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Rose-marie M.

Heartful Helper

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a Public Health major specializing in Family Science, I have a profound passion for working with children of all ages but feel most at home caring for infants and toddlers. I love engaging little ones through meaningful activities that nurture their development and joy. For infants, I incorporate sensory play, tummy time,...

Douglas D. says "Rose-Marie watched our two kids, 5 and 2, over the weekend and was absolutely wonderful! She was very communicative, helpful, and my children had a...

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Shaanti N.

Friendly & Dependable Babysitter

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I am a graduate of American University in Washington, DC and am currently working a full time job in the city. With the spare time that I have I would like to help any families that need child-care services! As a friendly, positive, quick-learning, health-loving, bi-lingual aspiring helper, I would love to spend my...

Candy S. says "Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts with my children...

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Alicia R.

Intentional Teacher

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Grocery shopping
Hello there! I have been a early childhood teacher for a long time! I like working with the young students. I also tutor students from pre-kindergarten thru 2nd grade! I look forward to meeting your student! I'd describe my personality as Excitement, Encourager, Helper I like working with kids because I can help them be...

Care Member says "Alicia is absolutely wonderful. My son opened up to her right away and he really enjoyed his time with her. I can’t recommend her highly enough. "

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Jessica M.

Evening Care

Bethesda, MD

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I began as a mothers helper, and when I was old enough began babysitting. I have been a nanny for multiple summers with a family as a travel sitter. I graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a bachelor's in Food Service Management, and two associate's in...

Olivia K. says "Our infant was already asleep when she arrived, but our kindergartner read books with her and she put him to bed. He said she was nice and would like it...

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Kezia D.

Pro Active Date Night/ Weekend Part Time Sister/ Mommy Helper.

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience working with ( ages 1 trough 13). My creativity was put to good use during my time as an Au pair, developing fun arts & crafts for the children to help develop their skills and learning. I created schedules, managed group events for various families and organized play dates all while strategically...

Beatriz G. says "Kezia is an amazing person! She took great care of my kids. She's so trustworthy and my kids adore her! I would recommend her anytime!"

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Jemma G.

Super Fun Sitter!

Ashburn, VA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 7 years of experience. I babysat all through middle and high school. I started and ran a kids camp for four years and have a lot of experience with kids of all ages. Throughout high school I volunteered for years at an elementary schools, working one on one with kids. I have a car and and willing/able to help with pretty...

Care Member says "Jemma is responsible and punctual, great with kids, highly recommended!"

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Samantha H.

Child Care

Clifton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Samantha, and I've been babysitting for children of all ages for about 12 years! I started as a mother's helper around the age of 10 and have been nannying and babysitting ever since! I recently graduated from VCU with a bachelor's of science in criminal justice. Throughout my time in Richmond I worked for two...

Javier C. says "Sam has been watching our two year old for 6 months now. She came regularly during the school year and now helps us out whenever we need, watching both...

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Leah K.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hello! I'm Leah, and I've loved looking after little kids since I was old enough to walk. I'm choke save certified and have basic first aid training, and thanks to my experience as a veterinarian's assistant, very comfortable around and caring for pets. I have also worked as a camp counselor and mother's helper, and I am fully...

Care Member says "Leah was an incredible nanny for our daughter and quickly became part of our family. Leah started nannying for our daughter when she was 3 months old....

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Samanta C.

Reliable And Detail-Oriented Errands Helper | Here To Make Your Life Easier!

Montgomery Village, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there! I'm a responsible and organized professional with 5+ years of child care experience-2 years as an au pair and 3+ years as a nanny-plus a background in marketing and project coordination. I'm great at managing time, multitasking, and staying on top of details. I'm here to help with errands, light household tasks, and...

Julia M. says "Samanta is the best!! She's patient, nurturing, helpful and kind. Can't say enough good things about her. I recommend her highly!"

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Dana D.

Part-Time Mommy Helper

Clarksburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 25 yrs experience in Healthcare, from a pediatric medical assistant to most recently as an administrator. I became a stay at home mom to my "surprise" baby 4 yrs ago and now as she enters pre-school, I'm ready to re-enter the workforce but on a part time basis so I can have have the best of two worlds!!

Fen Marie C. says "Dana was very reliable and always communicated well. My 2 boys loved her. She was very kind to them and listened to them talk. I would definitely...

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Kathryn K.

Arlington, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Kathryn, I am 20 years old and looking to be a part time nanny/mother's helper. I have previous experience caring for 2 elementary age children, as well helping out with various chores (laundry, dishes, grocery pickup, returns, etc.). I am a very organized person and also a great learner.
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Kyran M.

Part-time Caregiver/Household Helper

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Currently looking for a cooking/household helper position! I'm a huge proponent of scheduling and staying organized. I have experience cooking meals, running errands, doing pick-ups and drop-offs for other families, and enjoy that just as much as nannying because I feel I am able to bring a different type of value to my...
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Megan C.

Burke, VA

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$14/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a recent college grad looking to work over the summer before I relocate. I am energetic, responsible, organized and enthusiastic. I have been helping with kids for the last 5 years, with age ranges from 6 months old to 8th graders. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, mothers helper and camp counselor and am...
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Eve Y.

Fun And Experienced Nanny

Fairfax, VA

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$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Eve! I have been working with kids since I was 13 as a daycare attendant, nanny, babysitter, and mommies helper and teacher. I have taken care of children ranging from newborns to 10-year-olds. I also have my own transportation. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
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Ruby Z.

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
12 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I have always loved kiddos and started as a mother's helper at the age of 9 (making $2. 50 an hour). I began babysitting at age 13, was a camp counselor to rising kindergartners for 5 summers, and a full time nanny during the pandemic. With over a decade of experience, I possess a passion for all ages, from baby's to big kids!...
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Caroline R.

Babysitter Or Mother's Helper Available

Derwood, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Caroline and I am beginning my Masters at WVU this fall. I have experience babysitting all ages as well as working in day cares with infants.
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Jennifer R.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$20/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Jen and I am 29 years old. I graduated from Bethany College in 2018 with a duel degree in Elementary education and special education autism. I currently work during the school year as a special education teacher. I am looking for new families who need some additional hell after work hours, days off, and weekend...
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Janaina O.

Derwood, MD

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have about 7 years of experience with kids between newborn to 12yo. Also, I worked as Human Resources in my home country, here I worked as a driver, deliver driver and helper too. I am always open to learn and improve myself. I am looking for extra as babysitting for date night or part time after school where I can bring my 2...
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Chiara L.

Washington, DC

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Chiara! I am a 4th grade teacher during the day, with a passion for serving and educating all children! In fact, it was child care and a nanny job all 4 years of college with the same family that led me to my passion for teaching and to the world of education which I now work in! I am located in Washington, D. C. but...
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Alexa H.

Olney, MD

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Alexa, and I am going into my third year in College. I have extensive experience with children, including babysitting, working as a mother's helper, and assisting my mom, who is a swim instructor, in teaching kids in the water. I've also completed a three-year child development program through MCPS and interned...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Great Falls, VA

Mother's Helpers in Great Falls, VA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Rose-marie M.

Rose-Marie watched our two kids, 5 and 2, over the weekend and was absolutely wonderful! She was very communicative, helpful, and my...

- Douglas D.

Shaanti N.

Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts...

- Candy S.

Alicia R.

Alicia is absolutely wonderful. My son opened up to her right away and he really enjoyed his time with her. I can’t recommend her highly...

- Care member

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 Great Falls, VA. 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 $23.00.

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