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Grace A.

All About Grace :)

Mahwah, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, patient, and stern as needed I like working with kids because they are adorable and growing up I always wanted a little sibling. I would go to my neighbors house and help with her two young children at a young age because I love kids. I'm looking for a job that pays well and teaches me...
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Mothers Helper

Ridgewood, NJ

4.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Mischa, a dedicated mother's helper with over 8 years of experience supporting busy families. My goal is to make your home life a little easier by taking care of the small but important tasks that keep everything running smoothly. I specialize in light housekeeping, including resetting the kitchen and living room,...

TRICCIA Q. says "Mischa is fantastic! She is warm, kind and extremely caring. She is always punctual, professional and has made me feel comfortable from the start. Not...

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West Milford, NJ

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Hayley, I just finished my freshman year of college at Kutztown University as an Elementary Education major. I love working with kids of all ages and have been around them my entire life. I volunteered for special olympics for almost 10 years. for 3 summers I was a mother's helper and have been babysitting since I...
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Flexible Days Babysitter

Riverdale, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Tiana. I'm a graduate of Florida International University with a Bachelor's degree in Business, I have several years of experience working with children and families in a variety of roles. I'm comfortable providing transportation to and from activities, assisting with homework, and planning fun, engaging...
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Nanny/ Babysitting

Saddle River, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I spent most of my teenage years as a mothers helper and babysitter but as an adult I also have 8 years experience caring for children and adult with disabilities including: passing their medications, preparing meals, and created a fun and loving environment for them to thrive in. I enjoy using my skill sets to better the lives...
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Experienced Nanny/Sitter/Mother's Helper

Bloomingdale, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, energetic, and imaginative; and I enjoy working with children because I am helping to shape their mind through educational and imaginative play. I started working with children when I was in high school (just over 10 years ago) and I have experience caring for varied age groups...
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Hannah the helper

Hawthorne, NJ

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have watched various ages of kids over the years. If interested in my services, just ask me and I can detail my experience.
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Hawthorne, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Irma, I'm fully vaccinated including the booster shot.. I've been taking care of children for over 10 years. I worked as a Traders Assistant for 23 years. I left 20 years ago to care for my then 3-year-old daughter. I've been a nanny to kids ages 6 months to teens.. I've been a mother's helper, after school...
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Babysitter

Wyckoff, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I started off as a mothers helper at a very young age. I helped with light house keeping and keeping the children busy because the mother worked from home. At about age 16, I started working as a babysitter. I come from a small town where everyone knows everyone have worked for numerous families in my district. I learned how to...
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Nanuet, NY

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Emily! I am a college student that's home for the summer. I have 2 years of experience being a camp counselor for ages 4-6. Additionally, I student taught at an elementary school for kindergarten and first grade for a school year. I have 6 years of babysitting experience ranging from infants to middle school. I am...
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Westwood, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Cassie, I'm 30 years old and currently working as a social worker at a special services school. I have a lot more flexibility during the summer and I'm looking to help out some families in need! A little about my experience: I nannied several summers for ages 12 and under and babysat throughout the years, I...
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Tuxedo Park, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
hello, I have been babysitting ever since I was 8 years old with mother's helper. I grew up around babies and two younger brothers and a sister! I'm very active with the kids and love to play games. I also love animals and will take your pet for walks clean up after them and feed them. I do have my own car, and form of...
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Date-Night, Weekday Afternoon & Night, Mother's Helper

Wayne, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been casually babysitting for families since I was 15-years-old. I have taken care of family friend's children, families with four boys under the age of 11, and even kids of celebrities. I can handle a lot!
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Part-Time Caregiver/Mother's Helper Available For The Summer

Township of Washington, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have always had an affinity for childcare and have cared for a number of children in the past. I have cared for children ranging from ages 4 months to 13 years. I have worked as a babysitter and while doing so was responsible for things such as meal preparation, feeding, changing diapers, changing clothes, bathing, carpooling,...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Maddie. I am 20 years old and am from Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ. Growing up, I have always been a babysitter. My most recent job was as a mommy's helper with infant triplets. I am responsible, fun, and more than capable of providing a safe environment for the kiddos. As all of our plans have been derailed, I have been home...

Momma's Helper

Saddle River, NJ

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$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I was a stay-at-home mom for over 30 years, involved in everything in my children's schools from sports to clubs, foundations and charities. Now I am an empty nester looking for meaningful ways to fill my time while helping working parents and their families. I have some tutoring experience, as well as, a few yoga teaching...
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Nutley, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there :) My name is Jenna and I am a full time NICU RN 3 days a week. I am looking to help out families in need of newborn/child care on my days off. Looking for a family with flexibility due my scheduled shifts varying week by week. Looking to assist a family 1-2 days per week. I specialize in newborn care all the way...

Teresa D. says "Met with Jenna for an interview and decided to hire her on the spot. Her communication was great and she was very well mannered during the interview....

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Nanny/Mother's Helper

Buchanan, NY

5.0(1)
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$46/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
In search of a full-time position in Peekskill, Croto-on-Hudson, Cortlandt Manor, Pleasantville, Mt. Kisco, and surrounding neighborhood. I am flexible, experienced working with multiple children from babies to teenagers, fun, creative, detailed-oriented, loving, patient, kind and empathetic. I simply love children, appreciate...

Care Member says "Michelle took care of my daughter when she was only 4 months old during the scariest of times to have a baby.. just as covid was starting in 2020. After...

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Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm Leticia, 31 yo, Brazilian and I have college degree! I have more than 5 years experience with kids from 3mo to 12yo. I have always loved to be around kids and take care of them! I also take care of dogs and I love to see how they interact with children! Here, I was trained and had the experience living with children!...

Jessica P. says "Leticia would be a great addition to your family! She helped take care of our children for about 15 months. Our children love her dearly and still ask...

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Childcare

Ridgefield Park, NJ

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Maria R and I am looking to work with a family as childcare helper . I have many years of experience taking care of newborn, toddlers, infants and school kids.

Care Member says "Maria is a very compassionate person. She loves children. Because my son has special needs, specific care and attention was required for his safety....

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  • 52 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Mahwah, NJ

Mother's Helpers in Mahwah, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 52 listed mother's helpers

Mischa C.

Mischa is fantastic! She is warm, kind and extremely caring. She is always punctual, professional and has made me feel comfortable from the...

- TRICCIA Q.

Jenna G.

Met with Jenna for an interview and decided to hire her on the spot. Her communication was great and she was very well mannered during the...

- Teresa D.

Michelle M.

Michelle took care of my daughter when she was only 4 months old during the scariest of times to have a baby.. just as covid was starting in...

- 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 Mahwah, NJ. 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 $20.00.

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