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Devyn B.

Mother's Helper/ Babysitter/ Nanny

Washington, DC

from
$15/hr
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I just graduated with a Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from GW. I start my job as a speech therapist in a school district in August. I have have worked extensively with children of all ages both at GWU and at the LAB School of Washington. I have also been a babysitter since I was 15 years old for family and friends....
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Loving, Fun, Knowledgeable, Nanny/helper

McLean, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
LOVING, RELIABLE AND EXPERIENCED! I have over 13 years of experience caring for kids from newborns to 13 years old. I am very affectionate with babies and very playful with toddlers. I have my own transportation, love dogs and cats and can take care of them as well. CPR certified, Registered Nurse with ample experience in...

Avery R. says "Maria was amazing with our son. Our daycare provider was sick for a few weeks so we had her come help out and the transition was seamless! My son warmed up...

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Part-Time Babysitter Available

Odenton, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently studying to earn my BS in Early Childhood Education. I've worked as an infant and toddler teacher, a preschool teacher, a prekindergarten teacher, and Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Aide. I love helping children grasp the fun of learning through innovating games & activities! Also in my eyes, there's nothing...

Courtney S. says "Jasmine was so sweet and made sure to keep in touch with me the entire time. We are looking forward to hiring her in the future!"

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

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
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$55/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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Babysitter/Mother's Helper

Falls Church, VA

3.3(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
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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Energetic And Responsible Sitter:)

Springfield, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Gia, and I am a current Musical Theatre and Directing student at Marymount Manhattan College who is on a gap year! I have been working in childcare as a mother's helper, babysitter, tutor, and nanny for 9+ years. Additionally, I have years of experience working in a Montessori classroom, and was raised with the...

Care Member says "Sweet, kind, and engaging. Our 2-yr old loved playing with her!"

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Babysitter

Potomac, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Juliana, I'm 27 years old, and I have 6 years over experience with kids. I started in a very young age being the teachers helper, and then I came to USA. In all my time working with kids, I took care of kids from 3 months to 15 years old. I consider myself as responsible, reliable, experienced and fun-loving person. I'm...

Gabriela S. says "She's amazing with the kids. She's careful, takes good care of children, responsible, flexible. She loves to play and teach."

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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
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 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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A Fun And Safe Helper/sitter

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I am looking for a position for summer break. I am reliable, fun, patient, and caring. I have experience with babysitting multiple children at a time, and children with special needs. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy doing fun/educational activities such as science experiments, art projects, exploring outside,...

Alexandra B. says "Rakilah is phenomenal. Rakilah has cared for my 15 month old daughter while I worked from home. She takes my daughter on adventures to the library and...

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

Montgomery Village, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Part-time Babysitter

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 49 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hello families! I've just completed my Master's in Physiology from Georgetown University and am studying for the MCAT with plans to apply to medical school next summer. I bring a wealth of experience, as a former college track athlete, gymnastics coach, and community coach for Girls On The Run. I live in D. C. with my bichon...

Care Member says "Alexis was punctual, professional, and very friendly and kind. My two boys very much enjoyed having her babysit!"

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An Energetic And Motivated 19-year-old College Student Looking To Offer Help In Anyway Possible.

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Jasmine, and I'm a 21-year-old in my last semester of college. If I had to summarize my personality in three words, they would be loving, dependable, and trustworthy. When I was approximately 9 years old, I began working with children. Initially, I worked as a mother's helper, assisting with housework and...

Marcie R. says "Jasmine is really a sweet person. She is very polite and I like the good example she sets regarding attitude and education. She makes your children feel...

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Caregiver And Mother's Helper

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I am a local Arlington mom who knows all the fun things to do in Arlington and loves kids. I am available to help with many tasks you may need such as childcare, organization, and meal prep.
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Experienced Sitter Available Weeknights And Weekends

Germantown, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I babysat throughout college and worked in my mother's daycare for over 6 years. I have also been a mother's helper. I will be going to a university in the fall to get my masters in mental health counseling. I will eventually love to work with kids and development. I have babysat kids ages 1-8. I love planning activities for...
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Crofton, MD

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Hannah, and I'm a current student at the University of Maryland. Growing up as the oldest of three, I naturally took on a caregiving role, which led me to start babysitting at 13. Over the past seven years, I've had the joy of caring for children from ages 0-16, and my favorite part is watching each child...
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Babysitter

Gaithersburg, MD

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Lexi and I am a current student at Towson University. I have worked with kids for 8+ years, having my own pet sitting and babysitting business as well as working as a kids camp counselor, dance instructor, and homework helper. I am available on weekends and very flexible. Please feel free to reach out! Thanks
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Young Woman With Lots Of Love For Kids

Laurel, MD

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as easygoing, creative, and intelligent. I like working with kids because it has come to me so naturally and I want as much experience as I can get before having my own. I started working with kids when I was 12 as a mother's helper for a mom of 3. Ever since then, I've worked on and off for...
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Fun, Responsible, And Friendly Helper

Upper Marlboro, MD

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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I currently have about 3 years of experience counseling, coaching, and caring for children ages 2 to 14 years old. I'm skilled at meal preparation, housework, homework help, and more. I have my Basic Life Support Certification (including CPR + First Aid). And, would love to help out however I can! Baby sitter available. I'm...
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Falls Church, VA

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Falls Church, VA

1.0(0)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jennifer, a nursing student at Marymount University. I am a mature, responsible, fun, detail-oriented individual who adores and loves children! I have experience babysitting children from different stages of life. I babysat as young as newborn babies to 12 years old. I love having a close relationship and bond...
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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

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Silver Spring, MD

Mother's Helpers in Silver Spring, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Maria L.

Maria was amazing with our son. Our daycare provider was sick for a few weeks so we had her come help out and the transition was seamless!...

- Avery R.

Jasmine B.

Jasmine was so sweet and made sure to keep in touch with me the entire time. We are looking forward to hiring her in the future!

- Courtney S.

Susan A.

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...

- 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 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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