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Sophia R.

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I recently moved to Massachusetts this past summer after graduating with a B. A in psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Originally from New Jersey, I have been working with children for around 10 years. I have been an official babysitter/nanny/mother's helper for around 8 years. I moved to...

Chase M. says "Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again."

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Erica C.'s Photo

Medford, MA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
I have babysat children of many ages starting as a mothers helper. I then progressed into nannying for a child with skeletal muscular atrophy along with babysitting for children with ages ranging from infant to pre-teen. I now work at a nursing home as an admissions director.
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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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Experienced & Reliable Goofball

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Kids are my favorite kind of people: curious, honest, weird in the best way, and always full of surprises. I've been working with them since I was 13 - from mother's helper to educator to improv coach - across all ages, abilities, and personalities. I'm looking for consistent, flexible work with a family who values mutual...

Care Member says "Emily is an engaged, empathetic person with great people skills and strong intuition regarding people’s changing physical and emotional needs. Extremely...

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Friendly And Attentive Babysitter

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$8/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hello! I'm a friendly, responsible professional with experience supporting families in both household management and caregiving roles. I currently manage business but am looking for a part-time position as a household assistant, personal companion, or family helper, where I can provide practical support and genuine care. I have...

Allison G. says "We have been so incredibly lucky to have found Julieta. She has worked in our home for almost 2 years watching our now 2.5 year old son. Julieta is...

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Full time Nanny Seeking September Position

Winchester, MA

3.5(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
My child care experience began as a mother's helper at my church and continued with babysitting through my high school years. For 18 years I have worked as a nanny with several families, giving me both infant and toddler experience. I like watching children grow and develop their skills, such as learning to walk and talk and...

Rona R. says "Janice has worked for our family for years and has become part of our "family". She is extremely responsible, generous, and loves the children she cares...

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Kathryn C.'s Photo

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi all! My name is Kathryn, I just turned 30, and I am a Certified Registered Nurse currently working in case management (so I am First Aid and CPR certified)! I started as a mothers helper at 14 and transition to full time summer nannying while in high school and college once I got my drivers license! I currently work Monday -...

Care Member says "Kathryn is both responsible and energetic! She is open to taking the kids out for an adventure day or finding activities around the house. "

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Friendly Caregiver

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I'd describe my personality as cheerful, friendly and intuitive. I love working with kids because they bring me the most joy! To be with children and grow together is so fulfilling for me. Children are so interesting and interested and I learn so much from them. Every child is wonderful and I can't help but see their brilliance...

Sumedha B. says "Alex is kind, caring and hard working, she bonded with my baby on day one. She is very easy to work with and open minded. When the baby napped Alex...

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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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Fun Loving Family Helper

Jamaica Plain, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm a patient, kind hearted woman who has been working with kids since I was a kid! I have a BA in Social Work from Michigan State and am now attaining my MS/CAGS in School Psychology at Northeastern. I have experience working with kids with disabilities as well as neurotypical kids. I take a very light hearted, fun loving...
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Part-Time Child Care And/or Senior Care

Wakefield, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, I am a 61-year-old, retired CPA. I now can add mothers helper, caring for infants to school aged Children, Senior Companion, personal assistant and a dog sitter. I love the families I assist with whatever their needs are, I am fun loving, up beat, dependable and kids and adults love me. I come with excellent references....
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Alyssa V.'s Photo

Boston, MA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Alyssa and I am happy to be applying to be your babysitter! I have been working at Bella Ballerina for 5 years now as a substitute dance teacher, camp counselor, birthday party host, and event helper. I am no short of experience in working with kids ages 18 months to 11 years old. I have been told by parents...
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Babysitter/Mother's Helper

South Boston, MA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 29 and I have been babysitting since I was about 15 years old. I've done all sorts of jobs whether it be just date nights or the occasional morning/afternoon when parents need coverage to go run errands or just get a little break for some self-care, or part-time jobs when I would babysit 3-4 times a...
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Theadora S.'s Photo

Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I started as a mother's helper at 11 and started babysitting from there. I have babysat kids from infant to pre teens. I have worked with kids who have several different special needs. I have worked a day camps as head counselor. Taking care of 40+ kids ranging from the age of 4-12. After that I worked for another camp called...
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Louisa R.'s Photo

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Energetic Sitter And Explorer!

Boston, MA

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Yasmine M.'s Photo

Chelsea, MA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, new to the area. Currently a grad student at BU. I have previous experience as a nanny, personal assistant/family helper, pet care as well as working as an aide in a hospital. looking for flexible working hours for a great family
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Vivian M.'s Photo

Roslindale, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Vivian and I am an 18-year-old senior in Brookline! I have been working with children for several years now as I started caring for children when I was 11- beginning as a mother's helper for my neighbors. Now, I absolutely love being a babysitter! I have worked as a camp counselor at Summer Camp with children ages...
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Blakely M.'s Photo

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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Madeleine W.'s Photo

Part-Time Cargiver/Nanny/Baby Sitter/Household Care Helper

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of June 2026

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

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

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

Sophia R.

Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again.

- Chase M.

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.

Emily H.

Emily is an engaged, empathetic person with great people skills and strong intuition regarding people’s changing physical and emotional...

- Care member

Common questions about mother's helper in Medford, MA

A mother’s helper in Medford, MA provides support with child care and household tasks while a parent is still at home. Many families compare profiles based on experience, availability, and reviews to find someone who fits their needs and schedule. Understanding what a mother’s helper is can help families decide if this type of support is the right fit.

Mother’s helpers in Medford, MA typically assist with tasks such as supervising children, helping with homework, preparing simple meals, and handling light household duties. Their role is to support parents rather than provide full independent child care. Some families also hire this type of support when exploring ways to get extra help around the house during busy seasons.

The average rate for mother’s helpers in Medford, MA on Care.com as of June, 2026 is $25.50 per hour. Rates can vary depending on experience, responsibilities, and the number of children needing care. Families comparing local options may also want to understand what to pay a mother’s helper based on duties and schedule.

The main difference in Medford, MA is that a mother’s helper typically works alongside a parent who is present in the home, while a babysitter is often responsible for caring for children independently. Families often choose based on how much supervision and support they need, especially when deciding whether they need a lighter support role or more independent child care coverage.

Families in Medford, MA often hire a mother’s helper when they need extra support during busy times such as working from home, caring for multiple children, or managing household responsibilities. This type of support can help parents stay productive while still being present.

Yes, many mother’s helpers in Medford, MA can assist with multiple children at once. Their role is often to provide an extra set of hands for supervision, activities, and daily routines while a parent remains nearby. This can be especially helpful for families balancing infants, toddlers, and older children at the same time.

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