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60 personal assistants are listed in Los Altos, CA
The average posted rate is $30/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 6 years
Personal assistants in Los Altos, CA
Gabriele M.
Los Altos, CA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Assistant/Family/Educational Assistant/Tutor/Nanny
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I very much enjoy working with children and supporting them in their academic and social settings through their developmental stages. It is very satisfactory to watch children learn and grow and to reach their potential and to engage them in age-appropriate developmental activities such as arts & crafts projects, board games,...
Gabriele can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Gabriele worked with me for half a year when my son was 2 years old and my daughter was 2 months old. She helped me with the kids at home, running errands, going to the park, and going swimming. Since I was there with her as well, I really got to know her and to...
Kristin A.
4.7
(3)
Hello, my name is Alison and I am a caregiver, personal assistant, and companion in one. I am 36 and have amassed numerous skills relating to taking care of people's wants and needs.
I have the awareness and discernment for the appropriate response to your situation at hand.
I assist in adhering to the recommendations of your...
Alison can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Alison helped me pack, unpack, and organize from a move. She was very efficient, careful, and made the transition go so well. She listened to what I wanted but also made some great suggestions for setting up our things. My husband was in the hospital, and I have...
Karin M.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced and practical personal assistant and I am happy to make your life easier. I majored in computer applications business technology so that I could be of most help to a busy professional, though I prefer physical tasks. I provide a wide variety of tasks and services. Please reach out to me with your questions,...
Provide Personal Assistant/Family Assistant to a kind and happy family. I have been working in high tech for many years but last years I have been enjoying working with children as it is rewarding to watch them learn and grow. My experience with children which ranges from infant to teenagers, extends back to when I was a...
Hello! I'm Carole, a passionate nursing assistant student eager to bring my caregiving skills and compassionate nature to a senior caregiving role. My journey began with caring for my own grandparents, where I learned the importance of patience, empathy, and providing personalized care. I am currently studying to become a...
Carole Marriene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CNA
Aziza B.
Los Altos, CA
$63/hr • 10 yrs exp
I had worked in rehabilitation center over 8 years. I am skilled working with post-operation and recovery patients. I also Certified nursing assistant and Have BLS with American Heart Association. I worked as CNA for over 15 years . I am still working as caregiver and because I love helping seniors. I am caring and compassionate...
Aziza can also help with: Personal care, specialized care, companionship, hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have over 30 years experience providing assistance to individuals of differing ages and abilities with extensive knowledge in health and wellness, nutrition, catered meal planning/preparation and diabetes management. My goal, whether it be a one time or regularly scheduled basis, is to seamlessly integrate into your routine...
Shelley can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Derek P.
Los Altos, CA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Grew Up In The Bay Area, Migrated To Los Angeles, And Recently Moved Back Into The Area.
I would describe myself as kind, thoughtful, patient, and with a good sense of humor. I find fulfillment in caring for seniors, valuing human connection and treating others with respect. Im seeking a job that allows me to provide companionship and assistance to those in need. I have personal experience caring for my grandmother...
Derek can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, transportation, companionship, meal prep & more
Yaya R.
Redwood City, CA
$40-49/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Personal Assistant focuses on managing day-to-day task of a single person or family
I can provide Housekeeping and maintenance focus on daily tasks
I also provide Food preparation as needed if required
I work part-time as a private chef and I am certified food handler
I can provide excellent references .
Feel free...
Yaya can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Yaya is a wonderful chef and a great human being. She is very creative with her cooking but also very organized and efficient. She created complex and simple dishes for myself and my young kids. Yaya also helped with menu planning and organization. I highly...
Neil K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working with families in the Bay Area for several years. I have experience with children from infants to teenagers. I also took care for children with food allergies. I love spending time with children and I feel that I am very good at it. I am patient and caring I enjoy immersing myself in the imaginative world of the...
Giuditta can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Giuditta babysat my 4 year old son. He is rather sensitive but she had a natural approach and connected with him quickly playing cars. She also showed him how to write his name as he gets into the phase of being curious about letters and alphabet. I would hire...
Joanna S.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families,
My name is ivy. I'm a teacher assistance here in Menlo Park at a private school. I currently teach 3rd grade. But I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new...
Ivy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Ivy is calm and meshed with my daughter right away."
Hemal M.
Ana S.
Sunnyvale, CA
$27-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ana S, a lucky mom of a beautiful 3-year-old who will soon start school. I am originally from California, recently moved to Denver, Colorado.
I've done nannying for about 5 years and was also a personal assistant for close to 2 years. I love every second of it as I find that both of those jobs keep me quite busy...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Attentive, loving, intelligent, communicative, resourceful - we've been so fortunate to have Ana in our home these last 5 months. Ana has the ability to be the most grounded and calming presence for me, a first time mom, while simultaneously being a dynamic,...
