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I am a 21-year-old college student and I love spending time with kids, whether it is helping them with homework, singing and dancing with them, or just watching them. I work as a volunteer at my church nursery, and I have babysat for friends and people in my church. I am not opposed to helping with the occasional household chore...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
4.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
HI! I am a 28-year-old professional, bilingual Nanny. I have 10+ years of experience working with children from infancy to teenagers. I've taken care of every child I've worked with as if they were my own because I truly understand how much trust it takes for a parent to put them in my care. I managed to do pod sessions if...
Sandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Sandy was our very first nanny and cared for two babies who were 10 months old when they first met her. She made the transition of returning back to work so much easier with her calming presence and natural talent for childcare. She approached each day with a...
Stephanie K.
Kiamira B.
Piscataway, NJ
$22-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello
If your are looking for a babysitter or a mother's helper, keep reading. I am a 23-year-old criminal justice B. A. 7 years of experience with childcare/mothers helper for all ages. I specialize in day care learning, homework help, house training, potty training, and sleep training. Some of my best qualities are...
Kiamira can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Recent review:
5.0
Kia did a wonderful job with our 1 year old daughter! She was also great with our two dogs. I would recommend to anyone.
Gina T.
Lauren S.
Somerville, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
36-year-old professional in Somerville. Laid off from my corporate gig in the spring, taking a bit of a pivot and gotten back into childcare.
In my previous life I considered myself an Operations guru, but currently enjoying the title of kid entertainer/wrangler/friend. Started as a mother's helper at 10, babysat all through...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Lauren took care of my two young, energetic sons early morning and after school, including dropoff and pickup. She bonded so easily with the boys and managed their playtime very well, ensuring they had fun safely. Both enjoyed their time with Lauren and ask about...
Tiffany K.
Laura D.
Bridgewater, NJ
$25-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi Parents, I started working with kids at the age of 10 being a mother's helper with 2 premature twins and 2 kids under 7. Since then I've worked with numerous families ranging from ages newborn- preteen. I love working with kids and participating in activities such as crafts and baking with a huge emphasis on themes/holidays!...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Laura was a savior to our family. She cared for my twin babies as infants to toddlerhood. She is so warm, caring, and very dependable. She did a great job of entertaining them while also keeping up with their schedule. She helped prep their food, kept tidy, and...
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Victoria A.
Piscataway, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
A helper you can trust. A caregiver your child or pet will love. No worries.
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hello, my name is Sonia I am 18 years old and a student at RVCC. I used to be an assistant teacher at The Learning Experience where I learned my love for childcare and caregiving. I've worked with children as young as 4 months to 13-year-olds. Some of my best qualities are cooking meals, planning activities, helping with...
Sonia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
My name is Zyleyma and I am a Music Business graduate from Berklee College of Music. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified and I have about 3 and half years of experience in the childcare field as a mother's helper/family assistant, nanny/babysitter, after school and summer camp counselor. I've had the opportunity to work with...
Zyleyma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hi my name is Giselle and I am a current full time student at University pursing a major of Animal Sciences going to the path of becoming a Wildlife Biologist. I am also apart of a Puppy Raising Club in position as a sitter. I am 19 years old and I have babysat for most of my life as an older cousin in my big family. I have also...
Giselle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
I'd describe my personality as effervescent, reliable and careing
I'm looking for a job that let's me help mom's get the support they need and giving the child the care and love they deserve
I started working with kids when I was 12 yrs old as a mothers helper
In my spare time, I like to hang out with friends and watch...
Hello! I am 18 years old and am a freshman at Rutgers University. I am CPR/ AED certified. I am very friendly and adapt to new situations quickly. I am hoping to pursue a career with children and have always been interested in tutoring/teaching. I love working with children. Thank you so much in advance!
I'd describe my...
Felicia B.
Somerset, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have an extensive background in early childhood education as a teacher in the infant room to school-aged children to a head teacher position managing a classroom and conducting lessons and activities that are age appropriate. I have two small children of my own ages 3 years old and 5 months. I am also a certified English...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
My name is Jenifher they call me Jen . I live in bound brook , I'm 29 years old I have one kid (6 years old . )
I love taking care about people and help them with their activities. I'm very honest , reliable and easy going who can easily adapt to new responsibilities.
Jenifher can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Serena A.
