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Stefanie I.

Nanny/Babysitter/Mommy's Helper

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a mom of a 14-month-old, as well as a licensed clinical therapist. I recently found out I am pregnant again and due in April. I've decided to stay home with my baby at this time. I have an extensive history of nannying and babysitting kids ages 1-13, as well as experience working in the elementary and middle school setting...
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Greta S.

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Greta and I am a soon-to-be sophomore in college and available for babysitting, pet-sitting, and/or mother's helper for the summer! I have 2 years of babysitting experience as well as CPR and First-Aid certifications. I would be happy to help out so feel free to reach out!
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Charlotte M.

Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Charlotte. A little bit about me-I started as a mother's helper when I was 11 years old, and since then, have been working with children. I babysat up until college and then after receiving a bachelors degree in art education at the University of Vermont, I became a Lead Teacher for the Infant/toddler program.

Anna W. says "Charlotte is a warm, silly and enthusiastic teacher. I have had the honor of working with her as her assistant teacher. Charlotte knows how to bring a...

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Lauren S.

Somerville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
36-year-old professional in Somerville. Laid off from my corporate gig in the spring, taking a bit of a pivot and gotten back into childcare. In my previous life I considered myself an Operations guru, but currently enjoying the title of kid entertainer/wrangler/friend. Started as a mother's helper at 10, babysat all through...

Tiffany K. says "Lauren took care of my two young, energetic sons early morning and after school, including dropoff and pickup. She bonded so easily with the boys and...

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Danielle R.

Part-Time Babysitter Or Private Tutor

Morristown, NJ

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I started babysitting when I was 13 years old and prior to that was a mother's helper for several years. I have watched children as young as 6 months old to kids as old as 13. I change diapers, feed the kids, clean up any messes made, play with them, and make sure they have everything they need. I am an experienced yet fun and...
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Abriel B.

Warren, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm passionate about caring for children, and I've dedicated the last seven years to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for kids of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and highly creative, which helps me connect with children and develop fun and educational activities. I believe in working closely with parents to...
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Leidy A.

Parents Helper!

Somerville, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a a positive and trustworthy care giver with over 20 years experience. I am hands on and happy to assist with any help needed, laundry, house cleaning.. you name it! Being around children has always brought me joy. I hope I can become the helper your family needs!
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Devan C.

Nanny

Morristown, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi everyone, my names Devan:) I am 23 years old and currently in nursing school looking for some nannying or babysitting opportunities on the side. I have just relocated to the Bridgewater area and am excited to meet new families! I am CPR and first aid certified. I have over 10 years experience and have worked in daycares in...
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Warissara M.

Fun Sitter And Like To Read The Story

Morristown, NJ

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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi My name is Warissara I'm 29 Years old. I'm looking for full time position start in July 2025 - I have over 6 years experiences with newborn baby, toddler, teenager and also experienced with twins. Arts and crafts, kids meals, bottle feed, baths, read, naps, set up play dates, outdoor activities, kids laundry, light...
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Mireya G.

Parents Helper

Raritan, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
My name is Mireya and I am a caring, reliable, and responsible person. As a mother of a beautiful daughter, I truly love working with young children especially helping them teach and grow. I have experienced it and know how to handle working with infants and toddlers. In my past I have worked with a 10-month-old baby and a...
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Laura B.

Caregiver Available

Morristown, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a 3rd grade teacher back at school. I have extensive experience working with children. I began working as a mother's helper at age 11 and began babysitting in middle school, continuing into high school and college. In addition, I have worked as a tutor for students aged primary and elementary. During the summer, I have...
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Arianna M.

Part-time Babysitter

Madison, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
Hello! My name is Arianna and I am going to be a sophomore at Drew University, majoring in Media Communications and minoring in Business Marketing. I have been working with children since I was 15 years old and have experience working with children from as young as a few weeks old all the way up through middle school. I have my...
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Renee R.

Morning Helper

Wharton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! my name is Renee, I am reliable, organized and a non-smoker that loves taking care children of all ages. I have extensive experience and can assure you I will take care of your child as if my own. I am presently a full-time nanny/house manager for a wonderful family (please see my weekend availability schedule) I will do...

Erin K. says "Renee is so great! She is so natural with our baby and can easily soothe and comfort her. I was very nervous leaving our baby the first few times but Renee...

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Maggi D.

Great With Kids

Flemington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I have been working with newborn/toddlers to pre-teen for 12 years now. I was a babysitter/mothers helper when I was 12. I have worked at two day cares before. I worked with the infants 6 weeks-15 months. I was a full time nanny with two amazing family's. One for five years. The other for 4 years. I love kids that's...

Alison H. says "Maggi is a very responsible young lady and is excellent with children."

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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...

Jonaliza C. says "Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates...

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Christine P.

Creative & Engaged Caretaker Provides Learning And Laughter

Wharton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have over 18 years experience with childcare, starting as a mother's helper at 11 years old, becoming a sought-after babysitter through my teen years, nannying in college, watching friends' and family's children, and recent experience as a full-time nanny. I have CPR and First Aid training for children and infants. I worked...

Shawn C. says "CeeCee is absolutely amazing with our twin toddlers. She has endless energy and patience, she's creative with activities and super sweet in all her...

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Robin G.

Fun & Reliable Nanny / Babysitter / Mother's Helper

Pine Brook, NJ

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have several years of experience working with children in various spaces. I have also worked w/ children on the spectrum. I am an honest, patient, creative & organized childcare professional. I incorporate age-appropriate activities such as tummy time, reading, music, sensory & cognitive play as substitutes for screen-time....

Amarylis B. says "Robin is so warm and kind - our toddler took to her right away! She's clearly very experienced and comfortable around children. We're so glad to have...

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Sharon C.

Mother's Helper.

Carteret, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
I am available as a mother helper. In this busy climate working and juggling a family is very stressful. I can provide an extra hand whenever it's needed.

Kisha P. says "Sharon is reliable and responsible. Not only did she watch my son she also helped around the house. My family enjoyed. I plan on hiring her again."

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Jenna S.

Skillman, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am 29 years old and just graduated from Arcadia University with a degree in Psychology and a focus on child art therapy. I have been babysitting children ages 1/2 year to 16 years old, for the past 14 years. I started as a mother's helper in my early teenage years. I love children and love to teach them, help them and watch...

Norman G. says "Jenna is a very responsible person. She has lots of energy & great communication skills. She works quickly and knows how to get stuff done. We would...

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Taryya E.

Here To Help You And Your Family!

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi families! My name is Taryya, I am 23 years old and I am looking for a short-term, Monday-Thursday nanny job. I have 4 years experience as a nanny and 5 years as a babysitter. I also have experience as a teacher's assistant, personal assistant, and mother's helper. I have worked with ages ranging from 3 months to 13 years old....

Tyesha P. says "Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do. My son is special needs and...

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

  • The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of June 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Basking Ridge, NJ

Mother's Helpers in Basking Ridge, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Charlotte M.

Charlotte is a warm, silly and enthusiastic teacher. I have had the honor of working with her as her assistant teacher. Charlotte knows how...

- Anna W.

Lauren S.

Lauren took care of my two young, energetic sons early morning and after school, including dropoff and pickup. She bonded so easily with...

- Tiffany K.

Renee R.

Renee is so great! She is so natural with our baby and can easily soothe and comfort her. I was very nervous leaving our baby the first few...

- Erin K.

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 2 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 Basking Ridge, NJ. 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 $22.50.

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