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I'm Sean, I'm basically a respite worker available to those parents who need a break. More than just a babysitting situation I prefer to do educational things
Im comfortable with school age kids. Im available as a history teacher and guide such as a trip . Stuff like that
However im availble for whatever you might need.
Sean can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I started off being a mothers helper when I was 13 and when I was 16 I started babysitting. In high school I took child development and worked at a preschool as a teachers assistant. I was also a...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie nannied our twins full-time for a little under a year and she was amazing. She was reliable and punctual and got along great with the kids. She is super sweet and we were sad to lose her when she was no longer able to do full-time. Highly recommend."
Sarah S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Eden. I started working in childcare as a mother's helper when I was just 10 years old and have been alone babysitting since I was 13. Over the last 10 years I have had the privilege of working with families from diverse backgrounds and age groups. I possess a genuine affinity for children and excel in providing...
Eden can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"So happy to have found Eden on this site. She has watched our 3 year old off and on and has done a great job with him. We can always count on our son to have a great time and be cared for when he is in her care."
Daniel B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the last 18 years, I have been successfully raising two really great kids- my twin sons. Over the years, we have done everything from little hikes near our house, Lego building, reading, craft projects to having them teach me how to properly throw and catch a football. I have also had the privilege of caring for an autistic...
Annie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Laurie, I have 25+ years of experience taking care of children, 10 of which was working in a daycare setting and another 10 working at a fitness/community center in the childcare room. I was the supervisor for the kids room at a gym for a year and am well versed in 10+ ways to play tag, yoga(love cosmic kids) and...
Laurie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My children love when Laurie comes to babysit. She is without a doubt their favorite. They know when she babysits they get her full attention. She is kind yet firm. She knows how to have fun with them but can also get them to do their homework and go to sleep...
Michelle W.
I'm a mother of 1 who has a lot of non-paid experience with raising and helping care for family and friend's children. I've been a coach for basketball and cheerleader, so I'm comfortable with managing a crowd. In the past, my daughter has participated in a number of activities such as gymnastics, dance, acting, pageants,...
Joanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
1.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi families,
My name is Elissa. I am 22 and a high school graduate. I am from East Windsor , CT. As of right now I do have a job but am looking to leave. I have experience with two families on here I watched two sweet boys that were 3 and 5 and then with another family I was a mothers' helper for twins starting at the age 3...
Elissa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Chelsea B.
West Hartford, CT
$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have always loved caring for children! I have taken care of and taught 2-4-year-olds at my church, been a mother's helper to children from 7 months - 9 years, and babysat kids 7 years and up. I am a strong swimmer and have worked around pets ranging from small dogs to horses!
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Caroline P.
Avon, CT
$24-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Caroline. I have 20+ years of childcare experience, having begun babysitting for neighborhood families when I was 13. I have provided care for 8+ families over the years, spanning in age from infant, toddler, young child to pre-teen. I am a caring, compassionate, creative, responsible and reliable individual who enjoys...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Viviana; I have 10 years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade schools. For four years, I took care of 3 grade-schoolers and was a mom helper. Prior, I took care of two kids 18 months and 6 years old for a beautiful family in Valley Stream. I was a full-time live-in nanny....
Viviana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jillian C.
Hartford, CT
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello!! I have 2 years of experience in working with children at the YMCA daycare. I am willing to help with errands, travel, remote learning, light housekeeping, and anything else you might need! Very flexible with helping out at a moments notice. I have worked with kids since 2016, working as a gymnastics teacher, babysitter,...
Jillian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I've worked in a day care over the summer and am looking to go to school for pediatric medicine in the spring! I enjoy helping kids expand their knowledge and would love to be there to watch them grow!
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Jessica A.
Avon, CT
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Jessie and I'm currently living in my home town in Connecticut. I'm taking the semester off from studying at the University of New Hampshire, so my hours are very flexible. I'm looking for a short term job before I begin working at a camp this summer. My experience includes nannying, mother's helper, a volunteer...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nicole W.
Winsted, CT
$36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there. I'm from the Northwest corner of Connecticut and have always loved children. I started as a mother's helper when I was still in middle school and I still continue doing what I love as a babysitter/nanny.
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Reilley R.
Enfield, CT
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Love Children, Fun, Like To Hang Out And Do What They Want
hi my name is Reilley. I'm 20 years old and go to UCONN studying to be a child psychologist. I love kids and have been babysitting for the past 3 summers. I also have experience being a mothers helper and an occasional babysitter since I was 12 years old. I'm looking for a summer babysitting job, I will be pretty flexible with...
Reilley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
I've always loved babies/children my whole life. I started as a mother's helper at the age of 13, and then when I got old enough, I started watching those same children on my own and then my friends started having babies, that I started watching. Then I applied for Early child Education to become a daycare provider. And I've...
Natasha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
I have worked with kids off all ages for four years now. My experience as a swim instructor at a summer camp, an assistant teacher at a day care, and as a ski instructor have given me the tools to be prepared for anything while working with kids. I am comfortable with all ages, am a good helper with school work and have many fun...
Lydia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Southwick, MA
Stephanie P.
5.0
Stephanie was wonderful watching my 8 week old daughter during the week so I could study for my board exam. She was kind, communicative, reliable, and a pleasure to work with.
- Danielle D.
Eden L.
5.0
So happy to have found Eden on this site. She has watched our 3 year old off and on and has done a great job with him. We can always count on our son to have a great time and be cared for when he is in her care.
- Daniel B.
Laurie F.
5.0
Laurie was my family's babysitter about 8 to 10 years ago. She watched my brother (age 4-6) at the time and I (age 8-10) each day after school. Laurie went out of her way to make everyday so much fun, while driving us to after school activities, making sure we were fed and that homework was done,...
- Natali L.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Southwick, MA?
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.
How can I find mother’s helpers near me in Southwick, MA?
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 Southwick, MA. 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 Southwick, MA in May, 2024?
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 $15.00.