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I've worked with kids ever since I was in middle school. I am very responsible yet fun, and comfortable with all kids (majority of my experience is with ages 2-12). I love crafting, cooking, baking and even tidying!
I started off as a "mother's helper," then became a babysitter in my hometown in Marin County. I was lucky enough...
Lilian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6+ years of experience with different ages. I am very fun but also responsible. Absolutely enjoy nature, arts and crafts, reading etc! I am First Aid/CPR certified and am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I am bilingual and would love to teach the kiddos some Spanish. Also have experience with pet sitting and personal...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is absolutely wonderful! We have LOVED having her as a mother's helper. She is very reliable, punctual and absolutely fantastic with the kids. She is also great with communication. She shows up on time and if for some reason she is running late due to...
Abbey L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My experience in childcare started since my high school career, in the year 2006. Since then I have worked with 4 families, making a minimum 1-year contract. I have worked with children that range from newborns, to 5-year-old. Many of the activities I include with children are play dates, trips to the near by discovery museum,...
Wendy can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Wendy if fantastic! She was our full time nanny to our 4 children for nearly 5 years. She is loving, supportive, energetic, creative and an all around great care giver. She started with our first newborn son at the age of 5 months and easily added twins and...
Debbie L.
My experience in child care started 7 years ago , I have worked with 5 families, making a minimum 1-year contract. I have worked with children that range from newborns, to 4-year-olds. Many of the activities I include with children are play dates, trips to the near by discovery museum, and/or local library story time, and of...
Cinthya can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi! Before entering college, I was employed in the Childcare Division at Bay Club Marin as a Lead Childcare Associate for over four years, where I took care of children ranging from three months to 12 years in age. I also have been a nanny and babysitter for personal clients for 7 years, where I cook, drive kids to...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hello,
My name is Karen. I have 10 years of experience as both a nanny and a mom's helper. I enjoy engaging in both physical and cognitive activities with the kids I nanny. I speak Spanish a second language and enjoy teaching it as well. You may contact me directly to speak further about my experience and background as a nanny....
Karen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 10+ years experience working with children. This includes, full time and part time child care, mom/house assistant work, life guarding and swim teaching for toddlers, house sitting and animal care. I have a degree in Early Child Development from SFSU and preschool teaching experience at Pacific Primary. I have also been a...
Madeleine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
I have 4 years of experience. I have strong references. I have CPR and First Aid certificates. I can help with cooking/meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, remote learning, light housekeeping, laundry, errands, crafts. I am really enjoy being around kids.
I'm a experienced and reliable baby sitter that suits you're requirements....
Alina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Miki S.
Mill Valley, CA
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi. My name is Miki. I'm from Japan. I love to take care of kids especially babies and toddlers. I myself is a mother of 2 girls so I have 12+ years experience. I would also be happy to help cleaning, cooking, organizing etc.
If you need a morning helper on Monday, Wednesday and Friday on one-time basis, please let me know! I...
Miki can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a rising college junior looking for childcare jobs through early September. My first caregiver job was as my neighbor's mother's helper when I was 12 and I've enjoyed getting to know numerous families and children in the years since! Throughout high school, I balanced babysitting with my other jobs as a soccer referee,...
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My Name is Cassidy. I am 24 years old. I love kids and have been a mothers helper and babysitters/nanny since I was 11. I am first aid and CPR certified. I am very friendly and energetic and love the outdoors. I have experience with infants to middle school aged children. I can also help with meals, homework, light housekeeping,...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat/nannied since my freshman year of high school. My previous jobs include working as a mother's helper, where I would watch the kids, do light household chores, and occasional dinner prep (I love to cook!) I have experience working with kids as young as 2 months to as old as 14 years (transportation from school to...
Camila can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Camila babysat for our daughter many times over the last few years and she has always been great. She's on time, she's very upbeat and our daughter really likes her. She gets along great with our dog too. :-)"
Mike S.
Camila C.
San Francisco, CA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver, Spanish/English Teacher With A Great Sense Of Belonging And Honesty.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi - my name is Camila! I'm bachelor in modern languages educator. I'm offering child care, Spanish tutoring and extra hand helper!
I very much enjoy being a babysitter and even language tutor and have had full experience on working with newborns, infants, toddlers, and teenagers since over 4 years :)
Most of my...
5.0
"We have worked with Cami for two years and counting on a weekly basis and have recommended her to friends as well. She is amazing. She is always on time, loving, caring, and patient with our two boys (who can be a lot). She will bring some activities, make up games...
