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Mother's helpers in Berkeley, CA
Jinling G.
Berkeley, CA
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Attentive Domestic Helper And Mandarin Language Coach
Child care. Support families with the emotional and social development of their child(ren). Instruct children in health and personal hygiene habits. Monitor and participate in children's recreational activities. Coach children in Chinese Mandarin language skills.
Kind, sincere, cheerful, serious, and responsible. I have a valid...
Jinling can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting and being a mother's helper. From there, I built bonds with multiple families and became a part time nanny. I have managed kids' schedules and dealt with carpool/other transportation needs. I have over 5 years of experience in childcare with children from ages 6 months old to 10 years old.
Georgia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with George for a year. If it was not for the pandemic, Georgia would still be working with us. Georgia was responsible for picking up my 2 young children from school/camp and dropping them off at their sport practices; in the...
Emily L.
Margot M.
Moraga, CA
$19-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Margot. I am currently a sophomore at San Diego State University and am a Communications major and a Marketing minor. If you need help with date nights, school pick-ups, general childcare, or a Mom's helper let me know! I would love to start helping your family and I have a pretty flexible schedule! I have been...
Margot can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Margot was true joy to work with! She was very heart warming, professional, kind, aware of her surroundings, and genuinely loves spending time with kids. My eight-year was very comfortable with Margot and always enthusiastic when spending time with her. Margot...
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Delaney S.
San Francisco, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for children since a very young age.
I started as a mothers helper at age 10 and became a nanny when I could legally work.
I have a lot of experience with children and adults, who have developmental disabilities, but have also worked with children/adolescents who are not cognitively delayed.
I'm comfortable with...
Delaney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"she was great - very punctual, reliable. Came ready to spend time with the kids, and they enjoyed having her. She also cleaned up afterwards because the kids were asleep for at least 4 hours after she put them down. We'd hire her again!"
Nicole C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jazmin, thank you for reviewing my profile. I'm a naturally nurturing, loving babysitter caring for children for 6 years with experience with caring for infants/ toddlers ages from 0-6 years old. Organized, reliable and self serving with skills at creating a safe enjoyable environment for children to play and grow...
Jazmin can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jazmin was a delight to me and my family. She’d occasionally care for my kids. A teenager and a two year old toddler. My kids seem to enjoy her company, very hands on. Definitely has a way with kids. Jazmin was very responsible and reliable. "
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Vanessa H.
Oakland, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Enthusiastic, Responsible, And Experienced College Student Looking To Nanny/babysit
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Vanessa and I am an experienced nanny and babysitter from Oakland, CA and planning to move to NYC. I was a mother's helper in middle school and began babysitting around the age of 13. I babysat at least twice a month through all of high school, usually kids aged 2-6. I nannied in Summer 2020, 40 hours a week for...
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Vanessa cared for our two kids, ages 9 and 12, in the afternoons over the summer. She picked them up from school or camp, drove them to activities/play dates, managed them doing their chores, and hung out with them at home until we were done with the work day....
Tashana L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Susan! I have decades of childcare experience including: being a mom of two and now a grandma of 3 energetic toddlers, owning a kindergarten preparatory for 20 years (and selling it), taking infant and child developmental classes, and most recently, as a nanny for wonderful families! Families describe me as warm,...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We had Susan over daily to take care of our newborn between when she was 1.5 to 3 months old. Susan is great! She can read the baby very well, and the baby was very comfortable being soothed to sleep by Susan. Susan also taught us child developmental knowledge so...
Dongting Y.
Maddie T.
Oakland, CA
$35-48/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maddie! I'm a full time nanny, planning to start training as a newborn care specialist soon. I've worked as a nanny, mothers' helper, and a preschool music teacher. I have experience with ages 2mo-12yr, including singles, multiples, siblings, and shares. I love singing, making art, cooking, reading, dancing, taking...
Maddie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Maddie helped us in our postpartum after having our second child. We knew our 3yo would need extra attention in the evenings, plus we'd need help around the house, and Maddie turned out to be the perfect fit.
In addition to being a great nanny to our kiddo,...
Lori A.
Neha K.
Oakland, CA
$30-33/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.5
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as empathic, caring and grounded.
I'm looking for opportunities to provide excellent service as a caregiver/babysitter/family helper/tutor where I can embody my highest values of care, attention to detail, respect and authenticity, that will help support myself during this transition period after a...
Neha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
3.0
"Generally capable, and engaging with my daughter but a poor fit energetically. Very different vibes in-person than on the phone, perhaps a personal pride thing with the career transition? Talked over me and was a bit dismissive during orientation. Would not hire...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a full or part-time nanny for over 15 years! I am also a top of the line mother's helper. I am currently seeking a family to start now, I can be responsible for children's laundry, children's meals, bath time. Generally, I spend lots of time playing with the kids, reading, getting out to the park or...
Susana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"In the 1.5 years of working together, we have observed Susana excel in numerous areas including, but not limited to, the following:
1. She brings a lot of enthusiasm and fresh ideas to her work. As we're first-time parents, she provided suggestions on a range of...
Huan W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Delia and I can wear a lot of hats! I am a great babysitter for kids of any age including newborns or babies. I double up as a mother's helper and excel in meal prepping and professional organizing.
I have a lot of ideas for keeping kids busy and entertained (without Tv or technology). I am fun, very reliable, and...
