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My girls love Gabby! She is reliable, flexible and sweet! So thankful we found her!
Review for Gabby M. by Gina S.
Mackenzie has been like an extended part of our family and I'm sad to be moving away from her! She started caring for my son when he was 5…
Review for Mackenzie B. by Amy B.
kirsten was awesome with my little ones , they loved her would definitely hire her again
Review for Kirsten L. by Care member
Mother's helpers in Ferndale, MI
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm high school teacher/former nanny with lots of years of experience, diaper changing and more! I am very flexible and able to fit your kids needs and routines.
I am currently looking for part time mother/father's helper jobs for summer 2025. 2-3 days/week. Can't wait to hear from you!
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gabby M.
Hazel Park, MI
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, there! My career as a babysitter began when my first nephew (who has special needs) was born when I was just 7 years old. From this time on, I was a mommy's helper and this continued on as my sister gave me another niece and nephew. By the time I was 12 years old, I had about a dozen little cousins and my niece and nephews...
Gabby can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabby is very attentive and loving to our daughter. We absolutely love her."
Lisa R.
Mackenzie B.
Warren, MI
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mackenzie, I am 28 years old. I am a graduate from Wayne State University.
I have 11 years of experience being a Nanny/Mother's Helper/House Manager. This includes running errands, organizing, grocery shopping, making dinner, driving children to activities, etc.
I'm looking for a full time position...
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Mackenzie has been like an extended part of our family and I'm sad to be moving away from her! She started caring for my son when he was 5 months old and has watched him for 15 hours a week for the past 7 months. She is a very attentive and interactive caregiver...
Amy B.
Kirsten L.
Royal Oak, MI
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kirsten. I recently graduated with a B. S. in Biology from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. I am working as an account representative in Royal Oak, MI, and am eager to nanny for children around that area on the weekends! I have over 10 years of babysitting/nannying experience that started about when I was...
Kirsten can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"kirsten was awesome with my little ones , they loved her would definitely hire her again "
Care member
Colleen C.
Birmingham, MI
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and fun.
I like working with kids because they always keep me on my toes. I love working with babies and helping them grow into little people. Being able to see the world through a kids eyes is one of the most rewarding experiences.
I'm looking for a job where I fit in with the...
Colleen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen is timely, enthusiastic, creative and patient. She was always willing to go out of her way to help our family. She had responsibilities driving my three boys to activities, managing the schedule, cooking and helping with homework. "
Care member
Cate R.
Franklin, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Cate! I'm a teacher with an extensive background working with kids of all ages. I'm looking for a part time nanny job for the summer to make some extra money. I've worked with children ages 1-14 in a variety of settings (teacher, babysitter, swim instructor) and have a flexible summer schedule. I'm open to...
Cate can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hi I'm Liz if you need a last minute sitter for date night or a day date on the weekends I'm available! Some weekdays are available as well.
A little about me, I am a mom of 3 and they are my absolute world. I started being a mother's helper when I was 10 years old and have been babysitting ever since for friends and family. I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cydney H.
Detroit, MI
$24-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic, Compassionate, And College Educated Caregiver - Seeking Summer Employment
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Cydney and I am an enthusiastic, compassionate, and fun caregiver! I am 25 years old, a college graduate, and live in Detroit. I have an extensive background and experience in childcare. I have worked as a babysitter, mother's helper, camp counselor, daycare worker, and full time nanny. I have experience...
Cydney can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mariah A.
Highland Park, MI
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! Im Mariah, I pride myself on being a helper and essential asset to the home. I am very organized and tidy. I enjoy cooking and cleaning and would be open to helping any other way I can such as laundry or running errands. I have a background in performing arts and love to incorporate this into my work with crafts, talent...
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Kellie and I'm looking for full time employment in a babysitting / nanny / mother's helper capacity. I'm the oldest of three children and I started babysitting by watching my brother and sister and then for parents in the neighborhood. I've had experience with children as young as 6 months up until 14 years...
