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60 mother's helpers are listed in Gardena, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 9 years
Mother's helpers in Gardena, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Melanie! I live in Los Angeles with my husband, snuggly chihuahua, and old sweet cat. After three incredible years working in rare disease patient advocacy, I've decided to take some time off to focus on my family and my long-term career goals.
Before working in rare disease patient advocacy as a program producer, I...
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Mel has worked for our family here in California for quite a few months now and she is absolutely amazing! We will continue to use her as much as we can. Our daughter is now 9 months old and is always so excited to see her. "
Geneva G.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with childcare for the past 7 years. My experience include ages ranging from infants to teenagers. I have had job positions such as nanny and teachers helper where I was responsible for more than one kid at a time (3, 4, 25) kids. I am also a Psychology student. If you have any questions please contact me and...
Lays can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can confirm all the positive comments for Lays. She’s punctual, kind, knowledgeable and has great intuition for children.
When I broke my foot, she helped me with the evening routine.
She helped make dinner for my kids, came with me for school pick ups, fed and...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Makayla, an active, artistic caregiver aiming to lessen your workload so you can focus on your family. With 7 years of experience as a nanny, my rate starts at $30 and I'm looking for 20-32 hours a week located near Echo park, but flexible! I graduated from Occidental College in 2020, double-majoring in art and...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Makayla was an excellent sitter. From the moment I met her, I was charmed by her affable nature. My son was, too! Makayla is responsible, trustworthy and an excellent artist! She always had fun, creative ideas for things to do with my child. If Makayla hadn't...
Ashley W.
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Alex, and I am 34 years old. I have a blend of experience in childcare, assistant work, tutoring, teaching, sports, and ABA therapy. My past work experience includes: working as full-time Nanny/Mother's helper, Behavior Interventionist for children diagnosed with ASD, Assistant Site Coordinator for an after...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex is incredible. She’s an amazing partner, and responsive to our kid’s needs emotionally and developmentally. She brings sweetness, creatvity and energy to everything she does. She held our hands as first time parents, offering gentle advice when we sought it....
Care member
Jaime M.
Los Angeles, CA
$25-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Peace! My name is Jaime and I am a dedicated nanny/babysitter. I have over 5 years of experience working with families as a nanny/mothers helper. I have gained the reputation that I am responsible, energetic, a great listener and caring. My passion for Additionally, I am well experienced with children from infancy - 10 years...
Jaime can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie is a very lovely soul who was a very good sitter to my 4 year old. She brings a really calming energy and would think of the little details to support my little ones transition through the day. For example, she would play jazz music or being beautiful...
Sara L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! This is Blanca. I have more than 10 years of experience. I love kids of all ages! I'm also a mother of 2. I have experience working with toddler's-teens and special needs. I'm responsible, honest, respectful, friendly, reliable and hard worker. I have strong references if needed.
I'm fluent in bilingual English/...
Blanca can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Blanca is a Fantastic child care provider for our kids. She is punctual, reliable, and kind. We were fortunate to have her help. Highly recommended."
Menkhu T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm mother of two teens ages 20and 18years old . I been married for 23 years with my husband . I have experience picking up after school and driving children to their home or any extra curriculum activity etc. I can also be great Mommy's helper or personal assistant I'm responsible , reliable and trustworthy , loving & Caring...
Darianne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Darianne has been a great help to our family. She picks up our two boys from their school (preschool and elementary), takes them home to get them settled with a snack and homework. Sometimes depending on how late my husband or I get home, she will help with...
Arica R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working in childcare since I was 16, I worked as a nanny from the ages 16 to 19. After that I got a job at a early childhood development school as an after school teacher. The next year they promoted me to assistant teacher. From those jobs I have experience in getting together activities, handling any behavioral...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids LOVE Alyssa! She is dependable and reliable and is always on time. She is kind and caring and is so engaging with my children.We love her and would highly recommend."
Taylor S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a SAHM to a 5 and 2-year-old.
I'm available to help as a part time nanny, outing nanny, mothers helper or for date nights. I can support with as little as 3-4 hours at a time.
If you're working from home and need a few hours to work I am available to watch your little one in your home or take your little one on...
Deisy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Deisy was my family's weekend babysitter for several years. When she first started we had one young daughter (less than 1 year old). When she got pregnant with her own daughter and had to stop babysitting she was watching both of my children - my daughter was...
Julie S.
5.0
(1)
Hi. I'm Natalie, a teacher with a Master's degree in Education, and I've had the joy of working with exceptional families in San Francisco, embracing education, nature, and music in learning.
A little about a recent nanny position :
In Heather's family, her two sons, Ever and Sage, each had unique interests. Ever was an...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalie is warm hardworking and smart. She was a teacher to P. and nanny to both of my kiddos. We were so sad we had to leave her when our family moved back to Australia for my husband's job, but she will always be a part of our little family and San Francisco...
