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Samanta C.

Reliable And Detail-Oriented Errands Helper | Here To Make Your Life Easier!

Montgomery Village, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! I'm a responsible and organized professional with 5+ years of child care experience-2 years as an au pair and 3+ years as a nanny-plus a background in marketing and project coordination. I'm great at managing time, multitasking, and staying on top of details. I'm here to help with errands, light household tasks, and...

Julia M. says "Samanta is the best!! She's patient, nurturing, helpful and kind. Can't say enough good things about her. I recommend her highly!"

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Kezia D.

Pro Active Date Night/ Weekend Part Time Sister/ Mommy Helper.

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience¡
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience working with ( ages 1 trough 13). My creativity was put to good use during my time as an Au pair, developing fun arts & crafts for the children to help develop their skills and learning. I created schedules, managed group events for various families and organized play dates all while strategically...

Beatriz G. says "Kezia is an amazing person! She took great care of my kids. She's so trustworthy and my kids adore her! I would recommend her anytime!"

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Kiamira B.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience¡
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello If your are looking for a babysitter or a mother's helper in the Central Jersey area keep reading! I am a 24-year-old with a criminal justice B. A. 8 years of experience with childcare/mothers helper for all ages. I love kids and I specialize in day care learning, homework help, house training, potty training, sleep...

Gina T. says "Kia did a wonderful job with our 1 year old daughter! She was also great with our two dogs. I would recommend to anyone."

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Celina K.

Teacher - Looking For Extra Work - Loves Kids

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience¡
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I have a playful personality and genuinely care about kids. I understand that kids are high energy and constantly on the go and that is why I find them so fun. I am dependable and trustworthy and more than capable of caring for children - as I am by trade an elementary school teacher with over 20 years of experience. I am able...

Miriam L. says "Reliable, punctual and friendly."

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Samantha H.

Child Care

Clifton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience¡
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Samantha, and I've been babysitting for children of all ages for about 12 years! I started as a mother's helper around the age of 10 and have been nannying and babysitting ever since! I recently graduated from VCU with a bachelor's of science in criminal justice. Throughout my time in Richmond I worked for two...

Javier C. says "Sam has been watching our two year old for 6 months now. She came regularly during the school year and now helps us out whenever we need, watching both...

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Maya B.

Creative, Active, And Mindful Sitter

Leesburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience¡
Hired by 14 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Maya and I recently moved back to NOVA after spending the last two years working with the Denver Broncos in CO. I began my childcare journey as a mother's helper when I was 12 years old. When I was 15, I began working as a Kids Club Counselor at Sport & Health Gym. In the nearly 3 years that I worked here, I also...

Care Member says "Maya was amazing! My girls had so much fun they didn't want her to leave."

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Yesenia R.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience¡
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello, I am an experienced nanny I have taken care of children from ages newborn to 13 years old. I have completed early childhood classes 1 and 2, I learned about child development and milestones in children ages 0 to preschool years. I assisted and observed children in several classrooms, these classrooms included: infants,...

Andre A. says "Yesenia is a very great nanny! She was very gentle with my son and kept me updated via pictures throughout the day. She also took my son for a walk in the...

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Martha S.

Babysitter/Mother's Helper

Falls Church, VA

3.3(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience¡
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
Hello, my name is Martha and I am looking for work in child care. I have 10 years of experience caring for children as young as 2 months. I have my own transportation and can transport children to and from places as needed. I was recently caring for 2 children full time, but that work has stopped due to the pandemic. I do not...

Anamaria L. says "We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was wonderful. She...

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Susan A.

Experienced Mom Of 3 Self-Sufficient Teens, Ready To Help You Out!

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$55/hr
10 years experience¡
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Susan, married Mom of 3 teens, living in Rockville. As my kids get older and more self-sufficient, I find myself with more time flexibility to add some additional income for our family. And what do I know best? How to take care of kids! My 17-year-old sits also, and the younger two are great mother's helpers and...

