Find mother's helpers in Santa Cruz, CA that you’ll love

20 mother's helpers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA

The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 8 years

Mother's helpers in Santa Cruz, CA

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Kelly S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$28-46/hr10 yrs exp

Ambitious Nanny And Mother's Helper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an ambitious nanny that is patient, goofy, creative, and nurturing! I love playing, drawing, making music, teaching, taking pictures, cooking, and going out on educational field trips. I am respectful of parenting styles and safety conscious. I like to put energy into planning activities, encouraging learning, and creative...
Kelly can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Amazing, kind, structured, creative, caring, passionate, inspiring. Wonderful role model, nanny and educator. Creative and healthy chef. My kids and our friends' kids adore her. She has become a part of our family. I give her my highest recommendation....

Rema H.

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Lynnette W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/ Tutor / Parents Helper

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a nanny with infants and toddlers for the last 21/2 years and my most recent little charge is entering preschool full-time in mid-April. I started working with infants and toddlers from 1987 to 1998 when I ran a licensed family daycare and then as a nanny for three different families with infants. In all cases,...
Lynnette can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Lynnette is kind, compassionate and caring. She took great care of our child, providing them with love, care, and understanding. She’d think of creative ways to engage our child, focused around learning and play. I highly recommend Lynnette for your childcare...

Care member

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Amber C C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$27-31/hr6 yrs exp

Family Helper + Creative Kid sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Amber, and I am an experienced childcare provider open to regular date nights and occasional sitting for local families. A little about me: while attending school I provided extensive childcare to multiple families, nannying 30+hrs/week during term and more through summers. My experience ranges from the early...
Amber C can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amber had such amazing energy amd my girls loved her. She jumped right in and it felt like she knew the kids. I was so impressed with her communication and timeliness I 100% recommend Amber to anyone looking for care. "

Katie L.

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Ashlynn H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$19/hr6 yrs exp

Your New Handy Helper!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Ashlynn and I am a 2nd year student at UC Santa Cruz! I have been babysitting/caretaking for 6 years, and I absolutely adore working with all kids. When working I love to incorporate as much fun and creativity as possible, all while maintaining a safe and educational environment. In addition to babysitting, I am also a...
Ashlynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mckenna B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Bubbly, Warm, And Experienced

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is McKenna. I have a degree in Education and several years of experience working as a teacher. In addition to this, I have worked as nanny and mother's helper for several years. I have volunteered as a Girl Scouts leader, children's hospital teacher, and youth mentor. I like to describe myself as a bit of a child...
Mckenna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

loved kids since I was a kid myself. At age 10, I started as a "mother's-helper," and have continued working in childcare ever since. I have experience watching children ages 2-13, and am used to watching up to 3 kids at a time (but more are always welcome!). Preparing meals, helping with homework, enforcing house rules, and...
Madeleine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

I have experience from being a mothers helper, to working with children who have autism, to being a case manager for a non profit. I am the oldest of 4 with 3 younger brothers. I love to help people and have 3 AA's in ; psychology, behavioral and social sciences, and humanities and communications. As well as this I am CPR and...
Annabel can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Carolina Schellenberg G.


Boulder Creek, CA

$16-35/hr10 yrs exp

Family Helper

My passion is to help families thrive at their full potential so they can help grow strong communities. I have 2 sons 7 and 3 years old . I homeschool them full time . I have been working as a family helper with my children for 24 years .
Carolina Schellenberg can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Shirley R.


San Jose, CA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible And Creative Caregiver.

Available now only for weekends. rate starting $25-30 / ask for mother's helper. Experience mainly with babies between 4-24 months. I have references. CA DL, ID, CPR. I have +4 years of experience in childcare, . I'd describe my personality as responsibility, honest, kind. I like working with kids because You learn something...
Shirley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Shirley has been such a kind and caring babysitter for our two kids. They love running around and playing with her. She’s very attentive to the kids needs as well as follows our routines. Overall she’s awesome. "

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Andrea D.


San Jose, CA

$25-28/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started working with kids when in my young 20's on and off babysitting. I've been working at my current childcare job for a year now. I watch babies from 6 weeks to 13 years old. I also pick up a girl from school and bring her to ballet twice a week. Tuesday and Thursday. Currently, I am looking for a family that would be...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Andrea is such a gem!! I was so nervous about leaving my kids in anyone’s care, but when I met Andrea, she instantly helped me feel comfortable and at ease. It’s nice to know that Andrea herself is a mom and knows just how important our kids are to us. She has...

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Ana M.


