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Doniell W.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Educated, Certified, Experienced And Reliable Nanny Available
2.5
(2)
Hello families! My name is Doniell. I have an absolute passion for children! I have been working with children since I was 10 years old. I started out in my grandmother's child care center & parents' church nursery. I would enjoy reading to the babies and just being a true "mothers helper". This is a time when I was excited to...
Doniell can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
4.0
"While Doniell did not end up working with us, she had a wonderful phone and in-person interview. She met the kids and seemed to "hit it off" with them."
Andrea B.
Tarah K.
Clifton Heights, PA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Mother's Helper And Current Grad Student Seeking The Perfect Fit
5.0
(4)
Hello Families & Parents,
I am an experienced nanny, mother's helper and current grad student seeking weekend and date-night childcare opportunities. I have experience with all ages, but feel especially passionate about working with infants, babies and toddlers!
I'm happy to provide a list of references and a more detailed CV...
Tarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tarah was a fantastic caregiver for my two children. She is very creative and my children enjoyed being with her. She has kind soul and is very nurturing. I would recommend her for any position working with families and children. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi! I have been a mom for 30 years. I love children and I am very patient, kind, caring and fun! I would love to help you with your kids :) I'm available to help as much or as little as you need me. I can watch your kids while you get a coffee with friends, go shopping or need to attend a doctors appointment. Also, I could play...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Jill is not only a friend but I trusted her with the care of my daughter as well. My daughter adored her and loved going on walks, playing games, and coloring with her. She is kind, nurturing and gentle. Her caring nature and creativity make her perfect for...
Jacki B.
Shannon F.
Mount Laurel, NJ
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Shannon I am a fashion design major at Jefferson university in Philadelphia. I will be home for the summer and would love to find a full time nannying job. I have always loved children, started as a mothers helper when I was 12 years old and I am now 21 and have been nannying ever since! I have watched children...
Shannon can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Ryleigh C.
Oaklyn, NJ
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ryleigh . I started my journey in babysitting as a mommy's helper for my neighbor. I have 7 years of experience with kids newborn to 12 years old. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I am a Sophomore studying Inclusive Elementary Education. I currently work part-time at a daycare as an assistant teacher in...
Ryleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ryleigh was a huge help, and we would absolutely hire her again. She was always really quick getting back to us, she was on time and dependable, and she was great with our kids."
Samantha R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Joanna B, I am 21 years old and a senior at Millersville University majoring in Early Childhood Education. I have been babysitting since the seventh grade. I have experience with newborns to elementary aged kids. Last summer I nannied a little girl everyday taking her and picking her up from her camps and...
Joanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Joanna has been babysitting for us for a few months now, starting with 2 kids and most recently 3 kids as we just had another baby. She is great with all ages, very flexible and dependable. I would definitely recommend her!"
Jessica C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Services Offered; Nannying, Mothers Helper.
As a parent, caregiver, and educator I seek to bring mindfulness, playfulness, and teaching to each experience. Montessori based philosophy I seek to teach children practical life skills, emotional intelligence, and community based problem solving skills. Fostering curiosity is...
Sierra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sierra nannied for my 2 yr old daughter up until she turned 3 and started school for the first time, and we were so sad to lose her! She treated my daughter as if she were her own, both in her demeanor and the values she instilled in her. I trusted her completely...
Robyn B.
Alyssa K.
Ardmore, PA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa and I am a 25-year-old physical therapy student. I have 13 years of experience helping families as an after-school helper, a babysitter, a petsitter, and a summer nanny. I also have experience teaching dance classes to children aged 2-13. I can help with housekeeping and running errands. I look forward to...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa was great with my my two kids for the couple summers that she watched them while they were in elementary school. She would drive them to their activities, hang out at the pool with them, arrange other “field trips,” and took care of all their needs. She...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amanda. I want to start by thanking you for taking the time to read my profile. It is very important that we get to know one another in order to provide the best long-term care for your child. My relationship with children started as most do, taking care of my two younger brothers. As I grew up and became more...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have met Amanda for an interview shortly. We had a long talk over the phone first and then we met. She was precise and punctual. I had the feeling she would be a good option and I would have definitely considered her. We decided to try with a woman that was...
Alessandra L.
Pam I.
Clementon, NJ
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a SAHM, with two beautiful kids(7 and 11) I have experience both caring for children in thier homes and also daycare experience. I am looking mainly for date night... occasional... mother's helper gigs. I am willing to negotiate fair pay for safe and comfortable care of your little one/ones. I have experience with...
5.0
"Pam is kind and patient with my son. She is communicative and has been a lifesaver by helping out at the last minute sometimes. My son loves seeing her and we will definitely have her back!"
Lindsay D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kayla. I am 31 years old with extensive nanny & special needs experience with excellent references. I have also been a parents assistant/mothers helper, which primarily included grocery pick up, light cleaning, meal prepping, with little child care involved. I have a 3. 5 y/o son who attends an academy MWF 9-330....
