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Sharon L.

Personal/Family Assistant

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Greetings! I am an experienced family assistant and manage most everything it takes to keep a household running smoothly including: Laundry Tidying organizing storage Light to moderate cleaning, deeper when necessary Handling errands and returns Basic food prep Occasional pet care Resolving issues with service...

Care Member says "Sharon is an incredibly responsible, conscientious, and fun loving caregiver for our son, R. She cared for him from when he was 3 months to 2 years old....

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Sharon L.

Part Time Nanny Or Babysitter

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a mom and a young grandmother who has enjoyed and contributed to my daughter, granddaughter and number of other children emotionally, cognitively, and socially very successfully over the years. You can trust that should you choose me to take care of your child in any capacity, you will find I' m very nurturing and create...

Heather M. says "Sharon has cared for my pre-school aged daughter and our younger daughter is a year and a half. She is an abundance of laughter, enthusiasm and energy....

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Julie P.

Skilled And Caring Nanny/Sitter

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I started working with kids when I was still a kid myself! My career path got deeply into it when teaching art and creative movement at Portland Parks and Recreation for 3+ years and interning in a preschool before moving to Oakland in 2010, where I worked in a local preschool (was fingerprinted here), before being hired by a...

Edith P. says "Julie is a kind caretaker. We appreciated her gentle and helpful manner. "

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Marycarmen C.

Part Time Babysitter

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Greetings! My name is Marycarmen. I am an Oakland native and student of traditional, Indigenous medicine and midwifery. For 11+ years now, I've been supporting families with the full spectrum of life. From schools to summer camps and in more intimate familial settings as well, I have always worked with the youth and in a...

Sarah S. says "Marycarmen is warm, punctual, and reliable. She's been very flexible to accommodate surprises in our schedule and clear about her availability. She's...

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Grace M.

Caring And Cleaning

Oakland, CA

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
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....
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Kalolaine S.

Oakland, CA

3.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have been a private caregiver since 2015. im a current california register caregiver I start taking care seniors with my own grandparents on their last days. I love helping senior and love them as my own. With my skills I can help make them happy and enjoy life. I experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar...
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Ruvi A.

Patient And Caring Nanny

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm Ruvi . I'm a mother of 2 kids with a caring and patient personality. Being one of the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been part of my day to day. So naturally I turned to childcare as my profession at the age of 18 and never looked back. With 11 years of experience, my background caring for children...

Care Member says "Ruvi watched our 4 kids from the time they were newborns and she is incredible! She was extremely responsible and helpful with things like making the...

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Ngoc T.

Private Chef & Executive/Personal Assistant

Oakland, CA

from
$35/hr
8 years experience
Hello, My name is Ngoc (Nora) and I have been a private chef and personal assistant for executives with high profiles. I help my clients from small tasks (such as managing the calendar, booking/reserving tickets, restaurants, creating business and personal travel plans) to bigger tasks (such as managing assets, clients,...
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Jill J.

Part-Time Housekeeper/Personal Assistant

Oakland, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
General room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
oven cleaning
carpet cleaning
pet waste cleanup
+ 1 more
Hi. Need some organized extra hands? I'm available for part-time housekeeping. I have done some home care in the past and have references.
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Akua F.

Office/personal/medical Assistant/Caregiver Or Tutor

Oakland, CA

from
$30/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked as an office/personal/medical assistant for a physician in Baltimore, MD and then again in Montgomery, Alabama. I very much enjoyed the experience. I helped him with his business, office, as well as looked after his children. I have worked in an office surrounding. I was also a teacher for about 3 years so I have...
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Dionte T.

Personable And Reliable Time Management Assistant

Oakland, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Proudly serving the Bay Area, I provide discreet, high-end errand services designed for busy professionals, families, and business owners. From grocery and specialty shopping to time-sensitive pickups, deliveries, and personal requests, every task is handled with precision, reliability, and care. I understand the pace of Bay...
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Meron M.

Oakland, CA

from
$30/hr
2 years experience
Mobility assistance
errands
companionship
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. My two years of experience have solidified my passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. I hold a graduate degree and am CPR and First Aid certified. I'm compassionate, friendly, and professional. Building a connection...
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Lisa I.

Oakland, CA

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to enhancing the lives of adults and seniors. My journey began with a deep-seated desire to support their independence and overall well-being. Previous experiences in similar roles solidified my commitment. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide. I also have...
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Clayton V.

Oakland, CA

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
Experienced Personal Assistant & House Manager with Pet Care Expertise Highly organized professional with 5 years of experience as a personal assistant and house manager, adept at managing complex schedules, overseeing household operations, and providing comprehensive support. My expertise extends to dedicated pet care,...
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Mary E.

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello, My name is Mary and I am very interested in being your household and personal assistant. I have been a household manger for a family for 2 years. I am highly organized and detail oriented. Although I have no experience being a personal assistant. What I lack in experience I can make up by being a fast learner and...
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Michelle S.

Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Professional with stellar references and ability to wear many hats. I have worked as a Private Chef, Family Assistant, Personal Assistant and Nanny for 23+ years.
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Maria R.

Oakland, CA

from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
With over 16 years of experience as a housekeeper, nanny, and personal assistant, I have built a strong reputation for reliability, professionalism, and care. I specialize in creating organized, clean, and welcoming environments while providing attentive support to families and individuals. My background includes managing...
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Michelle S.

Oakland, CA

from
$45/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Professional with 23 years of experience working as a Private Chef, Nanny, Household Manager and Family/Personal Assistant. Exceptional references and resume are available upon request. CPR and Trustline registered.
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Lucie F.

Oakland, CA

from
$30/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
dementia
3 years of paid care for seniors with and without advanced medical concerns. Personal assistant tasks as well as home care (meal prep, cleaning, laundry, errands)
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Iman B.

Oakland, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have done it all! Dogs, kids, cars, desk jobs, remote work, retail, catering, sports, personal assistant jobs etc. I love to do Errands & Odd Jobs
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  • 73 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.44/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 4.7

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Oakland, CA

Personal Assistants in Oakland, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 73 listed personal assistants

Sharon L.

Sharon is an incredibly responsible, conscientious, and fun loving caregiver for our son, R. She cared for him from when he was 3 months to...

- Care member

Sharon L.

Sharon has cared for my pre-school aged daughter and our younger daughter is a year and a half. She is an abundance of laughter, enthusiasm...

- Heather M.

Julie P.

Julie is a kind caretaker. We appreciated her gentle and helpful manner.

- Edith P.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Oakland

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Oakland, CA on Care.com as of April, 2026 is $26.44 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 73 personal assistants in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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.

Most personal assistants in Oakland, 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 Oakland. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.

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