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Personal assistants in El Cerrito, CA
Mariela L.
El Cerrito, CA
$38-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Intuitive Nanny/Family Assistant Dedicated To Nurturing Children's Growth And Success
I am a 25-year-old psychology & design graduate from UC Davis planning to start her master's in September 2025 to be a child therapist. I love exploring ways to bring out kids' creativity and let their personalities shine through activities like art projects, dance, singing, fashion shows, outdoor activities, & more!
I worked...
Mariela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I like caring for seniors because I grew up with my grandparents and it taught me so much. I began my journey of figuring out where I fit in career wise in the elderly population by taking professional jobs working amongst the senior population.
I'm looking for a job that where I can connect to the person and form a bond by...
Radhika can also help with: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, mobility assistance & more
My name is Ruby, and I am a professional caregiver with over 6 years of experience. I am passionate about caring for elderly individuals, learning about their lives, and providing personalized support. Outgoing and engaging, I enjoy meaningful conversations and outdoor activities like gardening and exercise. My services include...
Ruby can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Summer F.
El Cerrito, CA
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Summer and I'm an experienced & reliable family assistant/nanny with a passion for bringing structure, organization & efficiency to households for parents, while providing kids with a safe & nurturing environment that fosters respect, curiosity & a love for learning. I am skilled at designing personalized...
Summer can also help with: Travel
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With a compassionate heart and years of experience in elder and memory care, I am dedicated to providing exceptional support and assistance to seniors in need. I have a deep understanding of the challenges that come with aging and cognitive decline, and I am committed to ensuring the physical, emotional, and social well-being of...
Sarah M can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 10 years of experience providing personalized care. I've also worked as a dental assistant and am currently pursuing a dental hygiene program, which has given me a strong background in health care. My passion for helping others drives me to provide the utmost care and...
Feiruz can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & more
Fnu T.
El Cerrito, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Compassionate, Empathetic Nurse Who Is Extremely Passionate To Cake Care Of Elders.
Empathetic, compassionate and dedicated nurse.
A care giver should have proactive behavior in identifying and preventing potential problems they encounter and promote comfort to them.
Skills and qualities - compassionate, empathetic and Patience. Experience in ADL, dedicated, reliable and flexible, Strong communication skills,...
Fnu can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mother of 3 adult children, caring for children for 30 years as a teacher, sailing instructor for youth and adults, love all things family, young and old from 0- 100 and passionate about the outdoors not to mention animal lover. I have an excellent driving record, CPR/first aid, and exemplary references.
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Laura took care part-time of our son when he was 2-7 months old. She was incredibly caring: she soothed him when he was fussy, sang to him and danced with him, and came up with lots of new ideas for activities and toys he would like. She was very committed to his...
Seiji Y.
Julie M.
Lafayette, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 15 years of experience running my own cleaning/organizing business to presently being a personal assistant for a highly successful attorney. I'm a perfectionist and I have excellent references.
5.0
"Julie is a GREAT caregiver plus more!! Julie has worked with my 84 year old friend with dementia for over 2 years. She goes above and beyond. She's always looking for ways she can help out -- using all her time on the job and time outside of work to help arrange...
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Silviya B.
Lafayette, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced & CPR Certified Nanny/Personal Assistant Available FT
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Warm & friendly nanny who loves kids and pets is looking for a full time engagement with a busy family. Over 20 years teaching experience in Europe and 11 years in the US working with children: 1-13 years old. Compassionate, clean, well organized, and effective communicator, fluent in Russian & Bulgarian with good working...
Silviya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Silviya is such a warm, kind & caring nanny. We are so grateful to have had Silviya take care of our almost 2 year old son this past year. Our son has not been exposed to very many caregivers and Silviya is always able to reassure & calm him down quickly when he...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
I am an experienced family assistant and manage most everything it takes to keep a household running smoothly including:
Laundry
Tidying organizing storage
Light to moderate cleaning, deeper when necessary
Handling errands and returns
Basic food prep
Occasional pet care
Resolving issues with service...
5.0
"Sharon is an incredibly responsible, conscientious, and fun loving caregiver for our son, R. She cared for him from when he was 3 months to 2 years old. She was very nurturing and attentive to him and they are still best buddies to this day. As a result of...
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Michelle S.
Oakland, CA
$45/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Professional with 23 years of experience working as a Private Chef, Nanny, Household Manager and Family/Personal Assistant. Exceptional references and resume are available upon request. CPR and Trustline registered.
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michelle is wonderful with our two kids: very friendly and caring. She brings good energy to the job, and she gives the kids good direction. She is patient and unflappable. She is one of our first tier choices for care for our children. "
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Julie M.
Lafayette, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
I have been a housekeeper/personal assistant for 10+ years. I have a client that I've had for 15 years. I enjoy what I do and I have excellent references. I'm a perfectionist and it shows with my terrific referrals.
Julie can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"She has been helping me run the household for almost 15 years and is the reason our family can do all the things we want while I work full time. She is honest and I trust her entirely."
Rebecca B.
