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15 mother's helpers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 7 years
Mother's helpers in Santa Cruz, CA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny with infants and toddlers for the last 5 1/2 years and my most recent infant will need only part-time care for the summer. I started working with infants and toddlers from 1987 to 1998 when I ran a licensed family daycare and then as a nanny for four families with infants. In all cases, I stayed from...
Lynnette can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Lynnette is kind, compassionate and caring. She took great care of our child, providing them with love, care, and understanding. She’d think of creative ways to engage our child, focused around learning and play. I highly recommend Lynnette for your childcare...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/caretaking for 6 years, and I absolutely adore working with all kids. When working I love to incorporate as much fun and creativity as possible, all while maintaining a safe and educational environment. In addition to babysitting, I am also a certified lifeguard and swim instructor, so if you want your...
Ashlynn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I recently graduated from Chapman University. I have been working in childcare since I was 13 as a mother's helper. I worked as a day care nanny from ages 16-18 and was responsible for transportation to activities and after school care. Most recently, during my senior year of college I was a nanny for a 2-year-old where I was...
Amber H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! With over 10+ years of experience in child care it is needless to say I have a passion for children and their development. From volunteering in the children's ministries at church, to baby sitting the neighborhood kids, to becoming the family nanny my professional experience has been nothing shy of rewarding. Pre covid...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Madeleine G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have loved kids since I was a kid myself. At age 10, I started as a "mother's-helper," and have continued working in childcare ever since. I have experience watching children ages 2mo-13yo and am used to watching up to 4 kids at a time. Preparing meals, helping with homework, enforcing house rules, and having fun are part of...
Madeleine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
I've been working with kids all ages for about 3 years. I was a cabin leader 3 times throughout high school and I helped raise my niece since she was a baby ,
Another side job I have if with my mother is house cleaning, I've been working with her since I was 12 so am pretty good on keeping the house clean.
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Hello, my name is Venessia but kids call me Essa. I've worked as a Nanny/mommies helper for over 18 years, worked with 3 different families during that time.
I'm currently looking for occasional work on the weekends. Comfortable with infants all the way to age 7. Do you need a break and fun activities for your little ones I...
Venessia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
My passion is to help families thrive at their full potential so they can help grow strong communities.
I have 2 sons 7 and 3 years old . I homeschool them full time .
I have been working as a family helper with my children for 24 years .
Carolina Schellenberg can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jennifer S.
San Jose, CA
$18-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Loving, Energetic, Trustworthy, Mother Of Three Available To Care For Your Pride And Joy
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jennifer. I am a mother of 3 wonderful young teens; 2 girls and a boy. In addition, I have 11 younger brothers and sisters who I helped raise and watched grow into adulthood. This early experience in childcare, being surrounded by children in a large family, gave me the background and instilled a passion in me for...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jenn has been working for us for over a year now and we all love her. My son is 2 1/2 now and he is excited to see her every time. She has been very reliable. Jenn has helped reinforce skills; teaches him numbers, letters, and plays learning games with him. She...
Marianna S.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience in childcare, almost one year as a mothers helper and couple of years as dog sitter. I am excited to offer my services and to connect with a wonderful family.
- I am from Ecuador
- I was an au pair for 2 years in Boston.
- I have experience with kids from 6 months old to 12 years old.
- I am...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rattanapa or you can call me Por. I was an Au Pair from Thailand and I have over 6 years of childcare experience both from working at school and babysitting. I am a patient, trustworthy and loving person. I enjoy spending time with children and think they are super fun and amazing. I love painting, digital art and...
Rattanapa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Hi. I am basically a single mother of three. I raised my 3 beautiful kids on my own. I am a CNA, and attended BLS training. Trustworthy, patient, and hardworker.
I worked as a mothers helper and a caregiver for the last 5 years. I have references if needed. Thank you:
Helenejo can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Sara G.
San Jose, CA
$21-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Sara and I have about 5 years paid babysitting and nanny experience with children 5months to 12years. I started out as a live in nanny for a couple years then as a mother's helper for a different family and also helped with date night babysitting for multiple other families. I now have my own children and am...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My Name is Cassidy. I am 25 years old. I love kids and have been a mothers helper and babysitters/nanny since I was 11. I am first aid and CPR certified. I am very friendly and energetic and love the outdoors. I have experience with infants to middle school aged children. I can also help with meals, homework, light housekeeping,...
Cassidy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
hello!
my name is Sedona and I am a 22-year-old mama. I am looking for a compassionate, patient, and loving family who leans more into montessori/waldorf, education/play. I enjoy being able to help children thrive in their environment in all aspects.
I feel as though I am flexible with what the family believes fits their...
Sedona can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 $25.33.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA mother's helpers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Mother's Helpers in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 15 listed mother's helpers.