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JaNylah H.

Columbus, OH

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! I'm JaNylah a dedicated and caring college student with a passion for working with kids. As a seasoned STNA with over 5 years of experience in childcare and caregiving, I've developed a nurturing approach that makes little ones feel safe and loved. Whether it's homework help, fun activities, or just a listening ear, I'm...
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Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
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...
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Columbus, OH

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Mother of 3 millennials, active Grandma to a toddler and 5-year-old. I love kids of all ages and will work with you to provide the love, care and support your child deserves. I'd describe my personality as calm, proactive problem solver, loving I like working with kids because I enjoy being around children. I started...
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Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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...

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

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Happy Helper

Columbus, OH

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
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Columbus, OH

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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...
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Pet/child Sitter

Grove City, OH

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
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Columbus, OH

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Trina and I recently retired from Columbus City Schools where I taught Kindergarten for 34 years. I hold a BS in Early & Middle Childhood education from OSU and an Ohio teaching license for grades K through 8th. I'm excited about the prospect of caring for little ones once again. I've always had a passion for...
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Fun, Loving Sitter Who Encourages Play & Creativity

Galloway, OH

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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...

Courtnei M. says "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 way my...

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Full-time Caregiver Available

Newark, OH

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...

Susan O. says "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...

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School Helper And Sitter

Columbus, OH

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
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...
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Maddy

Granville, OH

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
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...
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My Bio

Powell, OH

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
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,...
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Powell, OH

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a I am 24 years old and studies at Franciscan University. 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 people that spend...
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Experienced Sitter, House Keeper And Pet Sitter.

Springfield, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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....
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Powell, OH

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi - I'm Laine. I am in my third year at Ohio University majoring in 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 caregiver and volunteer. In addition to my...
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Springfield, OH

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Margaret I am 21 years old. I grew up in Maine and I just moved to Springfield Ohio. When I was young I was a mother's helper for 5 years to the family's 4 girls and they're cousins. Then I worked at a cheesecake bakery for 2 years, then I wanted to become a nanny! I was with my last nanny family for 2 years, I...
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Springfield, OH

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Margaret . I'm 21 years old and grew up in Maine, I just moved to Springfield OH. When I was about 12 I started as a Mother's helper for a family. Shortly after I started, the mother started helping her brother with childcare. I went over 3 days a week for 2 hours. After 5 years with them there was 8 children...
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London, OH

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Hey, I'm Sarah! I'm a mom of two, a natural helper, and the kind of person who just gets family life-chaos, schedules, snack negotiations and all. I've cared for kids from toddlers to teens, and I'm all about keeping things calm, lighthearted, and running smoothly. I'm a UA mom and currently nanny part-time for a local family....
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Springfield, OH

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Bonnie, an 18-year-old who loves spending time with kids and seeing the world through their eyes. I believe childhood is such a magical time, full of imagination and creativity, and I love helping nurture that through play, crafts, and learning. While I'm new to babysitting, I'm eager to gain experience and build trust...
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  • 3,422 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.68/hr as of October 2025

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

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents

Mother's Helpers are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 2,567 reviews of the 3,422 listed mother's helpers

Sylvia H.

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

- Kelli C.

Arielle C.

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...

- Courtnei M.

Allison M.

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...

- Susan O.

FAQs for finding a mother's helper

A mother’s helper tackles a lot of the same babysitter duties that a normal babysitter does. For example, a mother’s helper can help with homework. The main difference between a sitter and a mother’s helper is that usually, mother’s helpers are on the younger side and are considered to be a “babysitter in training”. Typically, they aren’t old enough to be left all alone with children, but can lend busy parents a helping hand while they’re home to provide some level of supervision.

Mother’s helper rates start at $20.68, but the cost of hiring a mother’s helper can vary a lot based on their years of experience, the area you live in, and the tasks you want them to assist with.

While it’s best to do your own interview, check references, and conduct an independent background check to help find a mother’s helper you can trust, mother’s helpers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Those who complete this background check have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run.

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