Sarah F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caregiver, I'm driven by my passion for fostering children's growth and development. With two 1/2 years of experience and coursework in early child development, I'm dedicated to positively impacting young lives. My patient and creative nature allows me to engage children in outdoor games, board games, and puzzles. While...
Elisha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elisha has been a wonderful nanny for our two children these past 3 months! She has blown us away with her maturity! She's extremely responsible, compassionate, and has a high emotional awareness that she uses to help and teach children to increase their own...
Nathan G.
5.0
(2)
I've been a caretaker for 8yrs, and have truly found my calling. I am a mother of three wonderful kids and have always felt a need in assisting anybody in need. My experience includes: dementia, Alzheimer, OCD, handicap, food prep, light house chores, bathing assistance, and mobility. Companionship
Amanda can also help with: Hospice services, errands, home modification, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We hired Amanda as our mom's first caregiver when she was at the spry age of 98. Before meeting Amanda, Mom was fiercely independent and disagreeable about having a caregiver in her home. When she met Amanda everything changed! Amanda quickly developed a rapport...
Diana P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Doha! I am a reliable, patient, and creative nanny. I have nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have five years experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I coached gymnastics to elementary aged children. I volunteered with the local Special Olympics and have extensive experience with...
Doha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Doha helped us for a week take care of our 9 month old son, who was dealing with a pretty tough cold at the time. Doha was very caring and put in the extra effort to make him feel comfortable when he was clearly not feeling very well. Thank you Doha!"
John D.
Evangeline M.
Sunnyvale, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...
Evangeline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
I offer reliable, caring, and fun childcare for children of all ages. Whether you need help with school-aged kids, after-school care, or weekend support, I'm here to provide personalized attention and create a positive, safe environment for your child.
Services include:
Educational Play & Activities: Engaging games, crafts,...
Yuliia can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Yulia has a unique ability to connect with children. Even though our kiddos do not have special needs, her previous experience working with, helping and teaching children with special needs might have something to do with the intuition and empathy she has shown...
Shilpa M.
Guadalupe C.
Menlo Park, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Guadalupe. I am 52 years old and I have 20+ years of experience as a nanny. I have experience working with children ages from newborns to 10-year-olds. Im currently Iooking for a family that requires assistance with their children. I have experience working on a family daycare and with twins. I have good...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of entrusting my 6-month-old baby to Lupe for a date night, and I could not have been more impressed by the level of care she demonstrated. Punctuality is essential when you're planning an evening out, and Guadelupe showed up right on...
Kim H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a cat enthusiast but cannot yet have kitties of my own, I rent, and sadly no pets are allowed! I grew up with tabbies, parakeets, and fishies. I am comfortable in feeding, watering, and cleaning their space/tanks. If your pet needs extra care with dietary restrictions, medication measurements; I am very attentive to...
Diana can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Absolutely amazing with my kitties Kimchi and Luna, Diana went above and beyond to make sure when I was gone, they got the best attention. Kimchi had a cone on his head and needed a little extra attention and they made sure of it! Would def hire again!"
Jalisa T.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a family assistant for over 17 years also working as a night nurse with newborn. With my experience I have learned how fun working with all kind smart, curious, funny, challenging and special need kids. They have their own personality. I believe kids need patience fun, love and discipline. I believe a...
Lilian can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lilian, or Nini as well call her, has been with our family for almost 3 years and joined us when our first daughter was 4 months old. We have been extremely lucky to have Nini in our lives. We moved from CA to NY while Nini was with us and Nini offered to help with...
Todd P.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Los Altos, CA
Gabriele M.
5.0
Gabriele worked part time with our family, caring for our very busy 1 year old. I love her engagement with him (knowing how to distract him when grumpy and how to encourage his learning with age-appropriate games), and she showed great attention to details, making sure he was cared for in the way...
- Kelley L.
Alison V.
5.0
I hired Alison as a personal assistant for around two years and was thrilled by and so grateful for her support. I’m a busy professional who also struggles with ADHD and physical limitations. That’a why every week Alison was there to assist me with tasks such as laundry, food prep, schedule...
- Mattie C.
Yaya R.
5.0
Yaya is a wonderful chef and a great human being. She is very creative with her cooking but also very organized and efficient. She created complex and simple dishes for myself and my young kids. Yaya also helped with menu planning and organization. I highly recommend her.
- Neil K.
Giuditta B.
5.0
Giuditta babysat my 4 year old son. He is rather sensitive but she had a natural approach and connected with him quickly playing cars. She also showed him how to write his name as he gets into the phase of being curious about letters and alphabet. I would hire Giuditta again!
- Joanna S.
Ivy G.
4.0
Ivy is calm and meshed with my daughter right away.
- Hemal M.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Los Altos
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Los Altos, CA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Los Altos, CA on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $30.00 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 Los Altos?
Care.com has 8 personal assistants in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos 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 Los Altos?
Most personal assistants in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Los Altos, CA personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Personal Assistants in Los Altos, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.