Care Member says "We feel very lucky to have found Susan, who was wonderful with our son. She is warm and friendly and has a fun, engaging manner. She is also punctual...

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Caroline R.

Babysitter Or Mother's Helper Available

Derwood, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Caroline and I am beginning my Masters at WVU this fall. I have experience babysitting all ages as well as working in day cares with infants.
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Olivia L.

Falls Church, VA

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello! I am a student at Virginia Tech seeking a part-time babysitting/ "Mother's Helper" opportunity. I have 6 years of experience and have strong skills in cooking, organization, planning fun activities, and more! I am passionate about taking care of children in any way, or shape, and I am a trusting person with glimmering...
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Kyran M.

Part-time Caregiver/Household Helper

Washington, DC

from
$25/hr
10 years experience¡
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Currently looking for a cooking/household helper position! I'm a huge proponent of scheduling and staying organized. I have experience cooking meals, running errands, doing pick-ups and drop-offs for other families, and enjoy that just as much as nannying because I feel I am able to bring a different type of value to my...
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Kathryn K.

Arlington, VA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Kathryn, I am 20 years old and looking to be a part time nanny/mother's helper. I have previous experience caring for 2 elementary age children, as well helping out with various chores (laundry, dishes, grocery pickup, returns, etc.). I am a very organized person and also a great learner.
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Gracie B.

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
I started working with kids when I was in late elementary school being a mother's helper until I was old enough to actually babysit.
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Soraya B.

Care Provider Ready To Assist!!

Chantilly, VA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience¡
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, It's a pleasure as a care provider taking care of children of all age group even other services to care for pets and senior citizens. I've been a care provider for over 15 years as a babysitter, nanny, mommy/daddy helper, pet sitter, assistant etc. I am a fun loving, energetic person that loves spreading positivity to...
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Sasha R.

About Me!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
11 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! My name is Sasha, and I was born-and-raised in the DC area. I started working with kids when I was 12, as a "mother's helper" while the parents were in the house. In the decade since, I've gained more and more experience, and I have extensive references as a babysitter, camp counselor, and children's entertainer! I am a...
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Cassidy B.

"You'd Be Such A Great Mom" - Everyone I've Ever Met

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi there! I'm a full-time federal employee with time, energy, and loyalty to spare. My strengths (and joys) are organization, tidying and keeping a clean home, and sticking to routines. As the oldest of four, I've been the de facto "third parent" for most of my life, and have supervised, engaged, and nurtured younger siblings...
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Abigail E.

Child Care

Germantown, MD

from
$23/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED certified. Trained as a Postpartum Doula. Mother's Helper/Babysitter As a babysitter with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about caring for and supporting infants to toddlers. My journey began with babysitting roles that inspired me to pursue a career where I could positively impact young...
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Sarah P.

Child care

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
-Hi! I'm Sarah, and I am 18 years old. I grew up in Ohio, and I am an incoming sophomore at Ohio state. I recently moved here and would love to find a summer nannying/babysitting job! -I am Red Cross CPR certified. I have experience in coaching the little lion runners club at my elementary school, the exceptional Olympics...
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Keaira W.

Part-time Sitter/ Weekend Helper!

Alexandria, VA

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Keaira and I am a recent college graduate, looking to continue my education locally. I have over nine years of experience caring for children. I have worked with children ages one month to 14 years old. Before becoming a sitter/nanny I worked as a summer camp counselor and after school program counselor. Some...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.67/hr as of September 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Reston, VA

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

Samanta C.

Samanta is the best!! She's patient, nurturing, helpful and kind. Can't say enough good things about her. I recommend her highly!

- Julia M.

Kezia D.

Kezia is an amazing person! She took great care of my kids. She's so trustworthy and my kids adore her! I would recommend her anytime!

- Beatriz G.

Kiamira B.

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.

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 3 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 Reston, VA. 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 $18.67.

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