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60 mother's helpers are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average posted rate is $29/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 7 years
Mother's helpers in Palo Alto, CA
Lanying S.
Palo Alto, CA
$19-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mandarin Teacher And Approachable Caring Mother And Mother's Helper
Hello there
I am a mother who is accompany with my teenager daughter in Palo Alto right now. Before that I worked the head of the teaching assistant as well as a mandarin teacher in an international school in China for 20 years.
I am now working as a part time TA in Ohlone Mandarin programme for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday....
Lanying can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Citlali M.
Palo Alto, CA
$32-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of nanny experience and am a great mother's helper! I love running little errands and helping parents make things a little smoother!
Citlali can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Berkeley P.
Palo Alto, CA
$35-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Berkeley and I am looking for nannying and babysitting jobs while I'm in school!
I have always loved working with kids, as the oldest of four, I have actively learned responsibility and strive to be a solid and positive role model myself.
I've been babysitting since I was in middle school, watching...
Lisbet Y.
Palo Alto, CA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am Lisbeth, a loving, energetic and responsible nanny, looking for a full-time position. I have experience caring for newborns and toddlers and can handle all responsibilities related to their care including:
- Cleaning and preparing bottles
- Changing diapers and cleaning the baby's room Assisting mothers with feeding
-...
Lisbet can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jacqueline P.
Palo Alto, CA
$35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there:) my name is Jacqueline but you can call me Jackie. I am a happy mother of 2 and a grandmother as well. A safe, healthy, fun and full of love environment it's a must that I like to provide to my children and those that are trusted under my care.
As a nanny, I'd like to encourage reading, healthy eating habits and...
Jacqueline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(3)
I have worked with some toddlers during the past years. Experience working in a Non-Profit (Family Connections); and I have been teaching kids in Sunday School at my church for many years. But my main experience had been growth my 2 kids of 13 and 11 yrs. old years.
I am available to work as Babysitter for Winter break (Dec. 23...
Iraida can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Iraida was amazing with our daughter. She was patient, loving and very caring. She always listen to ask and always made us available whenever we needed her outside of her regular schedule. We were lucky to have Iraida look after our little girl and would highly...
Reshma M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Having accumulated 3 years of valuable experience, I am well equipped to provide exceptional assistance in various areas. Among my proficiencies are Swimming Supervision, Meal Prep and Driving.
Owning a reliable car and possessing a flexible schedule, I am fully prepared to adapt to your family's specific requirements. Whether...
Nourchene can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Nourchene has worked with my family as a babysitter and mother's helper and she's been fantastic! She is hardworking and caring - she is great and creative with my infant, who is not easy (7mo, been watching her since 5mo). She's able to work well alongside other...
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Alexis B.
San Carlos, CA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lexi. I am a student at SFSU and have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting and doing mother's helper since since I was 10. I also have worked at an art summer camp as well as was a preschool teacher this past summer!
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lexi was incredible with our infant. She was extremely punctual, dependable, trustworthy and caring. Our son loved her! She was super engaging with him. We had a very set nap schedule that she easily worked with. On downtime, she would tidy up the house for us. She...
Aubrey C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Sharleen.
I have excellent reference, a good driving record and a background check on care. com.
I was a certified medical assistant although my certification has expired I do re-certify infant and adult CPR every two years.
I've held two long term care positions;
A family with three children arriving at...
Sharleen can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sharleen has worked with our family for several years! She comes in the mornings to get the kids ready for school, and in the afternoons to get them to/from various activities. Our three kids (now 6,9,10) can be a handful and Sharleen handles them with good cheer...
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Jennifer G.
Menlo Park, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My nanny journey began as a helper for a small babysitting company. I then moved on to gain more experience working at an after school program for elementary and middle school kids.
Finally I decided to create a care profile and was lucky to find two amazing families that needed my help. These opportunities came with their...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer is reliable, responsible, flexible, caring and industrious. She is always willing to do what it takes to make your load lighter. Fits in easily to any family and the kids love her. "
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Teri L.
Sunnyvale, CA
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Extremely Experienced In Childcare, Household Help, Grocery Shopping/Errands, Food Prep/Cooking
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old (a LONG time). I am very outgoing and friendly. I taught preschool at North Valley Baptist School in Santa Clara for 2 years, ran a daycare in my home for over 17 years plus I am a certified Birth Doula. I LOVE babies and children of all ages. We have been married 30 years, have 4...
