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76 personal assistants are listed in Oakland, CA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 7 years
Personal assistants in Oakland, CA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ana, I am 34 years old. I have been working as a nanny / babysitter for the last 8 years. I have experience working with newborns to 14-year-old kids. Besides basic care, I have experience with meal preparation, homework, bath time, potty training, and bedtime/overnight shift. Also, I worked for 2 years in an...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ana arrived on time to care for my 1 year-old during our normal weekday workday. We work from home and needed someone to watch our son so we were in the house with them all the time but essentially unavailable. Ana played with our son, fed him his meals, changed...
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...
Care member
4.6
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Taylor . I usually am flexible a ready to start immediately . I have a lot of experience an a lot of great references . I'm a mother of two loving boys whom are 5 an 1 yrs old so of course I have a lot of energy ! The service that I offer are family assistant , personal assistant, infant care , mothers assistant...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
"Taylor was prompt, courteous and professional. She was engaging, patient and showed excitement when doing activities. "
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Michelle S.
Oakland, CA
$45/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 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: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
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. "
Care member
3.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents,
This is Ngoc and I am a Household manager/personal assistant. I have experience taking care of children from infant to high school ages. I have worked with multiple families with different cultures and background. I have attended college and expected to graduate in Summer 2018 with A. S degree in Business...
Ngoc can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"So sad to see her leave by far the best nanny my family has ever had very organized. She went above and beyond with my kids. I don't want her to leave but I understand why. We will never be able to find some like her again. Would definitely hire her... and provided...
Shante R.
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 has cared for my pre-school aged daughter and our younger daughter is a year and a half. She is an abundance of laughter, enthusiasm and energy. Sharon has always got a magic bag full of goodies and creative projects in line. She consistently sends me photos...
Heather M.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Jessica is great with little ones and helping with other at home tasks. She was a great asset to our family when we had twin babies and a two year old and the care-taking and home responsibilities were a bit overwhelming."
Angela R.
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: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, home modification, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Munira is a wonderful caregiver. She has a gift to of connecting with people in a genuine way and is incredibly positive. My mom needed help working through anxiety and building her confidence to be able to do more independently. Munira is highly focused on my...
Priya M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
My name is Marycarmen. I am an Oakland native and student of traditional, Indigenous medicine and midwifery.
For 11+ years now, I've been supporting families with the full spectrum of life.
From schools to summer camps and in more intimate familial settings as well, I have always worked with the youth and in a...
Marycarmen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marycarmen is warm, punctual, and reliable. She's been very flexible to accommodate surprises in our schedule and clear about her availability. She's great!"
Sarah S.
Jasmine P.
Oakland, CA
$33/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide health care for elders & person(s) with developmental disabilities. I currently work at an assisted living facility, also working with person(s) with dementia. However I do have private clients. I am a Certified Medical Technician, now attending school for my certification for CNA, with plans to follow up as a RN
Jasmine can also help with: Home modification, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jasmine is amazing! She went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable, and well cared for. I highly recommend her."
Aramide L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for over six years now. I have done personal care, home cleaning care, medication help, assistance with bathing, grocery shopping, errands, etc. If you're still in need of assistance and are looking for help Please feel free to reach back out and if you have any other questions please feel free to ask....
Grace can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting & more
Namuundul B.
Oakland, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Care Taker For Elderly, Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Cared for clients who had dementia and Alzheimer's with their personal care including companionship, meal prep, assistance with meds, light house keeping, doctors appointments, driving and grocery shopping etc. Very comfortable working with patients with dementia and Alzheimer's. Has experience with bed bound patients. Honest...
Namuundul can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
5.0
"I really liked her caring that true feeling of wanting to help that person and always on time does the extra making sure that person has nothing to worry. She has a very genuine personality, funny and kind. Also good traits of being clean and responsible for the...
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Rahwa B.
Oakland, CA
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
In March 2017 I have worked as a caregiver for Texas quality one medical care, where I assist residents with elderly.