5.0
(1)
I have had over 15+ years of experience in managing a home. My experience includes caring for children, aiding a senior:cleaning, running errands, etc. I have tremendous knowledge of healthy eating and also with nutritional supplements. Has worked as a caregiver/personal assistant for a 92yr old senior, duties included feeding,...
Sari can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Sari was an amazing asset to our family care team. She arrived daily with a smile on her face and ready to take on any challenge. Sari can think fast on her feet, is flexible, kind hearted and generous with her time. I would highly recommend her."
Mason H.
Amber G.
Emeryville, CA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Personal Assistant Available For Organization, Cooking, Cleaning And Pet care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Amber, thank you for viewing my profile. I have been working exclusively as a personal cook for folks throughout the Bay Area going on six years now, offering both in house and delivery services, and the occasional catering job.
I already have several clients who I work for but am looking to take on other...
Amber can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Amber has babysat for my two young kids (3.5 and 1) several times and we love her! She is dependable and fun for the kids and always takes the crazy in stride. We come home to peacefully sleeping kids and hear the next day about the games they played and how much...
Stephanie S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom and a young grandmother who has enjoyed and contributed to my daughter, granddaughter and number of other children emotionally, cognitively, and socially very successfully over the years. You can trust that should you choose me to take care of your child in any capacity, you will find I' m very nurturing and create...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sharon is awesome. I honestly do not have the kind of endurance she has with my daughter. It's like she just dives into the world of the little one in her care and somehow gets energy from doing it. She has always made sure to get her out to play groups and...
Heatherose P.
5.0
(2)
I bring over 20 years of professional experience as a child care provider, camp counselor, tutor, family/personal assistant, household manager... I also have a lifetime of hands-on experience as the eldest sister of eight siblings - including two sets of twins - and as the proud mom of a vibrant, curious tiny human who fills my...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I am so grateful for the day I hired Jessica so many years ago. She and her son became a part of our family. I can always count on her. She started helping us 10 years ago when I had my daughter, and our sons are the same age, growing up together :-) "
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Jalisa E.
Emeryville, CA
$30-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Provided 8 plus years of multifaceted services as a personal assistant/Nanny to career professionals and stay at home parents. I've cared for children from ages 4mo-13 years of age. Developed and implemented household organization and ensured daily activities, appointments, and schedules for the family ran smoothly.
As a...
Jalisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great with the kids. We would hire her again."
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Munira M.
Oakland, CA
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Personal Care, Light Housekeeping, Errands, Showers, Willing To Travel.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Past experience includes 10+ years serving as help for the elderly. I have assisted with household chores, food preparation, medical visits, medical management, personal care, and most important, I supplied them with lots of compassion and positivity. I am patient and able to handle a variety of personalities and lifestyle...
Munira can also help with: Companionship, dementia, home modification, live-in home care, respite care, personal care & more
5.0
"If you are looking for a caregiver for an elder, I highly recommend Munira. She has a natural talent of working with elder and making everyone feel comfortable. She is very good at communicating, very responsive, and always on-time. I especially appreciate her...
Raakhee M.
Zayra S.
Pinole, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dedicated and compassionate provider of elder. patient, personable
and professional in responding to resident needs with a gentle touch and caring attitude. My experience as a caregiver consist: Assist clients with daily living. like bathing, dressing, meds reminder, doctors appointment or any activities like, watch movies, go...
Zayra can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Zayra did a great job taking care of my 92 year-old mother. She was able to earn my mother's trust and was very kind to her. Zayra is reliable, consistent and trustworthy. "
Michael T.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in El Cerrito, CA
Laura H.
5.0
Laura took care part-time of our son when he was 2-7 months old. She was incredibly caring: she soothed him when he was fussy, sang to him and danced with him, and came up with lots of new ideas for activities and toys he would like. She was very committed to his well-being and even accompanied us...
- Seiji Y.
Julie M.
5.0
Julie is a GREAT caregiver plus more!! Julie has worked with my 84 year old friend with dementia for over 2 years. She goes above and beyond. She's always looking for ways she can help out -- using all her time on the job and time outside of work to help arrange appointments, pay bills, organize...
- Care member
Silviya B.
5.0
Silviya is such a warm, kind & caring nanny. We are so grateful to have had Silviya take care of our almost 2 year old son this past year. Our son has not been exposed to very many caregivers and Silviya is always able to reassure & calm him down quickly when he experiences separation anxiety. She...
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Sharon L.
5.0
Sharon is an incredibly responsible, conscientious, and fun loving caregiver for our son, R. She cared for him from when he was 3 months to 2 years old. She was very nurturing and attentive to him and they are still best buddies to this day. As a result of Sharon's wonderful relationship with my...
- Care member
Michelle S.
5.0
We've hired Michelle one time. She was very communicative and professional. My kids were very happy with her and requested to have her return, which is unusual for them! We will hire her again.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in El Cerrito
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in El Cerrito, CA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in El Cerrito, CA on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $32.29 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in El Cerrito?
Care.com has 7 personal assistants in El Cerrito, CA. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from El Cerrito or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in El Cerrito?
Most personal assistants in El Cerrito, CA can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around El Cerrito. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.