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kayla has been the only person off this page that I have been able to depend on. She comes and picks my kids up and takes them too school for me. She is very polite and on time. My children like her a lot. I just wish she could do after school for me as well. She...
Antoinette J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello & welcome to my profile
My name is Colleen. I have worked with a lovely family in Haddonfield for the past 18 months as a full time Nanny/caregiver/house helper.
The family I currently work with has two energetic, fun boys that I assist with everything from breakfast to bedtime when needed. On the daily I am responsible...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Colleen Is one of the most caring, reliable, people I know. She has been an amazing caregiver for our son. I completely trust her and can't say enough about how much we love her! Our son gets so happy and excited whenever she comes over. I highly recommend her."
Sue D.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I love working in childcare because I am a naturally loving, energetic, and silly person who finds it easy to get along with children. I am extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, and loyal; I always make an effort to form a bond with the child and parents that I work with, proven by the fact that almost all of my babysitting...
Arika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
4.0
"Daughter liked her but I had asked that some light house keeping be done and came home to popcorn on the floor dishes in the sink things that could’ve been picked up and put away left out. Other than that very friendly and her schedule worked great with mine."
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello & thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I have years of experience in child care but my most rewarding job of all has been raising my daughter in this instance I know how challenging it can be to manage the varying needs of children in diverse stages of development. I have the ability to care for children...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"My son absolutely loved her! She is so loving and kind and patient I had no reservations leaving him with her! You can tell she is not just a babysitter/nanny but a mother herself...which for me is really important. They had so much fun together he can't wait to...
Sarah M.
Jane T.
Burlington, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mother Of 3 Grown Kids, 2 Decades Of Experience Caring For Babies Through Age 13. Availability 24/7.
4.9
(15)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Miss Jane.
(FYI I am vaccinated for covid 19 and take all precautions very seriously.!)
I have a lot of experience raising, nurturing, teaching and caring for infants, toddlers, twins as young as 3 months and as old as 4 years old, as well as kids up to age 13. I am experienced at running a household, being a...
Jane can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jane was a great nanny to our daughter! She took care of her from the age of 3 months until about 1 years old. She would bring books and read to her and always played music for her. She also taught her sign language and got her on a great schedule!
Our...
Nicole G.
Hi all! I am a senior at Villanova University with over 10 years of experience babysitting children. I have watched kids anywhere from infants to teenagers and am an expert mother's helper. I can help with anything from errands to your children's homework assignments. My job is to make your life easier!!
Paulina can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
I live a with my husband, 13-year-old son and dog. I am currently working as support for an elementary school. I have 12 years experience working with children and young adults in both regular ed and special education and settings. All of my clearances & background checks are current, and can provide if requested.
I'd love to...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! I am looking for a summer job while I am home from college. I am interested in being a full time nanny, mothers helper, or baby sitter. I have been working with children for quite some time. I have been a camp counselor, a gymnastics, dance, and swim coach, student teacher, and taught an assisted pre-k class my senior...
Sofia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am Sarah D a current college student who has had 5 years or Nanny and Au Pair experience. I love caring for children as well as have great cleaning and organization skills. Growing up in a family with 3 sisters, I understand how adults need help and am glad to help relive some of the stress in their lives.
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Rachel and I am a 22-year-old who recently graduated from Penn State University with a bachelor of science in marketing and plan to work as a buyer for Macy's this upcoming year. I have plenty of experience with kids as I was the head lifeguard for two summers at the Baldwin School and taught swim and took care of...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Elkins Park, PA
Doniell W.
4.0
While Doniell did not end up working with us, she had a wonderful phone and in-person interview. She met the kids and seemed to "hit it off" with them.
- Andrea B.
Tarah K.
5.0
Tarah was a fantastic caregiver for my two children. She is very creative and my children enjoyed being with her. She has kind soul and is very nurturing. I would recommend her for any position working with families and children.
- Care member
Jill K.
5.0
Jill is not only a friend but I trusted her with the care of my daughter as well. My daughter adored her and loved going on walks, playing games, and coloring with her. She is kind, nurturing and gentle. Her caring nature and creativity make her perfect for childcare. You child/children will be in...
- Jacki B.
Ryleigh C.
5.0
Our girls absolutely love Ryleigh and are excited every time she comes over. We couldn’t be happier we found her!
- Care member
Joanna B.
5.0
Joanna has been babysitting for us for a few months now, starting with 2 kids and most recently 3 kids as we just had another baby. She is great with all ages, very flexible and dependable. I would definitely recommend her!
- Jessica C.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Elkins Park, PA?
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.
How can I find mother’s helpers near me in Elkins Park, PA?
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 Elkins Park, PA. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.
How much does it cost to hire a mother’s helper near me in Elkins Park, PA in May, 2024?
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 $20.00.