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Keira F.

Nanny .

Amherst, MA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
I have 2 dogs. I am interested in babysitting or a mother's helper. I can help with carpooling. I have experience working with children as I am a sailing instructor. I am majoring in Psychology.

Joseph D. says "Kiera was punctual, pleasant and playful with our child."

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Energetic, Friendly Math Teacher

South Deerfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I started mother's helper for a close family friend when I was about 10, and made my way into babysitting as I grew up. I have loved it since then! I have regularly sat for several families and for children between the ages of newborn to about 12 years old. I'm very interactive and love to participate with the kids. I am CPR...

Amanda P. says "Leah has watched my 4 all summer- 3 rambunctious boys and 1 girl. 4 kids of varying ages can be a challenge and she's managed with a good attitude and...

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Creative, Energetic And Compassionate Caregiver

South Deerfield, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hello families! I have a long history working with children in different settings, from being a mother's helper in my neighborhood growing up, to nannying a sweet 5-month-old, to working in an in-home Waldorf inspired preschool with caring for many children in between. My own personal beliefs working with children is to follow...
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Caring Child Care Provider

Whately, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Margaret E. and I am looking for a summer nanny, mother's helper, and/or babysitting job this summer. I am 18 years old and about to graduate high school from the Williston Northampton School. For the previous two summers I have worked at the Williston Summer camp that has kids ages 7-15, I ran activities such as...
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Nanny

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I'm looking for a part-time job (ideally ~30 hours/week) at a rate of at least $30/hour. I live in Chicopee, MA, and would prefer a commute of under half an hour. I love all sorts of games, arts and crafts, and just being able to use my imagination (and see kids use theirs). I'm the oldest out of 4 girls and my mom ran a home...

Jamie B. says "Amy watched our two girls on various occasions. The girls immediately connected with her and felt comfortable. Amy kept them engaged and active, while...

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Mothers Helper/ Newborn & Infant Nanny

Greenfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am an experienced and compassionate child care provider with a strong focus on infant care and early childhood development. I excel at creating structured routines and fostering a nurturing, safe environment. Skilled in feeding, diapering, and soothing infants, I support their growth through age-appropriate activities that...

Care Member says "Randi was phenomenal to deal with and incredibly courteous and was very quick to respond about any and all concerns I had."

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Nanny

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I started off being a mothers helper when I was 13 and when I was 16 I started babysitting. In high school I took child development and worked at a preschool as a teachers assistant. I was also a...

Danielle D. says "Stephanie was wonderful watching my 8 week old daughter during the week so I could study for my board exam. She was kind, communicative, reliable, and a...

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About Me!

South Hadley, MA

from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Alex! I am looking for casual babysitting jobs and to be a mothers helper I am a trained DONA doula so I have training in support for pregnant & new parents! A little about me, I am a full time college student at Mount Holyoke. I am an organizer and planner. I love animals (I have a cat and a dog), I love going...
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Mother's Helper

Wilbraham, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
A DONA international Certified Doula, A Child Passenger Safety Tech, Red Cross CPR & Choking certified (Happy to show certificates) I am a mother of two & a doula to many. I would love to be your postpartum village. My passion is being a mother's helper. Cooking, cleaning, childcare, doing whatever means necessary to make a...
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Boston Nanny With 10 Years Of Experience

Florence, MA

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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Eden. I started working in childcare as a mother's helper when I was just 10 years old and have been alone babysitting since I was 13. Over the last 10 years I have had the privilege of working with families from diverse backgrounds and age groups. I possess a genuine affinity for children and excel in providing...
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Full Time Mama-Seeking Part Time Caretaker/Helper/Assistant

Wheelwright, MA

1.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My names Tricia, I am a full time mother of a quirky and always inquisitive 6-year-old boy. I have recently moved to this beautiful area and I am looking for a job that is fulfilling but still allows me time with my son. I have experience with all ages as I have worked various jobs my entire life, from being an assistant...
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm looking for a part time position working with children OR doing a mothers helper (laundry, cleaning, errands, etc..) with a family who'd be comfortable with me bringing my son (2. 5yrs) occasionally depending on the days/hours. I have a clean driving record, EEC certified, CPR & First Aid certification for infant, children...

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  • 12 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 5.0

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Amherst, MA

Mother's Helpers in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 12 listed mother's helpers

Keira F.

Kiera was punctual, pleasant and playful with our child.

- Joseph D.

Leah H.

Leah has watched my 4 all summer- 3 rambunctious boys and 1 girl. 4 kids of varying ages can be a challenge and she's managed with a good...

- Amanda P.

Amy S.

Amy watched our two girls on various occasions. The girls immediately connected with her and felt comfortable. Amy kept them engaged and...

- Jamie B.

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 1 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 Amherst, MA. 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 $19.00.

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