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Melinda R.

Canby, OR

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My background in childcare ranges from raising my own 2 children ages 26 & 22 to now helping watch my grandson who is 13 months old, I have also worked for the school system as a nurse helper for 6 years. I love the beauty that Mildred possesses of the simple life.
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Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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Hi there! I am a middle-aged woman, raised two children and have had 12 years of behavioral specialist work in the military. Experienced with all facets of childcare and household management, schedules, errands, crafting and such. I love to interact with children on behalf of their parents! Am experienced caring for household...
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Positive Sitter And Homework Helper!

Wilsonville, OR

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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Hello! My name is Abi and I am an incoming freshman at Portland State University where I plan on pursuing a career in teaching. I have volunteered in childcare at my church for eight years (ages 3-5), work as an entertainer for children's parties, and have loved being a sitter for the past couple of years. I was on the honor...
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Oregon City, OR

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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I started as a mothers helper at the age of 10 and have cared for children now for over 30 years. I absolutely love watching children learn and grow. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, patient and compassionate. I like working with kids because their love for life and learning is amazing to be around. I started...

Care Member says "Erin and her team clean our house every 3 weeks. When scheduling, she communicates in plenty of time. When we have needed to change a date, she has been...

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Mom Helper

Newberg, OR

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
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I am a mom of two kids who are growing up way too fast! I have had the pleasure of home schooling both kids the past three years, but now that they are both heading back to school I have found myself with more time on my hands. I have been a stay at home mom, a part time working mom, and a full time working mom. I am well aware...

Mason H. says "We have loved trusting our kids with Caleen and she has been a blessing to our family, not to mention our kids love her!"

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Portland, OR

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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I'm a new college graduate from the University of Oregon with extensive background in childcare. I'm great at multitasking, communicating clearly and staying organized. I am about to move out of Eugene where I have been nannying for multiple families. For the past 1. 5 years I have been caring for a 1 yr old and a 3 yr old. I've...
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Nanny Available

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello, my name is Elizabeth and I don't really have much experience as a Nanny except a few years ago when I worked as live in helper to a family with a child with HDHD. Even thought I don't have experience as a Nanny, I do have experience with Early Childhood Education as in the past 7 to 8 years I been working as a Teacher in...
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Newberg, OR

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm Kaytlin! I'm a clinical psychology graduate student, and I love helping people. I am caring, compassionate, and patient, and I've worked with children for years both in my church nursery and with individual families. I am also a therapist who works with adolescents and adults. I am on the quieter side but will be a...
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Cheerful Caretaker For Elders Or Youngers

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
As the oldest in my generation of our family, I was gifted the opportunity to become a mother's helper early on in life. I've raised three incredible children of my own, and always felt most comfortable nurturing babies and caring for children. As a midwife, I've continued my education and exposure has been rich with a variety...
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Hi There! My Name Is Shayne. Lets Help Your Little Ones Learn And Grow Together!

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
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I have 4 years of experience between the ages of 1. 5-13. I was a live-in mommy's-helper for two years, assisting her with her 7 and 13yo. Both are neuro divergent, the 13yo struggles with major mental and physical health issues. I nannied a 2yo who also experiences some health issues, so I am well versed with children who need...
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Portland, OR

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$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
My journey as a caregiver started 20 years ago, (mother's helper) as I'm now 33. I have had single child, multiple child, as well as nanny shares gigs. These included: weekend/vacation -24/7 sitting, both full and part time nanny, date night, morning/aftercare. I am open to requests. I appreciate the personal aspects of working...
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Babysitter/Helper

Portland, OR

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$35/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
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Hello! My name is Alexis and I am a college graduate from Oregon State University who will be attending Physical Therapy school in the near future. I have been a babysitter/helper for families for over 4 years. I have been caring for and still care for the same kids since I started my babysitting gig. I am looking to expand my...
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Portland, OR

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi! My Name is Lucy C. I'm from Oakland, California and I currently live up in Portland with my three roommates (my best friend, bearded dragon, and pet pigeon) while I attend Lewis & Clark College. I plan on majoring in Bio and minoring in Neuroscience and Middle East studies! This summer I sat for a few families and built a...
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Oregon City, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
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I am a senior pre-med student at University of Portland, and I am looking for some work during my winter break and Spring semester. I was a mother's helper when I was 11, and I got babysitter certified at the age of 13 and I have been practicing ever since, which gives me more than 10 years of experience. I can do many tasks...
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Babysitter & Household Helper

Lake Oswego, OR

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lili, I'm a 22-year-old college grad with lots of childcare experience. I love being a sitter/nanny because I absolutely adore kids (& babies). I've been babysitting for about 10 years, worked at an elementary school for four, and then I switched to the daycare campus for a couple years. I am CPR and First-aid...

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm an upbeat, experienced sitter with 10 years of experience as a mother's helper and eight as a solo sitter. My current day job is with local after school theater program Portland Drama Club, where I work primarily with the K-1st theater fun class and 1st-5th musical production classes. I look forward to meeting you!

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Rocki! I have grown up babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and working in after school programs. I am new to Portland and am hoping to find a family that needs a dedicated helper. I have a certificate in School Age Care from the University Of Wisconsin. I am also first- aid and CPR certified. I'd describe...

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

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of June 2025

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 Canby, OR. 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 $16.00.

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