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Hayley C.

Mothers Helper!!

Reading, MA

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
My name is Hayley and I am a mother of two beautiful girls (6, 8yrs). I'm a reliable caregiver, with a spotless driving record, I love kids, and pets of all kinds. Do you need someone to help with light housework, cooking, grocery shopping, etc? I'm your helper!
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Emily H.'s Photo

Experienced & Reliable Goofball

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Kids are my favorite kind of people: curious, honest, weird in the best way, and always full of surprises. I've been working with them since I was 13 - from mother's helper to educator to improv coach - across all ages, abilities, and personalities. I'm looking for consistent, flexible work with a family who values mutual...

Care Member says "Emily is an engaged, empathetic person with great people skills and strong intuition regarding people’s changing physical and emotional needs. Extremely...

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Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I recently moved to Massachusetts this past summer after graduating with a B. A in psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Originally from New Jersey, I have been working with children for around 10 years. I have been an official babysitter/nanny/mother's helper for around 8 years. I moved to...

Chase M. says "Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again."

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Tess J.'s Photo

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny

Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With me, I can make sure your children are safe, comfortable and having a good time! As a reliable babysitter, I will always put the needs of your children first. I started off being a mother's helper when I was very young, worked in a daycare in high school, babysat/nannied through college, and am now picking up babysitting...

Care Member says "Tess was wonderful! Took great care of our 1.5 yr old, played with him for hours! Definitely recommend! "

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Full time Nanny Seeking September Position

Winchester, MA

3.5(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
My child care experience began as a mother's helper at my church and continued with babysitting through my high school years. For 18 years I have worked as a nanny with several families, giving me both infant and toddler experience. I like watching children grow and develop their skills, such as learning to walk and talk and...

Rona R. says "Janice has worked for our family for years and has become part of our "family". She is extremely responsible, generous, and loves the children she cares...

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Happy, Creative Care

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love spending time with kids, learning and growing with them! I've been taking care of children since I was old enough to be a "mother's helper." I've worked as a violin and swimming instructor for kids. My most recent position was as a therapeutic mentor for youth, and therapeutic support for in-home family therapy. For two...

Sumedha B. says "Alex is kind, caring and hard working, she bonded with my baby on day one. She is very easy to work with and open minded. When the baby napped Alex...

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Fun Sitter, Caregiver And All Around Helper For Families In Need

Somerville, MA

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$24/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience. I am currently an RN in Boston. I love to babysit/ was a nanny prior to nursing school. I also love to help out for those in need of a caregiver. I can help with every day needs, travel, remote learning and carpooling.
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Sarah B.'s Photo

Somerville, MA

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Kind, incredibly patient, warm, and always punctual caregiver with 10+ years paid experience caring for children old. I started off as a mother's helper for a toddler playgroup when I was 13 years old and have enjoyed taking care of children for different families since then. I have experience watching infants as well as...

Danielle M. says "Sarah worked for us for 6 months in our nanny share from when our babies were 4 and 6 months old to 10 and 12 months. Things seemed to go fine - she...

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Rachel B.'s Photo

Lynn, MA

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$14/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I have worked with children and babies for the last 15 years. Starting off in middle school as a mother's helper to my neighbors, I gradually started seeking out more opportunities to spend time with children. I chose to do my community service in daycare settings throughout high school and after graduating college I worked...
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Erica C.'s Photo

Lexington, MA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
I have babysat children of many ages starting as a mothers helper. I then progressed into nannying for a child with skeletal muscular atrophy along with babysitting for children with ages ranging from infant to pre-teen. I now work at a nursing home as an admissions director.
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A Little About Me!

Saugus, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe myself as kind, outgoing, and patient. I like working with kids because kids are everything that is good, they're sometimes messy and chaotic but they're also honest, kind, and curious. I'm looking for a job that will allow my own child to tag along if necessary for one off or date night jobs or for consistent...
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Good Helper, Great Cook And Love Kids , Fun Sitter,Smile Creator

Malden, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Nicole, I love to take care of children, I like to play, to make food for them, to go out for walks, to learn new games and more! I really guarantee that I take very good care of your child.
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Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I started as a mother's helper at 11 and started babysitting from there. I have babysat kids from infant to pre teens. I have worked with kids who have several different special needs. I have worked a day camps as head counselor. Taking care of 40+ kids ranging from the age of 4-12. After that I worked for another camp called...
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Lynn, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Izabelle, I am 27 years old. I moved recently to Lynn, MA. My first language is Portuguese and I am open to teach Portuguese and Brazilian culture for the kids. I've been a babysitter for many years for all ages! I was an au pair of 4 kids during 2 years (ages: 7, 5, 3 & newborn). I worked in a school being a helper...
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Billerica, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
Hello, Everyone!!! I want to tell you a little about myself and who I am. My name is Rayssah, I'm 19 years old, and I turn 20 on March 29th. I was born here in the US, but my family is Brazilian. I left for Brazil when I was 4 years old. I was raised there until I was 13, and in 2019, I came to the US with my family. I graduated...
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Mothers Helper Or Date Night Out Sitter

Winchester, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a single mother of two incredible boys in their teens. On my days where my boys are at their father's house I have some extra time to help out. I run a successful photography business and read a lot. But I also nannied through college for a family of four kids including triplets. I am patient, mellow, like task oriented...
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Sitter/Nanny Who Loves Spending Time With Kids

Cambridge, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
Hello! My name is Mar (they/them). I've been taking care of kids since I was a mother's helper at age 9. It's important to me to meet kids wherever they are and follow their lead with what they're interested in and comfortable with. I like to cook and can help with meals. I have a driver's license and my own car.
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Somerville, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Julia and I've been working with kids of all ages for over 5 years as a babysitter, coach, and camp counselor. I'm currently studying Child Development and Psychology and hope to go into the field of education in the future. I truly love spending time with kids and immersing myself in their games, activities, and...
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Fun, Outgoing, Loves Kids!

Arlington, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi, I am a 20-year-old college student at Fairfield University. I am currently a junior studying psychology with a minor in education and health studies. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and volunteered at my local pre school during high school. During the summers I work as a preschool teacher. I am available as a date...
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Patient And Proactive Sitter

Malden, MA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
This is a mother and daughter profile. We're Brazilian and have been in the US for two years. Here're some facts about us: Hi - My name is Vanessa. I am graduated in social communication. My first tongue is Portuguese and I'm taking English classes. I am very organized and good at taking care of others. I'm also currently...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $35.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Reading, MA

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

Emily H.

Emily is an engaged, empathetic person with great people skills and strong intuition regarding people’s changing physical and emotional...

- Care member

Sophia R.

Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again.

- Chase M.

Tess J.

Tess was wonderful! Took great care of our 1.5 yr old, played with him for hours! Definitely recommend!

- Care member

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 Reading, MA. 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 $35.00.

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