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Carmen R.

I'm A Patient And Friendly Nanny And A Mother's Helper

San Mateo, CA

from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
My name is Carmen. I am from Peru and live in Burlingame. I have experience in the care the children (6 years experience). I'm honest, punctual, friendly, responsible and patient with the children. I'm the kind of person that likes to work and help in the house and I feel comfortable in sharing time with the family.
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Harsha I.

Babies N Kids Helper

San Mateo, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
I am writing to express my interest in the nanny position with your family. I am 48-year-old. As a compassionate and reliable caregiver, I am confident that my experience in child care and passion for creating a positive, nurturing environment would make me an excellent addition to your household. Experience: - Over 18 years of...
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Diorlen A.

San Mateo, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello Families! I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to introduce myself as a dedicated and enthusiastic sitter here. My name is Dior, and I'm passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. What Sets Me Apart: What sets me apart is my genuine love for interacting with children. I believe in...
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Jasmine R.

Part Time/Full Time Babysitter

San Mateo, CA

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Travel
Hi families! My name is Jasmine. I'm 29 years old, based in San Mateo, CA. I'm fluent in English and Spanish. I've always had a passion for supporting kids and families, and I bring heart centered care to every family I work with. I've been a hands-on caregiver for my younger siblings (9 and 10) since they were born. I've...
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Nourchene H.

Reliable Nanny/Babysitter

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Having accumulated 3 years of valuable experience, I am well equipped to provide exceptional assistance in various areas. Among my proficiencies are Swimming Supervision, Meal Prep and Driving. Owning a reliable car and possessing a flexible schedule, I am fully prepared to adapt to your family's specific requirements. Whether...

Care Member says "Nourchene has worked with my family as a babysitter and mother's helper and she's been fantastic! She is hardworking and caring - she is great and...

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Elena S.

Elena From Burlingame, CA

Burlingame, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hello, Looking for FT or PT nanny or mother's helper position in Burlingame or surrounding areas. I've lived in Burlingame for more than 10 years. I'm a punctual, honest, reliable, and hardworking person. Also, I'm patient and dedicated. I love to cook and I conduct a healthy style of life for my family.

Katerina P. says "We hired Elena to come in once a week for several months to help with our 3 year old. She was always very punctual, reliable, flexible and willing to...

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Karen R.

Family Helper

Half Moon Bay, CA

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$30/hr
Grocery shopping
carpooling
I am a long time resident of Half Moon Bay. I have 3 children over the age of 20. I can help with Childcare, Grocery Shopping and running Errands. I love kids, I am reliable, responsible, caring, and a good communicator.
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Yarelli L.

Part-Time Babysitter

Belmont, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
Hi there, my name is Yarelli, I've been working at a private school in the bay area for over three years and have experience as a nanny and mother's helper. As the oldest of seven girls, I'm very comfortable caring for children of all ages. I'm CPR certified and available in the evenings and on weekends. Feel free to reach...
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Michelle R.

Belmont, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
I'm a creative and friendly caregiver with over a year of experience. I was inspired to become a caregiver from raising my own two children, and I want to provide reliable support for families. My approach is soothing, respectful, and always age-appropriate. I'm happy to follow your preferred communication method to keep you...
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Karen R.

Family Helper

Half Moon Bay, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
I am a long time resident of Half Moon Bay and I have 3 kids over the age of 20. Although I haven't been a Nanny for long I love kids and I have experience raising 3 of my own. I am caring, fun loving, very responsible, reliable and trustworthy. I am looking for a part-time job a few hours in the afternoons.
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Jose P.

Reliable Pet, Home & Child Care Helper With Cooking Experience

Redwood City, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Travel
meal prep
Hi! I'm a responsible and caring person with experience in pet care, child care, cooking, and basic housekeeping. I've worked as an assistant chef in Ireland and can prepare healthy meals. I also have experience looking after children, ensuring they are safe, entertained, and well cared for. I'm happy to help with grocery...
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Kali P.

Half Moon Bay, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I currently live in Half Moon Bay, and work part time on the weekends at a Seafood Restaurant. I have taken a semester off from school but am in the process of getting into the Ultrasound Tech program at Foothill College. I have 6+ years of experience as a nanny and mothers helper and also have a 3-year-old son of my own. I have...
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Mayra B.

Mayra

Redwood City, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I graduated from the University of San Francisco with a major in psychology and several courses on child development. I am CPR certified, and currently work as a case worker for at risk youth in Charlotte. I have worked at the Ronald McDonald house in the UES for children with cancer. I worked at the YMCA at the day care, And...
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Flor R.

Childcare Provider

Hayward, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hi my name is Flor and I have about seven years of experience with kids from 5months old to 6 years old. I also have experience with mother's helper position. I'm currently looking for an overnight position preferably or a 3 hrs a day job during the week. I have plenty of experience with infants and toddlers. I can follow kids...

Alyssa L. says "Flor was lovely to work with. She responds in a timely fashion to messages and my children enjoyed their time with her. She's sat for us a couple of...

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Tania E.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Tania. I'm a mother/father supporter & helper coach and a doula day or night for 15 yrs. I'm mother of 2 great kids. I love animals, music, cooking, and enjoy nature and meditation. One of my goals is to help families in the beautiful but challenging role of being a parent, to be present in their homes and help...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Tania's doula services, she was the most wonderful support system throughout my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. I am so...

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Wendy G.

Experienced Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
My name is Wendy, and I'm 32 years old. I'm a reliable, patient, positive and honest person. I speak English and Spanish. I am an active person, in my free time, I like to exercise, go for walks, read books, learn about new things. I love babysitting because I like to interact with children, I like to teach them and I enjoy...

Care Member says "I can't say enough good things about Wendy as a nanny! She was absolutely fantastic with our little one. Wendy's caring nature and genuine love for kids...

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Alessandra B.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
Hi My name is Alessandra. I am originally from Brazil. I speak Portuguese, but I know how to speak English very well. I have been in the USA for a almost 8 years. I came here to improve my English, and since I got here I have been working as a babysitter, pet sitter . I have experience with children of all ages. I am caring,...

Sara S. says "Alessandra is sweet and patient with my 5 year old who has been very moody lately. She is very positive and comes to my house every morning at 7am happy...

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Sharleen T.

Day Time Infant Care

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
Hello My name is Sharleen. I have excellent reference, a good driving record and a background check on care. com. I was a certified medical assistant although my certification has expired I do re-certify infant and adult CPR every two years. I've held two long term care positions; A family with three children arriving at...

Care Member says "Sharleen helped me raise my kids. She is kind and considerate. "

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Georgia B.

College Babysitter With 5 Years Of Experience

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Vanessa H.

Enthusiastic, Responsible, And Experienced College Student Looking To Nanny/babysit

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.00/hr as of August 2025

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

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

Nourchene H.

Nourchene has worked with my family as a babysitter and mother's helper and she's been fantastic! She is hardworking and caring - she is...

- Care member

Elena S.

We hired Elena to come in once a week for several months to help with our 3 year old. She was always very punctual, reliable, flexible and...

- Katerina P.

Flor R.

Flor was lovely to work with. She responds in a timely fashion to messages and my children enjoyed their time with her. She's sat for us a...

- Alyssa L.

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 4 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 San Mateo, 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 $27.00.

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