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Hi! I've been babysitting for the past 7 years and am looking for a part-time/once in a while job to fit around my full time work schedule! I love working with kids and I think your kids will love me too. I have experience from mothers-helper to full time nanny positions. Hope you meet you and your littles soon!
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! I'm happy that you found my page. I have worked with different groups of children age 6 months to 11 years old. From a single child to a daycare camp center where I have lead and assisted, up to 30 children. A normal day would usually consist of arts & crafts, educational games, readings and pool time. With the children...
Katiana can also help with: Swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Natalie and I am a 21-year-old college student majoring in Psych! I'm CPR certified, have a reliable car, I am vaccinated and boosted, and I am a non smoker.
I have extensive experience working with children of all ages! Most of my experience is within the age range of newborn-5 years old. I worked in...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ruby G.
Long Beach, NY
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient and responsible.
I like working with kids because it just brings me so much joy and excitement. I love watching them grow and being able to be a positive influence in their lives. It's very rewarding to see their little personalities develop and to witness their imagination at work,...
Ruby can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I can also help with laundry and prepare meals. I would love to help with school work and online school. I can also promise you that my number one priority is your child's safety, happiness, and your comfort.
Yasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Alexis F.
Bellmore, NY
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My whole life I loved being around kids. I have been a mother's helper and gradually worked myself up to be a babysitter. I have also worked at a camp for 4 years. I've watched kids of all ages and have taken care of a kid with special needs. I have also worked at Friendly's were kids are a BIG focus. I am a very active person...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
I absolutely love kids! What else is there to say? Taking care of children is a passion of mine. Although I do not have much professional experience, the little I do have has been meaningful. I've worked at an after school program as a councilor for children ages 5-7 for a few months and I loved it. I was responsible for...
Kamala can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 23 and just graduated from SUNY New Paltz. Not only can I contribute my experience to being the oldest of 7, I have been babysitting since I was 14, have worked with special needs kids, been a homework helper, worked as a camp counselor, and was a youth leader at a church. I also babysat regularly for multiple families while...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hailey was my coworker for a few years and she is super responsible and friendly!"
Skye Z.
5.0
(4)
I've been a Nanny/ mom's helper for over 10yrs plus. I give 100 percent of my time to my job, I'm willing to help with baby laundry, prepare baby food and light house keeping etc. I have a passion for arts and craft which I teach all the kids I've work with.
For more information about me I am willing to provide my reference...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sandra was my two children's full time nanny for 2.5 years. She was always punctual, responsible and loving. She always made sound and safe decisions. She is outgoing, fun and creative.
My boys loved when Sandra came every morning and was sad to see her leave...
Jodi W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Gemima; I'm 21 years old. I speak five languages: my country language, Lingala, French, still learning Spanish, of course English and ASL. I'm currently working as a parent coach within ACS. With a very flexible schedule. I have five years of experience in childcare. I've worked with children from 5 weeks to 19...
Gemima can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gemima was amazing with my one year old daughter. She was very intuitive to my daughter's needs and communicative with me while my daughter was in Gemima's care. My daughter loved playing with Gemima, and I didn't have any worries while she was in Gemima's care. I...
Joy Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ana and I'm a 32-year-old college graduate looking for a part-time position or occasional work.
I have over 10 years of paid experience caring for children of all ages. I've been an au pair, a live-in and live-out nanny, a babysitter, and a mom's helper. My experience ranges from bottle feeding for newborns, and...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ana is a gem! I wish she could still take care of my two boys every day!"
Elisa B.
Sydney K.
New York, NY
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Sydney, and I am a recent grad with 8+ years of babysitting experience. I was a competitive dancer my whole life so I babysat many of the younger girls I danced with and have many credible references from those experiences. I have also worked as a mother's helper for 5 children in virtual school while their...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney was amazing with our girls. We needed a sitter last minute and we were able to touch base with her. Our girls took to her really fast. She showed up on time, played and interacted with the children from the get go. The next morning our eldest went on and on...
Stacey W.
Maya F.
Brooklyn, NY
$23-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.0
(3)
Hi neighbors!
I am looking for a full time babysitting, housekeeping, or general family helper job. I am currently attending school to become a 2nd grade teacher, and am looking for an income while doing so! I take pride in my ability to connect with kids and acclimate quickly to every child's tendencies. I have been nannying...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"My kids adore Maya! They never want her to leave and are always ecstatic when I tell them that she is coming over to watch them. Maya is punctual, respectful, and so very loving! She helps my youngest with her homework and she seems to be the only person that gets...
