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29 mother's helpers are listed in New Haven, CT
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 9 years
What others are saying about mother's helpers in New Haven, CT
I have known Julia for a very long time. She is responsible, caring, and an exceptional person overall. I am a pretty overprotective mom…
Review for Julia B. by Alison G.
We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our…
Review for Pauline C. by Doug M.
Erin is an excellent student, is reliable and is great with animals and kids.
Review for Erin A. by Allison B.
Mother's helpers in New Haven, CT
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Julia and I am 25 years old. I graduated from Quinnipiac University with my B. A. in Spanish in 2021 and am currently attending Sacred Heart University working towards my Master's in Social Work. I work as a Pre-K Teacher and have been working with kids for 10+ years. Other than my current job, my various child...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Julia for a very long time. She is responsible, caring, and an exceptional person overall. I am a pretty overprotective mom and have always felt confident leaving my three little ones with her even as newborns. She has a passion for children and goes...
Alison G.
I have been working with children since I was 13. I started off volunteering as a teen helper for children's church at my previous church. I did this for 6 years and worked with children of all ages 12 and under. . I worked in various locations and settings For ABA. Currently, I am working as a developmental therapy specialist...
Ashleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.1
(7)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...
Pauline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Pauline was amazing with our children. She is punctual and dependable. Our kids look forward to going to her home. "
Aaron C.
3.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Erin and I am an undergraduate student at Loyola University Chicago. I am an economics student with minors in German, journalism, computer science, and environmental science. I absolutely love school and learning new skills is my passion.
Over summer breaks I reside in southern Connecticut with my family, but...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erin is an excellent student, is reliable and is great with animals and kids."
Allison B.
I am the oldest (along with my twin brother) and I have cared for my two younger siblings from the beginning.
Starting babysitting around the age of 14, so I have over 6 years of experience with a variety of ages and number of children.
I have worked as a summer nanny, a mother's helper, to a weekly babysitter.
I worked two...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Experienced caring for multiple family members such as younger sibling & baby cousin. I am fun, patient, loving & very helpful.
Lillian can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi my name is Jalina. I have 6 years of childcare experience including of 3 years of teaching and directing youth theater from ages 4-17, and 6 years of nannying and babysitting ages infant to 16. I'm great with kids and animals, have a reliable car, first aid and CPR certified, as well am epi pen and inhaler administration...
Jalina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Tanya S.
Derby, CT
$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, personable & understanding. I enjoy working with kids because of their pure innocence & the curiosity of the world. I'm looking for an opportunity that provides me w/ happiness & a healthy environment. I started working w/ kids when I was a teenager as a typical babysitter. I became a...
Tanya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Leanna B.
Hamden, CT
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Leanna, living in Hamden, CT, and pursuing my degree in nursing and psychology. I have always loved kids! I have been working with little people in various capacities much of my life. I started out as a kindergarten class aid and a counselor at a camp for special needs children. I began babysitting during high...
Leanna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lyndsay K.
Northford, CT
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as flexible, patient, and fun.
I like working with kids because it is rewarding to help them learn and grow! I love how working with kids doesn't feel like work because it's so fun!
I started working with kids when I was 12! I was a Mother's Helper. Then, I began babysitting at 14. Since then, I...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I started as a mothers helper and moved up to reoccurring babysitting. I also worked as an after school aide for third and 4th graders for a year in high school. Moving on to college I started working at a daycare. I worked at this daycare for 2. 5 years and mostly worked with ages 1-2-year-olds. I...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Julia and then had to cancel as plans changed and even with all of that as soon as plans Changed again she was right there to take it on babysitting. She was punctual she was reliable very respectful she listened to everything we'd had to say as parents...
James B.
5.0
(3)
*****currently unavailable**** I have over a decade of childcare experience in multiple situations; as a mother's helper, in day care centers, WFH situations, and when parents go into the office. Ages 3m-14yrs. I have been responsible for up to four children at one time with their age ranges being 5 months to 8 years old. I have...
Colleen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great with girls. VERY flexible with schedule. She cooked well for us and was to learning new meals. I already miss her."
Eric E.
Magdalen F.
Bridgeport, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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5.0
(1)
I have 10 + years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I am a dedicated, responsible, punctual loving, nurturing, well rounded individual. I have great experiences with kids and have excellent references. I have been a nanny/babysitter and mothers helper for more than 10-years. I work hard to help...
Magdalen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"M has been with our family for almost 3 1/2 years. She is deeply caring, patient and kind. She is trustworthy and in frequent communication with me about the children. We are only parting ways because we are moving. Any family would be lucky to have her."
Care member
4.8
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started out as a mother's helper and teaching/assisting Sunday school (pre-k-2nd-middle school). My experience has brought me to my most recent job as a nanny and tutor. Having dealt with both severe food allergies, sensory issues and high functioning Asperger's syndrome, I have come to learn that each child has their own way...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Mariah is a wonderful, reliable caregiver who watched my daughter for over 2 years. She is always on-time and very transparent about when she'll need time off, and has often helped out in a pinch. Highly recommended."
Michelle Y.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Marissa, I have experience working in child care for over 7 years. I have worked in a before and after-school program for a local elementary school, organizing crafts, and providing homework help. I have been a mother's helper/babysitter since I was 13, and I have worked at a local summer camp for about 4-5...
Marissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hello! I am a mom of 2 college kids who are in college. I have been in the field of education for over 20 years with experience with babies, toddlers, and all ages of children, students with special needs, and more. I am enthusiastic, energetic, creative, and kind.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Experience working with students on the spectrum
Love doing crafts and outdoor activities ! Anything that can be learned can be done in a fun way :)
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Abigail L.
Bridgeport, CT
$20-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I am Abby, and I have always been around my little cousins and started being a mother's helper as soon as I could. I am currently attending college to become an elementary school teacher. I am looking for babysitting jobs and possible nannying positions. I love helping families and taking stress off of their hands. I am...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a loving mom, wife, daughter, sister, friend, auntie, & one of my favorite roles a nanny/mother's helper! I have 16 years of caregiving experience with children of all ages. It's an honor to me when parents put their trust in me & allow me to care for and love their children!
From September 2017 to December 2022, I was...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Jessica S.
Cheshire, CT
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jess, I'm 21 years old and I was born and raised in Cheshire, Connecticut. I'm a recent college graduate from Elon University and will be back in Cheshire for the entire summer. Growing up, I was the oldest of 16 younger cousins so I was always the designated babysitter at family gatherings. I have eight years of...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in New Haven, CT?
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.
How can I find mother’s helpers near me in New Haven, CT?
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 New Haven, CT. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.
How much does it cost to hire a mother’s helper near me in New Haven, CT in May, 2025?
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 $21.50.