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Erica C.

Lexington, MA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
I have babysat children of many ages starting as a mothers helper. I then progressed into nannying for a child with skeletal muscular atrophy along with babysitting for children with ages ranging from infant to pre-teen. I now work at a nursing home as an admissions director.
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Experienced & Reliable Goofball

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Kids are my favorite kind of people: curious, honest, weird in the best way, and always full of surprises. I've been working with them since I was 13 - from mother's helper to educator to improv coach - across all ages, abilities, and personalities. I'm looking for consistent, flexible work with a family who values mutual...

Care Member says "Emily is an engaged, empathetic person with great people skills and strong intuition regarding people’s changing physical and emotional needs. Extremely...

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Experienced Babysitter And Nanny

Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
With me, I can make sure your children are safe, comfortable and having a good time! As a reliable babysitter, I will always put the needs of your children first. I started off being a mother's helper when I was very young, worked in a daycare in high school, babysat/nannied through college, and am now picking up babysitting...

Care Member says "Tess was wonderful! Took great care of our 1.5 yr old, played with him for hours! Definitely recommend! "

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Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I recently moved to Massachusetts this past summer after graduating with a B. A in psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Originally from New Jersey, I have been working with children for around 10 years. I have been an official babysitter/nanny/mother's helper for around 8 years. I moved to...

Chase M. says "Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again."

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Happy, Creative Care

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love spending time with kids, learning and growing with them! I've been taking care of children since I was old enough to be a "mother's helper." I've worked as a violin and swimming instructor for kids. My most recent position was as a therapeutic mentor for youth, and therapeutic support for in-home family therapy. For two...

Sumedha B. says "Alex is kind, caring and hard working, she bonded with my baby on day one. She is very easy to work with and open minded. When the baby napped Alex...

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Full time Nanny Seeking September Position

Winchester, MA

3.5(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My child care experience began as a mother's helper at my church and continued with babysitting through my high school years. For 18 years I have worked as a nanny with several families, giving me both infant and toddler experience. I like watching children grow and develop their skills, such as learning to walk and talk and...

Rona R. says "Janice has worked for our family for years and has become part of our "family". She is extremely responsible, generous, and loves the children she cares...

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Looking For A Full Time Nanny Position Starting Immediatley

Somerville, MA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am currently working as a barista in Cambridge and am looking to get back into the nanny world for the summer. A little about my prior experience working with children; I have been working with children, in some sort of capacity, since I was 13. I started out as a neighborhood mothers helper then transitioned into babysitting...
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Billerica, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
Hello, Everyone!!! I want to tell you a little about myself and who I am. My name is Rayssah, I'm 19 years old, and I turn 20 on March 29th. I was born here in the US, but my family is Brazilian. I left for Brazil when I was 4 years old. I was raised there until I was 13, and in 2019, I came to the US with my family. I graduated...
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Long-time Babysitter, Now Researcher By Day, Wanting To Create Fun And Memories With Boston Kiddos!

Brighton, MA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I started being a mama's helper at 10 years old, and I have had on and off experience with babysitting, nannying and swim instructing in the 15 years since then. During and college and in the professional workforce I have not had regular families in Boston, and I am hoping to connect with Brighton, Allston and Brookline families...
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Somerville, MA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 40 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
Hi! I'm Shinelle. I'm originally from the Caribbean and have lived in Massachusetts for 20 years. I come from a large, close-knit family and have helped raise several nieces, nephews, and cousins from birth through elementary school. I've also worked as a nanny, babysitter, and mother's helper for over 10 years. I love caring...
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Mothers Helper!!

Reading, MA

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Hayley and I am a mother of two beautiful girls (6, 8yrs). I'm a reliable caregiver, with a spotless driving record, I love kids, and pets of all kinds. Do you need someone to help with light housework, cooking, grocery shopping, etc? I'm your helper!
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Cambridge, MA

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Farjana. I live on Rindge Ave, Cambridge. I am looking for work nearby (no car). Available 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Experience: 3 years babysitting, cooking, house cleaning 3 months restaurant work (kitchen helper, dishwashing, cutting vegetables) Languages: Hindi, Gujarati (little English) Background: Muslim...
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Boston, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For about 10 years beginning as a mothers helper, I've found immense joy in supporting families through childcare. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my passion for creating a nurturing and reliable environment for children. I'm patient, calm, friendly, and approachable, always following your lead when it comes to...
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Watertown, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Claire. I am 23 years old and just moved to the Newton area. Before the move I was a substitute and then associate teacher at University Now Day Care in Princeton, NJ for three years. I have also worked at the Boys and Girls club in Geneva NY helping kids ages 5 to 14 as an English tutor . In college I minored in...
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Sitter/Nanny Who Loves Spending Time With Kids

Cambridge, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! My name is Mar (they/them). I've been taking care of kids since I was a mother's helper at age 9. It's important to me to meet kids wherever they are and follow their lead with what they're interested in and comfortable with. I like to cook and can help with meals. I have a driver's license and my own car.
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Fun Sitter, Caregiver And All Around Helper For Families In Need

Somerville, MA

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$24/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience. I am currently an RN in Boston. I love to babysit/ was a nanny prior to nursing school. I also love to help out for those in need of a caregiver. I can help with every day needs, travel, remote learning and carpooling.
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Hope S.'s Photo

Cambridge, MA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
I started working with kids when I was mothers helper at the age of 10! I am currently a kindergarten teacher and love helping kids learn and grow. In my spare time, I like to hang out with my family and friends. I love music, dancing and cooking!
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Part Time Babysitting/ Date Night/ Mothers Helper

Charlestown, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi everyone! My name is Ryann and I'm searching for a part time babysitting job! I am a kind, gentle and loving person who loves playing and taking care of kids! I'm currently in nursing school looking for some extra money. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience for kids ages from newborn to tweens! I have a clean...
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Mommy Helper

Waltham, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
My experience with children's started when I was 15yo and started babysit a adorable little boy for a year to help his mom who was suffering with postpartum depression. I have 2 kids, a 18 yo girl and 13 yo boy my most important experience with kids is be a divorced mom with 2 kids, plus babysit for few years.
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Patient And Proactive Sitter

Malden, MA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
This is a mother and daughter profile. We're Brazilian and have been in the US for two years. Here're some facts about us: Hi - My name is Vanessa. I am graduated in social communication. My first tongue is Portuguese and I'm taking English classes. I am very organized and good at taking care of others. I'm also currently...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Lexington, MA

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

Emily H.

Emily is an engaged, empathetic person with great people skills and strong intuition regarding people’s changing physical and emotional...

- Care member

Tess J.

Tess was wonderful! Took great care of our 1.5 yr old, played with him for hours! Definitely recommend!

- Care member

Sophia R.

Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again.

- Chase 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 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 Lexington, MA. 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 $28.00.

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