San Jose, CA

$30-40/hr7 yrs exp

NANNY / HOUSEHOLD HELPER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate nanny with 6 years of experience caring for children up to 7 years old. Proven ability to create a safe and nurturing environment for children, while also helping them learn, discover and grow. I am bilingual in Spanish and English, I am first Aid/CPR/AED certified. I am currently working with a family...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maria D.


Saratoga, CA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hello Families :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience in childcare, almost one year as a mothers helper and couple of years as dog sitter. I am excited to offer my services and to connect with a wonderful family. - I am from Ecuador - I was an au pair for 2 years in Boston. - I have experience with kids from 6 months old to 12 years old. - I am...
Maria can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sabrina D.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Lover Of All God's Little Angels

I am a mature female with many years of being a CNA HHA and MA and still take care of seniors in home and rehab. I have worked in the past for an agency in San Francisco going to private homes and hotels to take care of infants and children. I am presently with an agency in the senior care field but would love to broaden my...
Sabrina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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Katherine L.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Katherine And I Am A 20 Year Old College Student Looking For Part Time Work :)

I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, goofy. I like working with kids because they are funny and energetic and I love to take care of people. I'm looking for a job that is flexible and a kind atmosphere. I started working with kids when I was in middle school as a mothers helper and have been babysitting since...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Tracy M.


Campbell, CA

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For A Summer Nanny?

Hello, I'm Tracy :-) I work in school administration, so I am looking for a full-time summer job as a nanny since school will be out soon. I am First Aid, CPR, and AED trained for adults and children. Fully vaccinated for Covid. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Communication from UC Santa Barbara. I love arts and crafts,...
Tracy can also help with: Craft assistance
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Paula R.


Campbell, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Family Helper.

I'm looking for work between the hours of 9 and 4 pm, preferably with the same family. I'd describe my personality as funny, compassionate and nurturing. I like working with families because I love making an impact in someone's life. I'm a planner by nature, always thinking two steps ahead. I'm computer savvy, fluent in...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"I cannot recommend Paula highly enough for anyone in need of a personal assistant. Their ability to bring order to chaos has transformed both my home and office into havens of productivity and calm. Paula has an uncanny knack for anticipating needs and managing...

Care member

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Joyce M.


Pescadero, CA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Child care

I'd describe my personality as happy positive and caring I like working with kids because they are precious and deserve the our love and care I'm looking for a job that keeps me busy and adds comfort and security to those around me I started working with kids when I was very young. A mother's helper in high school; helped...
Joyce can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rattanapa S.


Campbell, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Let Me Be Your Helper!

I am a patient and loving person. I have 4 years of childcare experience from being a trainee teacher and babysitter. I love art and cooking. I can help with meal prepping and I love doing crafts and arts with kids.
Rattanapa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep
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Bailie P.


Campbell, CA

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Accountable, Creative, & Mindful Michigander

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Bailie! I was a youth gymnastics instructor for six years where I was responsible for the entertainment and safety of 10 children at a time, ranging from 2-12 years old. Throughout COVID, I worked as a learning pod mentor and nanny for two families that joined forces with remote learning. I helped two kindergarteners and...
Bailie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Inge Z.


San Jose, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Caring Nanny/BabyStter/Mother 's Helper Available For Full Or Part Time

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 15 years experience in taking care of children of all ages including newborn, infant and school aged kids, I have done Nanny shares, school drop off and pick up. I have CPR certification and a clean driving record. I am a caring and responsible Nanny/Baby Sitter/Mother's Helper. I can provide excellant references upon...
Inge can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA

Kelly S.

5.0

Amazing, kind, structured, creative, caring, passionate, inspiring. Wonderful role model, nanny and educator. Creative and healthy chef. My kids and our friends' kids adore her. She has become a part of our family. I give her my highest recommendation. Professional, high work ethic. Artistic,...

- Rema H.

Lynnette W.

5.0

Lynnette is kind, compassionate and caring. She took great care of our child, providing them with love, care, and understanding. She’d think of creative ways to engage our child, focused around learning and play. I highly recommend Lynnette for your childcare needs.

- Care member

Amber C C.

5.0

Amber had such amazing energy amd my girls loved her. She jumped right in and it felt like she knew the kids. I was so impressed with her communication and timeliness I 100% recommend Amber to anyone looking for care.

- Katie L.

Shirley R.

5.0

Shirley is very kindly and easy to work with her. Were very pleased with the whole experience. It is the first time we had ever left our 3 years old son with a non-family member. Shirley was our sitter. She was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with the kid. We felt very comfortable leaving our son...

- Care member

Andrea D.

5.0

Andrea was great in taking care (playing, feeding and putting to sleep) of our 5months old son. She was punctual and communicative, we had no issues in booking her or reaching out to her. I would definitely re-hire her.

- Aniruddh K.

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Mother's Helpers in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 20 listed mother's helpers.