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Marla B.

Professional Nanny/Mother-helper

Dorchester Center, MA

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
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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Summer Babysitter/Nanny

Mattapan, MA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Ashley. I have worked about every kind of childcare position; from special needs care, to infants, overnight/travel care, house manager, and a friend to the parents. You need it I am on it! I worked as a mother's helper from ages 9-11 years old and then began babysitting at the age of 12. I have extensive...

Blake S. says "Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so...

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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love taking care of children. I have 2 children of my own. I've taken care of newborns to 12 years old. I've had experience and I also have volunteered in my children's school as a teacher classroom's helper. I'm responsible, caring and a hardworking woman.

Care Member says "I was her CPR AND FIRST TRAINER and she was able to complete the training without difficulty."

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Happy, Creative Care

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I love spending time with kids, learning and growing with them! I've been taking care of children since I was old enough to be a "mother's helper." I've worked as a violin and swimming instructor for kids. My most recent position was as a therapeutic mentor for youth, and therapeutic support for in-home family therapy. For two...

Sumedha B. says "Alex is kind, caring and hard working, she bonded with my baby on day one. She is very easy to work with and open minded. When the baby napped Alex...

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Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I recently moved to Massachusetts this past summer after graduating with a B. A in psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Originally from New Jersey, I have been working with children for around 10 years. I have been an official babysitter/nanny/mother's helper for around 8 years. I moved to...

Chase M. says "Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again."

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Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Are you looking for a fun, loving, and responsible care giver for your kids? Well look no further! Hi I'm Honey! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 12 years old! (crazy right). I grew up around my younger siblings so I learned many valuable...

Jessica K. says "We hired Jalynn as a full time nanny for our 6 kids over 3 years ago and she was with us for about 2 1/2 years. The only reason she stopped working for...

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Part-Time Cargiver/Nanny/Baby Sitter/Household Care Helper

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I am a current junior at Boston University studying International Business and Spanish. I love outdoors, reading, learning languages, crafting and cooking! I am very laid back and patient and have a lot of babysitting experience. I am comfortable with any housekeeping, tutoring or meal prepping needs you may request!
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Chelsea, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I've been watching young children since I was 12 years old, starting as a mother's helper and eventually starting to babysit all through high school and college. I have been a nanny for several families, one with 4 children under the age of 6 years old. I am comfortable with all ages, including infants.
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Energetic Sitter And Explorer!

Boston, MA

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi my name is Elizabeth H, I am a positive and energetic freshman at Northeastern University. I have 6 years of experience working with children, working with ages 2 to 9. I have experience as a mothers helper, babysitter, swim/sailing instructor, and camp counselor. I am the oldest of four kids and love children. I am very...
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Somerville, MA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 40 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Shinelle. I'm originally from the Caribbean and have lived in Massachusetts for 20 years. I come from a large, close-knit family and have helped raise several nieces, nephews, and cousins from birth through elementary school. I've also worked as a nanny, babysitter, and mother's helper for over 10 years. I love caring...
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Boston, MA

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Arianna! I'm a very friendly, positive, energetic person who has cared for children of all ages from toddler to teen. I have a lot of experience in babysitting as I have sat for many different families. I also teach piano lessons, am a teachers helper at an elementary school, and studying to become at teacher; so I would...
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Somerville, MA

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Kind, incredibly patient, warm, and always punctual caregiver with 10+ years paid experience caring for children old. I started off as a mother's helper for a toddler playgroup when I was 13 years old and have enjoyed taking care of children for different families since then. I have experience watching infants as well as...
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Boston, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 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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Sitter/Nanny Who Loves Spending Time With Kids

Cambridge, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
Hello! My name is Mar (they/them). I've been taking care of kids since I was a mother's helper at age 9. It's important to me to meet kids wherever they are and follow their lead with what they're interested in and comfortable with. I like to cook and can help with meals. I have a driver's license and my own car.
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Part Time Nanny/Babysitter

Norwood, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
I am a 28-year-old nurse. I have 8+ years experience with mothers helper and babysitting, and have taken care of children from newborn to 12 years old. I have my own transportation so I am willing to take children to parks, camp, school, or anywhere they need to go. I enjoy doing arts and crafts, playing outside, and going on...
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Somerville, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Julia and I've been working with kids of all ages for over 5 years as a babysitter, coach, and camp counselor. I'm currently studying Child Development and Psychology and hope to go into the field of education in the future. I truly love spending time with kids and immersing myself in their games, activities, and...
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Experianced Infant Nanny/Caregiver

Dedham, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Dear Family, My name is Sarah. I am a Bostonian born and bred. I am 31 years old and have a BA in Psych with a minor in English and am currently pursuing a Masters in Theology. I have extensive experience working with infants and young children. I started working with children when I was around 12 or 13 as a mother's helper and...
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Cambridge, MA

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Farjana. I live on Rindge Ave, Cambridge. I am looking for work nearby (no car). Available 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Experience: 3 years babysitting, cooking, house cleaning 3 months restaurant work (kitchen helper, dishwashing, cutting vegetables) Languages: Hindi, Gujarati (little English) Background: Muslim...
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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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Claire H.'s Photo

Watertown, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Claire. I am 23 years old and just moved to the Newton area. Before the move I was a substitute and then associate teacher at University Now Day Care in Princeton, NJ for three years. I have also worked at the Boys and Girls club in Geneva NY helping kids ages 5 to 14 as an English tutor . In college I minored in...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Dorchester Center, MA

Mother's Helpers in Dorchester Center, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Ashley B.

Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were...

- Blake S.

Karlis F.

I was her CPR AND FIRST TRAINER and she was able to complete the training without difficulty.

- Care member

Alexandra S.

Alex is kind, caring and hard working, she bonded with my baby on day one. She is very easy to work with and open minded. When the baby...

- Sumedha B.

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 Dorchester Center, 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 $30.00.

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