Gemma M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Allison, and I'm currently a first-year graduate student at USC! I am studying Occupational Therapy, which has been a great experience so far! I really love to care for kids. I have been a nanny/babysitter/mother's helper for 5 years. Before attending grad school, I also worked at an Early Intervention Clinic for...
Allison Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Taking care of a child takes patience and a kind heart. Allison holds both strong characteristics. She has a lot of energy to keep up with my TWIN boys and she earned my trust to watch them from time to time in the past 2 years . The boys have grown to love her and...
Jennifer R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a writer/artist who has left a tedious spreadsheet-based career for greener pastures. Being a nanny/mother's helper/babysitter is one of the ways I support my passions.
I have been babysitting/nannying on and off for over 30 years. Mostly have experience with kids 0-8, but happy to hang out with your 9+.
I care probably...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Courtney covered for our nanny when she was out for 1 week. We were so nervous about hiring someone new to watch our 1 year old, but she was fantastic! Highly recommend. "
Sheila N.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Alicia and I have 4 years of experience with school aged children. I come from a large blended family and love kids! I can help with travel, carpooling, and errands. I love animals but am allergic to cats, unfortunately. If you'd like to learn more about me, please reach out. I enjoy getting to know the...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alicia is excellent with children, I have witnessed her interactions as both a camp counselor and a child care provider, and she is exceptional. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! :)
My name is Aliyah, or Lele (Lee-Lee) for short. Fun Fact, I worked as Moana for a Disney Party Company for 2 years! I am an extremely warm, caring and nurturing Full Time Nanny known for creating an enriching environment for children to thrive. I have been a Daycare/ Infant Teacher for the past 4 years, as well as...
Aliyah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The kids love Aliyah! I have a 4-yr old girl and a nearly 2-yr old boy. They can have trouble when we leave but they fell in love with Aliyah the very first day. She naturally speaks child and related to them so easily.
Aliyah also came through in the clutch...
Charney M.
Nanny, assistant, tutor, driver, organizer, etc. Whatever you need! At my previous job, my responsibilities included: scheduling, general errands, calendar management, email correspondence, travel support, gifting, managing household staff, assisted with cross country move created and maintained website, filmed and edited...
Isabel can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm a professional actress from the DC/MD/VA area now available for the entire month of June to work for a family in the Santa Monica area. My adult daughter is now a high school teacher, so education is a priority in our family. I have 10 years experience teaching theater games and directing musicals with preschool through...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Rachel! I love children and I have worked with them since I was 15 years old. I am currently looking for a long term nanny position or short term babysitting position as I attend courses part time for Early Childhood Development. I have raised three adults who I am very proud of. While being a stay at home mom, I lead...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Profile photo courtesy of my talented niece! Hi, I'm Kristen. I'm looking for daytime work as a nanny, caregiver, pet lover, homework helper, dinner preparer, or whoever else you need me to be to help ease your day-to-day. I have been working with kiddos since my early college years as a nanny in Tucson--youngest being 6 months...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
I have been a full-time/part time nanny/babysitter/mothers helper for many years. I like to be the extra pair of hands every parent needs. I have had the wonderful opportunity to care for children from newborn to 10 yrs. I have my own transportation and a clean driving record. I am a non-smoker. I have experience working in...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is wonderful with our son! She's attentive, knowledgeable, and kind. My husband and I work from home and we have a three month old. Rachel has really helped us care for our baby as well as adjust to working from home with a little one. She is also very...
Care member
I am a music teacher and have taught and still teach hundreds of children from kinder through 5th grade. I am also very experienced as a baby sitter since I was 10 years old. I have many nieces and nephews and have cared for most of them.
I am not a caretaker but I'm very good at helping others (seniors, etc) with errands and...
Yolanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Gardena, CA
Melanie F.
5.0
Mel has worked for our family here in California for quite a few months now and she is absolutely amazing! We will continue to use her as much as we can. Our daughter is now 9 months old and is always so excited to see her.
- Geneva G.
Lays M.
5.0
I can confirm all the positive comments for Lays. She’s punctual, kind, knowledgeable and has great intuition for children.
When I broke my foot, she helped me with the evening routine.
She helped make dinner for my kids, came with me for school pick ups, fed and bathe them. I’m so grateful for...
- Care member
Makayla K.
5.0
Great with kids and very creative. We interviewed and she responded very quickly. The kids loved playing sports and doing crafts with her.
- Jane H.
Alexandra V.
5.0
Alex is incredible. She’s an amazing partner, and responsive to our kid’s needs emotionally and developmentally. She brings sweetness, creatvity and energy to everything she does. She held our hands as first time parents, offering gentle advice when we sought it. She is of course timely and...
- Care member
Jaime M.
5.0
Jaime was very liked by our family. Our one year old daughter was cared for with respect and kindness. Jaime taught her sign language throughout the day, helped prepare her lunch and dinner, and kept the areas she was in clean. She’s a great caregiver and trustworthy.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Gardena, 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 Gardena, 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 Gardena, 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 Gardena, 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 $20.00.