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Dani S.

Boston, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
I've been babysitting since freshman year of high school and I have always worked well with kids of all ages :). I have experience working with multiple children, children with special needs, and I am also a homework helper. I was a sleep away summer camp counselor in 2019 and worked with all ages as well!
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Salem, MA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! I've been working with children just about my whole life. I started as a Mothers Helper when I was in 5th grade. I've since worked in multiple childcare centers/schools, as well as babysat for dozens of families and nannied for a few. I'm EEC teacher certified, have some Montessori experience, and have taken a course on the...
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Child Care Provider

Boston, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Rachel! I read your job post and wanted to reach out! I live in Charlestown and work full-time in East Cambridge. I am currently seeking occasional babysitting opportunities, whether for date nights, family helper roles, or weekend sitting. A little bit about me: I have 10+ years of babysitting experience....
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Part-Time Cargiver/Nanny/Baby Sitter/Household Care Helper

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I am a current junior at Boston University studying International Business and Spanish. I love outdoors, reading, learning languages, crafting and cooking! I am very laid back and patient and have a lot of babysitting experience. I am comfortable with any housekeeping, tutoring or meal prepping needs you may request!
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Child Care Available

Waltham, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a very experienced mom who has raised four grown children of my own ! I have also been a nanny to an infant/ toddler for 9 years. I have been a nanny for multiple children as well ! I love art and crafts , love to read and play outdoors ! I have tons of energy and I am very loving and nurturing ! I have many references as I...
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Boston, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Brooke. I'm 29, born and raised in Winchester, now living solo in Boston's North End. Childcare has been my passion as long as I can remember-I was the 6-year-old knocking on doors asking to mothers help! I started as a mother's helper, then babysitting, nannying, and working at camps through middle and high...
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Babysitter + Mama's Helper

South Boston, MA

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$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi, my name is Sohni and I'm a seasoned babysitter/nanny who just moved to Boston from London! I'm currently in a graduate program at Brown University and I have a flexible weekly/weekend schedule that I'd love to fill with helping families in the Boston/Providence area! I have an undergraduate degree from GWU in cognitive...
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Boston, MA

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Arianna! I'm a very friendly, positive, energetic person who has cared for children of all ages from toddler to teen. I have a lot of experience in babysitting as I have sat for many different families. I also teach piano lessons, am a teachers helper at an elementary school, and studying to become at teacher; so I would...
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Lowell, MA

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$20/hr
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Katie! I'm a reliable and friendly helper who enjoys helping others. I am currently in graduate school for social work, so I am seeking part time employment. I'm happy to help with housekeeping, laundry, bathroom cleaning, transportation, or whatever task is needed to support you. I'm here to help!
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Summer Nanny!

Wellesley, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! My name is Georgia H and I am a rising junior at Colby College. I am majoring in English and double minoring in Studio Art and East Asian Studies. I have lots of experience working with kids, from babysitting to being a camp counselor. For two summers (2018 and 2019) I was a Lead Counselor at Camp ABC in Weston, a...
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Summer Sitter And Schoolwork Helper

Allston, MA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
I have 5 years of childcare experience, from nannying in high school to my most recent position at a children's clothing boutique! At my most recent nannying job, I helped the children practice their reading skills, create at-home science experiments, and learn about the natural world. My time tutoring has taught me how to...
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West Roxbury, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm born and raised in West Roxbury and work in healthcare management at a Boston hospital. I have experience as a preschool teacher, completing Early Childhood Education coursework, CPR, and First Aid training. My passion for childcare began at age 9 as a mother's helper and grew through years of babysitting-many families...
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Chelsea, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
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
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Eager, Engaged, And Fun Sitter!

Wayland, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hello I am 22 years old and currently a student at Santa Clara! At the age of nine I started as a mothers helper and have baby sat off and on since the age of 13. For high school I went to Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro NH and for the past two summers I have worked at a waitress at a local restaurant. I grew up outside of Boston...
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Childcare + Household Support | Pre-Nursing Student With Care Experience

Methuen, MA

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Isabella, and I'm passionate about helping families thrive by providing reliable and compassionate support. I have professional childcare experience and extensive personal experience working with children, from babysitting to supporting kids with special needs. I've also had the privilege of working in hospital...
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Haverhill, MA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a 27-year-old caregiver with a lifelong love for working with children. As the oldest sibling and cousin in a big family, I've been caring for little ones for as long as I can remember. From new borns to toddlers and beyond, I've always been the go-to helper for feeding playing and keeping routines on track. I also have...
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Professional Nanny/Mother-helper

Dorchester Center, MA

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
I have dedicated over 30 years to nurturing and educating young children, and I truly love being a sitter because it allows me to make a positive impact on their early development. Watching children grow, learn, and achieve milestones brings me immense joy and fulfillment. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating...
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Mommy Helper

Waltham, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
My experience with children's started when I was 15yo and started babysit a adorable little boy for a year to help his mom who was suffering with postpartum depression. I have 2 kids, a 18 yo girl and 13 yo boy my most important experience with kids is be a divorced mom with 2 kids, plus babysit for few years.
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South Boston, MA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, I am Caleigh from South Boston! In the fall I will be entering my second year as a full time student at State University studying Elementary Education and Childhood developmental Studies. I have been working with South Boston kids for almost 7 years now. I worked as a dance teacher at Miss L's School of dance, Tynan...
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Local Experienced Sitter Available

Marblehead, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I love kids of all ages! I started as a 'mothers helper' at age 10 caring for a 5yo, 3yo and newborn - I continued life guarding, babysitting and nannying through high school and college - mainly for a family with 2 boys and 2 girls who were 8, 7, 6 and 3 when I started (the youngest is now in high school). I now have a full...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $45.00/hr as of October 2025

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 $45.00.

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