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Karen F.

Friendly Sitter.

Dover, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Christine P.

Creative & Engaged Caretaker Provides Learning And Laughter

Wharton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Leticia M.

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Renee R.

Morning Helper

Wharton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! my name is Renee, I am reliable, organized and a non-smoker that loves taking care children of all ages. I have extensive experience and can assure you I will take care of your child as if my own. I am presently a full-time nanny/house manager for a wonderful family (please see my weekend availability schedule) I will do...

Erin K. says "Renee is so great! She is so natural with our baby and can easily soothe and comfort her. I was very nervous leaving our baby the first few times but Renee...

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Deanna M.

Sparta, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm very enthusiastic about childcare! I have 5 years of experience babysitting/ nannying and I am a second grade inclusion teacher with lots of spunk. I loveeeee arts and crafts and spending time outside. I'm high energy and have a positive attitude. I have my own transportation. Whether you need a date night sitter, homework...

Angelyn D. says "Deanna is such a sweet kindhearted person and good at what she does. The care she has for children really shows when she works. She was very responsive...

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Micaela A.

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

2.0(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Micaela. I am a public elementary music teacher in Morris County. I love to play music and anything to do with the arts. I started out as a mother's helper at about 15 with family and very quickly decided to pursue babysitting as a job and it has been a great experience I have nearly 10 years experience...
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Marigrace C.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Sparta, NJ

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have babysat for numerous neighbors, family friends, and family members since the age of 13. I have done bath time, play time, and feeding time with ages ranged from 4 months to 13 years old. In addition, I always do my best to clean up the toys, dishes, and play areas before I leave. I love being outside, and am definitely...
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Emma W.

Denville, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I love working with children! I have worked with children, going back to being a "mother's helper" when I was 10. I have experience working with all children, including children with chronic illness, special needs, disabilities, and IEPs. I worked for 3 years as a paraprofessional for the Chatham school district. I have also...
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Natalie F.

Boonton, NJ

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I enjoy watching children. I started being a mothers helper when I was about 13 for three kids. I have 13 younger cousins that I have so much fun playing with. I am thinking about going into the teaching career for younger children because I do enjoy playing with them and I get along good with all ages.
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Jennifer H.

Highly Experienced Part-Time Babysitter

Randolph, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have worked with children for 25 years: - mother's helper/babysitter in high school - nanny throughout college and beyond - elementary school teacher for the last 8 years I have experience working with infants up to 15 years of age Responsibilities have included: Pick up from school/activities/vacation homes Light meal...
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Lucy S.

Baby Whisperer

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there!!! Thank you so much for viewing my profile. My name is Lucy. When I was younger, I was a mothers helper for a couple of families and it gradually turned into babysitting when I was just 12. I currently still babysit for these families one of whom has 5 children including a newborn, a toddler and an autistic child. I am...

Jessica F. says "Lucy is AMAZING!!! I hired her to pick up my two children and take them to aftercare at a nearby daycare facility. I couldn't be happier with her...

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Emily C.

About Emily

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I studied child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work (I've not yet finished my degree but plan to part-time/ online in the Fall of 2025 or spring of 26). I am going to be transferring to a university that has a BSW program so that my masters will only take a year. I...

Manasi C. says "She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in...

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Charlotte M.

Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Charlotte. A little bit about me-I started as a mother's helper when I was 11 years old, and since then, have been working with children. I babysat up until college and then after receiving a bachelors degree in art education at the University of Vermont, I became a Lead Teacher for the Infant/toddler program.

Anna W. says "Charlotte is a warm, silly and enthusiastic teacher. I have had the honor of working with her as her assistant teacher. Charlotte knows how to bring a...

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Rachel B.

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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Vanessza M.

Summit, NJ

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Vanessza originally from Hungary and currently living in Summit, NJ as an au pair. I have 3000 hours of childcare experience, both at home and abroad, and I truly enjoy spending time with kids. I'm responsible, patient, and love creating a positive, fun environment through crafts, outdoor activities, and learning...
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Tracy F.

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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Allison P.

Summit, NJ

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a college student always ready to work, improve myself, and my skills daily. I am eager to learn new things around me and I have always been really good with children. I have two younger siblings who I helped my parents raise, so you can say I have experience with kids. I have also had many babysitting jobs and mommy helper...
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Delaney B.

Kind And Energetic Sitter With Years Of Experience

Cedar Grove, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
My name is Delaney and I am currently seeking a part time position preferably Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. I love being outdoors and doing fun activities. I am comfortable with meal prep, homework help, and light tidying up. I have a background in first aid and CPR as I previously attended nursing school before changing...
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Laura B.

Morristown, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a 3rd grade teacher. I have extensive experience working with children. I began working as a mother's helper at age 11 and began babysitting in middle school, continuing into high school and college. In addition, I have worked as a tutor for students aged primary and elementary. During the summer, I have worked as a camp...
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Emma M.

New Providence, NJ

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Emma and I work at a Childcare Center as the lead teacher of Toddlers located in New Providence! I would love to bring some helpful and reliable evening services to a welcoming family. Most of my day is devoted to my duties at the center, so my availability is limited. If you're looking for a mother's helper a...
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  • 45 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Dover, NJ

Mother's Helpers in Dover, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 45 listed mother's helpers

Christine P.

CeeCee is absolutely amazing with our twin toddlers. She has endless energy and patience, she's creative with activities and super sweet in...

- Shawn 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.

Renee R.

Renee is so great! She is so natural with our baby and can easily soothe and comfort her. I was very nervous leaving our baby the first few...

- Erin K.

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 Dover, 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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