I was Deeply committed to treating my elderly clients with dignity and respect, my goal is to win their trust and alleviate any embarrassment or anxiety they may feel when needing assistance with bathing,...
5.0
"Rahwa is a compassionate, caring, dependable person that can multitask and work under pressure."
Frehiwott C.
5.0
(2)
Hello, I am a fun, entertaining, and polite person who loves to spend time with young people! I have a huge family with younger kids and is in my best nature to look out for them. I currently work at my old school as an aftercare assistant. I am looking for extra opportunities to earn myself money to support myself for nursing...
5.0
"Abraham was super communicative, respectful, and great with our son. His friendly and playful approach with our baby made it clear he has experience with kiddos. "
Dylan And Hayley Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a fun, entertaining, and polite person who loves to spend time with young people! I have a huge family with younger kids and is in my best nature to look out for them. I love kids. I currently work at my old school as an aftercare assistant. I am looking for extra opportunities to earn myself money to support myself...
5.0
"Abraham did a great job babysitting our 6yo son. They read and played together and he gave him snacks and meals on time. He was polite and showed up early both days. We would definitely hire him again."
Jelani G.
Beverly G.
Oakland, CA
$39/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy cooking, outdoors. Looking at the waves. Reading. Martial Arts. I've been a Personal Care Assistant for elders and children, differently abled as well. Privacy is imperative and important to me. I have experience with high end furnishings and clothing. Senior care available. I also love fur babies. Pre & Post surgery...
Beverly can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Beverley went above and beyond in her help for my parents. She is responsive, punctual and flexible. Also trustworthy! "
Care member
Kalolaine S.
Oakland, CA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
I have been a private caregiver since 2015. im a current california register caregiver I start taking care seniors with my own grandparents on their last days. I love helping senior and love them as my own. With my skills I can help make them happy and enjoy life. I experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar...
Kalolaine can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Emily L.
Oakland, CA
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a 26-year-old with a genuine passion for childcare.
In the past six years, I've had the privilege of working closely with children as young as 10 months old to pre-teens up to 13 years old. This experience has given me a deep understanding of children's needs and a strong ability to connect with them on a personal...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, honest, & hardworking!
I enjoy working with kids because it gives me the ability to help both the parents out in engaging with kids while they're busy & also the kids by making myself someone that they could learn from and support them.
I'm looking for a job that gives me the opportunity to...
Britny can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"She was great with my boys. She went above and beyond to engage and play with the kids."
Sakhile D.
Cory S.
Oakland, CA
$35-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there! I have 8+ years of experience working with children and teaching. I am most passionate about teaching Spanish, Ecology, Biology, and Environmental Science, but I also enjoy English/Literature and Math. I have a diverse educational background and would love to help your children succeed academically. During my final...
5.0
"Great teacher, gave my children confidence and motivation to writing on their own."
Nicole C.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Oakland, CA
Ana G.
5.0
Ana arrived on time to care for my 1 year-old during our normal weekday workday. We work from home and needed someone to watch our son so we were in the house with them all the time but essentially unavailable. Ana played with our son, fed him his meals, changed him, and put him down for his nap....
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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...
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Taylor P.
5.0
Taylor provided wonderful short-term care for our 6 month old baby. She was patient, encouraging and flexible. She took care to think about the baby‘s next development steps (movement, foods) and how to foster them. We’d happily recommend to any other parent.
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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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Ngoc T.
5.0
So sad to see her leave by far the best nanny my family has ever had very organized. She went above and beyond with my kids. I don't want her to leave but I understand why. We will never be able to find some like her again. Would definitely hire her... and provided a great great reference.
- Shante R.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Oakland
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Oakland, CA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Oakland, CA on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $27.99 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 Oakland?
Care.com has 76 personal assistants in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Oakland?
Most personal assistants in Oakland, 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 Oakland. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Oakland, CA personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Personal Assistants in Oakland, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 76 reviews of the 76 listed personal assistants.