Kellie can also help with: Craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a CPR First Aid certified nanny with over 18 years of experience. I live in Royal Oak. I am willing to practice safety without spreading fear during these difficult days. I have been in charge of a state-run infant room. Although I do prefer to nanny in an individual family. I love playing and reading to children. If you...
Kathleen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm interested in your babysitter opening . im also a mother of 2 . I have a 8 old daughter and a 5 yr old son . I have about 10 years of experience babysitting . I have 4 nephews and 3 nieces in total which gives me a lot of experience handling babies . I love kids and bonding with them. I have also worked in the after school...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Samantha C.
Sterling Heights, MI
$11-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Friendly, Loving Sitter Looking for a Family to Work For!
I am 19 years old, almost 20. I have babysat for various families since I was 12. I started as a mother's helper and as I got older it grew into babysitting almost daily. I have most experience in children ages 3-13. I worked with a few babies, but not younger than a year old. I love children and I love to play. I have no...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
4.8
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children in a daycare/babysitting setting throughout my life. I watched over children as they played while their parents/guardians worked out and took classes at a recreation center in Livonia for 6 years. I also supervised children as they played in the playscape at that same recreational center. I have CPR...
Maureen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
4.0
"Maureen is absolutely wonderful. Her communication is excellent. She’s always prompt. She has a great personality and wit about her and she has great relatability. She’s been working for me since late August/early September. My 8yr old son adores her and they have...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Experience:** Over 15 years of professional nanny experience.
- **Special Skills:** Proficient in baby sign language, ensuring effective communication with infants.
- **Diverse Experience:** Worked with children with autism, Down syndrome, and diabetes, adapting care and activities to meet their unique needs.
- **Safety...
Erika can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My 6-year-old son refers to Erika as "the really fun babysitter" and he has been asking us when she can watch him again. She was on time, cheery, and kept our son busy all day. I highly recommend her as a sitter and we definitely plan to hire her again!"
Erin F.
5.0
(2)
I was a Disney princess for children's parties 2 years and I have an extensive background in musical theatre. I have a year of experience in a daycare environment. My focus age group was older toddler (2-3-year-olds). However, I have a good amount of experience caring for children outside of that age range as well. I love to...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Allison was my son's lead teacher in the 2 year old classroom at his daycare center. When I say my son has never loved anyone more than her, I mean it. Their bond was immediate. He would wake up in the morning SO excited to see "Miss Allison". She took such...
Kaylin P.
Bridgid G.
Novi, MI
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
My experience in childcare started when I was 11 as a mother's helper. Over the past 10 years, working with children has taken the form of gymnastics coach, babysitter, tutor, childcare worker, and I also have experience working with students inside a classroom.
Bridgid can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Tina T.
Clinton Township, MI
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Tina. I am a mother to three younger children. 1, 6 and soon to be 9 yr old. I am a stay at home mom and looking for a part time nanny or mothers helper position. I am looking for a family that is open to me bringing my 1 yr old. This way both your kid and mine have made a new friend!
I am a hairstylist of 15...
Tina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Ariel T.
Bloomfield Hills, MI
$22-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have roughly 3-4 years of nannying experience and have spent a majority of my youth taking care of young babies and children. I grew up with a lot of babies in the family and would dedicate my summer and school vacations in my hometown to assist with nannying my baby cousins while their parents were at work. I was also a...
Ariel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Lara P.
Clinton Township, MI
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Trusted, Detailed, And Reliable Holistic Home Care Helper :)
With a deep passion for health, longevity, and overall well-being, for both people and pets, I bring a meticulous and holistic approach to home care. My years of experience in caregiving and service have instilled in me the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail. I take pride in creating a...
Lara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Ferndale, MI?
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 Ferndale, MI?
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 Ferndale, MI. 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 Ferndale, MI in May, 2025?
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.