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Mother's helpers in Portsmouth, RI
Aislinn S.
Portsmouth, RI
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Aislinn, I am 19 years old and currently studying Mechanical Engineering at Northeastern university. I am looking for a babysitting job when I am home for the summer. I have experience caring for preschool to middle school aged children!
I started working with kids when I was in the sixth grade as a mother's...
Aislinn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
From MA but now I live in Newport! I've been babysitting since I was 12 and have experience watching kids of all ages. I have been a Camp Counselor, Camp Director at the EYC Camp, and I am a teacher here on the island! I can babysit and help children get summer school-work done!
I teach middle school math so I can also offer...
Mckenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Multilingual (English, Spanish, French) babysitter with 5 years of experience as a nanny, babysitter, household helper and camp counselor. Red Cross CPR-trained, including infant CPR. I have a car, am a strong swimmer, and love to adventure outside with kids!
Agatha can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a Junior at Salve Regina University. I have been working with children since I was 12 (mothers helper) and have worked with children ranging from new born to 12 years old. I have worked with as much as 4 children at a time and I thoroughly enjoy working with all children of all ages!
Ani can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
I have been looking after children of all ages for over 12 years in all different types of environments. I have taken on the roles of babysitter, nanny, mother's helper, and camp counselor. I have also worked as a mentor for pre-teen and teenaged children for several years as part of my schooling in order to obtain my BSW from...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Hello there! My name is Lily, and I am thrilled to offer my childcare services to you all! I am a rising senior majoring in Elementary and Special Education. Child care has been an occurring thing in my life, from a mommy's helper, camp counselor, babysitter, and nanny.
My babysitting career started at the age of 14, and has...
Lily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
(3)
Hi everyone! My name is Aly, I'm a 24-year-old from Long Island, New York. I began babysitting as a mothers helper when I was 14 years old and have had different experiences ever since. I am now working as an 8th grade ELA teacher in Warren and am looking for a job for the summer vacation. I enjoy working with children very much...
Alyson can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Aly is truly a wonderful babysitter! She is trustworthy, punctual and our daughters are super excited when she comes over! She interacts so well with our daughters-keeping them by entertaining them by playing games with them or making crafts. Aly is the best and...
Lauren K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I started as a mothers helper and moved up to reoccurring babysitting. I also worked as an after school aide for third and 4th graders for a year in high school. Moving on to college I started working at a daycare. I worked at this daycare for 2. 5 years and mostly worked with ages 1-2-year-olds. I...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julia watched our 20 month old son when we were in town for a wedding. She was on time and professional. She sent updates and got him to fall asleep at bedtime even though he missed his nap. Overall great!"
Mary B.
Kelly M.
Wakefield, RI
$20-30/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 2 and have been a babysitter/mother's helper since I was 13. I also took a child development class and realized how much I enjoyed working with children. I have been caring for my own children the last 14 years as well as a few others, and I am looking forward to taking care of more. I love pets, the outdoors as...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelly has been so kind and patient with my infant and toddler, who weren't used to having a babysitter. She's super communicative and dependable. Thank you Kelly!!"
Bethany S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is India, and I have been a nanny for almost 8 years, and I've loved every minute of it. I have worked with children of all ages, but most of my experience is with newborns-10 months. I've held all types of positions - live-in, live-out, mothers' helper, nanny share, overnight care, etc. so whatever kind of help you...
India can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"India saved us from the last minute need for baby sitter. She was on time and very professional. She helped us take care of our 2 young sons while me and my partner had to attend office event."
Lakshmi M.
I am an elementary school teacher, who has spent the past 20 years at home, raising my own three children. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry.
I especially love working with babies but enjoy all children.
I do need to be available for my own teenagers before an after school so I am only available to work during the...
Eileen can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! :)
With over six years of combined experience in social work and education and have worked with children for over 15 years, I am a passionate and dedicated professional who strives to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families. I currently work as a substitute teacher for three school districts in...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
I have many years experience taking care of children since a young age. I have an abundance of love for children and I also am a mother to an 11-month-old little girl. I am willing to help with light house work and of course taking care of your little one!
Tayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as friendly, positive, gentle
I like working with kids because how new everything is to them. How any situation can be a fun, learning environment.
I started working with kids when I was 15 as a mothers helper. Then I became an assistant to a preschool teacher. During college I was a live in...
Phoebe K.
Providence, RI
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I'm an enthusiastic college student with lots of experience and flexibility. I started working as a caregiver in 2015 as a parent's helper, then moved into babysitting, teaching kids martial arts, tutoring high school and college students in writing, and working in a daycare as an assistant teacher. I've not only worked...
Phoebe can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
PART-TIME BABYSITTING, FULL-TIME BABYSITTING, OR PARENT'S HELPER - My name is Emily. I am a college student who has opted to take a leave of absence from Clark University due to the many challenges and uncertainties created by COVID. As a 2019 graduate of The Wheeler School, community service and social advocacy have been...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Abigail M.
West Kingston, RI
$13-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have been working with children since a young age and began being a mother's helper around the age of 12. Since then I have been babysitting for multiple families since around the age of 14. Throughout my years of sitting I have had a wide range of experiences. I've worked with families with 1, 2, and 3 children typically one...
Abigail can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been a Registered Nurse for 28 years. I mostly have experience with women, infants, and younger children but also have a love for the elderly. I am friendly, easy-going and a helper at heart. As my kids are off to college, I have more time available and would be happy to help in any way I can!
Carrisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I started being a mother's helper at the early age of 12, but I didn't start babysitting till a few years later. For 3 summers, I have worked at a summer camp with kids of all ages. I am an elementary education major at the University of Rhode Island working on my journey to become a teacher! I love working with kids and getting...
Elisabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
I've been babysitting for 8 years. I'm the oldest of five kids and I've been watching my brothers for years. Ive worked in Kid's ministry at my church for eight years. I've lead games and snack times. I've been a mommy's helper, helped with homework and home schooling. I've helped make dinner and lunch and snacks. I've helped...
Ava can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Portsmouth, RI
Alyson C.
5.0
Aly is truly a wonderful babysitter! She is trustworthy, punctual and our daughters are super excited when she comes over! She interacts so well with our daughters-keeping them by entertaining them by playing games with them or making crafts. Aly is the best and you're children will be in great...
- Lauren K.
Julia S.
5.0
Julia watched our 20 month old son when we were in town for a wedding. She was on time and professional. She sent updates and got him to fall asleep at bedtime even though he missed his nap. Overall great!
- Mary B.
Kelly M.
5.0
Kelly has been so kind and patient with my infant and toddler, who weren't used to having a babysitter. She's super communicative and dependable. Thank you Kelly!!
- Bethany S.
India H.
5.0
India saved us from the last minute need for baby sitter. She was on time and very professional. She helped us take care of our 2 young sons while me and my partner had to attend office event.
- Lakshmi M.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Portsmouth, RI?
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 Portsmouth, RI?
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 Portsmouth, RI. 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 Portsmouth, RI 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 $20.00.