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Caleigh H.

South Boston, MA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, I am Caleigh from South Boston! In the fall I will be entering my second year as a full time student at State University studying Elementary Education and Childhood developmental Studies. I have been working with South Boston kids for almost 7 years now. I worked as a dance teacher at Miss L's School of dance, Tynan...
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Boston, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
For about 10 years beginning as a mothers helper, I've found immense joy in supporting families through childcare. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my passion for creating a nurturing and reliable environment for children. I'm patient, calm, friendly, and approachable, always following your lead when it comes to...
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Fun, Outgoing, Loves Kids!

Arlington, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi, I am a 20-year-old college student at Fairfield University. I am currently a junior studying psychology with a minor in education and health studies. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and volunteered at my local pre school during high school. During the summers I work as a preschool teacher. I am available as a date...
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Babysitter/Mother's Helper

South Boston, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 26 and I have been babysitting since I was about 15 years old. I've done all sorts of jobs whether it be just date nights or the occasional morning/afternoon when parents need coverage to go run errands or just get a little break for some self-care, or part-time jobs when I would babysit 3-4 times a...
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Professional Nanny/Mother-helper

Dorchester Center, MA

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I have dedicated over 30 years to nurturing and educating young children, and I truly love being a sitter because it allows me to make a positive impact on their early development. Watching children grow, learn, and achieve milestones brings me immense joy and fulfillment. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating...
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Boston, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been babysitting since freshman year of high school and I have always worked well with kids of all ages :). I have experience working with multiple children, children with special needs, and I am also a homework helper. I was a sleep away summer camp counselor in 2019 and worked with all ages as well!
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Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I started as a mother's helper at 11 and started babysitting from there. I have babysat kids from infant to pre teens. I have worked with kids who have several different special needs. I have worked a day camps as head counselor. Taking care of 40+ kids ranging from the age of 4-12. After that I worked for another camp called...
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Kind And Caring Mother's Helper Available!

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I have many years of experience baby-sitting children of all ages, including care of my 2-year-old niece and 3-week-old nephew. I am kind, nurturing and positive. I also have five years of experience as an Assistant Dance Teacher working with children ages four through 15.
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West Roxbury, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm born and raised in West Roxbury and work in healthcare management at a Boston hospital. I have experience as a preschool teacher, completing Early Childhood Education coursework, CPR, and First Aid training. My passion for childcare began at age 9 as a mother's helper and grew through years of babysitting-many families...
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Junior At Boston University Looking To Help Out With Kids, Pets, And Every/any Activities!!!

Allston, MA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
I babysit for many families in my home town and I'm looking to do the same in my current living area! I am currently a senior at Boston University and am looking for some part time work in an area I do the best in which is child care! As soon as I was old enough I began caring for my younger brother and babysitting for many...
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Mommy Helper

Waltham, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
My experience with children's started when I was 15yo and started babysit a adorable little boy for a year to help his mom who was suffering with postpartum depression. I have 2 kids, a 18 yo girl and 13 yo boy my most important experience with kids is be a divorced mom with 2 kids, plus babysit for few years.
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Child Care Provider

Boston, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Rachel! I read your job post and wanted to reach out! I live in Charlestown and work full-time in East Cambridge. I am currently seeking occasional babysitting opportunities, whether for date nights, family helper roles, or weekend sitting. A little bit about me: I have 10+ years of babysitting experience....
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Babysitter

Needham, MA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Julia D and I am a Junior at Hofstra University studying music education. In my free time, I make music and try to fill my life with as much art as possible. I am an education major firstly because I love being able to influence others' lives and communicate a subject that I care deeply about; teaching is...
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Revere, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi families! My name is Beth, and I'm a fun-loving, cookie-baking, arts-and-crafts-making nanny with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. While attending school, I spent four years as a teacher's helper in a preschool classroom and completed multiple early childhood education courses. After graduation,...
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Patient And Proactive Sitter

Malden, MA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
This is a mother and daughter profile. We're Brazilian and have been in the US for two years. Here're some facts about us: Hi - My name is Vanessa. I am graduated in social communication. My first tongue is Portuguese and I'm taking English classes. I am very organized and good at taking care of others. I'm also currently...
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Brookline, MA

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$15/hr
Hi! Ever since I was 13 years old I have loved children, I started as a mother s helper and eventually became a nanny for many families during my teenage to early twenties. I continued to babysit while I completed my two bachelors degrees, speech pathology and Nursing. Currently, I am working as a full time RN at Mass General...
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Child Care

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've been working with children, professionally, for 10 years but have experience going back to my middle school days, when I began as a mother's helper, caring for twins. I always knew that caring for children would be my life's work, even from that young age. When I completed high school, I went on to earn my Associate's...
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Caretaker And Mothers Helper

Woburn, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been taking care of children since I was 12. I am now 31 and can't count how many children I have taken care of over the years. I have experience with twins, newborns, and preteens. I also coach volleyball to girls between the ages of 9 and 12. I have taken care of 4 children at once, youngest being a newborn and oldest...
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Experienced Babysitter And Nanny

Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
With me, I can make sure your children are safe, comfortable and having a good time! As a reliable babysitter, I will always put the needs of your children first. I started off being a mother's helper when I was very young, worked in a daycare in high school, babysat/nannied through college, and am now picking up babysitting...

Care Member says "Tess was wonderful! Took great care of our 1.5 yr old, played with him for hours! Definitely recommend! "

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

  • The average post rate is $28.75/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 5.0

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 4 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 Cambridge, MA. 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 $28.75.

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