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Megan D.

Lombard, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
I started as a mommy's helper when I was just 13. Went to Columbia and received my BFA in photography specializing in family and children. I worked in a photography studio for 5 years and they went under when the economy crashed. I had the opportunity to help a family out and have been with them for the last 8 years and now I'm...
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Artasia C.

Child Care

Hinsdale, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
As a passionate and experienced caregiver, I am also a mother. Looking for a Friday-Sunday weekend helper position.
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Zehour C.

Hillside, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Zuzu, and I have a deep love for working with children and supporting families. I've spent two years teaching math to kids ages 4 to 6, and I'm currently working as a Behavior Technician at Cortica, where I've been helping children grow and thrive for over a year. My experience has given me strong skills in...
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Claire L.

Westchester, IL

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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Claire, I live in Westchester and I have been in childcare for 7 years now. I have been a babysitter, a nanny, and a mother's helper. I have my own car, drivers license and a clean driving record. I have experience with babies, toddlers, early school age, preteens, multiples and twins. I am comfortable with cats...
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Tess L.

Fun Sitter With 10 Years Of Experience

La Grange, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hey, I'm Tess! I'm a reliable and energetic 22-year-old who recently graduated from Illinois State University. I've always loved kids so I got involved in childcare as early as possible, first as a Mothers Helper at 11, then as the "neighborhood sitter", and eventually with nannying as well. My focus is on making sure your child...
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Alexa P.

Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nannying isn't a job to me, but an extension to my life I so much enjoy to work with children. I have 10+ years as I am the oldest of 3, I've always been mommas helper. I have experience from newborn to teen. I will work on reaching your child's milestone most importantly while having fun!
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Lana J.

Nanny/Household Manager/Mother's Helper/DateNightSitter

Naperville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am currently available for a Nanny/Household position. Would like a kind family in a positive atmosphere. I have been assisting families for +10 years and have a vast amount of experience with many family care functions. I have worked with children from ages six months to teens. I am experienced with early childhood...
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Payton W.

Hinsdale, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am looking for a summer babysitting jobs. I will be available through August 8th. I am looking to work with 1 to 3 children. I have been driving for over 4 years and have a clean driving record. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I was a nanny/mother's helper for a 1-year-old the summer of 2022. The past 2...
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Gilda R.

Host Party Helper / Cleaner/Organizer Babysitter

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi , currently working as a house manager and organizer , I am looking for a part time nanny position , experienced and references available . More than 15 years of nanny / babysitter experiences . Clean record driving , If you need an extra hands running your house let me know , I am helping families to maintain their home and...

Care Member says "Gilda is a remarkable organizer and caretaker of my home. I fully recommend her and give her 5 stars, A+ rating. Always on time, always a very pleasant...

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Victoria V.

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Glen Ellyn, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I started as a mothers helper when I was in elementary school and became an aunt at age 11! At age 16 I became a nanny. I have been a nanny or weekend babysitter ever since. I spent a year and a half working with adults with special needs and have a lot of experience in that area. I'm starting a new chapter in my life and I'm...
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Vanessa B.

Stone Park, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I'm a 19-year-old babysitter with over 5 years of hands-on experience caring for my younger cousins and their babies. Since I was 14, I've helped with everything from diaper changes and bottle feeding to playtime and bedtime routines. Now that they've grown up, I'm excited to offer that same care and support to other families....
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Clara G.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Clarendon Hills, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Many years of babysitting experience, day camp helper, gymnastics coach, and a degree in early childhood education
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Cashmear M.

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
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$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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Guadalupe S.

Chicago, IL

4.7(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Lupe , I am a professional experienced Montessori educator Woman , I will be so happy to assist you in caring your children . I am a very reliable , patient respectful person who loves to care, interact , play learn with children and enjoys being part of their life. I have worked with children of different ages...

Care Member says "Our family wholeheartedly recommends Lupe! She is caring and warm, and her wealth of experience working with children (especially as first-time parents...

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Rosalinda A.

Child care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
I am currently a mothers helper, part-time. Prior to this role, I was a program coordinator and camp lead at a non-profit gym. I have more than 10 years of experience working with kids as a camp counselor , child care assistant in daycares, baby-sitting, and I also have children of my own. I am super high energy and very...

Kerri L. says "Rosalinda was friendly and communicative. My 9 year old with adaptive said she was nice and fun, and felt comfortable around her. I would definitely...

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Kate H.

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

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Tania O.

A Little Bit About Tani

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I have more than 4 years of experience. I've took care of 3 kids (6mo, 7yo, 9yo) also with 2kids (3mo, 3yo) and 2 school age kids (9yo, 12yo). I can help with Swimming Supervision, meal prep, laundry and driving to different classes. Engaging them in age appropriate activities, crafts. I have a personality very calm and patient;...

Care Member says "On short notice Tania was able to provide excellent childcare for my 4yo son. I'd absolutely hire her again in the future."

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Dina S.

Child Whisperer

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Anna J.

Babysitter/nanny/helper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Teresa B.

Experienced Patient Helper

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of August 2025

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

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

Gilda R.

Gilda is a remarkable organizer and caretaker of my home. I fully recommend her and give her 5 stars, A+ rating. Always on time, always a...

- Care member

Cashmear M.

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...

- Marlee H.

Guadalupe S.

Our family wholeheartedly recommends Lupe! She is caring and warm, and her wealth of experience working with children (especially as...

- 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 Lombard, 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 $30.00.

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