
Check back weekly as we will update the positions available as they come in.
Full Time Toddler Care | 40 Hrs/Wk | Corte Madera
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Two working parents need FT care for their almost 2 yr old son M-F 9:00-5:00. Child related tasks including laundry, snacks/meals, keeping play area, books and toys organized, and common areas and kitchen clean. Candidates should be able to push the child uphill in a stroller/jogger, must be on time, communicate openly and effectively, take feedback well, work independently, and maintain a professional working environment. *Car provided*
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$32-37/hr
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Start Date: ASAP
Family Assistant | 24 Hrs/Wk | Mill Valley
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Busy family of 4 needs organized family assistant M-Th 12:00-6:00 to keep the house running smoothly. Before the kids are out from school, time would be spent managing Google calendar, meal planning & prep, grocery shopping, errands, laundry, and organization. The afternoon would be spent picking the kids up from school, taking to various activities, making snacks, homework help, and engaging in fun outings. Must be able to work independently, be proactive, an excellent communicator, and like cats & dogs. *Car provided*
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$35/hr
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Start Date: 11/2/26
Part Time Nanny | 20 Hrs/Wk | Mill Valley
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Stay at home mom with an infant and toddler needs a nanny to partner with her T & W 8:30-4:30, Th 8:30-12:30. Job would mainly be focused on the 2.5 yr old boy who needs to be driven to classes, appointments, and help with language acquisition. Help with laundry, keeping kitchen tidy, making snacks/lunch, and occasionally having both boys so mom can have a break.
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$35-40/hr
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Start Date: ASAP
Part Time Afternoon Nanny | 12-15 Hrs/Wk | Kentfield
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Family with 2 school age girls need help 3-4 afternoons per week 3:00-6:00. Picking the girls up from school, taking them to various activities or on a fun outing, homework help, snacks, and keeping the kitchen clean all a part of this job. Someone who is warm, reliable, engaging, proactive, and comfortable woth dogs a plus.
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$35-40/hr
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Start Date: Flexible
Full Time Newborn Nanny | 45 Hrs/Wk | Tiburon
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FT newborn care needed M-F 8:00-5:00/8:30-5:30 for newborn baby when mom goes back to work. Candidate must have excellent communication skills, an understanding of infant development, be excited to work with a baby long term. Ability to travel in the future would be a plus but not required. Driving, baby's laundry including linens, and being proactive going on outings to the park, story time, classes all a part of the job. *Car provided*
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$40-45/hr
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Start Date: 11/2/26
Full Time Nanny M-F | 45-50 Hrs/Wk | Tiburon
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Full time care needed for active 2 yr old boy in Tiburon. M-F 9:00-6:00 with evening hours available 2 nights a week if desired. Child's laundry & meals, keeping the kitchen and common areas tidy are the only household tasks required. Candidate must be proactive in scheduling enrichment activities, willing to get out to the park, library, nature walks, biking/scootering etc., and focused on stages of development and learning. *Car provided*
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$35-40/hr
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Start Date: ASAP
Temporary Positions Available
Currently, we are looking for nannies/sitters who have an open schedule and can cover a variety of child care needs throughout Marin. You must meet the usual requirements and be available for at least 4 months. As a temp you will go to different families filling in when needed. If you like variety, have a fluid schedule and perhaps can’t commit to a full year but would still like to do nanny work, temp work might suit you. Give us a call to discuss further.