Plainsboro, NJ
$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Serena, I am 23 years old. I have always loved caring for and being around children. I graduated with a degree in Biobehavioral health and minored in Human Development and Family Studies from the Pennsylvania State University. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience and I have 5 years of experience...
Serena can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Serena was such a great sitter for my 4 month old!! She was on time, very responsible and had a great caring personality. We would definitely hire Serena again!
Maura P.
3.7
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for the past seven years for children of all ages. I' m a 28-year-old recent graduate with a degree in Elementary Education and English. I come from a big family so in my experience I have been a mother' s helper many times over. Recently I have worked in a day care so I have hands on experience in a...
Rachael can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Recent review:
5.0
Rachael helps us 2 mornings a week with before school coverage for our 2 children. She is very responsible, always on time, extremely dependable, and is a huge help with the kids and helping us keep up with things like dishes and laundry when the kids aren't...
Shannon L.
Kaela H.
Stirling, NJ
$30-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
[7/11/23 Update] I just welcomed my first child in late April, so I am looking for a position as an assistant or to help with errands so I can still care for my daughter.
I have been professionally babysitting/nannying for over 15 years now. I have 2 younger brothers, so I have always had a hand in child care from a young age....
Kaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
We recently interviewed Kaela for a role and found her to be warm, professional, personable and very experienced. Unfortunately the logistics didn't match up for our family's needs but we wish we could work with her and another family would be lucky to have the...
Alex W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Lu, I'm a graduate from Montclair State University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a certificate in Child Advocacy and Policy. After graduation, I started my career in behavioral health working with at-risk youth in Montgomery, NJ.
Working with kids has always been a passion of mine, and I love to...
Lu can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Lu has been a god send to me and my family. I travel a reasonable amount with work and my husband leaves the house at 5.15 a.m. several days of the week, but Lu has been accommodating to our crazy schedule and arriving as early as 5 am to watch our 2 boys and...
Daniella H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Current preschool substitute teacher looking to connect with a wonderful family for babysitting and nannying. I get joy from teaching, mentoring and connecting with the youth.
CPR/ First Aid Certified
Water safety
Potty training
Meal Prep
Transport
Some Spanish and ASL(sign language)
Knowledge of ABA system
Knowledge of Child...
Recent review:
5.0
Natasha is great! She's punctual, attentive and great with the children A++
Joel O.
Jenna S.
Skillman, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and just graduated from Arcadia University with a degree in Psychology and a focus on child art therapy. I have been babysitting children ages 1/2 year to 16 years old, for the past 14 years. I started as a mother's helper in my early teenage years. I love children and love to teach them, help them and watch...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Jenna is a very responsible person. She has lots of energy & great communication skills. She works quickly and knows how to get stuff done. We would hire her back in a second if we had the need.
Norman G.
One of my most fulfilling accomplishments in life was to raise two boys who have become polite, well adjusted young men. There is nothing more important to me than that. I understand that your children are precious to you and would be my honor to help you watch over them. I have many years of experience with newborns, toddlers...
Lorraine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Raritan, NJ
Sandra S.
5.0
Sandy was our very first nanny and cared for two babies who were 10 months old when they first met her. She made the transition of returning back to work so much easier with her calming presence and natural talent for childcare. She approached each day with a professional learning curriculum...
- Stephanie K.
Kiamira B.
5.0
Kia did a wonderful job with our 1 year old daughter! She was also great with our two dogs. I would recommend to anyone.
- Gina T.
Lauren S.
5.0
Lauren took care of my two young, energetic sons early morning and after school, including dropoff and pickup. She bonded so easily with the boys and managed their playtime very well, ensuring they had fun safely. Both enjoyed their time with Lauren and ask about her often. We're all looking...
- Tiffany K.
Laura D.
5.0
Laura was a savior to our family. She cared for my twin babies as infants to toddlerhood. She is so warm, caring, and very dependable. She did a great job of entertaining them while also keeping up with their schedule. She helped prep their food, kept tidy, and even ran errands when needed. She was...
- Care member
Serena A.
5.0
Serena was such a great sitter for my 4 month old!! She was on time, very responsible and had a great caring personality. We would definitely hire Serena again!
- Maura P.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Raritan, NJ?
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 Raritan, NJ?
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 Raritan, NJ. 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 Raritan, NJ in April, 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 $16.00.