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I'm a father of three grown children, have three grandchildren and have been married 36 years. I have worked 30 plus years for CVS pharmacy. I retired from CVS last year. I enjoy cooking and spending time with family and friends.
Thomas can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Emily! I am 19, a second year student at Cal State San Marcos, studying Childhood & Adolescent Development. I live in San Marcos and I am looking for children to babysit or nanny. I grew up the youngest in a family of 6 and have always been very interested in learning more about children and how to care for them. I'm happy...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maria F.
San Marcos, CA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I grew up taking care of all my nieces and nephews as my siblings are all older. I plan on working with kids in the future as a child/adolescent psychiatrist and would like to begin developing a relationship with children nearby to become more comfortable and familiar with my field of work. I am willing to help with infants as...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello ! I'm interested in being your partirme helper or babysitter for date nights. I feel I'd be great fit because growing up my mother was a nanny so I would often help her when I got out of school or during the summers. I've baby sat for multiple families when my mother couldn't or sometimes if she knew of a family that...
Georgia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving mom who has raised four children. I am also a grandmother of four. I have been a Teacher's Helper, a Camp Counselor, and a tutor and a mentor to many children in my life. All children are a treasure and a gift! I really love kids and I taught ballet for many years to children. I raised a special needs child and she...
Cynthia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Where can I start? We really lucked out finding Cindy. She instantly connected with our 1 year old boy and they've meshed well together ever since! With her experience in teaching, dance, and having her own children with varying needs, you can tell she really...
Cori N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am loving care giver looking for some great families to be a part of the village to watch the kids and pets stay happy and healthy. I love giving the parents some time off to reconnect, enjoy some self-care or just help out when no one else can. I am looking for part time work and I come with tons of reference from kids...
Devon can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Devon is responsible, nice, and engaging to my children. She was able to develop a relationship with them from the very beginning, and the kids like her a lot. She has been dependable and a great help."
Alexandra B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experienced And Reliable nanny & helper -
Hi there, Welcome to my profile. Apologies for anyone who has contacted me this past year. My schedule hadn't been updated in a while but it is now as of Dec, 24'.
I have a BA in Outdoor adventure recreation, an AA in Fire Science degree from Palomar College, EMT certified, and will...
Diana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love having Diana over watching our 3 year old while me and hubby get to go on date nights. She is so great with keeping my 3 year old busy, constantly doing activities with him, she had no problem giving baths, feeding, and even tiding up my house!! She is also...
Kristina W.
Hello I am a freshmen at GCU and back in San Diego for the summer! I am interested in being a babysitter/nanny for children around the area as well as running errands for the families!
I have been babysitting for about 5 years now and love working with children! I worked at one of the local elementary schools in the area as...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello- I have been a preschool teacher as well as a nanny for three families. Although I do thrive in a full charge nanny position , I am flexible and open to being in a mothers helper type position as well. I am a mature responsible and trustworthy caregiver that is seeking 25-40 hours per week. I have over 10 years of...
Roxanne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mikayla! Currently a surgical technologist working full time(3 days a week) in Labor and Delivery. I have two associates degrees as well as education in early childhood development. I've been working full time and part time as a babysitter since I was in high school. I've been a long term babysitter for more than half a...
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Jalesa. I am a 28-year-old young adult. I am new to Monterey and am currently studying at CSUMB. I am looking for a part-time job nannying or being a Mother's Helper. I am very responsible and a great listener. I have my transportation, and I have more than four years of experience nannying for one family,...
Jalesa can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Makayla D.
Escondido, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've worked as a camp counselor for 3 months spending 24 hours with children everyday! I've supervised children during hikes, swimming, crafts, in cabin time and meals. I've volunteered as a ymca helper to help supervised children and face paint! I am currently studying child development to become a kindergarten or elementary...
Makayla can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Julie M.
Encinitas, CA
$15-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hey there!
A little about me! I have lived in San Diego full time for two years but grew up in Carlsbad during the summers. I moved from Mountain View, CA where I had lived for two years and nannied for a family ( three kids, one older girl and twins) I am still in contact with and go and visit them every so often! I am...
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello Families! Welcome to my bio. Here's a little about me: I'm a San Diego native who fully takes advantage of all the wonderful aspects this beautiful city has to offer- beautiful beaches, weather & culinary creations. I've been a stay at home mom for the last 6ish years ( since the birth of my son)and couldn't be happier to...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Ally, I am 22 years old, and a full-time student attending Cabrillo College and I am a full-time employee at the Dream Inn on the Boardwalk of Santa Cruz.
I recently relocated from Truckee/Tahoe to Santa Cruz. I am originally from Reno where I started as a mother's helper when I was barely 10 years old, since...
Ally can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I've been professionally working with and caring for children for the past six years as a preschool teacher, nanny, and elementary special education instructional aide. I love teaching through play, and helping children gain the confidence and skills to be autonomous. I truly love the special bond that comes from working...
Aubry can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Ever since I was 3 (45 years ago), I have been a mother's helper in some shape or form (babysitting, infant/toddler teacher at a preschool, nanny, weekend/overnight sittings. It has been a passion of mine for over 30 years, to mold children into being confident, healthy, well mannered, happy, imaginative, honest, and well...
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
1.0
(1)
I am a loving/trustworthy caregiver, punctual and patient, with numerous years of experience with children 1- 16, some with special needs. I will pay close attention to your wishes while fulfilling all expected duties, keeping your family safe. I play a responsible Big Sister/Role model, who is well mannered, possesses strong...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(18)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am an outgoing, fun, loving person. I have loved every family I've worked for and really take pride in watching parents most prized possession, their children. I provide a fun filled atmosphere that allows children to express themselves, but also provide structure. I provide opportunities for children to use their imagination...
Marianne can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Marianne is a wonderful nanny! She is dependable, communicative and most importantly great with my little one. My daughter loves the days she sees Marianne."
Zynthia R.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there !!
My name is Samantha, I am 25. I have over 9 years experience watching children of all ages. I shadowed mother's watching their newborns at age 13 and 14 and started nannying full time at 17. I have many references. I love children and have always loved being part of a family as a caregiver. I have many years...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha is a joy to be around. Great communication, fun, and absolutely loves kids. We 100% recommend her."
Jennie S.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in San Marcos, CA
Cynthia G.
5.0
Cindy worked for us for two years. During that time, she picked our kids up from school every day and took them to various activities including dance, sports and lessons. In addition, she would help with family tasks such as grocery shopping, making dinner, laundry and ironing. She even took care...
- Kimberly R.
Devon Y.
5.0
Devon is responsible, nice, and engaging to my children. She was able to develop a relationship with them from the very beginning, and the kids like her a lot. She has been dependable and a great help.
- Alexandra B.
Diana L.
5.0
We love having Diana over watching our 3 year old while me and hubby get to go on date nights. She is so great with keeping my 3 year old busy, constantly doing activities with him, she had no problem giving baths, feeding, and even tiding up my house!! She is also great with dogs! I asked to keep...
- Kristina W.
Marianne S.
5.0
Marianne came over weekly to watch our 1 year old son K while we lived in Carlsbad. We are so sad to lose her as we move to the Bay Area. She is above and beyond sweet to us and K, plus an expert caretaker for kids of any age. We love her confidence and that she takes initiative with his needs and...
- Martin W.
Samantha F.
5.0
Literal BEST nanny EVER. So organized, punctual, communicates extremely well, formed an incredible bond with our little one and we legit have not one negative thing to say about the lovely Samantha. She became family. She takes notes on what your child does and takes time to plan out her schedule....
- Troy K.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in San Marcos, 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 4 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 San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, CA in December, 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 $18.00.