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3,797 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025

The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 4.7

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Sylvia is amazing :) I would definitely recommend her as your nanny or helper :) My children love her.

Review for Sylvia H. by Kelli C.

Chasity was with our family for several babysitting sessions. My three and six year old girls adored playing hide and go seek with her,

Review for Chasity L. by Jared F.

Arielle turned from our nanny to a part of our family! She eased our nerves the moment she stepped through the door. Her warm invite and the

Review for Arielle C. by Courtnei M.

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Katherine C.


Columbus, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Part-time Caregiver

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Hello! I'm Kat. I love babysitting - have every since I was little. I started as a mother's helper when I couldn't even stay home alone by myself! Ever since then, I have babysat and nannied - all throughout high school and college. I have experience with children ages newborn to teens, and have also worked with children who...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Sylvia H.


Columbus, OH

$12-18/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sylvia, let me tell you a bit about my childcare experience! I've worked with infants, preschoolers, and school-agers. I've worked as a daycare teacher and also as a nanny, morning helper, and over night sitter. I am CPR/First Aid certified and I'm certified on OCCRA, which is an early childhood development and...
Sylvia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sylvia is amazing :) I would definitely recommend her as your nanny or helper :) My children love her."

Kelli C.

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Gianina S.


Columbus, OH

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13 so I have over 10 years of experience. I have babysat kids of all ages and different abilities. I am respectful, helpful, creative and enjoy helping! I deliver mail during the day for USPS, but a lot if not majority of my evenings are free and open except Tuesdays. My...
Gianina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lucy S.


Grove City, OH

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Nanny & Homework Helper

I have experience taking care of children since I was a teen and I am eagerly looking for work! I am excited to work with any and all types of children, whether that be outdoor activities, homework help, travel/carpool, arts and crafts, and so much more. I strive to create a warm and supportive atmosphere where children feel...
Lucy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm 25 with a little over 6 years of childcare experience and I've been a nanny on and off for 5 years. I am CPR & FIRST AID certified. I have an Associates of Arts degree from Columbus State. I have plenty of experience with multiple ages ranging from 7 months to teenagers. I also have experience working as a house...
Breanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jenna B.


Grove City, OH

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Pet/child Sitter

Looking for a loving and reliable companion for your furry or little ones? I'm Jenna, and for the past 3 years, I've turned houses into happy homes for children and pets. I'm a creative and engaging caregiver who knows how to keep little minds and paws busy. From playful adventures to cozy cuddles, I'm here to ensure your loved...
Jenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Emma D.


Columbus, OH

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Emma! I am looking to babysit regularly for a family until I return to college in the fall of 2023. I started my years of experience as a mothers helper in middle school, which led to me babysitting for many years. I worked with infants in my church nursery as well as toddlers from 13-18 regularly until I...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Chasity L.


Blacklick, OH

$14-25/hr5 yrs exp

MOMMY HELPER

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

5+ years of experience and ready to help you and your family succeed. CPR cert first aid training various age groups planned activities own transportation clean driving record
Chasity can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Chasity was with our family for several babysitting sessions. My three and six year old girls adored playing hide and go seek with her, reading books, and doing arts and crafts. She was very sweet and nurturing with both girls. She arrived on time and was very...

Jared F.

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Arielle C.


Galloway, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Sitter Who Encourages Play & Creativity

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a sitter since the age of 11, starting as a mother's helper . By the age of 13 , I was watching three kids at a time. I am great with children of all ages, but have exceptional patience for toddlers and children under 5. I love to engage in conversation with children to help encourage confidence and speech. I don't...
Arielle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Arielle was awesome. Really on top of everything. Great with our baby boy."

Albina G.

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Allison M.


Newark, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since a teenager, I have been babysitting and caregiving for children and elderly. I have excellent experience as a personal assistant/mommy's helper. I am proactive, positive and love helping others with tasks, daily chores, housekeeping, cooking and more. I am flexible, hard working and a pleasure to be around. I am an...
Allison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Allison started babysitting for us shortly after I had my second child. I was a wreck and Allison came in and took care of all of us! She jumped right in and took initiative. I trust her 100%. On bad days she'd show up with coffee for me and would swoop the kids...

Susan O.

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Kahia H.


Columbus, OH

$21/hr3 yrs exp

School Helper And Sitter

Hello! My name is Kahia H. I'm a recent college graduate with a Bachelor's in Science. I'm currently enrolled in weekend course to get my phlebotomy certification. I'm CPR/AED recertified. My future goal is to become an Obstetrician Gynecologist someday. I have 3 years of childcare experience. I babysat for a wonderful family...
Kahia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madeline G.


Granville, OH

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Maddy

Hello! My name is Maddy and I am a sophomore at Denison University. I have a lot of experience with watching kids, this past summer I was a full time nanny for two kids, 10 and 12 years old. I am available most week day afternoons and nights and saturday mornings! I have a car on campus so I have ways to transport kids if needed...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
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Laine M.


Powell, OH

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, Patient Sitter Who Loves Kids, Baking And Pets

Hi - I'm Laine. I am about to finish up my second year at Ohio University this spring with my major being special education. I have always had a passion for and special connection with kids. I've been babysitting since I was 14 and have worked as a date night sitter, mother's helper, summer nanny, and special education...
Laine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Elizabeth R.


Powell, OH

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

My Bio

As a Venezuelan with a medical background, I've spent the last five years in the United States, specializing in childcare. With a 13-year-old daughter and a husband who is also a doctor, we relocated to Columbus, Ohio, due to his career. While in Austin, Texas, I gained extensive experience caring for children aged 0-12 months,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
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Lauren D.


Dublin, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

State Certified Teacher

Hi! I'm Lauren-a warm, reliable, and highly experienced caregiver, tutor, pet lover, and home helper with a deep love for supporting families. I've been a high school Spanish teacher in Dublin City Schools for 15 years and hold a Master's in Education, along with certifications in TESOL and International Studies. I was a live-in...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello everyone! Just a little bit about myself, my name is Abigail and I am 26 years old. I currently live in Columbus, Ohio, but spend time whenever I can with family in Florida. I attended Ohio State University. I plan on relocating to wherever I find a job! I have loved babies and children ever since I was a little girl, and...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Mara O.


Powell, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a 23-year-old 5th year student from Columbus Ohio studying Criminal Justice. I got my first childcare job at 11 as a mothers helper and have enjoyed babysitting and nannying for different families of different sizes with different aged children for years. I really think that the way children are raised and the...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Taylor L.


Springfield, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter, House Keeper And Pet Sitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Taylor. I have worked with children since 15 years of age. I am 28 years old. I love doing crafts and going on outdoor adventures. I am married with 1 dog. I have experience in working with children newborn and up. I ran an in home daycare until 2019. Help with homework and tutoring for your littles will be included....
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Hello! My name is Bethany! I have a collective 3-4 years experience in childcare from random babysitting jobs/mother's helper in Highschool, 1 year as an aftercare supervisor, and 2 years nannying full time. I love to be able to support families by providing childcare and ensure a safe, and hopefully fun environment for your...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Mother's Helpers are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 3,453 reviews of the 3,797 listed mother's helpers.