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Sophia A.

Experienced Babysitter Seeking Full-time Position.

Rolling Meadows, IL

from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I started as a mother's helper at the age of 11, and gradually worked my way up to babysitting starting at 13 years old. In 2018, I began nannying and throughout the years have worked with multiple families with children ranging from the ages of 4-15. Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with families whose...
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Sarah C.

Buffalo Grove, IL

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Sarah - a fun, friendly, and dependable weekend helper for your kids and pets! I've always had a big heart for little ones and furry friends. Over the years, I've cared for everything from energetic toddlers to shy pups, and I truly love what I do. My goal is to help your family feel safe, supported, and at ease while...

Christina S. says "Absolute perfect sitter! Reliable, caring and mature. Our whole family adore her. "

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Cassandra C.

Part Time Caregiver

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I am a learning behavior specialist at a special education school. My students have a range of special qualities and differing unique needs. This is my first year as a teacher! I love my job and the enriching experiences we create together daily. I am looking to partner with a family to help meet their child's needs! I...
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Kristy I.

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
20 years experience
Mother of three. I'd love the opportunity to be the helper I needed! Will treat yours as though they are my own. Baby sitter available.
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Ilona M.

Caring Nanny, Babysitter, After School Care, Mother's Helper, Certified Educator

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My Name is Ilona and I am grateful for being interested in viewing my profile. I have many years of professional teaching, tutoring and nanny experience. I love working with kids of different ages and I always love learning new things. I can write and speak in five languages and I have earned two Associate Degrees in Arts...
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Grace B.

Hi My Name Is Grace. I Am A College Student At University Of Wisconsin- Whitewater.

Barrington, IL

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as fun, creative, and caring. I like working with kids because I love watching their personalities change and grow. I'm looking for a job that has healthy communication and stability. I started working with kids when when I was 10 as a mothers helper. In my spare time, I like to play guitar, sing,...
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Jenna H.

Young And Experienced Child Caregiver!

Barrington, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 13 years of experience in childcare, from private (house manager, nanny, babysitter, mother's helper) and public (daycare, preschool, nursery, youth sports coach). I am currently getting my degree in early childhood education, and have started leaning into child psychology as well. I have worked with all ages, from 6...
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Gm C.

Fun Babysitter

Northbrook, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Would be great for a mothers helper. I have experience in volunteering at a day care center. In addition, I have passed CPR and babysitting certifications from the Red Cross.
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Cashmear M.

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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Dina S.

Child Whisperer

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello Families! My name is Dina. I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings. I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...

Care Member says "Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years."

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Teresa B.

Experienced Patient Helper

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I've worked with all ages between daycares, preschool, high-school, and nannying/night nannying for over 10 years; my area of expertise is newborn-2 y/o. I have multiple types of childcare certifications, first aid and CPR certs. I've nannied for children with: ADD, ADHD, OCD, autism, delayed physical/mental/emotional/speech...

Cass F. says "I was desperate for help during my 3rd trimester. Her flexibility with my changing schedule and circumstances was a lifesaver and my 2yo son really took to...

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Sandra M.

Full-time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...

David F. says "Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also...

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Bee H.

Postpartum Doula Available For Newborn Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a postpartum doula specializing in the care and support of newborns and their parents just before and just after birth as well as a beloved nanny for over 15 years now. I am currently looking to help supplement care for families-specifically those with newborns or infants-on an occasional or part time basis! Open to any...

Erin M. says "We were sad that we were not able to hire Becca FT due to our schedule but she was great with our 3mo old during an afternoon trial. She was calm and...

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Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family. I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...

Elaine F. says "Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and...

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Anna J.

Babysitter/nanny/helper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I haven't babysat in a few years, since I was in high school but I'm very good with all ages of kids was involved in a lot of sports and clubs in high school so I would be able to help with practicing. I'm also very good at helping with homework.

Brenda B. says "Hi Anna for some reason I'm unable to chat with you. Can you send another message?"

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Kate H.

Experienced Nanny / Newborn Helper/ Multiples / Animal Lover Available ASAP

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
My spirit is one that could make even you become your inner child again! I have over 20 years experience loving others' children: 5yrs as a nanny to 4 under 4, A caretaker for 3 newborns until after 1yr, & experience with neurodivergent children. My favorite experience has been working for S. A. S. E. D w/ visibly impaired...

Heather H. says "Kate is just wonderful with kids. Any family would be lucky to have her."

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Shelly M.

Child Care

Bartlett, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Currently Nanny for a 5-month-old little boy and part time mothers helper when 2 older siblings are back for split custody 6 and 7-year-old children from previous marriage when its dads week. I am fluent French having lived in France for 18 years and various other international countries. First aid and CPR certified.
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Sadie L.

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sadie. I recently moved to Chicago from California and am looking for work doing house or childcare help. I graduated last spring from Bennington College where I studied dance and education. While in school, I worked in schools, afterschool programs, and summer camps. Since graduating I have worked as a full-time...
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Sandra H.

Compassionate & Reliable Nanny | Newborn Care Specialist | Loving Support & Household Helper

Winnetka, IL

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$26/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
With the years of hands on experience, caring for children, both through, raising my own daughter now a bright and accomplished, 17-year-old and supporting family members, I have developed a deep passion for nurturing little ones. I understand the importance of patience, love, and creating a safe and enriching environment for...
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Julie N.

Evanston, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, there. I arrived in the US as a fully trained British nanny and housekeeper. My first post was nanny to a newborn, then two toddlers. I companion cared for a senior gentleman, a challenged teen, and a senior Lady residing at The Mather who was experiencing onset dementia. I managed house for a single mother and her four...
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  • 50 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Rolling Meadows, IL

Mother's Helpers in Rolling Meadows, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 50 listed mother's helpers

Sarah C.

Absolute perfect sitter! Reliable, caring and mature. Our whole family adore her.

- Christina S.

Cashmear M.

Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I...

- Marlee H.

Dina S.

Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years.

- 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 Rolling Meadows, IL. 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 $24.00.

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