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I worked as a full time nanny during the Summer of 2021 and 2022. I nannied for twin boys age 5 and then nannied for 3 boys between the ages of 8 and 14.
Some activities we did included arts & crafts, hikes, nature walks, biking, water play, sport games, board games, building toys, building forts, play dates, and going to the...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Christina S.
Burke, VA
$20-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I really love working with kids. I have experience nannying and being a mothers helper as well. I also have worked in a preschool. I have confidence working with children. It might be because I am a child at heart! I have been trained in CPR and First Aid and I respond well in...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christina was on time and great with my kids. She drove them to playgrounds, etc. and the kids had a wonderful time. I would definitely hire her again!"
Shannon H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gia, and I am a current Musical Theatre and Directing student at Marymount Manhattan College who is on a gap year! I have been working in childcare as a mother's helper, babysitter, tutor, and nanny for 9+ years. Additionally, I have years of experience working in a Montessori classroom, and was raised with the...
Giacomina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our 4yo had a wonderful time with Gia and was sad when it was time for her to go. We highly recommend her and look forward to hiring her again!"
Care member
Christine W.
Alexandria, VA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Easygoing Experienced Nanny/Mothers Helper Available Full-Time
4.9
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I've lived in Alexandria, VA all of my life. I attended private school from kindergarten to 7th grade & have attended University. I've worked for two church preschools and have been the lead teacher for students 2-5 years old. I have two sons one is a teenager now the other is a toddler. I've worked with many families with kids...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Christine nannied our daughter for several months, and she was amazing. She did an excellent job caring for and engaging our daughter (who was around 6 months old at the time) with interactive playing, reading, and take her on outdoor walks. Our daughter enjoyed...
Amar C.
Gracie B.
Alexandria, VA
$13-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was in late elementary school being a mother's helper until I was old enough to actually babysit.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Megan C.
Burke, VA
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
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...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Deyonta B.
Woodbridge, VA
$26-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Early Childhood Educator Professional (Newborn - Pre K)
Hi! I am currently a certified Newborn Care Specialist providing Newborn care and postpartum support to families in Northern Virginia. For 17 years I served as an Early Childhood Educator, with expertise in Early childhood development for infants and children age 6 weeks through 6 years. In 2014, I transitioned from the...
Deyonta can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Ashley. I am 20yrs old, I am currently studying Digital Marketing at NOVA, but finish May 8th. Since the age of 14, I have been helping with taking care of children. From ages of 14-18 I was an assistant helper at a Home DayCare with Fairfax County. I am free to start May 9th, since I am one my last few days...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Veronica C.
Woodbridge, VA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm A Dynamic Mom, like Music And Enjoy To Go To The Gym Everyday
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked in a day care for a year with babies and preschool age kids.
I have six years working for schools, cafeteria worker first. I was working on high school then work on elementary school. Love to interactive with kids.
English and Spanish speaker.
Senior Care.
I was a companion for a senior lady who loves to read I helper...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Michaela. I am a Junior at Fairfield University. I have experience with kids of all ages. In high school I watched 3 boys ages 6-12 for 3 summers straight, as well as helped as a mother helper for a 6-week-old baby. I have my own car and flexible hours!
Michaela can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Hi there! My name is Liliana, and I'm so excited about the opportunity to care for your little one(s). I'm gentle, understanding and very responsible. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, so you can trust that your child's safety is my top priority.
Liliana can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 10 years of experience. I am consistent and flexible! I do a little of everything from house cleaning, babysitting, mothers helper, care giving, errand running and even some odd handy jobs from here to there! I am dependable, super comfortable with all pets (exotics included) and have plenty of references to show for it....
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a kind and hardworking student with a love of children. From being a Mother's Helper, to a one-off babysitter to teaching Baby Ballet for 6 years, I have an immense amount of experience. I've worked with lots of kids with unique needs, and I'm flexible to your family's needs.
I'd describe my personality as helpful,...
5.0
"Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and helps with homework. Kids seem to adore her. I find her to be reliable and dependable. I highly recommend her. I would use her...