Care member
4.3
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love to be with children. I grew up in lots of children and have a natural connection playing with and caring for them. I also like to help mothers with housework and cooking as needed. I have 10 years of professional experience. I have worked with newborns through 5-year-olds. I have also cared for older children with...
Sonam Yeshi can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sonam has babysat for our one year old multiple times over the past months. She always takes great care of him!"
Jessica S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Catia, I am looking for position as a nanny/babysitter, I'm a hard working individual with a very charismatic attitude who loves working with children.
I work cleaning houses and taking care of children for a long time, large experience and great references, please send me a message if you looking for a great...
Catia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Catia was so amazing with my three kids (ages 4, 6, 8). From structured play, activities, limited movie time, dinner time and bed time, the kids loved her. I plan to have Catia care for my kids in the future."
Ryan L.
Anna B.
San Francisco, CA
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Private Nanny And Soon-To-Be Occupational Therapist
4.8
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Anna, and I am a recent graduate of the Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy program at SJSU. I am looking for a summer job in SF before I start clinical rotations in September. I have extensive experience with kiddos of all ages (0-18) and tend to maintain long-term, loving relationships with the...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anna watched our toddler 1-2 days per week for eight months, I can enthusiastically say that days with Anna were the best days! Every day was a new adventure, our toddler learned some sign language and was thrilled to see Anna everyday. Highly recommend."
Sterling W.
Allyson H.
San Francisco, CA
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Occasional Childcare Provider W/ Flexible Schedule, Reliable Car, 10+ Years Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 years of combined experience as a nanny, babysitter, mothers helper, nanny, and personal assistant. My car is safe and reliable, and driving record clean. Non-smoker. A jill of all trades with a very flexible schedule, I am capable of providing your family with a range of skills and abilities, including but not limited...
Allyson can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Allyson was a delight to work with. Pleasant, punctual and great with the children. Would definitely recommend and hire again!"
Care member
4.9
(12)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Aline, I have experience with children from 3 months old up including activities like teaching art, science, math, crafts and languages, tutoring/homework helper, taking them to school, bath time, preparing meals and more. I am an expert in setting routines for kids, nap time, time for lunch, snacks, playtime, etc. I...
Aline can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aline is such a professional caregiver. She provided childcare at our home for my 2-year-old and a few of his daycare friends during Thanksgiving week. She is experienced, intuitive, detail-oriented, and very easy to work with. Always positive, flexible, and great...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Delia and I can wear a lot of hats! I am a great babysitter for kids of any age including newborns or babies. I double up as a mother's helper and excel in meal prepping and professional organizing.
I have a lot of ideas for keeping kids busy and entertained (without Tv or technology). I am fun, very reliable, and...
Delia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Delia is amazing! She's us dependable and punctual. My son loves being with her. She is kind, attentive, warm and fun. The foods she makes him are yummy and fresh. All around a really great caregiver!"
Elisabeth T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Caroline and I am a former 7th grade math teacher. I have worked with children since I was 12 years old as a babysitter, a part-time and full-time nanny, a camp counselor, a mother's helper, a tutor, a teacher, and now I am myself a new mom! I am hoping to pick up some tutoring work in the evenings.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Fairfax, CA
Michelle R.
5.0
Michelle is absolutely wonderful! We have LOVED having her as a mother's helper. She is very reliable, punctual and absolutely fantastic with the kids. She is also great with communication. She shows up on time and if for some reason she is running late due to circumstances out of her control she...
- Abbey L.
Wendy C.
5.0
Wendy if fantastic! She was our full time nanny to our 4 children for nearly 5 years. She is loving, supportive, energetic, creative and an all around great care giver. She started with our first newborn son at the age of 5 months and easily added twins and another newborn throughout her time with...
- Debbie L.
Camila M.
5.0
Camila babysat for our daughter many times over the last few years and she has always been great. She's on time, she's very upbeat and our daughter really likes her. She gets along great with our dog too. :-)
- Mike S.
Camila C.
5.0
Camila has been helping our family for the past month as a regular babysitter. The kids (2 & 4) get along really well with her as she is super engaging and playful with them. Her duties include making lunch, getting them dressed, park outings and/or museum activities. Our 2 year old has been hard to...
- Care member
Sonam Yeshi C.
5.0
Sonam has babysat for our one year old multiple times over the past months. She always takes great care of him!
- Jessica S.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Fairfax, CA?
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.
How can I find mother’s helpers near me in Fairfax, CA?
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 Fairfax, CA. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.
How much does it cost to hire a mother’s helper near me in Fairfax, CA in May, 2024?
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.