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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I work from home in the technology space and love being around children. I grew up in a fun loving, boisterous household with my 4 close siblings. We started a babysitters club between my sitters from a very early age and I spent my summers through High School and College nannying. I live on the island and have a vehicle. I...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Linda is awesome! She did a great job with my two young sons (5 and 16 months). She has an outgoing, fun and upbeat personality, which really resonated with our boys. She was very responsive, on time and did everything we asked as it related to care for our kids....
Amanda T.
Kiki S.
Vineyard Haven, MA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kiki, I am 23 years old with 10+ years experience working with kids. I started when I was 12, as a mothers helper for a family with triplets, and I continued on to babysit for them until I was 18. I have also been a seasonal nanny, and have had various long-term and short-term babysitting gigs with many...
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the past several years, I have cared for children ages 1-12 years old. As a teenager, I also helped my mother raise and care for my 5 younger siblings. I have done mother's helper jobs in which I assist mothers with their children or household chores and been available and flexible for whatever comes up. I have also cared...
Schylie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is very kind and even tempered. Plays games, does crafts and outdoor activities. We allowed Schylie to take our grandson on outings to playground and park, walking trails etc. We felt very comfortable with Schylie and her ability to make responsible...
Debra V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for about 8 years now, starting as a Mother's Helper and moving on to be a regular babysitter for several families. These include a 3-year-old girl, a 7-year-old girl and her 2-year-old brother, two brothers (1 and 2) and a pair of sisters who are 10 months and 2. 5 years. I also worked several...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had Livvy babysit our 11-month-old and 2.5-year-old while we were on vacation nearby a couple of times. She showed up on time, took the time to get the girls to warm up to her, and did a great job entertaining them as well as helping to keep the place tidy. She...
Jessica L.
Soraya M.
Chilmark, MA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a graduate student, teacher, tutor, and caregiver. Prior to graduate school, I was a full-time lower elementary Montessori teacher and have over a decade of experience providing child care. As a teacher, tutor, or homework-helper, I love teaching all academic subjects and can differentiate instruction to meet your child's...
Soraya can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Hello! I have over 10 years experience babysitting and nannying. I have worked as a pre-k teacher at a learning center, as well as an art teacher for kids of all ages, ranging from 3 to 18. Ideally, I would bring my 3-year-old with me, but don't worry! She's super friendly and the sweetest little helper!
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I have a younger brother and have spent my time throughout high school caring for him and his friends. I was my mommy's helped but I can be yours too. Aside from my familial experience I babysat and tutored families in my school community for several years. I cooked, cleaned, crafted, and put them to bed with a story.
Keeva can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Oak Bluffs, MA
Linda W.
5.0
Linda is awesome! She did a great job with my two young sons (5 and 16 months). She has an outgoing, fun and upbeat personality, which really resonated with our boys. She was very responsive, on time and did everything we asked as it related to care for our kids. We would absolutely hire her again....
- Amanda T.
Schylie L.
5.0
Schylie brings a positive relaxed and calm energy to whatever she does. I really relied on her this year as I recovered from a relapse in chronic health condition. She helped me with transport, cooking, household organization and moral support! She clearly genuinely enjoys helping people. I...
- Rosebelle T.
Olivia W.
5.0
Livvy has been a wonderful caregiver for my son with special needs. He really loves spending time with her. She is intelligent, responsible and kind. I would highly recommend Livvy!
- Gretchen M.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Oak Bluffs, MA?
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.
How can I find mother’s helpers near me in Oak Bluffs, MA?
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 Oak Bluffs, MA. 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 Oak Bluffs, MA in May, 2024?
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 $50.00.