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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
Hi Families; I'm Nelsy, I'm from Colombia, I'm worked in childcare in my country. I'm responsible, patience, reliable, flexible, and learned fast. I like work with children doing fun activities and health development abilities. About my experience, I have 5 beautiful years worked in a childcare in my country with children's, new...
Nelsy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Misha H.
Washington, DC
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bilingual Spanish 10+ Experience Ivy League Nanny And Tutor
I have 10+ years of childcare and tutoring experience. I hold a master's from George Washington University and a bachelor's from University of Pennsylvania. I'm fluent in Spanish. I have behavioral health and social work experience and these perspectives are essential in early childhood education and development. I care for the...
Misha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Maddy, I'm a rising senior at George Washington University and recently moved back to DC for the year. My schedule this summer and upcoming fall is pretty flexible, so I'm currently looking for babysitting opportunities. I'm organized, reliable, and would be a great friend and helper to any family. I have 8 years...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Ashley. I am 20yrs old, I am currently studying Digital Marketing at NOVA, but finish May 8th. Since the age of 14, I have been helping with taking care of children. From ages of 14-18 I was an assistant helper at a Home DayCare with Fairfax County. I am free to start May 9th, since I am one my last few days...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Olivia L.
Falls Church, VA
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am a student at Virginia Tech seeking a part-time babysitting/ "Mother's Helper" opportunity. I have 6 years of experience and have strong skills in cooking, organization, planning fun activities, and more! I am passionate about taking care of children in any way, or shape, and I am a trusting person with glimmering...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
After more than 8 years of babysitting/nannying experience, I stopped my school side hustle to accept a pediatric nursing position. Thanks to a flexible hospital schedule, I have the ability to continue doing my "fun" job. I am more than happy to help around the house and have fulfilled "mother's helper" jobs as well as full...
Delaney can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karen B.
Washington, DC
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
Very Flexible, Fun, Creative And Friendly (and Very Responsible)
Hello! My name is Karen, I am 19 and currently a pre-Nursing major at Towson University. I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I began as a mother's helper at age 12; I would watch my neighbor's 3 young boys while she spent time with her newborn and cooked or cleaned. Since then I have had a stint as a regular babysitter...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a bright and caring nanny seeking to provide quality childcare, be it long-term or last-minute. I am experienced with children of all ages, including babies, children with special needs, and with domestic assistance for busy families. I am a terrific tutor, delightful cook, efficient home organizer, graceful parent's...
Rozelle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
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.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
I just moved to DC about 6 months ago. I work in higher education admissions and looking to make some extra money on the side. I have babysat since I was 10 years old (I had a 5th grade book buddy that I watched) and I have two younger sisters that I watched growing up too! I have plenty of references and love hanging out with...
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...
Adele can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a rising Junior at The George Washington University, and am eager to babysit or mothers help this summer! I have ample experience in babysitting as I began caring for my younger cousins since I was 13 years old, and as I got older I began babysitting for about 6 families around my area. I have babysat for up to 4...
Kaile can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I have spent the last 10+ years working with children of all ages in various capacities including babysitting 10-month-old twins, working in a preschool with toddlers, regularly babysitting elementary-aged children, tutoring middle schoolers, and handling pickup/drop-off + errands as a family assistant. I have also spent the...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Brenna P.
Bethesda, MD
$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I began my caregiver journey at 13 as a "mother's helper." Since then, I've had 15+ years experience caring for children, pets, and seniors in a variety of settings. In addition to care inside the home, I was a camp counselor/swim instructor for many summers. Caregiving is one of my greatest joys. I cherish creating sweet...
Brenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Tatum T.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 15 yrs exp
Graduate Student With Extensive Childcare & Healthcare Experience Available For Babysitting
I have been working with kids for more than 15 years now as a nanny, babysitter, tutor, and swim instructor, and I have worked with children of all ages, from newborns through high school. I graduated from Princeton University in 2020 and am now attending graduate school at George Washington to become a Physician Assistant....
Tatum can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Christina S.
Burke, VA
$20-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I really love working with kids. I have experience nannying and being a mothers helper as well. I also have worked in a preschool. I have confidence working with children. It might be because I am a child at heart! I have been trained in CPR and First Aid and I respond well in...
Christina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christina was on time and great with my kids. She drove them to playgrounds, etc. and the kids had a wonderful time. I would definitely hire her again!"
Shannon H.
Daniela C.
Laurel, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a licensed teacher in Baltimore City. I have experience with kids of all ages, and tutor as well. In high school, I worked in a special needs daycare with kids ages 0-5, so I'm comfortable caring for many kids of all ages and abilities at the same time.
I was a mother's helper for newborn twins when owner of the daycare...
Daniela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Daniela is a two-get. Parents can go with a clear head and the kids love her. She came with age appropriate crafts and books to keep everyone occupied and I came home to no trace of it. What a pleasure."
Annmarie O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with children from 12 months to 12 years of age. I am fun, energetic, organized. I assist children with their daily tasks, and I help with light cleaning. I have CPR certified, as well as FIRST AID, and ASLS. Nursing background. Fluent in Spanish.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Suleika is absolutely fantastic. She is great with my 2 boys (5 months and 2 years) and is so patient. She was always punctual and understanding of any schedule changes. I wish it could of been a long term fit."
Amber E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have worked with kids for about 6 years now. I have always enjoyed interacting with children. I enjoy listening to them create fanciful stories that I could never think of on my own. I also enjoy reading, playing sports and going outside with them. My favorite thing to do is have the child or children try to teach me a...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie was fantastic! Would definitely rehire again, and in fact tried, but she was already booked because i waited too long. My 1.5 year old daughter was sent home from daycare with fever. Natalie was a trooper. Our house was recently under renovation, so we had...
Val P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My main objective is to provide outstanding services by always keeping a safe, fun and loving environment for all family members I get to work for.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
* Full time Nanny
* Part time, Occasional, Emergency, On-Call, Back-Up, Chaperone, Mother Helper, and/or House Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Bathe, change diapers,...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gabriela is absolutely incredible!! She kept informed about all three of my children. She also cleaned my house for me. When I arrived home, all three kids were bathed and in bed. I would definitely hire her again. My children fell in love with her. She is the best...
Cherita R.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Arlington, VA
Christina S.
5.0
Christina was on time and great with my kids. She drove them to playgrounds, etc. and the kids had a wonderful time. I would definitely hire her again!
- Shannon H.
Daniela C.
5.0
Daniela is a two-get. Parents can go with a clear head and the kids love her. She came with age appropriate crafts and books to keep everyone occupied and I came home to no trace of it. What a pleasure.
- Annmarie O.
Suleika R.
5.0
Suleika is absolutely fantastic. She is great with my 2 boys (5 months and 2 years) and is so patient. She was always punctual and understanding of any schedule changes. I wish it could of been a long term fit.
- Amber E.
Natalie B.
5.0
Natalie was fantastic! Would definitely rehire again, and in fact tried, but she was already booked because i waited too long. My 1.5 year old daughter was sent home from daycare with fever. Natalie was a trooper. Our house was recently under renovation, so we had very few books or toys. Natalie...
- Val P.
Gabriela O.
5.0
I was apprehensive about hiring someone in my home for the first time, and meeting Gabby changed my whole outlook! She has a great personality, can-do attitude, and I felt instantly comfortable with her. We no longer needed her services when our family situation changed, but I have no doubt she...
- Nadine T.
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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.