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60 mother's helpers are listed in San Rafael, CA
The average posted rate is $29/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 6 years
Mother's helpers in San Rafael, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Karina. I am 34 years old and I'm from Brazil. I'm a nanny and certified postpartum doula. I have been working here as a nanny since 2018.
I have experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers, nanny share and families with 2 kids or more. I'm very responsible, kind, patient, flexible and reliable. I...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Karina is wonderful! We've hired her multiple times for occasional baby sitting of our 2 yr old boy and since the first time, she's been at the top of our list of occasional sitters. She is always on time, reliable, responds quickly and is very engaging with our...
Clarissa S.
My experience in child care started 7 years ago , I have worked with 5 families, making a minimum 1-year contract. I have worked with children that range from newborns, to teenagers. Many of the activities I include with children are play dates, trips to museums, local libraries, story time, and of course time at the playgrounds...
Cinthya can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Hi! Before entering college, I was employed in the Childcare Division at Bay Club Marin as a Lead Childcare Associate for over four years, where I took care of children ranging from three months to 12 years in age. I also have been a nanny and babysitter for personal clients for 7 years, where I cook, drive kids to...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Fabiana B.
San Rafael, CA
$32-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Extensive Experience with Babies & Toddlers
Potty Training Support - Helping children transition smoothly with patience and consistency. Keeping Kids Active Encouraging outdoor play, sensory activities, and educational fun to promote physical and cognitive growth. CPR & First Aid Certified - Your child's safety is always my top...
I have over 20 years working with children and families in school and community settings. I have specialized in working with neurodivergent and emotionally sensitive children. I have held many wonderful professional roles from Psychologist, Preschool Teacher, 1:1 Aide, Consultant, Behavior Interventionist, Socio Emotional...
Meena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Miki S.
Mill Valley, CA
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Miki. I'm from Japan. I love to take care of kids especially babies and toddlers. I myself is a mother of 2 girls so I have 12+ years experience. I would also be happy to help cleaning, cooking, organizing etc.
Currently I don't accept regular clients but if you need an evening helper in Marin, please let me...
Miki can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had Miki for a few hours on a weekend morning. She was so sweet and gentle with our 11 month old baby. She arrived early and was totally attentive to him, played with him and read to him. Our baby responded to well to her gentle and kind demeanor. We will book...
Maryellen M.
Hi there!
My name is Olivia, I'm 30 years old, and I live in Fairfax. I've been a nanny, babysitter, and mother's helper on and off since I was young, so I have extensive experience working with children of all ages. I currently watch my nephew, who is almost 2, and have been caring for him since he was much younger, so I'm...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have cared for many children in the past 10+ years, working as a babysitter, nanny, and family helper for multiple different families. I also have 8 nieces and nephews, through which I have gained a multitude of experience caring for children of all-ages. I enjoy spending time with children of all ages, and find childcare to...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hermine has dedicated over 20 years to coaching swimming and teaching Pilates, all while raising her three children. Her journey through motherhood, combined with the privilege of assisting her sister in six home births, has instilled in her a deep passion for supporting new mothers. Hermine's warm and nurturing presence, along...
Hermine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Karen. I have 10 years of experience as both a nanny and a mom's helper. I enjoy engaging in both physical and cognitive activities with the kids I nanny. I speak Spanish as a second language and enjoy teaching it as well. You may contact me directly to speak further about my experience and background as a...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jamie L.
Larkspur, CA
$35/hr • 9 yrs exp
Jamie Your Go To Helper For Childcare, Pet Care, House Care, And Senior Support
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jamie! With a degree in Psychology and HR, and a child nutrition diploma, plus years of hands-on experience, I offer a range of services to make life easier for you and your family.
I'm a CPR certified childcare pro with experience as a preschool teacher, nanny, and au pair. I'm also passionate about pet care, offering...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a loving and hands on nanny with 10 years of experience working with kids. I absolutely adore spending time with children and creating a fun, safe space for them to learn and grow. Whether it's playing games, doing arts and crafts, or just chatting about their day, I enjoy making special memories with the kids. I'm...
Gloria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, welcome! My name is Lexi, from as far back as I can remember I have loved being around little ones. My first childcare job was when I was only 13 years old, I became a Mommy's Helper for a family friend and fell in love with being around kids. Aside from having quite a few younger cousins and being the family babysitter for...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lexi has been a huge help for our family. We can count on her to get our kids to their after school activities on time. She does great with our hectic schedule. She is sweet and really great with children."
Belinda S.
5.0
(3)
Hi there! My name is McKenzie, and I'm passionate about supporting families and creating a nurturing, engaging space where children thrive. I love finding adventure in everyday moments-through imaginative play, outdoor exploration, and meaningful routines that encourage curiosity and independence.
With over a decade of...
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Mackenzie is extremely compassionate, enthusiastic, dependable and caring. She has a wonderful personality and is very easy to get along with. She is very adaptable in all situations!"
JENNIFER B.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.
Sedona G.
Oakland, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*I am currently only looking for ocasional babysitting opportunities (evening/date night/weekend) as I have a full time job. Thanks!*
I have babysat/nannied since my freshman year of high school. My previous jobs include working as a mother's helper, where I would watch the kids, do light household chores, and occasional dinner...
Camila can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Camila babysat for our daughter many times over the last few years and she has always been great. She's on time, she's very upbeat and our daughter really likes her. She gets along great with our dog too. :-)"
Mike S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Wendy, and I'm 32 years old. I'm a reliable, patient, positive and honest person. I speak English and Spanish. I am an active person, in my free time, I like to exercise, go for walks, read books, learn about new things. I love babysitting because I like to interact with children, I like to teach them and I enjoy...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are so impressed with Wendy's level of skill as a nanny. She took care of my 2.5 yo twin boys from early morning to nap time and did a wonderful job. They went for a walk to the park, had lunch and were back down to nap on schedule. The boys liked her...
Cecily D.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
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.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in San Rafael, CA
Karina P.
5.0
Karina is wonderful! We've hired her multiple times for occasional baby sitting of our 2 yr old boy and since the first time, she's been at the top of our list of occasional sitters. She is always on time, reliable, responds quickly and is very engaging with our son. She's energetic and very hands...
- Clarissa S.
Miki S.
5.0
We had Miki for a few hours on a weekend morning. She was so sweet and gentle with our 11 month old baby. She arrived early and was totally attentive to him, played with him and read to him. Our baby responded to well to her gentle and kind demeanor. We will book with Miki again!
- Maryellen M.
Alexis C.
5.0
I highly recommend Lexi! She was our twin boys' nanny starting when they were 6 weeks old until they started daycare at 4 months. She was willing to help us even when we were sick, which is when we were needing her the most! She started out helping me manage two newborns and did everything exactly...
- Heather H.
Mckenzie M.
5.0
Mckenzie is one of the best child caretakers I have come across! Not only does she have experience being a full time live-in nanny for multiple families, but she also has great experience with children on the spectrum. She is kind, dependable, and so knowledgeable about childhood development and...
- Meredith R.
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 San Rafael, 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 5 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 San Rafael, 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 San Rafael, 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 San Rafael, CA in March, 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 $29.20.