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Melany K.

High School Student With 12 Years Of Babysitting Or Mother's Helper

Dorchester, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Melany & I have been living in Boston for a little over a year now and currently work at a daycare in South Boston. I am a fully certified daycare teacher, who has worked with infants as young as 4 months & children as old as 11. Ideally I am looking for a full time nannying job, but I am not opposed to any...
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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
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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Summer Sitter And Schoolwork Helper

Allston, MA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
I have 5 years of childcare experience, from nannying in high school to my most recent position at a children's clothing boutique! At my most recent nannying job, I helped the children practice their reading skills, create at-home science experiments, and learn about the natural world. My time tutoring has taught me how to...
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Child Care

Norwood, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
Currently, a full-time toddler teacher, EEC Level 1 certified. Spent 6 years as a full-time nanny for a family of 3 children from the time the oldest was 3 months old until the youngest entered daycare. Previously: I started as a mother's helper when I was 11. I continued on to babysitting at age 13. I had regular babysitting...
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Babysitter

Brookline, MA

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$20/hr
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Experienced as a mother's helper and babysitter for a family with three children under the age of 12. Created a safe and fun environment with many opportunities for play, creativity, and learning. I'm a nursing student who is also BLS and CPR certified, and I also love crafts, playing outside, and active and imaginative play.
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Energetic Sitter And Explorer!

Boston, MA

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hi my name is Elizabeth H, I am a positive and energetic freshman at Northeastern University. I have 6 years of experience working with children, working with ages 2 to 9. I have experience as a mothers helper, babysitter, swim/sailing instructor, and camp counselor. I am the oldest of four kids and love children. I am very...
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Part Time Babysitting/ Date Night/ Mothers Helper

Charlestown, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Babysitter And Mother's Helper

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! I'm a college senior with one year of babysitting experience and two years or experience as a summer camp counselor. I have a natural ability to connect with kids, creating a comfortable environment where they feel like they can be themselves. Playing board games, doing puzzles and crafts, and spending time outside are my...
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Milton, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I am looking to provide care for a family in need of a kind natured and well rounded sitter. I am currently employed as a teacher at the middle school level, grades 6-8; however, I am available most afternoons, evenings, and weekends during the school year. I have additional availability in the summer months. I have an extensive...
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Babysitter + Mama's Helper

South Boston, MA

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$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Sohni and I'm a seasoned babysitter/nanny who just moved to Boston from London! I'm currently in a graduate program at Brown University and I have a flexible weekly/weekend schedule that I'd love to fill with helping families in the Boston/Providence area! I have an undergraduate degree from GWU in cognitive...
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Happy, Creative Care

Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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...
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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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Weekend Helper

Boston, MA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello there! I'm an experienced babysitter who's not only great with kids but also loves animals. With a proven track record of providing exceptional care, I'm a responsible driver, ensuring your little ones get where they need to be safely. I'm dedicated to going the extra mile for your family, creating a nurturing and fun...
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Quincy, MA

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$25/hr
13 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I grew up in a large family and as one of the eldest grandkids, I have never been a stranger to looking after and caring for little ones. At the age of 14 I started to work as a mother's helper for a family with four little ones, 3 boys and 1 girl. When I started their ages ranged from newborn to 4 years old. As I got older I...
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Part-Time Nanny/Caregiver/Household Helper

Dedham, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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Hi! I am an energetic nanny with lots of experience with children. I am looking for weekend and or evening Nanny work to help you with your busy day, weekends. I have my own minivan. References available! I live in Dedham and am willing to travel approximately 1-15 miles. I also love to cook and would love to help prep your...
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Allston, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Molly and I recently graduated from Boston University's Wheelock College of Education and Human Development. I am very passionate about working with children, and will continue to pursue this passion at BU's School of Social Work for graduate school in the fall. I find working with children to be incredibly rewarding...
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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
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 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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Boston, MA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I've been a childcare provider, (babysitter, nanny, helper) for over seven years now. I'm passionate about helping kids grow and develop. I'd consider myself friendly, patient, and I love being outdoors and doing arts and crafts. When I'm with kids, I feel like a kid myself! I'm comfortable caring for up to four children of any...
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Part-Time Cargiver/Nanny/Baby Sitter/Household Care Helper

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a current junior at Boston University studying International Business and Spanish. I love outdoors, reading, learning languages, crafting and cooking! I am very laid back and patient and have a lot of babysitting experience. I am comfortable with any housekeeping, tutoring or meal prepping needs you may request!
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Experienced, Loving And Nurturing Bilingual Nanny!

East Boston, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I'm Vilma, a highly qualified Nanny in the Boston area. I'm currently searching for a caregiver position with a loving and kind family. I have more than 10 years of professional experience in the childcare field, mother's helper, as well as in house and family management. (Extensive newborn experience.) Your ideal caregiver, if...

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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

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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