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Julie N.

Evanston, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, there. I arrived in the US as a fully trained British nanny and housekeeper. My first post was nanny to a newborn, then two toddlers. I companion cared for a senior gentleman, a challenged teen, and a senior Lady residing at The Mather who was experiencing onset dementia. I managed house for a single mother and her four...
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Jane Of All Trades, Swim Instructor, Tutor, Babysitter!

Evanston, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a recent college grad who wants to be a teacher and loves working with children and families. I have been babysitting since I was 14, tutoring since I was 17, and I have taught swim classes for the last 4 years. I am kind, patient, and engaging, so I can help even the shyest kids feel comfortable! I love to play...
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Experienced & Loving Child Care Provider

Evanston, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
As a kind, patient, and trustworthy caregiver, I bring years of hands-on experience, having raised six wonderful children who are now successful adults with families of their own. I have also cared for children with special needs, including autism and profound hearing loss, ensuring they feel safe, understood, and engaged. I...
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Child Whisperer

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello Families! My name is Dina. I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings. I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...

Care Member says "Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years."

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Babysitter/nanny/helper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I haven't babysat in a few years, since I was in high school but I'm very good with all ages of kids was involved in a lot of sports and clubs in high school so I would be able to help with practicing. I'm also very good at helping with homework.

Brenda B. says "Hi Anna for some reason I'm unable to chat with you. Can you send another message?"

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Postpartum Doula Available For Newborn Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I'm a postpartum doula specializing in the care and support of newborns and their parents just before and just after birth as well as a beloved nanny for over 15 years now. I am currently looking to help supplement care for families-specifically those with newborns or infants-on an occasional or part time basis! Open to any...

Erin M. says "We were sad that we were not able to hire Becca FT due to our schedule but she was great with our 3mo old during an afternoon trial. She was calm and...

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Experienced Nanny / Newborn Helper/ Multiples / Animal Lover Available ASAP

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My spirit is one that could make even you become your inner child again! I have over 20 years experience loving others' children: 5yrs as a nanny to 4 under 4, A caretaker for 3 newborns until after 1yr, & experience with neurodivergent children. My favorite experience has been working for S. A. S. E. D w/ visibly impaired...

Heather H. says "Kate is just wonderful with kids. Any family would be lucky to have her."

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Experienced Patient Helper

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I've worked with all ages between daycares, preschool, high-school, and nannying/night nannying for over 10 years; my area of expertise is newborn-2 y/o. I have multiple types of childcare certifications, first aid and CPR certs. I've nannied for children with: ADD, ADHD, OCD, autism, delayed physical/mental/emotional/speech...

Cass F. says "I was desperate for help during my 3rd trimester. Her flexibility with my changing schedule and circumstances was a lifesaver and my 2yo son really took to...

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Full-time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...

David F. says "Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also...

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Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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The Crafty Tattooed Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi my name is Jillian! I have 7 years of experience with children! I just had my own daughter in April! I have had experience with children of all ages(infant-14)! I love to go on adventures and take time to be outside! I also like arts and crafts and find myself to be pretty creative. I am fully vaccinated and have CPR...
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Hello Families!

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
13 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello families! I am a recent grad from the University of Iowa, and am currently looking for work while I attend graduate school at DePaul. Working with children has always been a part of my life. When I was young, my mom ran a small in home daycare using her masters degree in child development, and as the oldest, I became her...
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Well Experienced Passionate Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
My name is Sydney and I have been babysitting and caring for children since my first mother's helper job at 12 years old. I have always had a passion for children and caregiving. My experience ranges from mother's helper to babysitter to tutor to nanny. When it comes to child care, I don't have any restrictions when it comes...
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Compassionate & Reliable Nanny | Newborn Care Specialist | Loving Support & Household Helper

Winnetka, IL

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$26/hr
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
With the years of hands on experience, caring for children, both through, raising my own daughter now a bright and accomplished, 17-year-old and supporting family members, I have developed a deep passion for nurturing little ones. I understand the importance of patience, love, and creating a safe and enriching environment for...
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Glenview, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm a retired professional looking to hold somebody's baby! I have two grade school grandsons now and miss the baby stage. It's a joy to hold and care for babies and little ones. I'm a great Mommy's helper with newborn care and nurturing you when you need it most. Of course, I have references. I'm not looking for...
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Child Care Specialist With 3 Years Of Experience. Licensed Esthetician At A Chicago Medical Spa

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello, I am a 24-year-old esthetician in Chicago! I graduated from Indiana University- Bloomington in August of 2023 with a degree in media advertising and marketing. I have about 3 years of babysitting experience. I babysat extensively throughout college and during the pandemic. I'm open to many tasks such as cleaning,...
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Part Time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I've called Chicago home for the past 6 years, but I'll always be a proud Wolverine, Go Blue! In addition to working as a professional portrait and wedding photographer, I provide a wide range of household support services, including house management, nannying, dog walking & cooking. With over 7 years of childcare...
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Nanny /Mother Helper

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have experinece as a nanny/ motehr helper for more than 5 years. Specilly with todlerds and yuong kids. I love crafting projects and outdoors activities. I help with laundry, light cleaning, ironing, pet care and shopping.
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Sitter, Tutor, Helper

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Caroline and I'm a cardiac nurse in Chicago. I graduated in May 2024 from Saint Mary's College and moved to Lakeview East. I'm originally from St. Louis, Missouri where I babysat for most of my teenage years and nannied during my college summers. I am interested in babysitting, pet sitting, errands, and dog...
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Happy To Help!

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Mariellen, and I am a patient, fun, and caring person with passionate energy for kids. I have 7 years experience in childcare. I have been a nanny, babysitter, overnight caretaker & family helper to several families with whom I still keep in touch often! Additionally, I have been a substitute, assistant, and lead teacher...
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  • 51 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.33/hr as of November 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Evanston, IL

Mother's Helpers in Evanston, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 51 listed mother's helpers

Dina S.

Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years.

- Care member

Anna J.

Hi Anna for some reason I'm unable to chat with you. Can you send another message?

- Brenda B.

Bee H.

We were sad that we were not able to hire Becca FT due to our schedule but she was great with our 3mo old during an afternoon trial. She...

- Erin M.

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 3 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 Evanston, IL. 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 $24.33.

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