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Courtney H.

Date Night Sitter/Occasional Care Sitter

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Courtney. I am a current Kindergarten Teacher. I have my Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and my Masters in Educational Leadership. I have worked in daycares, preschools and as a babysitter. I am comfortable with infants, toddlers and school age children and can also offer tutoring for primary age children...
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Experienced & Loving Child Care Provider

Evanston, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
As a kind, patient, and trustworthy caregiver, I bring years of hands-on experience, having raised six wonderful children who are now successful adults with families of their own. I have also cared for children with special needs, including autism and profound hearing loss, ensuring they feel safe, understood, and engaged. I...
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Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nannying isn't a job to me, but an extension to my life I so much enjoy to work with children. I have 10+ years as I am the oldest of 3, I've always been mommas helper. I have experience from newborn to teen. I will work on reaching your child's milestone most importantly while having fun!
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Experienced, Friendly Babysitter

Wilmette, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I started working with kids when I was a kid myself, being a mother's helper for a neighbor, then becoming their babysitter when I was around 13. I ran a small summer camp a few hours a day out of my backyard from when I was 12 to 14, then babysat intermittently throughout junior high, high school, and college. One thing you...
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Fun Sitter, Nanny, And Helper!

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Sophia and I have always loved helping people! In high school, I was involved with Best Buddies and now I work with a variety of people in my service organization. In my 4 years of high school, I regularly helped at my churches preschool and Sunday School. Last summer I worked as a lifeguard, but unfortunately, most...
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Caring And A Peace Creature.

Naperville, IL

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$25/hr
15 years experience
I'd describe my personality as compassionate gentle and loyal. I like working with kids because it's my passion. I'm looking for a job that I can connect with a child I started working with kids when I was 13 as a mother's helper In my spare time, I like to hike One thing you should know about me is I am a mom
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British Lady Seeks Companion Position

Evanston, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, there. Albeit moons ago I arrived in the US as a fully trained British nanny and housekeeper. My first position was nanny to a newborn, then two toddlers. I married and raised two daughters. I managed house for a single mother and four teens. I have companion cared for a senior gentleman, a challenged teen, and a senior lady...
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Compassionate & Reliable Nanny | Newborn Care Specialist | Loving Support & Household Helper

Winnetka, IL

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$10/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
With the years of hands on experience, caring for children, both through, raising my own daughter now a bright and accomplished, 17-year-old and supporting family members, I have developed a deep passion for nurturing little ones. I understand the importance of patience, love, and creating a safe and enriching environment for...
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Child Care Helper!

Oak Lawn, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a fun, caring, professional and helpful individual. I have worked in the education field for the last 5 years with children ages 3-6. I have experience with special needs (Autistic) children, and children ages 2-15. I am a paraprofessional during the day as my full time career and am looking for additional income on the...
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Lombard, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I started as a mommy's helper when I was just 13. Went to Columbia and received my BFA in photography specializing in family and children. I worked in a photography studio for 5 years and they went under when the economy crashed. I had the opportunity to help a family out and have been with them for the last 8 years and now I'm...
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Nanny/Mother's Helper/Personal Assistant

Willow Springs, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'm a Mom, so I get it and understand the importance of knowing that our kiddos are safe, happy, and healthy while away. I have a Membership at the Brookfield Zoo, DuPage Children's Museum, Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium, if you're okay with activities outside of the home. I would love to see if we would be a good fit...
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Olivia

Lisle, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Olivia! I have babysat small children from ages 3 and up in their homes and I have been the "errand runner" being a mother's helper. I also have taught children at theater camps from ages 3 and up - so I have worked with large groups of youth as well. Pictures are of me with the main boys I nannied, in Los Angeles. I...
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European Nanny/Caregiver, Mummy's Helper And Pet Watcher/Whisperer.

Evanston, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
French/English former teacher now with two teenagers looking for Nancy, caregiver role and pet friendly in/around Evanston. I am bilingual in French and love to cook, plan mealtimes and organize trips with kids to keep them entertained and occupied with screen time. Also pet watcher /caregiver who considers pets members of the...
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Naperville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Kate, I'm 19 and im looking for full time nanny job! A little about me: *located in naperville but willing to drive up to 10 miles *nannied for multiple families *experience with gentle parenting *have over 10 years of paid experience (mothers helper starting at 9) *worked at a swim school as a instructor...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Emma. I have been nannying off and on for 12 years. I am recently separated from the Air Force and moved to Chicago this past winter to pursue studies in Forensics and Anthropology. I love children, and am experienced as a pet sitter as well. I am comfortable with most pets, but please check ahead of time if you have a...
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Family Helper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi everyone! I have 8+ years of childcare experience as a nanny, gymnastics instructor, eldest sister and after-school volunteer. I've also recently gotten into home management and I love it! I can assist with laundry, dishes, room tidying, organizing closets/drawers/ storage rooms, meal prep, errands, personal assistant...

Jerry T. says "Candice was the nanny to our 11-month-old daughter. She is a great nanny, I highly recommend working with Candice. She not only brightened up our...

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Host Party Helper / Cleaner/Organizer Babysitter

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
Hi , currently working as a house manager and organizer , I am looking for a part time nanny position , experienced and references available . More than 15 years of nanny / babysitter experiences . Clean record driving , If you need an extra hands running your house let me know , I am helping families to maintain their home and...

Care Member says "Gilda is a remarkable organizer and caretaker of my home. I fully recommend her and give her 5 stars, A+ rating. Always on time, always a very pleasant...

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Fun Babysitter

Northbrook, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Would be great for a mothers helper. I have experience in volunteering at a day care center. In addition, I have passed CPR and babysitting certifications from the Red Cross.
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Clarendon Hills, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Many years of babysitting experience, day camp helper, gymnastics coach, and a degree in early childhood education
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Glen Ellyn, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I started as a mothers helper when I was in elementary school and became an aunt at age 11! At age 16 I became a nanny. I have been a nanny or weekend babysitter ever since. I have spent the last year and a half working with adults with special needs and have a lot of experience in that area. I'm starting a new chapter in my...
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  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 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 1 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 Oak Park, 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 $20.00.

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