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Madeline S.

Glen Rock, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
"Bilingual Nanny (Spanish/English) - Reliable & Caring" Hello! My name is Madeline , and I am an experienced nanny and mother's helper living in Paterson, NJ. I am originally from Costa Rica, a native Spanish speaker, and currently improving my English. I am a U. S. permanent resident with full legal authorization to work. I...
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Sydney F.

Super Helper!

New York, NY

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm a 24-year-old actor living in the vibrant neighborhood of Washington Heights. While pursuing my passion for acting, I've found work as a reoccurring nanny for a family in the city. I've been caring for children for several years now, covering kids of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I pride myself on creating...
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Renata Q.

Nana Helper :)

Cliffside Park, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
Experienced and responsible babysitter with over 18 years of experience. Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while prioritizing children's safety and well-being. Trusted by parents I am wiling to help you.
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Caroline C.

Part-Time/Full-Time Nanny, Helper, Babysitter

New York, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I'm a grad student living in PLG looking for some flexible work this summer. Potentially can work days not listed but didn't want to overpromise! I've tutored and mentored all ages, mostly middle school and elementary. I worked with middle and high school with Girls, Inc of NYC for two years and can tutor in ELA, ESL, and...
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Autumn M.

All About Me!

New York, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My personality is outgoing, nurturing, and creative. I'm patient and an excellent communicator. My child skills include conscientiousness, engaging with children on their level, and picking up information quickly. I like working with kids because everyday is a new opportunity to help them grow. I have a genuine love for...
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Helene R.

Joyful, Musical, And Creative Childcare Provider With 3 Years Of Experience

New York, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello there! I am a recent graduate of Nazareth University with a BFA in musical theatre. I am joyful, creative, adventurous, and kind. I find working with kids to be so rewarding. They have big feelings and so much creativity, which are two qualities I think we could all use a little bit more of! It warms my heart to help a...
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Zack Y.

Positive, And Engaging Helper

New York, NY

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Zack, and I have a strong background working with children thanks to my years with The Young Americans. Through this international music and education program, I taught workshops, mentored kids of all ages, and lived with host families across the U. S., Europe, and Asia. These experiences taught me how to...
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Irma M.

Hawthorne, NJ

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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Irma, I'm fully vaccinated including the booster shot.. I've been taking care of children for over 10 years. I worked as a Traders Assistant for 23 years. I left 20 years ago to care for my then 3-year-old daughter. I've been a nanny to kids ages 6 months to teens.. I've been a mother's helper, after school...
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Paola O.

New York, NY

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
Hi! My name is Paola - and caring for kids is truly my passion. I've worked in schools and childcare settings for years, so I'm very comfortable creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for children of all ages. I'm currently studying Early Childhood Education, and I love bringing what I learn into my work-whether that's...
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Ivelisse S.

Experienced Bilingual Family Helper

New York, NY

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$40/hr
15 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
I am an experienced babysitter and have worked with children ranging from newborns to 14 years old. I was previously a Director of an Elementary School for 6 years and middle school for 3 years and have decided to slow down. I absolutely love children and cannot see myself working in any other field so I babysit. I love to stay...
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Maddie H.

Babysitter/Nanny

Ho Ho Kus, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Maddie. I am 20 years old and am from Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ. Growing up, I have always been a babysitter. My most recent job was as a mommy's helper with infant triplets. I am responsible, fun, and more than capable of providing a safe environment for the kiddos. As all of our plans have been derailed, I have been home...
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Lisa L.

Momma's Helper

Saddle River, NJ

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$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I was a stay-at-home mom for over 30 years, involved in everything in my children's schools from sports to clubs, foundations and charities. Now I am an empty nester looking for meaningful ways to fill my time while helping working parents and their families. I have some tutoring experience, as well as, a few yoga teaching...
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Skylar D.

(Nanny)

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've been nannying for 8 years alongside my writing career. It's taught me patience, communication, compassion, and responsibility. I am 27 years old but have been working in childcare since age 14, and it's been one of my greatest joys. I am present, creative, energetic, and a huge hands on helper. I'd love to work with you and...

Yewebdar T. says "Skylar has been an outstanding babysitter to our two boys for over 9 months now and we would absolutely recommend her services. She is always punctual...

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Angela C.

Babysitter

New York, NY

4.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
I am currently between jobs in NYC. I have experience in the Fashion Industry but prior to this and graduating college I babysat for 5 families. I have been a nanny and a mothers helper for ages ranging from 5 months old to 10 years old. On top of this I was a tennis camp counselor with a focus on the 5-7 age group. I would love...

Elizabeth R. says "Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking...

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Kessley J.

About Kessley :)

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a kind and hardworking student with a love of children. From being a Mother's Helper, to a one-off babysitter to teaching Baby Ballet for 6 years, I have an immense amount of experience. I've worked with lots of kids with unique needs, and I'm flexible to your family's needs. I'd describe my personality as helpful,...

Melissa J. says "Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and helps with...

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Carlie V.

Caring, Creative Carlie: Your Trusted Family Helper!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Carlie! I have over 7 years of babysitting experience and have worked with children of all ages. During college, I babysat for several families in the Chapel Hill area, and I was a family assistant for one family. Currently, I work in the non-profit sector as an Education Supervisor, overseeing tutoring services for...

Care Member says "Awesome with children of all ages and added bonus of being a tutor! We used both services and were very impressed. "

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Sheryl H.

Wonderful Nanny/Babysitter/Mother's Helper

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm a skilled and knowledgeable caregiver in all areas with patience and care and experience in both classes of society, one of my main work areas is in Manhattan, Westchester and the Bronx. I'm flexible in caring for up to 4 children at once. I'm also an excellent multi-tasker caring for children, helping with home work,...

Stephen M. says "AMAZING-INCREDIBLE-LOVING We currently employ Sheryl and are relocating overseas, but unfortunately our incredible nanny is not able to join us. She...

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Eleni L.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi! I've been working with kids since I was 13, starting as a mother's helper and now with over a decade of experience as a nanny. I've worked with newborns through preteens, including siblings and kids of all abilities, and have experience in infant/toddler classes and newborn night care. I'm hands-on, patient, and love to be...

Care Member says "Eleni was amazing with my 4 year old daughter. She is patient and engaging and really took my shy kid right out of her shell. I couldn't recommend her...

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Lucy S.

Baby Whisperer

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there!!! Thank you so much for viewing my profile. My name is Lucy. When I was younger, I was a mothers helper for a couple of families and it gradually turned into babysitting when I was just 12. I currently still babysit for these families one of whom has 5 children including a newborn, a toddler and an autistic child. I am...

Jessica F. says "Lucy is AMAZING!!! I hired her to pick up my two children and take them to aftercare at a nearby daycare facility. I couldn't be happier with her...

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Maribel V.

Bayside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
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...

Simone T. says "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...

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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Paramus, NJ

Mother's Helpers in Paramus, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Skylar D.

Skylar has been an outstanding babysitter to our two boys for over 9 months now and we would absolutely recommend her services. She is...

- Yewebdar T.

Angela C.

Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great...

- Elizabeth R.

Kessley J.

Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and...

- Melissa J.

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 Paramus, NJ. 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 $30.00.

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