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60 mother's helpers are listed in Arlington, VA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 6 years
Mother's helpers in Arlington, VA
Megan J.
Washington, DC
$23-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Megan. I am a nanny looking for part time work with a new family!
I am available to start as early as September 1st, 2024. I live in DC, but I have a car, so I am willing to travel for the right family.
I have experience working in a daycare setting with toddlers ages 2-4 and have been nannying for...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan has been a wonderful nanny to my 7 month old daughter. She has worked with us since my little one was 4.5 months old and helped us get her on a nap routine, has her taking a bottle consistently and is so loving and nurturing to her! Megan is collaborative and...
Niki G.
Kristin H.
Washington, DC
$10-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm hoping I can be a great fit for your families needs! I have a wide range of experience professionally including but not limited to pre-k childhood development, infant and toddler care, as well as before & after care camps, Inner city youth program leadership, orphanage volunteering out of the country and more. I'm open to...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is amazing! She’s hired to help my daughter get ready for school and walk my mini golden doodle! I feel worry free knowing she is here to assist. Both my kids (4th grader & dog ) loveeeeee whenever she comes ! Best decision I made "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
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...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 if she babysat him again. Win!"
Olivia K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
LOVING, RELIABLE AND EXPERIENCED!!! :) I have over 13 years of experience caring for kids from newborns to 13 years old. I am very affectionate with babies and very playful with toddlers. I have my own transportation, love dogs and cats and can take care of them as well. CPR certified, completing my Nursing Degree, and very...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Phenomenal with my 1 year old, dependable, etc. I'll happily use Maria's services regularly and would highly recommend her. "
Anika W.
3.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Martha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Martha treats my child as if she is her own. My daughter and I love Martha."
Diane G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gia, and I am a current Musical Theatre and Directing student at Marymount Manhattan College who is on a gap year! I have been working in childcare as a mother's helper, babysitter, tutor, and nanny for 9+ years. Additionally, I have years of experience working in a Montessori classroom, and was raised with the...
Giacomina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our 4yo had a wonderful time with Gia and was sad when it was time for her to go. We highly recommend her and look forward to hiring her again!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hi I am Ashley and I am that person in the grocery store line or in the restaurant trying to entertain your kiddos with silly faces or peekaboo. I am a confident story-teller, homework helper and snack maker. I have a 15-month-old daughter who likes to "yell" at me in ASL and I wouldn't have it any other way!
I have experience...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley was an angel and such a blessing to our family!! We were connected by a close family friend and just so happened to live 5 minutes from each other when I was in a pinch and needed a babysitter. For two years she babysat our daughter from ages 2-4. She even...
Rebecca W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent graduate of The George Washington University and am now pursuing a Masters in Public Health in maternal and child health. I'll be returning to DC for the school year and looking for any families that may need an extra set of hands! I have babysat for various families throughout college, worked as a camp...
Avalon can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Avalon was an excellent babysitter for our girls. We hired her mainly for our 1-year old but she also helped us out with our 4-year old when needed. She was always on time, respectful and easy-going. And, best of all our girls loved her! We would hire her again if...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Shaanti can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"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 very well and her communication is great. Our family wish her the best of luck."
Candy S.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 41 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I've just completed my Master's in Physiology from Georgetown University and am studying for the MCAT with plans to apply to medical school next summer. I bring a wealth of experience, as a former college track athlete, gymnastics coach, and community coach for Girls On The Run.
I live in D. C. with my bichon...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Alexis did a great job helping to care for my two young boys (a 3-year-old and 7-month-old)! We hired her for a long shift (~9 hours) to help entertain and take care of both of them, along with their grandmother. Alexis was great with the kids AND grandparents....
Elizabeth O.
Christine W.
Alexandria, VA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Easygoing Experienced Nanny/Mothers Helper Available Full-Time
4.9
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
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...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Christine is more than just a child care provider, she is family! Our son loved her and if he was old enough to speak he'd say she's one of his best friends. I think she spoke his baby language. We couldn't be more grateful for the time she spent with our son and...
