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Melanie N.
Somerville, MA
$24-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Fun Sitter, Caregiver And All Around Helper For Families In Need
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.
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Claire H.
Arlington, MA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Bubbly, Reliable Sitter Looking For Part-time And One of Sitting Opportunities
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a bubbly, trustworthy sitter with 4 cumulative years experience babysitting young children ages 6mo - 8 yrs. Most of my experience is with babies, toddlers, and young children 5 yo and that is my favorite age. I think we can all learn a bit from little kids curious perspectives!
Additionally, I have 2 years...
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! Through 10 years of caregiving, I've journeyed from public and private schools to residential settings, and administrative roles. I am thrilled to be moving on to Care. com.
Work Experience-
Public School: Navigated challenges in mainstream education, gaining valuable insights.
Residential Setting: Emphasized holistic...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Julia G.
Medford, MA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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...
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Jennifer. I'm 26 years old and I'm originally from Colombia. I have a degree on chemical engineering in Colombia, I'm attending to Bunker Hill for biomedical engineering. I have experience with kids of all ages. I have babysat since I was 15 years old. I am very active and responsible person. I do speak...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kindergarten teacher who is transitioning from full time teacher to more individual care of kids and families. Most recently, I privately tutored 2 kindergarten aged girls at their homes with great success. I hope to find a family that loves to learn and would benefit from someone who loves to teach. I can also be there...
Jeanmarie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
My name is Izabelle, I am 27 years old. I moved recently to Abington. 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...
Izabelle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
This is a mother and daughter profile. We're Brazilian and have been in the US for 9 months. 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.
Hello! I'm Bruna. I'm...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Hi, I am a 19-year-old college student at Fairfield University. I am currently a sophomore studying psychology with a minor in education. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and volunteered at my local pre school during high school. I am available as a date night sitter, after school helper and am available to drive kids to...
Lillian can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Hello, my name is Emma! I am 28 years old and I graduated with a master's degree in clinical social work in May 2024. I have some availability to provide childcare during week days from May-June 2024. I'm also available for occasional and ongoing weekend and evening babysitting. If this sounds like a good fit, please reach...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Mariana S.
Saugus, MA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I love taking care of kids and making sure they have a good time while learning. I've been a nanny for a while, and I know how to create a safe and fun environment for children. I'm really good at understanding each child's needs and helping them grow emotionally and intellectually. I like to play and have fun, but I also make...
Mariana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as funny, organized and thoughtful.
I like working with kids because I am able to connect with them and help foster their individuality and independence in a safe space.
I'm looking for a job that is met with open communication, clear expectations, and openness.
I started working with kids when I...
Hi all! My name is Mackenzie! I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and halfway through my Masters degree in Social Work! I have taken numerous courses in childcare and have been certified in First Aid & CPR. I have several years of experience working with children and adolescents of all ages and have also worked as an Applied...
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Aisling L.
Somerville, MA
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, kind and sensitive.
I like working with kids because they are whimsical and creative. Their imagination is limitless and helping them grow and develop into their own person is the most rewarding job out there.
I'm looking for a job that
I started working with kids when I was in...
Aisling can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello! My name is Jordan To tell you some things about me I am 18, I love working with kids because honestly they are so funny and precious. I love coloring with kids, or taking them to the playground and play with them, whatever it may be I always do my best to provide a safe and loving environment for the kids I take care of!...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Hi everyone! My name is Emma and I'm a 19-year-old college sophomore at Bryant University. I am looking for babysitting opportunities, and with great availability and 6 years of experience babysitting for multiple families, I'd love to help. I've always loved working with kids and I'd be more than willing to help with...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Yasmine M.
Chelsea, MA
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, new to the area. Currently a grad student at BU. I have previous experience as a nanny, personal assistant/family helper, pet care as well as working as an aide in a hospital. looking for flexible working hours for a great family
Yasmine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Yasmine is fantastic!! Daughters loved her. She was creative and kept them active. "
Penny H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with kids since I was about 12, starting out as a mother's helper and progressing to babysitting, then to nannying. I nannied part time throughout my undergrad and full time for the two years after graduating and before beginning law school. I truly enjoy the experience of being part of children's lives,...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Lindsey has been an amazing asset to our family and both of our daughters adore her. She is responsible, flexible, communicative, reliable, and most importantly wonderful with children of all ages. Our kids wanted to play with her upon first meeting with her and...
Ellen M.
Karla T.
Boston, MA
$25-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there
I'm a Nanny/mothers helper with 5 years of experience working as a nanny, caring for newborns/school age kids
- A mom to a happy 9y/o boy and a baby boy
- I've worked with 4 families during the past 5 years.
- Available from Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 6pm, I have a reliable car and clean driving record
- Infant CPR...
Karla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karla has taken care of our daughter a few different times and we have always had a positive experience with her! She is kind, timely and responsible. Karla has a lot of experience with babies and toddlers from nannying and taking care of her own children. She...
Care member
Honey B.
Boston, MA
$22-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Are you looking for a fun, loving, and responsible care giver for your kids? Well look no further! Hi I'm Honey! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 12 years old! (crazy right). I grew up around my younger siblings so I learned many valuable...
Honey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Jalynn as a full time nanny for our 6 kids over 3 years ago and she was with us for about 2 1/2 years. The only reason she stopped working for us was because of her moving. We had kids as little as a newborn all the way up to teenagers and she was...
Jessica K.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Reading, MA
Yasmine M.
5.0
Yasmine is fantastic!! Daughters loved her. She was creative and kept them active.
- Penny H.
Lindsey B.
5.0
Lindsay was a god-sent for our family. She began taking care of our first son when he was just under 1 through is 3rd birthday. She is kind, loving, energetic, honest, direct and was an amazing care giver to our son! He absolutely loved Lindsay and looked forward to his "play dates" with her. It was...
- Babette H.
Karla T.
5.0
Karla has taken care of our daughter a few different times and we have always had a positive experience with her! She is kind, timely and responsible. Karla has a lot of experience with babies and toddlers from nannying and taking care of her own children. She would read our daughter books, play age...
- Care member
Honey B.
5.0
We hired Jalynn as a full time nanny for our 6 kids over 3 years ago and she was with us for about 2 1/2 years. The only reason she stopped working for us was because of her moving. We had kids as little as a newborn all the way up to teenagers and she was wonderful with all of them. She's caring,...
- Jessica K.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Reading, MA?
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 2 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 Reading, MA?
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.
How much does it cost to hire a mother’s helper near me in Reading, MA 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 $35.50.