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Hope R.

Babysitter/Mommy Helper

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi!! I have years of babysitting experience with kids of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. I'm known for being patient, reliable, and creative, ensuring your child/children have a fun and safe time while you're away. I have a car and am willing to drive to any places needed. I look forward to meeting your family and...
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Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
I am a college student at the University of South Carolina! I have 2 years of experience being an after school helper for 2nd graders and have my own transportation!
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The Sitter That Does It All!

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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Hi everyone! My name is Charity and I am a rising sophomore at Queens University of Charlotte! At school I am a double major of engineering physics and conservation biology. I am also apart of the competitive dance team. In Charlotte I work as a house manager/nanny (laundry, dishes, walking dog, cooking, tidying house,...
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Fun And Experienced College Sitter

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I grew up in a large family with 5 siblings, so I consider myself to be a second mother to my younger siblings because I have been very involved in caring for them. I started as a mother's helper for two of my neighbors when I was 12. Since then, I have worked for upwards of probably 20 families, with a range of different ages....
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Professional Sitter And Tutor!

Irmo, SC

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Viviana; I have over 14 years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade schools. I cared for three grade-schoolers and was a mom's helper for four years. Before, I cared for two kids, 18 months and 6 years old, for a beautiful family in Valley Stream. I was a full-time live-in...

Jana R. says "Viviana is amazing with my two boys 4years and 16 months. After moving here from Canada and not knowing anyone in the area it was nerve wracking to hire...

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Retired Preschool/ After School Teacher

Lexington, SC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Preschool teacher for 25+ yrs 10+ yrs infant/ school- age A. A. Child Development B. S. in Sociology Master's in Family/ Human Development CPR/ First Aid certified Basic tutor/ homework assistance/homeschooling. Mother's helper duties: light house keeping, laundry, meal prep. Love pets! I LOVE being a nanny! I am big into...

Leigh B. says "Christina was early and kept my granddaughter for a few hours for a date night. She is very engaging and the child absolutely enjoyed her time with...

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I Have Much Experience Working With Infants And Toddlers. I Genuinely Love Working With Young Kids.

Elgin, SC

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Nitaejha but you can also call me Tae for short. I am a 22-year-old college student working to get my BSN. I've been a nanny/babysitter with 6+ years experience. I've always had a passion when it came to caring for kids and it became my part of my daily life. My background caring for infants, toddlers, and youth...
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Reliable Babysitter/Nanny/Mother's Helper/CNA With CPR/BLS!! With References!! Lexington Area!!

Lexington, SC

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi families!! I am currently looking for occasional date nights/weekend babysitting opportunities as well as being a Mother's Helper and help with tasks such as cleaning and organizing!! I have the pleasure of working as a nanny for a great family during the Summer but I am looking for more opportunities on the weekends and...

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

  • The average post rate is $17.50/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 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 Columbia, SC. 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 $17.50.

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