Kier O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a kind and hardworking student with a love of children. From being a Mother's Helper, to a one-off babysitter to teaching Baby Ballet for 6 years, I have an immense amount of experience. I've worked with lots of kids with unique needs, and I'm flexible to your family's needs.
I'd describe my personality as helpful,...
5.0
"Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and helps with homework. Kids seem to adore her. I find her to be reliable and dependable. I highly recommend her. I would use her...
Melissa J.
Hi! My name is Margaret and I have experience dating back to 2006- from being an older sibling, to summers as a day-camp counselor, after-school sitting and homework helper, and most recently to caring for my adorable nieces, 2 yo and 8mos. I am looking to connect with a family who needs a little extra help in the evenings and...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gracie B.
Alexandria, VA
$13-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was in late elementary school being a mother's helper until I was old enough to actually babysit.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Stephanie B.
Fairfax, VA
$20-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Babysitter With A Earm And Nurturing Personality
I've been my mother's helper since I was 9 years old and babysitting since I was 14.
I'm a mother to my 18-year-old son. We have a great trusting relationship.
My future goal is to foster children.
I have a clean driving record. Fun and safety are my priority, as well as providing a nurturing environment.
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
I am a medical professional, with a nurturing nature and desire to help and serve others. I have over 15+ years of experience of taking care of children and educating.
Care-taking for me is a mix of reinforcing education, creating fun environments (sing -a longs, arts and crafts), and using my high emotional intelligence to...
Lasaundra can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Bianca Alessandra S.
Falls Church, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter And Week Nights/weekend Helper!
Hi! My name is Bianca and I'm 31 years old. I consider myself a very caring, loving, warm, punctual, respectful, dedicated, enthusiastic, responsible, very good with time management and multitasking person. I have a lot of experience with kids of all ages, multiples kids, as well with especial needs care. I have over 10 years of...
Bianca Alessandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Wyatt and I am currently beginning graduate school here in DC at American University. As a teenager, I spent years babysitting and being the "mom-helper" of the neighborhood: helping kids with their homework, picking them up from school, playing sports with them, organizing birthday parties, taking care of...
Wyatt can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Hey there! I'm Ash, a student at The University Of Kentucky! I absolutely adore kids, animals, and elderly people alike and I have a lot of experience caring for all! Ideally, I'm looking to be a summer nanny once school ends for me (May). Apart from that, I'm always willing to help run errands, remote learning, help with...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a reliable, positive, and organized person who has 6 years of experience in babysitting and pet care giving. I'm able to assist your family with travel, chores, educational activities, homework, and more! I love helping kids discover what they are passionate about and helping them explore their interests like my babysitters...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Arlington, VA
Megan J.
5.0
We had the pleasure of working with Megan for about 4 months. On a part time basis, she primarily cared for my youngest son (when he was 1 to 4 months old) but also occasionally watched my 2 year old. She handled childcare and baby-related tasks so smoothly, even when watching two kids with wildly...
- Nina B.
Kristin H.
5.0
She is amazing! She’s hired to help my daughter get ready for school and walk my mini golden doodle! I feel worry free knowing she is here to assist. Both my kids (4th grader & dog ) loveeeeee whenever she comes ! Best decision I made
- Care member
Jessica M.
5.0
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 if she babysat him again. Win!
- Olivia K.
Maria L.
5.0
Maria was amazing with our son. Our daycare provider was sick for a few weeks so we had her come help out and the transition was seamless! My son warmed up her very fast due to her kind and gentle nature. Overall an awesome experience with Maria.
- Avery R.
Martha S.
5.0
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 is a very caring, responsible and competent. She helped us greatly! I would fully recommend her services.
- Anamaria L.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Arlington, VA?
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 16 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.
How can I find mother’s helpers near me in Arlington, VA?
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.
How much does it cost to hire a mother’s helper near me in Arlington, VA in May, 2024?
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 $17.38.