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Celina K.

Teacher - Looking For Extra Work - Loves Kids

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have a playful personality and genuinely care about kids. I understand that kids are high energy and constantly on the go and that is why I find them so fun. I am dependable and trustworthy and more than capable of caring for children - as I am by trade an elementary school teacher with over 20 years of experience. I am able...

Miriam L. says "Reliable, punctual and friendly."

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Caregiver And Mother's Helper

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I am a local Arlington mom who knows all the fun things to do in Arlington and loves kids. I am available to help with many tasks you may need such as childcare, organization, and meal prep.
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Fun, Afterschool Nanny/Homework Helper!

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi there! I am a current 1st grade teacher who loves working with children! When I think about other career paths, I can't imagine an alternative job that brings me greater joy and gratification along with lots of fun! Prior to teaching elementary school, I worked as a preschool teacher while I completed my masters degree. I...
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Arlington, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! My name is Kathryn, I am 20 years old and looking to be a part time nanny/mother's helper. I have previous experience caring for 2 elementary age children, as well helping out with various chores (laundry, dishes, grocery pickup, returns, etc.). I am a very organized person and also a great learner.
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Emma G.'s Photo

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a a caring and energetic college student from Arlington, VA looking for a job during summer break. I had babysitting and mother's helper jobs throughout high school, often watching up to three children at a time, helping with homeschooling, and coming up with creative and engaging activities for the kids. I am an experienced...
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"You'd Be Such A Great Mom" - Everyone I've Ever Met

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi there! I'm a full-time federal employee with time, energy, and loyalty to spare. My strengths (and joys) are organization, tidying and keeping a clean home, and sticking to routines. As the oldest of four, I've been the de facto "third parent" for most of my life, and have supervised, engaged, and nurtured younger siblings...
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Part-time Babysitter

Arlington, VA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
I became a mother's helper at the age of 12 and helped a woman with two little girls. I have two little brothers and a little sister (6, 11, 13). I babysit for a family of four two summers ago (26 months, kindergarten, second grade, and fourth grade). This past summer I nannied for a family with two kids 6 and 3 years old. I am...
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Fun Artistic Momma For Hire!

Arlington, VA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as charming, caring transparent. I like working with kids because kids are fun/ funny make me laugh. I like being a caregiver and a teacher because the experience is rewarding for me. My ideal job will allow me to babysit in my home, I have a toddler and babysitting allows me to still be with her...
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Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Are you looking for a good babysitter on the weekend! I'm 40 years old, and I'm a very qualified nanny. I have 20 years of experience with infants, toddlers, and children up to teenagers. I also have great references that I am happy to provide. I drive my car. I am a citizen of the USA. I have my CPR and First Aid certificates....

Kaitlyn T. says "Laura is very personable, friendly and trustworthy. She put my worries at ease leaving my son with her and he loves her! Would highly recommend."

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Babysitter/Mother's Helper

Falls Church, VA

3.3(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
Hello, my name is Martha and I am looking for work in child care. I have 10 years of experience caring for children as young as 2 months. I have my own transportation and can transport children to and from places as needed. I was recently caring for 2 children full time, but that work has stopped due to the pandemic. I do not...

Anamaria L. says "We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was wonderful. She...

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Evening Care

Bethesda, MD

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I began as a mothers helper, and when I was old enough began babysitting. I have been a nanny for multiple summers with a family as a travel sitter. I graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a bachelor's in Food Service Management, and two associate's in...

Olivia K. says "Our infant was already asleep when she arrived, but our kindergartner read books with her and she put him to bed. He said she was nice and would like it...

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Leah K.'s Photo

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Leah, and I've loved looking after little kids since I was old enough to walk. I'm choke save certified and have basic first aid training, and thanks to my experience as a veterinarian's assistant, very comfortable around and caring for pets. I have also worked as a camp counselor and mother's helper, and I am fully...

Care Member says "Leah was an incredible nanny for our daughter and quickly became part of our family. Leah started nannying for our daughter when she was 3 months old....

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Easygoing Experienced Nanny/Mothers Helper Available Full-Time

Alexandria, VA

4.9(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I've lived in Alexandria, VA all of my life. I attended private school from kindergarten to 7th grade & have attended University. I've worked for two church preschools and have been the lead teacher for students 2-5 years old. I have two sons one is a teenager now the other is a toddler. I've worked with many families with kids...

Care Member says "Christine was fantastic. She was punctual, professional, and personable, and our 2 boys (ages 2 and 5) really liked her. She played with the boys the...

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Friendly & Dependable Babysitter

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I am a graduate of American University in Washington, DC and am currently working a full time job in the city. With the spare time that I have I would like to help any families that need child-care services! As a friendly, positive, quick-learning, health-loving, bi-lingual aspiring helper, I would love to spend my...

Candy S. says "Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts with my children...

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About Me :)

Falls Church, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm Victoria, a dedicated childcare professional with over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I graduated from Virginia Tech (go Hokies!) with a Bachelor of Science, and my childcare journey began at the age of 12 as a mother's helper. Over the years, I've gained hands-on experience as a babysitter, nanny,...

Care Member says "She is very professional. I definitely recommend her."

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Ruby Z.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
12 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have always loved kiddos and started as a mother's helper at the age of 9 (making $2. 50 an hour). I began babysitting at age 13, was a camp counselor to rising kindergartners for 5 summers, and a full time nanny during the pandemic. With over a decade of experience, I possess a passion for all ages, from baby's to big kids!...
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Part-time Sitter/ Weekend Helper!

Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Keaira and I am a recent college graduate, looking to continue my education locally. I have over nine years of experience caring for children. I have worked with children ages one month to 14 years old. Before becoming a sitter/nanny I worked as a summer camp counselor and after school program counselor. Some...
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Red T.'s Photo

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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Marie J.'s Photo

Happy Helper For Your Little Adventurers

Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello! I'm Marie, a dedicated and responsible babysitter/nanny committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your children. With 5 years of experience in babysitting and nannying, I've received positive feedback from all the families I've worked with. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children,...
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Babysitter/Nanny

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Adele and I currently live in AU Park in NW DC. I grew up in Bethesda, Maryland, so I am very familiar with the DMV area! I am looking for part-time childcare jobs either during the day, after school, or evenings. I currently freelance for marketing agencies and make my own schedule so I have lots of...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.12/hr as of November 2025

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

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

Mother's Helpers in Arlington, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Celina K.

Reliable, punctual and friendly.

- Miriam L.

Laura R.

Laura is very personable, friendly and trustworthy. She put my worries at ease leaving my son with her and he loves her! Would highly...

- Kaitlyn T.

Martha S.

We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was...

- Anamaria L.

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 8 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 Arlington, 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 $20.12.

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