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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I'm Leticia, 31 yo, Brazilian and I have college degree! I have more than 5 years experience with kids from 3mo to 12yo. I have always loved to be around kids and take care of them! I also take care of dogs and I love to see how they interact with children! Here, I was trained and had the experience living with children!...

Jessica P. says "Leticia would be a great addition to your family! She helped take care of our children for about 15 months. Our children love her dearly and still ask...

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Sewaren, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Shalayne. I am a 38-year-old woman who has been around kids for all of my life. Growing up with 4 younger siblings, I was pretty much my mother's helper with everything. I have been in the child care business for the better side of 20 years working with ages from infant to 20 years old. I was also a preschool...

Care Member says "Shalayne is a dedicated and a giving person with children. She goes above and beyond. She also has great communication with parents, which is very...

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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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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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Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi I'm Ariel and I'm 32years old, and I have been taking care of kids for the majority of my life. Coming from a big family, I've taken care of many of my younger family members, and I have professionally worked at a daycare center, Ben S. Daycare Center in Montclair, for all four years of my college education. I am currently...

Christal L. says "Ariel has been an excellent, caring baby sitter for my 4 children the last 7 years. She is patient and kind while being stern and firm. Recently, I was...

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Mother's Helper.

Carteret, NJ

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.
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A Parents Helper

Morris Plains, NJ

from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my names Isabella, I'm 20 years old and am currently going to school at Rutgers and am studying psychology. I have experience with children ages 6 months to 12 years old. I can prepare meals, clean, change diapers, put the kids to bed, and have the ability to create fun and engaging activities.
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A Dominican Happy Girl

Elizabeth, NJ

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello!! I am 28 years old. I'm interested on the job, I have more than 3 years of experience as nanny. I'm very Communicative, flexible, patient, honest, dedicated, empathetic, social, respectful, and independent person, I am very easy to get along with and responsible. Strong driver - NJ and MD driver license....
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Compassionate And Trustworthy Caregiver And Housekeeper

Flanders, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Abbey, a reliable and caring helper offering childcare, senior care, pet sitting, and house keeping. I'm patient, trustworthy, and love supporting families in any way I can. Whether it's care for loved ones or keeping your home in order, I'm here to help!
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Mom-Helper-Babysitter-Pet Sitter-Elderly Care-Extraordinaire

Metuchen, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Melynda and I am a wonderfully happy, outgoing, kind and personable. I am looking for work as a mothers helper, babysitter, elderly care helper, errand runner, date night sitter, grocery shopper, etc. I have a full time job but need extra income, so am willing to help out as needed on nights or weekends. I love people...
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Exciting And Outgoing Sitter And Helper!

Kenilworth, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Samantha, a 24-year-old experienced nanny with over 8 years of childcare experience and a deep passion for working with children. I'm CPR/BLS certified and currently work in a hospital setting, which has only strengthened my skills in safety, organization, and attentiveness. Over the years, I've worked with children of...
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Friendly Sitter.

Dover, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
I have four year half of formal babysitting experience working with a family as their mother's helper, I was responsible for taking care of both their newborn and their 3-year-old toddler, as well as some light house chores and family management tasks. I also have six cousins ranging ages 2-10 that I have babysat for many time...
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Woodbridge, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Linda and mom of two successful young women. I lost my job in March and decided to be a Nanny/Mother's helper. I have over 30 years of experience in caring for children of all ages. Love assisting children reach developmental milestones via reading, games, puzzles, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, etc. Willing to...
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Ready For Care!

Union, NJ

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello, I hope this message finds you well. My name is Assumpta Ada, and I am writing to express my interest in becoming a house helper for your family. I believe my background and skills make me a great fit for the role, and I would love the opportunity to contribute to your household. I recently completed my didactic studies...
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Maplewood, NJ

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as I am like a big kid. I like working with kids because Because they come out with different games and ideas and lot of their imagination I'm looking for a job that I can be a big kid I started working with kids when I was 18 or 19 don't remember maybe younger cause I had family I knew while I...
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About Me!!

New Brunswick, NJ

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$18/hr
7 years experience
I am a Red Cross certified babysitter, CPR certified, and have almost 10 years of childcare experience. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, reliable, and kind I like working with kids because of their ability to find joy and beauty in the most simple things I'm looking for a job that fosters growth, encourages a positive...
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Short Hills, NJ

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Proactive and dedicated nanny/assistant with 7 years of experience seeking to obtain a full time position where I can utilize my education, childcare knowledge, background and skills. I am dependable, flexible and can assimilating into a family culture. As a Mom's helper I can assure that your everyday routine and the kids are...
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Farieda The Sitter

East Orange, NJ

1.0(0)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Heyy My name is Farieda and I am 27 years old. I am looking for a morning, weekend, or overnight position. I work full time as a dental assistant in Montclair and I am also a full time student. I enjoy cooking, arts and craft, reading, taking long walks, baking, sunny and windy days outside, watching pg movies, coloring, and...
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Bubbly, Energetic Sitter!

Califon, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hi, my name is Emily! Growing up in a family of four children, I have had a lot of experience around other children of all ages. I have been a sitter for roughly four years but always a mother's helper! I love working with children, as I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in education. I have enjoyed working with children...
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Long Valley, NJ

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello All! My name is Rachel and I'm located in Long Valley. I have 6 years of babysitting/ mother's helper experience and I am looking for a babysitting opportunity for anyone who needs help at night or even before school. I am currently a student at CCM in the Pre-Social Work Program which I'm very excited about!! I'm great...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of October 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

Alissa W.

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

- Jonaliza C.

Leticia M.

Leticia would be a great addition to your family! She helped take care of our children for about 15 months. Our children love her dearly and...

- Jessica P.

Shalayne V.

Shalayne is a dedicated and a giving person with children. She goes above and beyond. She also has great communication with parents, which...

- Care member

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 1 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 $25.00.

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