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After attending the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, I began working in bakeries due to my culinary curiosities, as well as the kindred nature of food production and art creation. Since then, I've adapted to many different kitchen environments, such as bakery production to serving food, and am currently working part time...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
As the oldest child in my family, I've been helping to take care of children for as long as I can remember. However, I've been working with children professionally since I was 13 years old. I started as a mother's helper, watching a 7-year-old and his 3-year-old brother, while their mother worked from home. Over the years I...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently between jobs in NYC. I have experience in the Fashion Industry but prior to this and graduating college I babysat for 5 families. I have been a nanny and a mothers helper for ages ranging from 5 months old to 10 years old. On top of this I was a tennis camp counselor with a focus on the 5-7 age group. I would love...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and...
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent law grad from The University of Miami School of Law who just sat for the NY Bar Exam. While awaiting my exam results, I am looking to nanny in the Fall following Labor Day Weekend and would love to be your helper whether it be for your children and/or pets if our needs sync. I have babysat children of all ages...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Jacquie was one of the most wonderful caretakers we've ever had. She was extremely proactive, always wanting to help out wherever possible and truly going above and beyond expectations in every situation. She was warm and nurturing with our children, always coming...
Danielle O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I want to be a part of the family and contribute my organizational skills, educational background like a Nanny, Babysitter, Mother's helper. Personal Child care means for me
>provide assistance to the parents.
>Ensure that children are well and helped.
>Responsible for child care and daily task .
>Training on human daily...
Aminta can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Aminta has been amazing with our little boy. She started working for us part-time when my son was 3 months old. Unfortunately, he started daycare full time so we had to part ways. He absolutely loves her. She is dependable, always punctual and very patient and...
Michelle W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Caroline. I currently work at a tech start-up and in theatre but am also looking for occasional babysitting opportunities. I have many years of experience working with children in a variety of settings and ages from 4 months old to 12 years old. I used to teach dance, acting, and singing classes to children...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
5.0
"Caroline is my go-to sitter! My kids absolutely adore her, and my son is usually very shy! She is communicative, dependable, and super fun- she knows of so many crafts and non-screen time activities that keep my kids occupied and happy. She came highly recommended...
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4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a Mom of two who truly enjoys helping other families. I form a bond with all the little ones I care for. I am very easy going, patient and always go above and beyond for the families I help. I have a kindergartner and a first grader and am familiar with the virtual learning curriculum. I have experience with multiples...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Liz is so fun and passionate while taking care of our son. It's such a joy to hear his constant giggles when he's with her. She comes up with creative games and figures out ways to distract him when he is upset. We hired Liz during the pandemic, and we were...
Francisco V.
Maribel V.
Bayside, NY
$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently working in a school and I would be available to work part time in the early afternoon and evenings as well as on the weekends. I have 2 daughters who are recent college grads and I am looking for part time work. I am a homeowner, and a housewife, who also works for the NYC Dept of Education for about 18 years. I'm...
Maribel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Was in New York for my brother's wedding. Last minute decided our 18mo boy would not do well at the wedding. Hired Maribel to watch him for the night and she did amazingly well with our baby. Would definitely hire her again. Thank you!"
Dan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a baby sitter and mother's helper since I was old enough to take on that responsibility, working with families in my synagogue and community, and I was a youth services librarian at Brooklyn Public Library for four years (until 2019). I love playing games with children and helping them learn in a cooperative...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lisa watched over my 7 year old son after school. She was great: genuinely enjoyed playing with him, kept him busy with both indoor and outdoor activities, and addressed with him calmly and positively his misbehaviors. She is respectful and open-minded of...
Caroline D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Emily and I am currently relocating to NYC! I have been working with kids for about 15 years and started working with kids when I was 12 years old as a mother's helper. Since then, I have: babysat, interned at an elementary school, worked as a lifeguard for 6 summers, student taught in Rwanda, Africa, and taught...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
I have been a devoted and reliable nanny with 12 years in childcare. I have both long-term and short-term experience with children of all ages ranging from newborns to pre-teens and teens. I bring a high energy to all nanny jobs and supply loving care while making sure to meet disciplinary and educational goals for each child. I...
Anne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anne is incredibly professional, responsible and caring. She has babysat for my two boys since they were babies and I trust her completely. She has taken care of them overnight and helped with homework and meals. They are now 10 and 13.
She also helped with...
Jennifer B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of childcare experience, many from families I met on Care! You can find many of their reviews on my profile. I have watched children ranging from infants to preteens for over 20 different families. I've been a full time nanny, an after school sitter, a mother's helper, and everything in between! I'm comfortable...
Kylie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kylie is wonderful! She is extremely dependable and has a great personality to deal with kids. I have 3 kids 6,3 and 1 (2 boys and a girl) and they are a lot to handle! She is very relaxed but confident enough to be stern with the kids when needed. She is engaging...
Jessica A.
