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60 personal assistants are listed in Berkeley, CA
The average posted rate is $29/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 5 years
Personal assistants in Berkeley, CA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver bringing 17 + yrs of experience helping and assisting others with professionalism , I'm caring , companionate , fun , Reliable and flexible .
I'm bilingual
Spanish-English speaker
College education
And reference upon request
COVID fully vaccinated
MEMORY CARE
dementia communication
Strategies...
Pilar can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Loved working for Pilar
Always dependable and caring and would definitely recommend her to my friends and family"
Kevin S.
Profesional, yoyful, caring , outgoing, person with experience more than 15 yrs to strives improve personal client care in a positive and excellent work
Skills
Organization
Cleaning
Go shopping for my clients
Efficiency
Creative
Compassionate
Motivated
Hard working
Pilar can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kris. I have a business in which I assist you in selling or donating items that have accumulated through the years. These items can be emotionally charged. I am patient. I work with seniors, some of whom have dementia, in their homes, providing care and assistance so that the person can stay in this familiar...
Alexandra B.
Berkeley, CA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Personable And Hardworking College Student With Several Years Of All-ages Childcare Experience!
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 21 years old and a current UC Berkeley student with several years of childcare experience. I volunteered for 4 years as a childcare assistant at a summer family sleepaway camp, caring for children from 5 months to 9 years old. I have been babysitting for 8+ years and have a wide variety of experience and skillsets...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi my name is Ruth mom of a 5 years old girl . I enjoy working with kids . I'm a responsable and respectful person . I'm also a (CNA) certified nursing assistant I have worked as a babysitter and caregiver. I'm bilingual English and Spanish.
Ruth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for over six years now. I have done personal care, home cleaning care, medication help, assistance with bathing, grocery shopping, errands, etc. If you're still in need of assistance and are looking for help Please feel free to reach back out and if you have any other questions please feel free to ask....
Grace can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, dusting & more
I'd describe my personality as
emphatic, patient and kind
I like tutoring because I can focus on the child's needs and help the child improve themselves. I started tutoring 2 years ago in an elementary school. I worked as a teacher assistant.
I'm looking for a job where I can help children learn that they can conquer their...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ashley, and I am 20 years old, currently living in Berkeley attending UC Berkeley.
I have 6 years of experience in babysitting and can cook, clean, drive! I can also assist with education, as I have been a personal tutor since 2020 and can teach up to any topics from Math to Science and English starting from PreK up...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Virginie M.
Berkeley, CA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Child Care, Feb 2015 - Present
Maintain a safe play environment.
Dress children and change diapers.
Observe and monitor children's play activities.
Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues. Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to...
Amira A.
Berkeley, CA
$38/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love people and have a passion for assisting those in need.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, respectful and resilient.
I like caring for seniors because I take it on as our responsibility (society) to care for our elders. It's etched in me as an extension of my culture.
Also, I lost my father recently. He had...
Amira can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, dementia
Hello, " my name is Raylynn,
I consider myself to be a people and child friendly individual. I'm a positive, vibrant person who loves giving and caring for others. I'm very structured and reliable.
I have both personal and professional experience with caring for children and seniors. I am a mother of two children myself. I've...
Raylynn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Abhijit B.
Berkeley, CA
$20-30/hr
Hello! I'm Abhi , While I may be new to the formal role of senior caregiving, my genuine passion for supporting and assisting others drives me forward. I have a natural ability to connect with people, bringing warmth, patience, and understanding to every interaction.
My journey into caregiving is motivated by a desire to make...
Abhijit can also help with: Home modification, transportation, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hardworking and professional.
I like caring for seniors because I was raised by my grandparents.
I'm looking for a job where I can help and grow along the way.
I started caring for seniors since I was a teenager.
In my spare time, I like to sketch, listen to music and go for long...
Gangchen can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Tsering B.
Berkeley, CA
$40-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
My Name Is Tsering . I Am 46 Yrs Old Female. Mother Of 25 Yrs Old Son. I Work CNA Since 2018.
