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Maria L.

Loving, Fun, Knowledgeable, Nanny/helper

McLean, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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, Registered Nurse with ample experience in...

Avery R. says "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...

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Michelle M.

Creative And Organized Family Helper

McLean, VA

from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I am a creative and outgoing professional with 5 years of childcare experience, as well as 7 years of experience managing a household and a business. I am looking for a family that I can help assist with household planning and management, childcare, and light housekeeping and organization.
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Jessica M.

Evening Care

Bethesda, MD

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I began as a mothers helper, and when I was old enough began babysitting. I have been a nanny for multiple summers with a family as a travel sitter. I graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a bachelor's in Food Service Management, and two associate's in...

Olivia K. says "Our infant was already asleep when she arrived, but our kindergartner read books with her and she put him to bed. He said she was nice and would like it...

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Celina K.

Teacher - Looking For Extra Work - Loves Kids

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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...

Miriam L. says "Reliable, punctual and friendly."

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Daniela G.

Hey There! I'm Nanny Daniela or Danny!

Annandale, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hola! I'm Nanny Danny! I'm a well experienced, fully bilingual childcare provider with a wide range of skills and interests... want to know more? Through life, I've found joy in caregiving, and have gained training as a mother's helper, occasional babysitter, preschool teacher aid, Spanish tutor, full time nanny and homeschool...

Florencia L. says "I had the chance to see Dani when she's working with kids and she is very responsible. She takes her job seriously and she's constantly thinking about...

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Martha S.

Babysitter/Mother's Helper

Falls Church, VA

3.3(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
Hello, my name is Martha and I am looking for work in child care. I have 10 years of experience caring for children as young as 2 months. I have my own transportation and can transport children to and from places as needed. I was recently caring for 2 children full time, but that work has stopped due to the pandemic. I do not...

Anamaria L. says "We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was wonderful. She...

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Ashley C.

Full-time And Part-time Caregiver

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Ashley, and I recently moved to the DMV area! I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Childhood Education, and Special Education in 2022. My journey in childcare began at age 12 as a mom's helper, and since then, I've had the privilege of providing care for numerous families, teaching preschool, and working...

Tammy C. says "Ashley is a very responsible, caring, and compassionate young woman. She has experience working with a broad range of ages and has worked with many...

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Kiamira B.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello If your are looking for a babysitter or a mother's helper in the Central Jersey area keep reading! I am a 24-year-old with a criminal justice B. A. 8 years of experience with childcare/mothers helper for all ages. I love kids and I specialize in day care learning, homework help, house training, potty training, sleep...

Gina T. says "Kia did a wonderful job with our 1 year old daughter! She was also great with our two dogs. I would recommend to anyone."

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Kessley J.

About Kessley :)

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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,...

Melissa J. says "Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and helps with...

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Avalon A.

Kind, Reliable Sitter/Helper

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Avalon, and I recently earned my Master of Public Health from The George Washington University. With years of hands-on experience and studying child health in school, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children. Over the years, I have babysat for numerous families, served as a...

Care Member says "Avalon was an excellent babysitter for our girls. We hired her mainly for our 1-year old but she also helped us out with our 4-year old when needed. She...

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Adira B.

Creativity Beyond Screen Time

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Fully vaccinated and covid conscious! I started as a mother's helper when I was in middle school and have been babysitting for years. I pride myself in always finding fun ways to get kids away from screens and embrace their creative side. I played soccer as a kid and danced for 16 years so love to be active and enjoy park...
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Juliana O.

Babysitter

Potomac, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Juliana, I'm 27 years old, and I have 6 years over experience with kids. I started in a very young age being the teachers helper, and then I came to USA. In all my time working with kids, I took care of kids from 3 months to 15 years old. I consider myself as responsible, reliable, experienced and fun-loving person. I'm...

Gabriela S. says "She's amazing with the kids. She's careful, takes good care of children, responsible, flexible. She loves to play and teach."

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Leah K.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Care Member says "Leah was an incredible nanny for our daughter and quickly became part of our family. Leah started nannying for our daughter when she was 3 months old....

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Paige C.

Fun-Loving, College-Educated Sitter

Kensington, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Paige (she/her) and I am so excited for the opportunity to get to know your family. I have over 8 years of loving, quality experience in child care. From starting out as a mother's helper, to being a camp counselor and now camp director, to a part-time nanny/ babysitter, I have gained many skills over the...

Kaila J. says "Paige is amazing. I hired her initially for pet care services to watch our dog while on vacation and she quickly became a reliable hire who I asked back...

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Annaliese M.

Experienced Sitter And Home Helper

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I have many years of childcare experience, both in a professional workspace and in-home babysitting! I love being outdoors, doing crafts, and having fun. I am also happy to help around the home, with car pooling, and trips!
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Victoria R.

About Me :)

Falls Church, VA

from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time Morning Position! I'm Victoria, a dedicated childcare professional with over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I graduated from Virginia Tech (go Hokies!) with a Bachelor of Science, and my childcare journey began at the age of 12 as a mother's helper. Over the years,...
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Jasmine M.

Friendly And Compassionate Young Woman Hoping To Save Up For Graduate School.

Washington, DC

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello :) My name is Jasmine and I would love to help your family with babysitting needs! I currently work as a biomedical researcher in Bethesda and I am trying to make some money before hopefully starting medical school in the fall. Having a medical background and a passion to care for others, I am uniquely qualified to care...
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Paola M.

Baby Sitter And Household Helper

Washington, DC

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi, My name is Paola. I am currently a part time intern in DC and I will be obtaining my degree from UC Berkeley in the Fall. I would describe myself as caring and independent. I have been babysitting and since I was 14. Being a nanny became my main job throughout college. My duties have included pick and up drop off from school...
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Alexandra J.

Part-time Babysitter

Arlington, VA

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
I became a mother's helper at the age of 12 and helped a woman with two little girls. I have two little brothers and a little sister (6, 11, 13). I babysit for a family of four two summers ago (26 months, kindergarten, second grade, and fourth grade). This past summer I nannied for a family with two kids 6 and 3 years old. I am...
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Jennifer C.

Falls Church, VA

1.0(0)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jennifer, a nursing student at Marymount University. I am a mature, responsible, fun, detail-oriented individual who adores and loves children! I have experience babysitting children from different stages of life. I babysat as young as newborn babies to 12 years old. I love having a close relationship and bond...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.50/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 McLean, VA

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

Maria L.

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!...

- Avery R.

Jessica M.

Our infant was already asleep when she arrived, but our kindergartner read books with her and she put him to bed. He said she was nice and...

- Olivia K.

Celina K.

Reliable, punctual and friendly.

- Miriam L.

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 2 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 McLean, VA. 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 $23.50.

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