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19 mother's helpers are listed in Portland, ME
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 8 years
Mother's helpers in Portland, ME
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Christephanie (pronouced like Gwen Stephanie but with a Chris haha). Originally from Hopedale Massachusetts, I've previously lived in Portland, Maine but have now moved to Downtown Boston. Some things that would great to know about me is that, I have experience with taking care of kids of all age ranges due to...
Christephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christephanie is a very creative sitter. Your child will have a lot of fun with her!"
Bonnie P.
Hello!
I'm a caring, reliable, honest, and creative helper. Along with being a live-in nanny for one year, caring for three children in France, I have also worked as a part-time nanny for three children in Washington D. C. In 2019 I was a volunteer at the Toddler and Infant Program at a School for the Blind in Watertown MA....
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily and I looking for more flexible hours while I increase the number of clients I have as a life coach. I have years of experience and reference upon request. I am CRP trained and have a BS in behavioral science I am extremely reliable and have a very strong work ethic. I am located in Biddeford, but have...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I would like to work for you. I have many experiences about the children because I did 2 voluntary child care. I was assistant babysitting and assist helper. I assist the children to do the homework after school and many different things.
Aicha can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Abigail G.
Portland, ME
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is abbie, just moved to Portland after graduating from UVM and am looking for the occasional childcare opportunity. I have about 10ish years of experience from your typical babysitting gig to elementary after school teacher and mothers helper. I'm comfortable and have experience with ages as young as a few weeks...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I grew up babysitting for my 5 cousins who lived in the same town as me. I was in high school at the time and they ranged from 4 years old to 14 years old. I was a mothers helper not too long ago which allowed the mother to take care of things around the house that she needed to while I looked after the children. I have also...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello hello,
My name is Ella, and I work as a graphic designer / baker and looking to make some extra money!
I am originally from Brooklyn, New York, but moved to Maine after attending college at Bates in Lewiston!
I have lots of experience working with kids of all ages. I have been a mothers helper with a 4-week-old, worked...
Nicole S.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Nanny Looking To Provide Care For An Awesome Family!
I have always enjoyed working with children and find it rewarding to be able to contribute to their development. My child care experience has just grown exponentially from being a mother's helper at age 11, to being a lead toddler teacher at bright horizons in Boston. I worked through middle school and high school doing...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Kendall D.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative Sitter With Teaching Experience Seeking Full Or Part-time Work!
- 10+ years providing child care (infants, special needs, multiples)
- 2+ years as Montessori teaching assistant, sub, after school care (ages 2-13)
- CPR and first aid certified
- Fluent in French
Hello! My name is Kendall and I've been caring for children for 10 years. I started out as an in-class partner/tutor for younger...
Kendall can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Ali, I'm 28, and I was born and raised in Maine. I've loved working with children from a young age, when I began as a mother's helper for a family friend at the age of 11. I worked for them every summer until my senior year of high school, and still keep in touch with them to this day! I've had extensive experience in...
Ali can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as caring, fun, and thoughtful.
I like working with kids because I enjoy their sense of living in the present and allowing kids to explore their imagination.
I'm looking for a job that allows the day-to-day routine to be different.
I started working with kids when I was very little! I was a...
Meg can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Catherine C.
South Portland, ME
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I began being a caretaker for children as early as I could. I started as a mother's helper at the age of 12 and since then have been lucky enough to work for many different families in my community with children ranging in age from 1 month to 12+ years. I am nurturing, reliable, kind, playful and I truly love watching a child...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Catherine was a great regular baby sitter for our 2.5 year old son. He grew fond of her very quickly and looked forward to his time with her."
Emily M.
Ava G.
Scarborough, ME
$25-37/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am looking for a full time nannying position for this upcoming summer! I will be back from school mid-May (exact date TBD as the final exam schedule has not come out yet)
I am a second year college student at Holy Cross (Worcester, MA) where I am studying Economics. I am from Scarborough, Maine and still live locally!
I...
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi! My name is Ali! I grew up with a handful of siblings, so I started babysitting at a young age. I was a mother's helper for a sweet 1-year-old girl. As I got older, I began to volunteer in an elementary school in both a first grade classroom and a self-contained autism classroom with some nonverbal students.
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Isabelle P.
Scarborough, ME
$23/hr • 12 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, observant, and outgoing.
I'm looking for a consistent job where I am able to bring my 4-month-old daughter with me!
I started working with kids 12 years ago as a mother helper and received my red cross babysitting certification. Since then I have cared for many children ranging from...
Isabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a stay-at-home mother for 15 years. My current nanny job is coming to an end as the children will be entering school this fall. I am ready to help other busy moms.
Katherine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Katherine is an absolutely wonderful nanny and I would recommend her to any family! She has been taking care of my kids for the last 2.5 years, since they were 8 months and 3 years old. She is incredibly patient and loving with them, and always has the most...
Megan E.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been independently caring for children of various ages for the past eight years. I have three younger siblings, I have cared for and I also served as a mother's helper for a young mother of two little boys. I have worked various before school and after school jobs, so drop-off/pickups are not a problem for me. I also have...
Kassaundra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sara F.
Freeport, ME
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 20+ years of experience working as a mothers helper, live in nanny and babysitter. I've also worked with kids through coaching lacrosse, teaching English as a foreign language and running my business.
I focus on play, encouraging curiosity and presence.
Hi there!
Currently self employed as a house cleaner and help out a local senior household that has become a good friend of mine! I've done anything and everything from helping clean out full closets and sifting through what to donate to helping decorate the house for Christmas. I also animal/house sit as well as walk dogs! I...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Portland, ME
Christephanie C.
5.0
Christephanie is a very creative sitter. Your child will have a lot of fun with her!
- Bonnie P.
Catherine C.
5.0
We hired Catherine to watch our infant and we're delighted with how professional and caring she is. He was in a terrible mood (sorry, Catherine!), but she was patient and sweet with him. Definitely would hire again.
- Sarah T.
Katherine S.
5.0
Katherine is an absolutely wonderful nanny and I would recommend her to any family! She has been taking care of my kids for the last 2.5 years, since they were 8 months and 3 years old. She is incredibly patient and loving with them, and always has the most creative and fun ideas of crafts or...
- Megan E.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Portland, ME?
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 11 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 Portland, ME?
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 Portland, ME. 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 Portland, ME 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 $18.36.