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Kayana D.

Carpinteria, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi Families! I'm Kayana, 24 yrs, born and raised in Santa Barbara. I am starting school this Jan to pursue my Teach Credential! I have plenty of experience with children. I have been a babysitter, nanny, day-care helper, Preschool Teacher for 3 years (1 year Montessori), Assistant Teacher, Program Facilitator at Girls Inc.,...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hey guys! I am a second year student at Westmont College studying business/economics, and I have been a mothers helper/babysitter/nanny for over 40 different families in my hometown in Tennessee for the last 8 years:) I absolutely adore kids, and have grown up with three siblings, one of which is adopted and often required...
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Babysitter/ Mother's Helper

Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
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Hello, my name is Laura. I have many years of babysitting, nanny and mother's helper experience Transporting, doing errands, light housecleaning/laundry, meal prep, animal care as well. Most of my experience has been working with children, pre teens and teens, 5-16. I enjoy getting to know the child/children as well as the...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I started out as a mother's helper at the age of 11 and I have been working as a nanny professionally over the last 15+ years. I have worked with ages ranging from newborns to 12 years old. I have provided every aspect of care including, but not limited to, cooking, feeding, bathing, dressing, laundry, nap time, bed time,...
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Mature, Professional, Experienced Caregiver, Mothers-Helper And Home Services

Ojai, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi there! I have lived in the Ojai Valley for 15+ years and have worked throughout the community in various roles. Currently, I work part-time in finance, however, I am offering part-time services through Care. com. I have experience in child care, adult care, special needs, home organization (purging, deep cleaning), and...
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Teacher/ Nanny/ Mothers Helper

Santa Barbara, CA

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$35/hr
14 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 13 years as a credentialed teacher elementary teacher and 6 years as a nanny. I am well versed in childhood development, behavior strategies, learning activities, and swimming. I am able to create engaging activities for all ages. I am used to keeping confidentiality and being discrete. I am comfortable and able to work...
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Babysitter And/or Homework Helper

Ventura, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there, my name is Blair and I am a teacher, coach and athletic director. I have just recently moved down from Northern California and am not teaching this school year. I grew up playing sports and babsitting children of all ages. I have more than 10 years experience of babysitting. I am loving, caring, energetic, and...
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Happy Helper

Santa Barbara, CA

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
As a goofy, patient, and energetic caregiver with 8 years of experience, I find great joy in making a positive impact on children's lives. My diverse skill set allows me to engage children in various activities, from outdoor sports and physical games to board games and educational puzzles. I prioritize open communication with...
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Get To Know A Little About Me!

Ventura, CA

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$20/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Kelly, I have many years of experience working with children! I worked for my longest family for 6 years, only leaving when the family didn't need many hours anymore. I started my childcare journey as a family assistant, doing tasks like laundry, filing, and some tidying. I then took a job as a Nanny's Helper, then...
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Fun And Flexible Sitter

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Madison. I am a recent graduate from UC Santa Barbara. I am looking for some consistent babysitting and/or nannying around the area. I am very responsible, and I grew up caring for my sisters, as well as several of the neighborhood kids. I am prepared to be the mothers-helper. I can cook, clean, and run errands. I...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Molly. I have been working as a childcare helper since I was younger and babysat for a family with two boys throughout my high school career. I began sitting them when the youngest was just a year old, so I have experience with the littles. I've always been passionate about childcare and enjoy spending time with kids....
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Lela, and I'm a fun, responsible, and experienced nanny currently studying Psychology and Child Development in Santa Barbara. I'm the oldest of 15 cousins and the oldest sibling, so caring for kids has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I started as a mother's helper at 11 and have been working...

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

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of June 2025

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 Carpinteria, 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 $25.00.

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