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Sarah R.

McHenry, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Before becoming an aunt to two lovely little lasses, I spent a few years as a babysitter and subsequently became a nanny to three energetic boys before going to college. After focusing on my field of study, I craved childcare work again. I've worked with two lovely sisters as a mother's helper/part time nanny for 2 years...
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McHenry, IL

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$17/hr
Meal prep
Hi, I'm Ian , a recent High School graduate looking to help families this summer with childcare. I love playing with kids and have volunteered after school for two years at Youth and Family Services in McHenry. I gained hands on experience working with grade school aged children. Through this experience, I learned to engage with...
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Full-Time Or Part-Time Nanny/Sitter -- Animal Lover Too!

McHenry, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
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I'm a perfect choice for you if you are looking for a punctual, energetic, silly and patient woman who enjoys showing up to care for children and your home. The ages I've taken care of range from tiny newborns to all ages of Elementary School and preteens 10 to 15 years old. I take care of children the way the parents prefer;...
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Hi My Name Is Grace. I Am A College Student At University Of Wisconsin- Whitewater.

Barrington, IL

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as fun, creative, and caring. I like working with kids because I love watching their personalities change and grow. I'm looking for a job that has healthy communication and stability. I started working with kids when when I was 10 as a mothers helper. In my spare time, I like to play guitar, sing,...
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Mom Helper/Nanny

Carpentersville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been a nanny/mom helper on and off for 10 years, started when I was 15! Loving helping little guys explore new things, giving them that extra attention that needed when mom and dad can't. Love playing outside and making projects! I am fluent in Spanish also if that is something that you are interested in me speaking to...
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Young And Experienced Child Caregiver!

Lake Geneva, WI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 13 years of experience in childcare, from private (house manager, nanny, babysitter, mother's helper) and public (daycare, preschool, nursery, youth sports coach). I am currently getting my degree in early childhood education, and have started leaning into child psychology as well. I have worked with all ages, from 6...
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Fun Sitter And Household Helper.

Gilberts, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Currently seeking a summer nanny position. Available additional times upon request. I am dependable, energetic, helpful, and outgoing. I love working with kids and having fun! I started working with kids when I was 12 years old, watching my three siblings at home. I have worked in my church nursery for the last 6 years. I also...
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Grayslake, IL

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi there, my name is Esmeralda I am 27 years old. I have many years of experience in babysitting with children in every age group. I also have one year of experience working as a teacher helper in an elementary school where I worked with special needs students and had such a wonderful time but the school year has come to an end...
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Lake Villa, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Lexi! I'm a full-time paraprofessional and certified substitute at a therapeutic day school, primarily supporting students with diverse needs. I have experience across all age groups but especially enjoy working with teens. I've also led my own classroom as a long-term sub. My caregiving journey began at 13 as a mother's...
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  • The average post rate is $18.67/hr as of August 2025

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 3 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 McHenry, 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 $18.67.

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