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Emily P.

Child care

Plainfield, IL

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hey! My name is Emily and I am 20 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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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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Here To Help With Your Kiddos!

Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Nanny, Postpartum Doula, Counselor Intern

Joliet, IL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Hello! I'm excited for the opportunity to support your family this summer! I am a school-based therapist and post-partum Doula by training. I've earned a B. A. in Psychology & M. A. in Counseling, among other CE's and certifications. Growing up, I was always a "mother's helper" & that has inspired my career endeavors. My...
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Aurora, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
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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Energetic, Educated Babysitter & Mother's Helper

Aurora, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Janelle and I have 10+ years of experience caring for littles. I am self-employed so I benefit from a flexible schedule. I try to accommodate last-minute requests as much as possible and have immediate availability. My motto is "Let them be Little" as I think it's our duty as adults to make children feel loved and...
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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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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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Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Babysitter Or Part-Time Nanny

Mokena, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Caroline and I am a 20-year-old with experience as a nanny and a private swim lesson instructor. I am currently a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison majoring in Spanish and Business. I have been babysitting for 8 years with experience as a mother's helper including cooking, cleaning, laundry, and...
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Hinsdale, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am looking for a summer babysitting jobs. I will be available through August 8th. I am looking to work with 1 to 3 children. I have been driving for over 4 years and have a clean driving record. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I was a nanny/mother's helper for a 1-year-old the summer of 2022. The past 2...
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Batavia, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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Fun Sitter With 10 Years Of Experience

La Grange, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hey, I'm Tess! I'm a reliable and energetic 22-year-old who recently graduated from Illinois State University. I've always loved kids so I got involved in childcare as early as possible, first as a Mothers Helper at 11, then as the "neighborhood sitter", and eventually with nannying as well. My focus is on making sure your child...
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Nanny/Household Manager/Mother's Helper/DateNightSitter

Naperville, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Seeking a part time long term Nanny position with a kind family in a positive atmosphere. I have been assisting families for +10 years and have a vast amount of experience with many family care functions. I have worked with children from ages six months to teens. I am experienced with early childhood development and enjoy...
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Nanny/Mother's Helper/Personal Assistant

Willow Springs, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Child Care

Hinsdale, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
As a passionate and experienced caregiver, I am also a mother. Looking for a full time Friday-Sunday weekend helper position.
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Olivia

Lisle, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Naperville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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...

Host Party Helper / Cleaner/Organizer Babysitter

Downers Grove, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Part-time Caregiver Available

Clarendon Hills, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Many years of babysitting experience, day camp helper, gymnastics coach, and a degree in early childhood education

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

  • The average post rate is $23.00/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 Plainfield, 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 $23.00.

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