Teri can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Mrs. Teri L is a real life Mary Poppins! Every parent needs a life line for child care, counseling and encouragement and Mrs. L was all of that for me when she cared for my girls. She was a wonderful nanny to my two daughters for their first 3 years of life. She...
Melissa W.
Michelle R.
Belmont, CA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a creative and friendly caregiver with over a year of experience. I was inspired to become a caregiver from raising my own two children, and I want to provide reliable support for families. My approach is soothing, respectful, and always age-appropriate. I'm happy to follow your preferred communication method to keep you...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning
Mother's help in Redwood City
Are you overwhelmed and need extra help? I'm here for you!
My name is Giovanna, I live in Redwood City, I'm 26yo and I'm looking for a job as a mother's help. Unfortunately the family I work for it is moving next month. Currently I help them with family laundry, kitchen cleaning, house...
Giovanna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Kristina H.
Menlo Park, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Easy-Going, Positive-Disciplining, Adventure-Loving Nanny
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My current main nanny family is moving to the beach! I have worked with them for 2. 5 years and am in search of some combination of about 35 hours with mainly infants or toddler families.
I've always had a love for children and started mother's helper positions as young as 12 and babysitting at 14. I have been called many...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have a 5 yrs old daughter. I am passionate about children and I believe every parents like me will do everything to provide the best experience for the child and we have the same goal. I am here to help.
Antoinette can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Is your Nanny sick today? Last minute one time, kids doctor's appointment , travel Nanny or Date night. Mature and caring Nanny. Long time Sunnyvale resident. Former Preschool Teacher and elementary Substitute Teacher, Mother.
Feel free to message me for availability or any questions.
Carmen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Alma I have 10 years of experience as a nanny/ mothers helper. I have worked with so many families also I had another account I can't log back on I had a lot of references.
Alma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Ana A.
Redwood City, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Ana, I am 30 years old. I am looking for a part time mothers helper or after daycare position. I currently work as a teacher at a day care in San Carlos since 2017. And I'm interested in after school/day care job 2/3 times a week... 6pm- 10 p.m. My professional experience is caring for a range of ages from...
Ana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Andrea and I am a second year biology student at the University of Utah. I am currently at home in Menlo Park taking self-paced classes online. I have been a babysitter and a mother's helper for about 8 years and I am Red Cross Babysitter certified. I have experience babysitting children ages 3 months to 11 years...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Esmeralda G.
Mountain View, CA
$54/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Esmeralda.
I have 7years of experience as a mother's helper and child care provider.
My current family is no longer in need of my assistance.
I am looking for a wonderful family to assist on Friday Saturday and Sunday
7am-8:00 p.m.
I can provide my references, Identification, and background check upon...
Esmeralda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA
Iraida G.
5.0
Iraida is very respectful. She is very attentive and detail-oriented. Iraida is excellent with children - very patient and caring. She is present and focused and at the same time, she is always looking ahead and preparing herself for it.
- lorena A.
Nourchene H.
5.0
Nourchene has worked with my family as a babysitter and mother's helper and she's been fantastic! She is hardworking and caring - she is great and creative with my infant, who is not easy (7mo, been watching her since 5mo). She's able to work well alongside other caregivers. She has also been an...
- Care member
Alexis B.
5.0
Lexi was incredible with our infant. She was extremely punctual, dependable, trustworthy and caring. Our son loved her! She was super engaging with him. We had a very set nap schedule that she easily worked with. On downtime, she would tidy up the house for us. She also would take our son on walks &...
- Aubrey C.
Sharleen T.
5.0
Sharleen has worked with our family for several years! She comes in the mornings to get the kids ready for school, and in the afternoons to get them to/from various activities. Our three kids (now 6,9,10) can be a handful and Sharleen handles them with good cheer and common sense. She's fun to be...
- Care member
Jennifer G.
5.0
Jennifer is reliable, responsible, flexible, caring and industrious. She is always willing to do what it takes to make your load lighter. Fits in easily to any family and the kids love her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Palo Alto, 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 6 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA in February, 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 $29.00.