Things to Know
A few things every Bay Area family should know before meeting caregivers.
01
A babysitter watches your children. A professional nanny is a consistent developmental presence, building routines, supporting milestones, and partnering with you week after week.
That consistency, the same trusted person, invested in your children's growth, is the difference. It's why compatibility here is measured on care style and philosophy, not just availability.
02
Fillmore is built for recurring roles: full-time or part-time schedules with guaranteed hours, the same week to week (say, every Mon/Wed/Fri from 3-6pm). Reliable care when you know you'll need it. Professional nannies plan their week around your family.
03
In San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area, professional nannies typically earn $30 to $45+ per hour, depending on number of children and responsibilities.
Guaranteed hours
Standard here: you pay for the schedule you've reserved, even weeks you need less care.
Household employment
Most families budget for paid time off, holidays, and payroll taxes. Families and caregivers are responsible for determining and complying with the legal, tax, payroll, insurance and employment requirements that apply to their own working relationship.
No surprises
Caregivers on Fillmore set a minimum hourly rate on their profile, so you know before meet your matches.
04
A trial day is a paid working day, usually 4 to 8 hours, where a nanny cares for your children in your home before either side commits. It's the single best predictor of fit: you see how she handles your real routines, and she sees how your household actually runs.
Trial days are always paid at the nanny's regular hourly rate, and you pay her directly at the end of the day. Fillmore does not handle payment. Fillmore gives you a scheduling tool and a trial-day checklist; you and the nanny confirm the day and the rate between you, so the day ends with a clear decision, not an awkward conversation.