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Nathaly F.

Experienced Nanny/Family Helper

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Nathaly and I am a para educator working MCPS. I have a certificate in the 90-hour course for Early Childhood Education. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old and I love to! I started babysitting on occasions for a family on the weekends and volunteering at a camp in the summer during high...

Zachary H. says "Nathaly is exceptional: she handled all 3 of my wild kids with patience, kindness, and firmness, while engaging with them on fun art projects and kept...

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An Energetic And Motivated 19-year-old College Student Looking To Offer Help In Anyway Possible.

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Jasmine, and I'm a 21-year-old in my last semester of college. If I had to summarize my personality in three words, they would be loving, dependable, and trustworthy. When I was approximately 9 years old, I began working with children. Initially, I worked as a mother's helper, assisting with housework and...

Marcie R. says "Jasmine is really a sweet person. She is very polite and I like the good example she sets regarding attitude and education. She makes your children feel...

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Child Care

Clifton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Samantha, and I've been babysitting for children of all ages for about 12 years! I started as a mother's helper around the age of 10 and have been nannying and babysitting ever since! I recently graduated from VCU with a bachelor's of science in criminal justice. Throughout my time in Richmond I worked for two...

Javier C. says "Sam has been watching our two year old for 6 months now. She came regularly during the school year and now helps us out whenever we need, watching both...

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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, I am an experienced nanny I have taken care of children from ages newborn to 13 years old. I have completed early childhood classes 1 and 2, I learned about child development and milestones in children ages 0 to preschool years. I assisted and observed children in several classrooms, these classrooms included: infants,...

Andre A. says "Yesenia is a very great nanny! She was very gentle with my son and kept me updated via pictures throughout the day. She also took my son for a walk in the...

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Child Care

Clifton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hey Families, My name is Kathleen, I'm 28 years and I'm from Brazil and I'd love to be considered as your next family helper! I love taking care of kids, taking them to explore new places, playgrounds, help in their development and giving them lost of love! I'm a very good driver and also have swimming skills and I know on...

Care Member says "Kathleen is an amazing young woman who has excellent communication skills, is highly dependable, has solid judgement, and is always honest. She watched...

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Cheerful Babysitter And Awesome Helper

White Plains, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
My name is Christeena. but everyone calls me Chrissy. I graduated from an Academy in May 2020 and am attending University for my sophomore year this fall. I have been babysitting for a few years and I love kids. I have worked with all ages ranging from 8 months old to 12 years old. I am available during the weekdays and on...

Kimberly P. says "Chrissy worked with our family as a recurring baby-sitter afternoons and weekends for a year until we moved out of state. She is absolutely wonderful,...

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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm an experienced caregiver looking to provide reliable childcare this summer! I've nannied for various families, caring for children ages 6-12, and worked at a school supervising K-5 recess, managing up to 18 students at a time. I also have experience as a middle school lacrosse coach. My calm nature helps me handle any...

Debbie J. says "Taylor is kind, fun, responsible and dependable. Basically the whole package when it come to what you want for watching your children!!!"

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Nanny Of 4+ Years

Woodbridge, VA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very outgoing, trustworthy nanny with experience of four plus years! I specifically love infants and toddlers as majority of my experience is with infants as early as newborn all the way to kindergartners! I have been a full time nanny for four years but started babysitting long before than, I also have experience...
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Reston, VA

from
$25/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
I like working with kids because they have their own unique perception of the world around them and their place in it. I enjoy answering their questions that I might not have ever considered before. I started working with kids as a mother's-helper when I was 12. In the 14 years since then I have prioritized being able to work...
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Hyattsville, MD

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Red and for 20+ years I have had the honor of watching & taking care of little humans. I am a magical multi faceted Mary Poppins! I step in, bring harmony, love, support and co creation wherever I go! Need someone to help/make dinner for your little ones, teach them ABCs to advanced studies, make sure they...
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Full Time Nanny Or Mother's Helper

Lorton, VA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I worked as a full time nanny during the Summer of 2021 and 2022. I nannied for twin boys age 5 and then nannied for 3 boys between the ages of 8 and 14. Some activities we did included arts & crafts, hikes, nature walks, biking, water play, sport games, board games, building toys, building forts, play dates, and going to the...
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Child care

Great Falls, VA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hallo my name is Vira, I am a kind, hardworking and responsible girl. Have a good experience with teaching and taking care of kids, worked in the kindergarten too. Love everything to be organised, on time and with pleasure and love. I have two sons, love them very much. Ready to help you and happy to be a good and save...
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Experienced Childcare Pro: Creating Happy, Safe Spaces!