Melissa J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
LOVING, RELIABLE AND EXPERIENCED!!! :) I have over 13 years of experience caring for kids from newborns to 13 years old. I am very affectionate with babies and very playful with toddlers. I have my own transportation, love dogs and cats and can take care of them as well. CPR certified, completing my Nursing Degree, and very...
Maria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Maria was amazing with our son. Our daycare provider was sick for a few weeks so we had her come help out and the transition was seamless! My son warmed up her very fast due to her kind and gentle nature. Overall an awesome experience with Maria."
Avery R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a playful personality and genuinely care about kids. I understand that kids are high energy and constantly on the go and that is why I find them so fun. I am dependable and trustworthy and more than capable of caring for children - as I am by trade an elementary school teacher with over 20 years of experience. I am able...
Celina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Reliable, punctual and friendly."
Miriam L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a military spouse and a mom to a 6th grader. I can babysit and drive kids to school or any activities.
Andini can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Andini connected so well with our 5yo and 4yo. She always superbly balanced fun filled activities with gentle guidance / supervision. She made picking up of two kids look easy. Highly recommend Andini!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hi I am Ashley and I am that person in the grocery store line or in the restaurant trying to entertain your kiddos with silly faces or peekaboo. I am a confident story-teller, homework helper and snack maker. I have a 15-month-old daughter who likes to "yell" at me in ASL and I wouldn't have it any other way!
I have experience...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley was an angel and such a blessing to our family!! We were connected by a close family friend and just so happened to live 5 minutes from each other when I was in a pinch and needed a babysitter. For two years she babysat our daughter from ages 2-4. She even...
Rebecca W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a full-time nanny this summer for an 8-year-old girl and 10-year-old boy. We did activities such as hiking, fishing, sports, baking, crafts and playing with toys. I have been working with children since I was a Mother's Helper at age 11. I have had experience babysitting multiple families since then, as well as...
Bailyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bailyn is very reliable, punctual and great with kids! She did a variety of activities(fishing, hiking, crafts, baking, games, etc.) with the kids this summer and really kept them engaged and having fun! She has a great personality and the kids describe her as...
Monica F.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 41 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I've just completed my Master's in Physiology from Georgetown University and am studying for the MCAT with plans to apply to medical school next summer. I bring a wealth of experience, as a former college track athlete, gymnastics coach, and community coach for Girls On The Run.
I live in D. C. with my bichon...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Alexis is timely and communicative and our 6-year-old loved hanging out with her!
From the moment she arrived, Alexis was warm, friendly, and professional. She had clearly read my instructions and was prepared with age-appropriate games and activities to keep my...
Ludovic E.
Leah K.
Washington, DC
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
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...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah watched our 3 year old twins M-F for the month of June this year while my husband and I worked from home from my parents' place. We are so extremely grateful to have met her. She was always on time (early, in fact!) and great with the kids. She has a great...
Rashmi S.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Lorton, VA
Christina S.
5.0
Christina was on time and great with my kids. She drove them to playgrounds, etc. and the kids had a wonderful time. I would definitely hire her again!
- Shannon H.
Giacomina J.
5.0
Our 4yo had a wonderful time with Gia and was sad when it was time for her to go. We highly recommend her and look forward to hiring her again!
- Care member
Christine W.
5.0
Christine was fantastic. She was punctual, professional, and personable, and our 2 boys (ages 2 and 5) really liked her. She played with the boys the entire time they were awake and seemed to genuinely enjoy interacting with them. She also had an eye for safety and responded quickly to all text...
- Care member
Kessley J.
5.0
Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and helps with homework. Kids seem to adore her. I find her to be reliable and dependable. I highly recommend her. I would use her again.
- Melissa J.
Maria L.
5.0
Maria was amazing with our son. Our daycare provider was sick for a few weeks so we had her come help out and the transition was seamless! My son warmed up her very fast due to her kind and gentle nature. Overall an awesome experience with Maria.
- Avery R.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Lorton, VA?
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 Lorton, VA?
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 Lorton, VA. 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 Lorton, VA in May, 2024?
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.