I'd describe my personality as hard working, compassionate and punctuality.
I like caring for seniors because I have been working as CNA since 2018 and I knew how to take care of seniors.
I'm looking for a job that I can give my best care to their love one.
I started caring for seniors when I got my nursing assistant license...
Tsering can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services
I have always been passionate about working with children. Most of my work experience has been working with kids in academic settings, I mostly held summer instructor roles.
I come from a big family and was my sister's personal babysitter for her two daughters. My sister had her own bad experiences with daycares so I know...
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Had at least two dogs my whole life with classes in training them from my teenage years into adulthood. Watch my friends and families pets regularly. Have dog walked up to two packs of 16 usually 14 and boarded up to 15 dogs, very proficient in controlling a group. Experience in minor injury care and maintenance and giving...
Taylor can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Taylor was very professional and outstanding "
Care member
I am writing to express my interest in the Caregiver position with your company. I believe my skills, experience, knowledge, and willpower will make me the best candidate for this position.
Based on my understanding of your Caregiver position and your organization, here are the highlights of my qualifications and background...
Tracy can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mother of 3 adult children, caring for children for 30 years as a teacher, sailing instructor for youth and adults, love all things family, young and old from 0- 100 and passionate about the outdoors not to mention animal lover. I have an excellent driving record, CPR/first aid, and exemplary references.
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Laura took care part-time of our son when he was 2-7 months old. She was incredibly caring: she soothed him when he was fussy, sang to him and danced with him, and came up with lots of new ideas for activities and toys he would like. She was very committed to his...
Seiji Y.
Jacqueline M.
San Francisco, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Neuro/childhood Development Educated Nanny/personal Assistant/tutor!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a socially intelligent, detail-oriented empath. Neuroscience Degree from Wellesley, Childhood Development and Education background. I have over 10 years of experience as a skilled childcare provider, personal assistant, and tutor of children ages 0-16. I am seeking a nanny, personal assistant, executive assistant,...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie was amazing with my 2 girls. She was punctual, and helped them with their homework. She was open to outdoor activities/tutoring and very thoughtful about health and safety.
Would hire her again in a heart beat!"
Paul F.
Julie M.
Lafayette, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 15 years of experience running my own cleaning/organizing business to presently being a personal assistant for a highly successful attorney. I'm a perfectionist and I have excellent references.
5.0
"Julie is a GREAT caregiver plus more!! Julie has worked with my 84 year old friend with dementia for over 2 years. She goes above and beyond. She's always looking for ways she can help out -- using all her time on the job and time outside of work to help arrange...
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Berkeley, CA
Pilar M.
5.0
Loved working for Pilar
Always dependable and caring and would definitely recommend her to my friends and family
- Kevin S.
Taylor M.
5.0
He's taken care of my dog a few times. Dog was happy so I'm happy. Reliable and honest.
- Staj H.
Laura H.
5.0
Laura took care part-time of our son when he was 2-7 months old. She was incredibly caring: she soothed him when he was fussy, sang to him and danced with him, and came up with lots of new ideas for activities and toys he would like. She was very committed to his well-being and even accompanied us...
- Seiji Y.
Jacqueline M.
5.0
Jackie was amazing with my 2 girls. She was punctual, and helped them with their homework. She was open to outdoor activities/tutoring and very thoughtful about health and safety.
Would hire her again in a heart beat!
- Paul F.
Julie M.
5.0
Julie is a GREAT caregiver plus more!! Julie has worked with my 84 year old friend with dementia for over 2 years. She goes above and beyond. She's always looking for ways she can help out -- using all her time on the job and time outside of work to help arrange appointments, pay bills, organize...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Berkeley
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Berkeley, CA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Berkeley, CA on Care.com as of December, 2024 is $29.24 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Berkeley?
Care.com has 17 personal assistants in Berkeley, CA. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Berkeley or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Berkeley?
Most personal assistants in Berkeley, CA can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Berkeley. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Berkeley, CA personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Personal Assistants in Berkeley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.