Delia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Delia is amazing! She's us dependable and punctual. My son loves being with her. She is kind, attentive, warm and fun. The foods she makes him are yummy and fresh. All around a really great caregiver!"
Elisabeth T.
Sedona G.
Oakland, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey Bay Area Families!
My name is Seddy, I am a seasoned Nanny, Mommy helper and Doula Assistant. I care for Mommas before giving birth and children from infancy to 12 years old (she's got range!) I am currently in school to become a Holistic Health Practitioner.
My passion for childcare is rooted in inspiring the good...
Sedona can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's energetic and puts the well being of the children first at all times no matter what! She's watched over my son previously- Sedona is a great addition to any team."
John G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate from SFSU and a newly registered nurse with a strong passion for childcare and early childhood development. My experience includes working as a student assistant at the University of Oregon's Child Development Center, where I cared for children aged 1 month to 5 years, fostering their developmental growth...
Amaya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Amaya has been looking after our 2 year old since June 2020 (she is with us for the summer). Amaya is responsible, reliable, and goes above and beyond to provide care and create a safe and thoughtful environment for our son. She's taught him sign language, they've...
Jen H.
Lucy M.
San Francisco, CA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Lucy Magowan, and I'm based in San Francisco. I currently work consistently with three families, taking on a variety of roles. For one family, I am a mother's helper, assisting with everything from running errands and grocery shopping to childcare. I also provide overnight care for another family and offer...
Lucy can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Hi! I'm Odessa and I just moved to Oakland after graduating from law school in May. I've had childcare experience beginning when I was 8 with mother's helpers jobs and working at summer camps for kids. When I was in high school I worked for a childcare company, The Little Guest, who would contract me out to hotel events in the...
Odessa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Crystal!! Always open to babysitting!
Currently looking for a Part time 2-3 days, 8-10 hours a day. Open to be flexible for the right family. :) + weekdays for any babysitting. I have a 4hr minimum.
I have 6+ years of experience as a Nanny/ Babysitter :D
I'm 33 years old. Bilingual (Spanish & English)
Mommy's helper, house...
Cristavel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Families!
I'm Luana, I'm 28 years old and after almost 2 years with the same family I am looking for my new position as a nanny.
I'm a enthusiastic and energetic nanny. My goal as a nanny is ensure the kids have a strong development through enjoyable and educational activities, social involvement and caring about children's...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
As someone who studied Occupational Therapy, I am knowledgeable about child development and am passionate about fostering growth and learning as well as promoting quality of life.
I started working with kids as a Sunday school helper in middle school and have since been a sitter/nanny for many sweet families!
In my spare...
Tatiana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hello families,
I am a 35-year-old and a mother of 3 children.
I can assist your family with household chores and childcare. I have experience caring for children for 5 years.
Miriam can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
FULL-TIME NANNY AND MOTHER'S HELPER POSITION
Hello Parents!
I'm a reliable nanny with over 7 years of experience (incluing 2 years in the U. S.) taking care of children from 4 months to teenagers. I'm also a qualified Portuguese teacher.
Here's a little more about me:
A former Au Pair
Fully vaccinated
Strong swimmer
Stronger...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Berkeley, CA
Georgia B.
5.0
We had the pleasure of working with George for a year. If it was not for the pandemic, Georgia would still be working with us. Georgia was responsible for picking up my 2 young children from school/camp and dropping them off at their sport practices; in the summers, her time with my children...
- Emily L.
Margot M.
5.0
Margot was true joy to work with! She was very heart warming, professional, kind, aware of her surroundings, and genuinely loves spending time with kids. My eight-year was very comfortable with Margot and always enthusiastic when spending time with her. Margot always kept me informed on...
- Care member
Delaney S.
5.0
she was great - very punctual, reliable. Came ready to spend time with the kids, and they enjoyed having her. She also cleaned up afterwards because the kids were asleep for at least 4 hours after she put them down. We'd hire her again!
- Nicole C.
Jazmin C.
5.0
I love Jazmin, she is always on time and take care of my baby very careful. She is sweet, friendly and kind hearted. It’s sad to see her leave because we see her like a family member. Please give her a chance to work with your family.
- Gigi P.
Vanessa H.
5.0
Vanessa cared for our two kids, ages 9 and 12, in the afternoons over the summer. She picked them up from school or camp, drove them to activities/play dates, managed them doing their chores, and hung out with them at home until we were done with the work day.
She is amazing - dependable,...
- Tashana L.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Berkeley, CA?
In a lot of cases mother’s helpers take on many of the same babysitter duties that a normal babysitter does. A mother’s helper can help with homework, can supervise children, and can even do light housework. The biggest difference between a sitter and a mother’s helper is typically their age. Usually, a mother’s helper is a “babysitter in training” who isn’t old enough to be alone in a home with children, but can help keep an eye on children while parents are nearby while taking some time to themselves. Review 1 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.
How can I find mother’s helpers near me in Berkeley, CA?
Thanks to babysitting websites like Care.com, it’s easy to find qualified babysitters online near you, including mother’s helpers. You can search through Care.com profiles to find a mother’s helper who has the experience you’re looking for and can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Berkeley, CA. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.
How much does it cost to hire a mother’s helper near me in Berkeley, CA in April, 2025?
Similar to babysitting rates, mother’s helpers rates can vary based on different factors like their years of experience or where you live. Typically, mother’s helper rates near you start at $28.00.