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Devyn B.

Mother's Helper/ Babysitter/ Nanny

Washington, DC

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$15/hr
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I just graduated with a Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from GW. I start my job as a speech therapist in a school district in August. I have have worked extensively with children of all ages both at GWU and at the LAB School of Washington. I have also been a babysitter since I was 15 years old for family and friends....
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Takoma Park, MD

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a freshman at UMBC majoring in Nursing, and looking for a summer nannying position or babysitting as needed! I worked in an after school childcare program/summer camp for about a year and a half, until graduating high school. Before and during that experience, I babysat and was a parents-helper. I enjoy arts and crafts and...
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Nanny / Babysitter / Mother's Helper / Daycare

Capitol Heights, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Amber E. says "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...

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Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have about 7 years of experience with kids between newborn to 12yo. Also, I worked as Human Resources in my home country, here I worked as a driver, deliver driver and helper too. I am always open to learn and improve myself. I am looking for extra as babysitting for date night or part time after school where I can bring my 2...

Ted B. says "Janay is the best nanny ever. She took care of my son since he was 2 months old. She is very proactive, punctual, and reliable. My son loves her so much and...

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Yesenia R.'s Photo

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Georgia. I am a 20-year-old student currently studying general/special elementary education. I have babysat for the last six years, but have been mothers helpers for about the last 10. I have many references if needed. I love children and playing with them. I consider myself to be responsible, patient, fun...

Jane C. says "Georgia is a lovely, young, accomplished lady with a nurturing personality. I feel lucky to have found her to look after my daughter, who has a learning...

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Babysitter

Potomac, MD

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Juliana, I'm 27 years old, and I have 6 years over experience with kids. I started in a very young age being the teachers helper, and then I came to USA. In all my time working with kids, I took care of kids from 3 months to 15 years old. I consider myself as responsible, reliable, experienced and fun-loving person. I'm...

Gabriela S. says "She's amazing with the kids. She's careful, takes good care of children, responsible, flexible. She loves to play and teach."

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Household Helper And Fun Sitter

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I have 5 years of experience in childcare, from babysitting and summer camp jobs and now teaching. I can provide excellent housekeeping, I love organizing and cleaning! I am energetic and fun, I was a dancer so I can run around with the kids all day. I have a degree in Elementary and Special Education from Towson University and...

Jackie A. says "Kaitlyn has not yet watched my child yet. She came over today for a meet and greet. it eased our minds so much. She was very responsive and timely. She is...

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Experienced Nanny/Family Helper

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Child Care

Clifton, VA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Child Care

Clifton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 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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Taylor B.'s Photo

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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An Energetic And Motivated 19-year-old College Student Looking To Offer Help In Anyway Possible.

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Babysitter Or Mother's Helper Available

Derwood, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Caroline and I am beginning my Masters at WVU this fall. I have experience babysitting all ages as well as working in day cares with infants.
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The Helper You Never Knew You Needed

Upper Marlboro, MD

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Shollette I have 2 years of professional experience babysitting and several years working with small kids(I have 4 nephews). I am a licensed EMT(ambulance) and CPR/BLS Certified for over 9 years. I can help with cleaning and errands as I enjoy both. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
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Experienced Sitter Available Weeknights And Weekends

Germantown, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I babysat throughout college and worked in my mother's daycare for over 6 years. I have also been a mother's helper. I will be going to a university in the fall to get my masters in mental health counseling. I will eventually love to work with kids and development. I have babysat kids ages 1-8. I love planning activities for...
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Experienced Childcare Pro: Creating Happy, Safe Spaces!

Hyattsville, MD

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
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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Anastasia H.'s Photo

Rockville, MD

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I started out as a mother's helper when I was 13 and have always had a special heart for children and children with special needs. I have experience working with Special Needs and Military Families. Willing to provide references.
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Megan C.'s Photo

Burke, VA

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$14/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 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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Heartful Helper

Silver Spring, MD

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 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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  • 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

Suleika R.

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...

- Amber E.

Janaina O.

Janay is the best nanny ever. She took care of my son since he was 2 months old. She is very proactive, punctual, and reliable. My son loves...

- Ted B.

Yesenia R.

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...

- Andre A.

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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