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Jasmine M.

Friendly And Compassionate Young Woman Hoping To Save Up For Graduate School.

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello :) My name is Jasmine and I would love to help your family with babysitting needs! I currently work as a biomedical researcher in Bethesda and I am trying to make some money before hopefully starting medical school in the fall. Having a medical background and a passion to care for others, I am uniquely qualified to care...
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About Me!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
11 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
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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Washington, DC

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Molly and I am a 26-year-old public health professional, living and working in the DC area. I have over 15 years experience as a part-time nanny, babysitter, and mother's helper. I am comfortable with little ones, elementary school age, and teens. I am also willing to help with meal prep and other tasks as...
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Bilingual Experienced Caring & Fun Nanny

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi Families! I'm an experienced Nanny, mother's helper, babysitter and au pair. Working and caring for children is something that I really enjoy and am passionate about. Everything from baking, exploring museums and libraries are activities that I enjoy. I am a Washington DC native and have au paired in Spain in Japan. I am a...
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Rockville, MD

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I started out as a mother's helper when I was 13 and have always had a special heart for children and children with special needs. I have experience working with Special Needs and Military Families. Willing to provide references.
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Very Flexible, Fun, Creative And Friendly (and Very Responsible)

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Karen, I am 19 and currently a pre-Nursing major at Towson University. I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I began as a mother's helper at age 12; I would watch my neighbor's 3 young boys while she spent time with her newborn and cooked or cleaned. Since then I have had a stint as a regular babysitter...
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Part-Time Nanny - Mother's Helper

Rockville, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have experience with children of all ages, newborn, toddler, teenager, and twins. I cook, clean, like outdoors activities, read, sing and dance.
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Washington, DC

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Chiara! I am a 4th grade teacher during the day, with a passion for serving and educating all children! In fact, it was child care and a nanny job all 4 years of college with the same family that led me to my passion for teaching and to the world of education which I now work in! I am located in Washington, D. C. but...
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Law Student Student With Significant Childcare Experience Available For After-school/weekday Jobs

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
I started as a mother's helper for my neighbor and her children who were 4 and 6 at the time when I was 13 and continued to babysit them for 6+ years. I also have experience babysitting for newborns and 2-4-year-olds. Additionally, I worked for 4 summers as a camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds as well as an assistant for...
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Why I'm The Perfect Babysitter For Your Family

Rockville, MD

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Why Choose Me? Experienced and Trustworthy: With nearly a decade of experience, I am well-equipped to handle any situation your little ones may present. Bilingual Benefits: Fluent in Spanish and English (with a touch of Japanese), I can help foster language skills and cultural appreciation. Safety First: Certified in CPR and...
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Child Caretaker Pet Sitter

Washington, DC

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! I'm thrilled to share a bit about myself. Born in Fairfax, Virginia, and raised in DC, I have a diverse background that blends academic achievement with personal passion. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Communication from Marymount University and completed a Master's in Business...
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Experienced Sitter And Home Helper

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
I have many years of childcare experience, both in a professional workspace and in-home babysitting! I love being outdoors, doing crafts, and having fun. I am also happy to help around the home, with car pooling, and trips!
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Olney, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hi everyone, I am a 28-year-old located in Olney, MD. I am CPR and First Aid certificated and have worked as a morning helper for 3 families for kids aged 3-16 years old and camp counselor at Reddemeade Equestrian Center for kids ages 7-14.
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Washington, DC

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of hands-on experience, I am passionate about fostering a safe and stimulating environment for children to flourish. I started out at 12 as a mother's helper, babysat my way through high school and college and most recently I was an Au Pair in France and cared full time for a family with...
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A Fun, Yet Responsible Caretaker.

College Park, MD

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi Everyone! I graduated from UMD and seeking work while searching for a full time job. I have around 12 years of experience from being a mother's helper to having nannying experience, and have worked with a broad age group (3 months - preteens). I can help with pets, Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am an art major so...
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Experienced And Reliable Nanny, Pet Lover And Household Helper!

Lanham, MD

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$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi there! My name is John, and I'm a caring, responsible, and energetic part-time nanny with a passion for working with children of all ages. Whether you need a trustworthy sitter for a date night, extra help while you're at work, or someone dependable when you're running late, I'm here to make your life easier! Beyond...
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Homework Helper

Washington, DC

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$50/hr
5 years experience
I am a former high school history and writing teacher turned attorney. In law school, I served as a writing tutor for other law students and worked at a tutoring center for children in elementary school. I have extensive experience in literacy development and even founded a literacy institute at the school where I taught. I have...
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Babysitter/Nanny

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Adele and I currently live in AU Park in NW DC. I grew up in Bethesda, Maryland, so I am very familiar with the DMV area! I am looking for part-time childcare jobs either during the day, after school, or evenings. I currently freelance for marketing agencies and make my own schedule so I have lots of...
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Creative, Patient, Experienced Caretaker

College Park, MD

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hey there childcare seekers, My childcare experience spans over a 7 year period; providing care for a variety of ages. I love being active, from playing soccer, having silly dance parties to making creative sensory project; having fun or learning from an experience is a goal I try to achieve. I have been FT with two brilliant...
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Hyattsville, MD

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Red and for 20+ years I have had the honor of watching & taking care of little humans. I am a magical multi faceted Mary Poppins! I step in, bring harmony, love, support and co creation wherever I go! Need someone to help/make dinner for your little ones, teach them ABCs to advanced studies, make sure they...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.50/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 5.0

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 8 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 Silver Spring, MD. 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 $23.50.

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