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Ashley B.

Summer Babysitter/Nanny

Mattapan, MA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Ashley. I have worked about every kind of childcare position; from special needs care, to infants, overnight/travel care, house manager, and a friend to the parents. You need it I am on it! I worked as a mother's helper from ages 9-11 years old and then began babysitting at the age of 12. I have extensive...

Blake S. says "Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so...

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Babysitter, Nanny, Part-time Caregiver, Caterer

Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old when I started off as a mothers-helper for families in my neighborhood. In addition to working at a small gift shop through high school, I babysat on average one day a week during the school year, and three days a week over the summer. Additionally, my sister, brother and I ran a...

Meagan O. says "Finding Eliza was one of the best things to happen to our family during the pandemic. She became an important part of our family for the 3+ months our...

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Upbeat Sitter & Remote School Helper

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
A experienced sitter looking to be a families helper during these difficult times. Happy to help with remote school work, crafts and activities, laundry, and errands. References available.

Justine S. says "Leela has been so amazing with my toddler! She has an innate love for children and ability to make them happy. She has always been so caring,...

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Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Are you looking for a fun, loving, and responsible care giver for your kids? Well look no further! Hi I'm Honey! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 12 years old! (crazy right). I grew up around my younger siblings so I learned many valuable...

Jessica K. says "We hired Jalynn as a full time nanny for our 6 kids over 3 years ago and she was with us for about 2 1/2 years. The only reason she stopped working for...

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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I love taking care of children. I have 2 children of my own. I've taken care of newborns to 12 years old. I've had experience and I also have volunteered in my children's school as a teacher classroom's helper. I'm responsible, caring and a hardworking woman.

Care Member says "I was her CPR AND FIRST TRAINER and she was able to complete the training without difficulty."

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South Boston, MA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi families! I am Jenny and I graduated from UNH with a major in psychology and minor in justice studies and now currently attend law school in Boston. I adore working and hanging out with children and I started working with kids when I was in the 8th grade as a mother's helper. Looking forward to connecting!
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Chelsea, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I've been watching young children since I was 12 years old, starting as a mother's helper and eventually starting to babysit all through high school and college. I have been a nanny for several families, one with 4 children under the age of 6 years old. I am comfortable with all ages, including infants.
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Brookline, MA

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$28/hr
4 years experience
Travel
carpooling
I recently graduated college with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. I have accepted a full time engineering job in the fall and am looking for a summer job until then. I have a strong background in math, science, and sports. I have experience as an overnight camp counselor for 10-year-old boys. As well as running a...
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Boston, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I've been babysitting since freshman year of high school and I have always worked well with kids of all ages :). I have experience working with multiple children, children with special needs, and I am also a homework helper. I was a sleep away summer camp counselor in 2019 and worked with all ages as well!
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Madeleine W From South Boston

Boston, MA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am a kind and energetic college student who has experience as a mother's helper and babysitter for all ages, newborns to big kids. Currently a student as well as a teacher, I understand remote learning from both sides. As a scholar of music, I am creative and able to interact with children, as well as create engaging...
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Experienced And Caring Nanny/Childcare Provider

Cambridge, MA

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Julia. I am a 49-year-old professional and mother of two who has cared for and worked with children on and off since I was 12. I spent most of my teenage years and into my 20s babysitting as well as being an assistant infant and preschool helper. In my early 30s, I was a childcare supervisor at a country club...
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Rachael's Child Care

Brookline, MA

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$20/hr
I was a baby sitter and mother's helper for families around my neighborhood on and off since I was around 14, watching children as young as a few months old through age 13, and often caring for multiple school aged children at one time. I am able to help with basic homework and housekeeping, I love cooking for people, and I have...
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Flexible Evening/Weekend Babysitter

Quincy, MA

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
I like working with kids because I enjoy how they see the world so innocently and are able to appreciate life in its simplicity. Kids want to have fun and are always looking to learn new things - I think that inspiring! I started working with kids when I was about 10-12 years old. I am the oldest of my siblings and cousins so I...
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Boston, MA

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Arianna! I'm a very friendly, positive, energetic person who has cared for children of all ages from toddler to teen. I have a lot of experience in babysitting as I have sat for many different families. I also teach piano lessons, am a teachers helper at an elementary school, and studying to become at teacher; so I would...
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Professional Nanny/Mother-helper

Dorchester Center, MA

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
I have dedicated over 30 years to nurturing and educating young children, and I truly love being a sitter because it allows me to make a positive impact on their early development. Watching children grow, learn, and achieve milestones brings me immense joy and fulfillment. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating...
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Child Care Provider

Boston, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Rachel! I read your job post and wanted to reach out! I live in Charlestown and work full-time in East Cambridge. I am currently seeking occasional babysitting opportunities, whether for date nights, family helper roles, or weekend sitting. A little bit about me: I have 10+ years of babysitting experience....
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Fun And Dependable Summer Nanny

Needham Heights, MA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
I have been working in childcare for as long as I can remember. From being a mothers helper at age 10 to a preschool and gymnastics teacher throughout high school, I have always adored working with kids. I go to Santa Clara University and I am studying to be a cognitive therapist. I am CPR certified, eec educated and confident...
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Somerville, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Julia and I've been working with kids of all ages for over 5 years as a babysitter, coach, and camp counselor. I'm currently studying Child Development and Psychology and hope to go into the field of education in the future. I truly love spending time with kids and immersing myself in their games, activities, and...
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I Am A Creative And Fun Babysitter Who Is Adult, Child, And Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Certified.

Roxbury Crossing, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED certified! I am a creative, empathetic, and attentive babysitter with over a decade of experience working with children. My journey began at age 8 as a Mother's Helper, and since then, I've been a dedicated babysitter and worked in an after-school childcare program. I find it incredibly...
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About Me

Allston, MA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Danielle! I have been babysitting and working with children for my whole life. I love kids and I have a dog so I am also totally open to having pets around and also pet care if needed. A little about me is I am a student at the University of Utah, I'm currently working as a part time nanny/helper and I will be working as...

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

  • The average post rate is $24.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 5.0

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

Mother's Helpers in Mattapan, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Ashley B.

Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were...

- Blake S.

Eliza K.

Finding Eliza was one of the best things to happen to our family during the pandemic. She became an important part of our family for the 3+...

- Meagan O.

Leela T.

Leela has been so amazing with my toddler! She has an innate love for children and ability to make them happy. She has always been so...

- Justine S.

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 Mattapan, 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 $24.00.

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