Hyattsville, MD

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi, I'm Fatmata! I'm a certified CNA with CPR/First Aid certifications and over 8 years of experience caring for children ages 4 months and older. I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for kids, and I love being a mother's helper. I understand how valuable extra support can be for parents balancing...
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Creative And Organized Family Helper

McLean, VA

from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a creative and outgoing professional with 5 years of childcare experience, as well as 7 years of experience managing a household and a business. I am looking for a family that I can help assist with household planning and management, childcare, and light housekeeping and organization.
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Fun And Experienced Nanny

Fairfax, VA

from
$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Eve! I have been working with kids since I was 13 as a daycare attendant, nanny, babysitter, and mommies helper and teacher. I have taken care of children ranging from newborns to 10-year-olds. I also have my own transportation. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
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Part-time Caregiver/Household Helper

Washington, DC

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Currently looking for a cooking/household helper position! I'm a huge proponent of scheduling and staying organized. I have experience cooking meals, running errands, doing pick-ups and drop-offs for other families, and enjoy that just as much as nannying because I feel I am able to bring a different type of value to my...
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Outgoing Babysitter With 7* Years Experience

Fairfax, VA

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello:) I'm Ella! I've been working with kids for over 7 years, starting as a mother's helper when I was just 11. Since then, I've babysat children of all ages, from newborns to 12, in both short-term and long-term jobs, including full-time summer care. I've cared for anywhere from one to three kids at a time and love creating...
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Heartful Helper

Silver Spring, MD

from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a Public Health major specializing in Family Science, I have a profound passion for working with children of all ages but feel most at home caring for infants and toddlers. I love engaging little ones through meaningful activities that nurture their development and joy. For infants, I incorporate sensory play, tummy time,...
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Megan C.'s Photo

Burke, VA

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$14/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a recent college grad looking to work over the summer before I relocate. I am energetic, responsible, organized and enthusiastic. I have been helping with kids for the last 5 years, with age ranges from 6 months old to 8th graders. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, mothers helper and camp counselor and am...
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Motivated Teen Child Care Helper

Silver Spring, MD

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Andres, and I'm a responsible, hardworking 18-year-old young man excited to start my journey in childcare. While I may not have formal experience yet, I'm very motivated to learn and grow. If given the opportunity, I'm committed to providing a safe, positive, and supportive environment for your children. I'm...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.71/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 4.5

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA

Mother's Helpers in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Nathaly F.

Nathaly is exceptional: she handled all 3 of my wild kids with patience, kindness, and firmness, while engaging with them on fun art...

- Zachary H.

Jasmine Y.

Jasmine is really a sweet person. She is very polite and I like the good example she sets regarding attitude and education. She makes your...

- Marcie R.

Samantha H.

Sam has been watching our two year old for 6 months now. She came regularly during the school year and now helps us out whenever we need,...

- Javier C.

FAQs for finding a mother's helper

In a lot of cases mother’s helpers take on many of the same babysitter duties that a normal babysitter does. A mother’s helper can help with homework, can supervise children, and can even do light housework. The biggest difference between a sitter and a mother’s helper is typically their age. Usually, a mother’s helper is a “babysitter in training” who isn’t old enough to be alone in a home with children, but can help keep an eye on children while parents are nearby while taking some time to themselves. Review 7 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.

Thanks to babysitting websites like Care.com, it’s easy to find qualified babysitters online near you, including mother’s helpers. You can search through Care.com profiles to find a mother’s helper who has the experience you’re looking for and can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Alexandria, VA. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.

Similar to babysitting rates, mother’s helpers rates can vary based on different factors like their years of experience or where you live. Typically, mother’s helper rates near you start at $21.71.

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