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Lauren M.

Part-time Helper For Housekeeping, Babysitting (pets Too!) And Dog Walking.

Alameda, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Lauren! Currently, I am a nursing student, working part time at a pediatric urgent care and looking to help families with their childcare needs. I have prior experience with children and newborn infants, both sick and well. I have experience with children in emergency situation so you can take comfort knowing I...
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Enthusiastic, Responsible, And Experienced College Student Looking To Nanny/babysit

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Vanessa and I am an experienced nanny and babysitter living in Manhattan. 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 three boys ages 7-9. We...

Tashana L. says "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...

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Experienced Childcare Provider

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a recent graduate from SFSU and a newly registered nurse with a strong passion for childcare and early childhood development. My experience includes working as a student assistant at the University of Oregon's Child Development Center, where I cared for children aged 1 month to 5 years, fostering their developmental growth...

Care Member says "Amaya watched my 4 year old while I helped host a baby shower and we couldn’t have been more pleased! She is a professional and my daughter is still...

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Loving And Nurturing Family Helper Available

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I have been a family caregiver for 12+ years, assisting families with their children, ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. VERY comfortable feeding, changing, engaging and putting babies to sleep as well as taking the initiative to help with light housekeeping, children's laundry, picking up around the house, etc. I LOVE...

Kristin K. says "We worked with Sofia for 3 years and only ended because we moved out of the area. We love her and our kids we're so lucky to experience amazing outdoor...

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College Babysitter With 5 Years Of Experience

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I started babysitting and being a mother's helper. From there, I built bonds with multiple families and became a part time nanny. I have managed kids' schedules and dealt with carpool/other transportation needs. I have over 5 years of experience in childcare with children from ages 6 months old to 10 years old.

Emily L. says "We had the pleasure of working with George for a year. If it was not for the pandemic, Georgia would still be working with us. Georgia was responsible for...

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Trustworthy. Caring. Fun.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
-Oldest of 3 siblings -Fluent in Spanish -First-gen college student -Back home in LA for the summer -Attend University of San Francisco -Majoring in Kinesiology, and want to pursue Physician Assistant school -Babysitter for friends and family -Experience with ages 18 months-13 years old -I can cook and clean! -Homework...

Victoria L. says "Natalia watched our 4 year old. She was very communicative, warm, and friendly with our little one."

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Moraga, CA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Margot. I am currently a sophomore at San Diego State University and am a Communications major and a Marketing minor. If you need help with date nights, school pick-ups, general childcare, or a Mom's helper let me know! I would love to start helping your family and I have a pretty flexible schedule! I have been...

Care Member says "Margot was true joy to work with! She was very heart warming, professional, kind, aware of her surroundings, and genuinely loves spending time with...

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Nanny/PA

San Francisco, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hell I am looking for a full time position with a family for either Nanny, mothers helper or Personal assistant. I am experienced with all ages and absolutely love what I do. I have 5 years of professional experience and references. I am currently working in and around the Marin/Cow Hollow area. I can help with meal prep,...
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San Francisco, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Sarah and I am a local college student looking for babysitting/mother's helper jobs. I have 5 years of babysitting experience and I love to work with kids. I can do cleaning, cooking and tutoring if needed.
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Accountable, Creative, & Mindful Michigander

San Francisco, CA

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Bailie! I was a youth gymnastics instructor for six years where I was responsible for the entertainment and safety of 10 children at a time, ranging from 2-12 years old. Throughout COVID, I worked as a learning pod mentor and nanny for two families that joined forces with remote learning. I helped two kindergarteners and...
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Dedicated And Accommodating Family Helper In SOMA

San Francisco, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I've been a babysitter and nanny since I was about 15 years old. I worked as a Youth Development Professional at The Boys & Girls Club, a Registered Behavior Technician, and a Paraprofessional in a school. I'm currently a social worker and in graduate school to become a Marriage and Family Therapist. Caring for and engaging kids...
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Fun And Energetic Babysitter- Part Time Or As Needed

San Francisco, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Caroline and I am looking to be your next part-time or as needed babysitter, homework helper, or tutor! I have more than 10 years of babysitting experience, and I have 4 years of tutoring at the middle school and high school level. My expertise is in biology, biochemistry, and genetics at the graduate level, but...
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Active And Fun Nanny

San Francisco, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello everyone, My name is Isa! I am a 29-year-old San Francisco native, with a son of my own who is currently 20 months old. I'm currently looking for a full-time/ part- time job. I have been a nanny for 10 years and 5 years of babysitting experience prior to that. My portfolio ranges from infants to preteens with families of...
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Nanny Available In East Bay

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Odessa and I just moved to Oakland after graduating from law school in May. I've had childcare experience beginning when I was 8 with mother's helpers jobs and working at summer camps for kids. When I was in high school I worked for a childcare company, The Little Guest, who would contract me out to hotel events in the...
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Oakland, CA

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$34/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Maddie! I'm a career nanny, planning to start training as a newborn care specialist soon. I've worked as a nanny, mothers' helper, and preschool music teacher. I have experience with ages 2mo-12yr, including singles, multiples, siblings, and class settings. I love singing, making art, cooking, reading, dancing, taking...
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Artist And Dinosaur Enthusiast

San Francisco, CA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Isla. I've been taking care of little ones since I was hired as a mother's helper at 10 years old! I love children of all ages and have experience with ages 3 months to 11 years. I'm passionate about treating children with respect and learning FROM them, not just the other way around. I love music, arts and crafts, and...
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Part Time Nanny Available

San Francisco, CA

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$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi there! I'm Milla, 26 years old and from Brazil. About my background: 6+ years working with kids. Currently as a nanny and mother's helper but have been a nanny/nanny share (for 2 babies) for 2 years, an au pair for a year and an English teacher for 4 years. About me: I'm an artist so I love doing a lot of arts & crafts and...
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Experienced And Attentive Domestic Helper And Mandarin Language Coach

Berkeley, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
For over 10 years, I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion lies in fostering children's growth through engaging activities and creating a positive, impactful environment. I hold a college degree and am certified in CPR Training. My approach is patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I...
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Weekend Sitter / Part Time / Overnights

Oakland, CA

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$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm Crystal!! Always open to babysitting! Currently looking for a Part time 2-3 days, 8-10 hours a day. Open to be flexible for the right family. :) + weekdays for any babysitting. I have a 4hr minimum. I have 6+ years of experience as a Nanny/ Babysitter :D I'm 33 years old. Bilingual (Spanish & English) Mommy's helper, house...
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Excellent Babysitter You Can Count On.

San Francisco, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I enjoy taking care of kids and I am responsible and reliable helper,

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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Alameda, CA

Mother's Helpers in Alameda, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Vanessa H.

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...

- Tashana L.

Amaya C.

Amaya watched my 4 year old while I helped host a baby shower and we couldn’t have been more pleased! She is a professional and my daughter...

- Care member

Sofia G.

We worked with Sofia for 3 years and only ended because we moved out of the area. We love her and our kids we're so lucky to experience...

- Kristin K.

FAQs for finding a mother's helper

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 1 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.

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 Alameda, CA. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.

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 $30.00.

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