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Natalie G.

Oswego, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hello, my name is Natalie. I'm 33 years old and have a preschooler! I grew up being a mother's helper and babysat often. I worked at a few daycares in my late teens and early 20s. I was a nanny for several years in my early to mid 20s while attending college. I originally thought I'd get a degree in elementary education, but...
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Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I've been experienced with children my whole life I've always been a babysitter/nanny/housekeeper/errands runner/driver/shopper/cook/counselor/companion/helper/mom/dad/grand parent/ dog owner/ Make Things Happen I partakes in a few things in life I feel as any Caring job with Duties is for me I just always been that type of...
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Full-time Or Part-time Nanny

Aurora, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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I've been working with children all my life, since my mom is a school psychologist she used to take me to different schools in the district to spend time with children that have various disabilities. At the age of 11 years old I was a mom's helper until I was old enough to be a babysitter. I've been babysitting for about 8 years...
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Here To Help With Your Kiddos!

Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello there, I am kara and I am 22 years old. I have done babysitting and nannying for many years now. I started out as mother's helper and expanded out to nannying on my own. I have always had a passion to help kids learn and grow. I am very easy going and adjust to each kids schedule! I am here to make your life easier and...
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College Student Seeking Babysitting/Tutoring Gigs!

Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Sarah, and I am a rising senior attending UC Santa Barbara. I am originally from Naperville and have worked as a babysitter, mother's helper, and tutor since I was 12. I am a good listener, kind, and patient with all personalities! As a babysitter, I love to be active through sports and games, and I additionally...
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Warm And Nurturing. An Eager Helper.

Joliet, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as warm, introverted, kind. I like working with kids because I've grown up with four siblings and I am the oldest. I think kids are fun and I love being a role model for them. I'm looking for a job that allows me to take care of others. Because I have been told that nurturing comes naturally to...
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Olivia

Lisle, IL

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$20/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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Caring And A Peace Creature.

Naperville, IL

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$27/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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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Batavia, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Christine and I am a c. n. a. with nursing credits from Waubonsee. I have been working as a home-health helper for more than 20 years. I have worked with the elderly primarily, have had experience with severe autism, cared for children, and been a professional driver for disabled individuals for many years. I have...
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Joliet, IL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hey! My name is Emily and I am 21 years old. I love to work with children. I believe that I bring a lot to the table as I am young, allowing me to have energy and creativity, but also have the experience needed to make a respectable caregiver. I am seeking a family I can be as helpful as possible to. I am willing to enforce...
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Glen Ellyn, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
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 spent a 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 life and I'm...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Joliet, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
To begin with, starting even at the age of 8, my mother had my little brother and I constantly took care of him. I loved having a little brother so much that I am actually going to college to be a teacher now. I've been going to church since I was in pre-school. Since the age of 13, I have been an active helper in my churches...
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  • 12 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of November 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 Oswego, 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 $18.00.

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