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 25-year-old alumnus of the University of Pittsburgh, with a BS in Psychology. Having recently relocated to New York, I am beginning my search for work with loving families in the area. I have worked as a Child Development Specialist at a residential treatment facility for the past two years. This was an incredibly...
Elyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
"Professionally, I have worked with Elyssa in various situations. She has an excellent work ethic as evidenced by her being reliable, approachable and a team player. During her time at the center, Elyssa took initiative giving ideas and suggestions for unit...
Rachel R.
5.0
(1)
I have 2 years of experience, I was a helper for a few years at my church's Sunday school nursery. I can help with cooking/meal prep, laundry, errands, grocery shopping, carpool, crafts. I Love movies and music and enjoying nice days outside exploring the city.
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Madison is a very caring, attentive and patient person. My experiences with her have been remarkable."
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
During my community service in High School, I volunteered at an Elementary as an after-school care helper. I helped care for kids with Special Needs and, on a regular basis, every day I would assist in caring for a class of 20 kids ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old kids. I totally loved the experience of sharing in their fun...
Maribel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Be lucky if you can have Maribel spend time with your little ones! She is the absolute best! We wish we could take her with us everywhere we go!"
Josh D.
5.0
(3)
Hello, I appreciate you for considering me!
My skills include helping with homework, food prep, preparing for bed/school (washing up/laundry/cooking) date night, overnight, travel, & helping children to understand themselves and their emotions.
I'd describe my personality as honest, creative, and compassionate
I like...
Khrista can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"I love Khrista, the way she was understanding of not only my terms but also towards my two children, S and J. I trust how caring and responsible she is with them especially since J is 8. I’m grateful to have found someone like Khrista with care."
Care member
Maribel V.
Bayside, NY
$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently working in a school and I would be available to work part time in the early afternoon and evenings as well as on the weekends. I have 2 daughters who are recent college grads and I am looking for part time work. I am a homeowner, and a housewife, who also works for the NYC Dept of Education for about 18 years. I'm...
Maribel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We were in town for my brother's wedding and hired Maribel to babysit our then 19 month old for 2 days. The first day was a trial period and our son immediately warmed up to her. Her years of experience shines through in her comfort, ease and confidence around our...
Simone T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Keila. I have been babysitting since I was 12, and was helping keep an eye on my two younger siblings long before that. I love working with kids and have experience with newborns through middle school aged children, from 10+ years of babysitting experience and 6+ years as a summer camp counselor. I am looking for a...
Keila can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"I hired Keila to help babysit, pickup and drop off my eight year old. Keila has always been punctual and dependable. In addition she interacts and plays games with my child which makes such a big difference as compared to just taking care and watching TV. She is...
Andy L.
5.0
(1)
I have been a devoted and reliable nanny with 12 years in childcare. I have both long-term and short-term experience with children of all ages ranging from newborns to pre-teens and teens. I bring a high energy to all nanny jobs and supply loving care while making sure to meet disciplinary and educational goals for each child. I...
Anne can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anne is incredibly professional, responsible and caring. She has babysat for my two boys since they were babies and I trust her completely. She has taken care of them overnight and helped with homework and meals. They are now 10 and 13.
She also helped with...
Jennifer B.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Oceanside, NY
Hailey G.
5.0
Hailey occasionally babysits for our 2 boys (2.5yrs & 6yrs old). She is fun and engaging with them and very dependable and responsible. The boys love having Hailey over and we feel comfortable with them being in her care.
- Eric J.
Sandra C.
5.0
Sandra is currently the nanny to our 9.5 month old, and she started with us when our daughter was 4 months old. We found her in care.com. The only reason we are willing to part with Sandra when our baby turns 1, is because we are planning to start part time daycare at that time, and Sandra needs...
- Care member
Gemima L.
5.0
Gemima was amazing with my one year old daughter. She was very intuitive to my daughter's needs and communicative with me while my daughter was in Gemima's care. My daughter loved playing with Gemima, and I didn't have any worries while she was in Gemima's care. I would definitely book her again and...
- Joy Y.
Ana M.
5.0
Ana is a gem! I wish she could still take care of my two boys every day!
- Elisa B.
Sydney K.
5.0
Sydney was amazing with our girls. We needed a sitter last minute and we were able to touch base with her. Our girls took to her really fast. She showed up on time, played and interacted with the children from the get go. The next morning our eldest went on and on about their play while we were...
- Stacey W.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Oceanside, NY?
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 Oceanside, NY?
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 Oceanside, NY. 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 Oceanside, NY 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 $15.00.