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate, creative and attentive student looking to care for kids ages 6+! I have experience as a Mother's Helper in which I ran errands and did light house work for two different families, and have experience working with children. I have nannied kids ages 6-8 and worked at a group home where I worked with children...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Melanie was amazing with my two children (ages 8(m) & 6(f))
Her calm and patient demeanor makes for an excellent nanny/ babysitter for children of all ages, but especially ranging from 5-18. She has excellent manners, speaks properly and calm. She interacts,...
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Kudirat H.
New York, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. My references show me to be responsible and reliable, caring and calm, and always willing to help out wherever needed.
Over the years, I have been a regular helper for a total of nine families. I am confident in my ability to take great care of your...
Kudirat can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our experience with the babysitter who looked after our children was fantastic. She was exceptional in every way and put our minds at ease about leaving our kids in her care. Her punctuality, flexibility, knowledge, and affection towards our children were...
Tessy O.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been a Teacher for the past 11 years and a Tutor for the past 13 years. In addition to this, I have been a: Mother's Helper, Babysitter, Camp Counselor, Teacher, After School Program Assistant Teacher, After School Program Teacher and super-involved Aunt of 5 young children. I am: caring, creative, detail-oriented,...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Livia B.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Sitter With RIE, Reggio, And Montessori Training Looking For Part-time Work!
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience working with children as a babysitter, camp counselor, and preschool teacher. I worked as a Teacher's Helper at the Brooklyn Heights Montessori School, and at Growing Seeds, a preschool in Portland, Oregon, which trains all its staff in RIE and Reggio philosophies. I love working with children,...
Livia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I've been using Livia three days per week to watch my now one-year-old for over six months and she is fantastic. She was actually a replacement for a previous nanny who was awful and we could not have been more pleased!!. Livia is very kind, easy-going, and...
Joanna Z.
Destiny J.
Bronx, NY
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hello My name is Destiny I love kids big helper always on time fun out going in college right now. My brief description would be I'm a fun- loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I pride myself on being able to play and act goofy with the kids, yet still have them listen and respect me. I love taking...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Destiny Is So Professional & Caring! I LOVE HER"
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Camilla B.
New York, NY
$28-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Experienced Care Taker, Excited For This New Role
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as welcoming, warm, and creative.
I like working with kids because they inspire me! I love being able to play with them and be silly. Over the years, I have been able to see them grow older and see how their minds grow.
I'm looking for a job that keeps me active. I am a jewelry designer by day and...
Camilla can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Camilla took great care of my three boys. They were all happy staying with her. We will definitely hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am a reliable, energetic & highly experienced babysitter looking to provide part-time childcare for families in the NYC area. I've been regularly nannying for local families ever since moving to Brooklyn in fall 2021, caring for children as young as 15 mo. throughout their all-day routines. I have professional childcare...
Molly can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Molly and I attended the same college and had mutual friends, but only met post-grad when I sought an adept babysitter for close family friends who had just relocated to New York about a year ago. Nowadays, I am more frequently thanked for bringing Molly into...
Miles S.
5.0
(3)
I am a well educated, hardworking, sincere and compassionate woman with a deep appreciation for family and the responsibilities that come along with caring and help others. After completing a bachelors of Visual Design at university in Colombia, and to work as a Visual Designer, I decided to look other opportunities and views of...
5.0
"Natalia was my 5 year old's babysitter, and as a mother I believe she's absolutely fantastic. She's not only very smart, gentle, patient, punctual and tidy, but she will encourage your children to be creative and basically happy. She is also very professional, as...
Renata A.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Ridgewood, NY
Angela C.
4.0
Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and it's only been a couple weeks!...
- Elizabeth R.
Jacqueline J.
5.0
Jacquie was one of the most wonderful caretakers we've ever had. She was extremely proactive, always wanting to help out wherever possible and truly going above and beyond expectations in every situation. She was warm and nurturing with our children, always coming up with creative ways to play with...
- Danielle O.
Aminta P.
5.0
Aminta has been amazing with our little boy. She started working for us part-time when my son was 3 months old. Unfortunately, he started daycare full time so we had to part ways. He absolutely loves her. She is dependable, always punctual and very patient and loving with our son. She sends us...
- Michelle W.
Caroline L.
5.0
Caroline was an excellent babysitter we would definitely hire again. Caroline watched our 4mo ("A") while we attended a wedding -- and she was our first non-family babysitter for A since he was born. She was communicative leading up to the job, and very punctual. We asked her to meet A a week ahead...
- Leslie S.
Elizabeth T.
5.0
There aren't enough words to describe Liz! She was a caregiver and best friend to our son from 5 to 10 months old, a cook and house manager, and a friend to both my husband and I. We trusted her without question, looked to her for advice and enjoyed our conversations when we had downtime from work....
- Lauren D.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Ridgewood, NY?
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 Ridgewood, NY?
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 Ridgewood, NY. 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 Ridgewood, NY in March, 2025?
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 $32.50.