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Lauren S.

Somerville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
36-year-old professional in Somerville. Laid off from my corporate gig in the spring, taking a bit of a pivot and gotten back into childcare. In my previous life I considered myself an Operations guru, but currently enjoying the title of kid entertainer/wrangler/friend. Started as a mother's helper at 10, babysat all through...

Tiffany K. says "Lauren took care of my two young, energetic sons early morning and after school, including dropoff and pickup. She bonded so easily with the boys and...

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Leidy A.

Parents Helper!

Somerville, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a a positive and trustworthy care giver with over 20 years experience. I am hands on and happy to assist with any help needed, laundry, house cleaning.. you name it! Being around children has always brought me joy. I hope I can become the helper your family needs!
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Jenna S.

Skillman, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I am 29 years old and just graduated from Arcadia University with a degree in Psychology and a focus on child art therapy. I have been babysitting children ages 1/2 year to 16 years old, for the past 14 years. I started as a mother's helper in my early teenage years. I love children and love to teach them, help them and watch...

Norman G. says "Jenna is a very responsible person. She has lots of energy & great communication skills. She works quickly and knows how to get stuff done. We would...

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Rachel S.

Hillsborough, NJ

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have worked with children since I was 12 years old, starting off as a mommy's helper and moving towards babysitting as I grew older. I worked as a camp counselor for ages 2-5 throughout high school. In college, I worked at a daycare for kids ages 3 months to 5 years. After graduating from college, I started working at an...
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Greta S.

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! My name is Greta and I am a soon-to-be sophomore in college and available for babysitting, pet-sitting, and/or mother's helper for the summer! I have 2 years of babysitting experience as well as CPR and First-Aid certifications. I would be happy to help out so feel free to reach out!
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Mireya G.

Parents Helper

Raritan, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Mireya and I am a caring, reliable, and responsible person. As a mother of a beautiful daughter, I truly love working with young children especially helping them teach and grow. I have experienced it and know how to handle working with infants and toddlers. In my past I have worked with a 10-month-old baby and a...
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Abriel B.

Warren, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm passionate about caring for children, and I've dedicated the last seven years to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for kids of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and highly creative, which helps me connect with children and develop fun and educational activities. I believe in working closely with parents to...
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Stefanie I.

Nanny/Babysitter/Mommy's Helper

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I am a mom of a 14-month-old, as well as a licensed clinical therapist. I recently found out I am pregnant again and due in April. I've decided to stay home with my baby at this time. I have an extensive history of nannying and babysitting kids ages 1-13, as well as experience working in the elementary and middle school setting...
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Alyssa C.

Babysitter Available On Week Nights

Hillsborough, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I was born and raised in Hillsborough and am looking to take on a nannying or babysitting position with a loving family. I have over 5 years of experience working as a preschool teacher in a daycare setting, where I supported multiple age groups-from infants to kindergarteners and beyond. Outside of the classroom, I...
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Serena A.

Plainsboro, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! My name is Serena, with over 10 years of babysitting experience and 5 years of working in preschools and daycares, I bring both expertise and a genuine love for nurturing young minds. I hold a degree in Biobehavioral Health with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies from Pennsylvania State...

Maura P. says "Serena was such a great sitter for my 4 month old!! She was on time, very responsible and had a great caring personality. We would definitely hire Serena...

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Skylar L.

Nanny

Monroe Township, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I'm looking for some extra work this summer! I am working with a family Monday-Wednesday 9-5 and occasional Fridays, but looking for someone who needs anytime in the evenings those days (I am more than happy to go from their house to yours) and any time Thursdays. Essentially whenever I'm not with my regular family! I also would...

Iris Mar I. says "We are very happy to share our experience having Skylar take care of our 7 month old for about 4 months. She was one of the few people on care.com that...

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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...

Jonaliza C. says "Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates...

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Maggi D.

Great With Kids

Flemington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I have been working with newborn/toddlers to pre-teen for 12 years now. I was a babysitter/mothers helper when I was 12. I have worked at two day cares before. I worked with the infants 6 weeks-15 months. I was a full time nanny with two amazing family's. One for five years. The other for 4 years. I love kids that's...

Alison H. says "Maggi is a very responsible young lady and is excellent with children."

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Charlotte M.

Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Charlotte. A little bit about me-I started as a mother's helper when I was 11 years old, and since then, have been working with children. I babysat up until college and then after receiving a bachelors degree in art education at the University of Vermont, I became a Lead Teacher for the Infant/toddler program.

Anna W. says "Charlotte is a warm, silly and enthusiastic teacher. I have had the honor of working with her as her assistant teacher. Charlotte knows how to bring a...

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Lorraine D.

Childcare/ Mothers Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
One of my most fulfilling accomplishments in life was to raise two boys who have become polite, well adjusted young men. There is nothing more important to me than that. I understand that your children are precious to you and would be my honor to help you watch over them. I have many years of experience with newborns, toddlers...

Donna B. says "Very caring! The children loved her"

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Aishah C.

A Mom Helper 4 Other Moms

Titusville, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Are you a new mom? Or just overwhelmed & looking for help? Maybe just need a daye or girl's night out? Hello! My name is Aishah & I may be what you need. As a mother of two boys, I understand all the stress of being a parent. I am available for weekend, esrly mornings and night time help. I can assist with pickup and dropoffs,...
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Devan C.

Nanny

Morristown, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi everyone, my names Devan:) I am 23 years old and currently in nursing school looking for some nannying or babysitting opportunities on the side. I have just relocated to the Bridgewater area and am excited to meet new families! I am CPR and first aid certified. I have over 10 years experience and have worked in daycares in...
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Anna G.

Meet Anna

Iselin, NJ

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hi! My name is Anna and I am from Iselin, NJ. I have had care giving experience with children of all ages (newborn to 12+). I began at the age of 14 as a mothers' helper and continued on to become a professional caregiver. I am a non-smoking 22-year-old with my own transportation and a clean driving record. I have a wonderful...
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Erundina B.

Woodbridge, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Linda and mom of two successful young women. I lost my job in March and decided to be a Nanny/Mother's helper. I have over 30 years of experience in caring for children of all ages. Love assisting children reach developmental milestones via reading, games, puzzles, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, etc. Willing to...
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Rachel B.

Long Valley, NJ

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello All! My name is Rachel and I'm located in Long Valley. I have 6 years of babysitting/ mother's helper experience and I am looking for a babysitting opportunity for anyone who needs help at night or even before school. I work full time at Heath Village in the activities department so I work Sunday-Thursday 9:00-5:30. I work...
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  • 42 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Somerville, NJ

Mother's Helpers in Somerville, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 42 listed mother's helpers

Lauren S.

Lauren took care of my two young, energetic sons early morning and after school, including dropoff and pickup. She bonded so easily with...

- Tiffany K.

Jenna S.

Jenna is a very responsible person. She has lots of energy & great communication skills. She works quickly and knows how to get stuff...

- Norman G.

Serena A.

Serena was such a great sitter for my 4 month old!! She was on time, very responsible and had a great caring personality. We would...

- Maura P.

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 2 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 Somerville, NJ. 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 $22.50.

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