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Eleni L.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I've been working with kids since I was 13, starting as a mother's helper and now with over a decade of experience as a nanny. I've worked with newborns through preteens, including siblings and kids of all abilities, and have experience in infant/toddler classes and newborn night care. I'm hands-on, patient, and love to be...

Care Member says "Eleni was amazing with my 4 year old daughter. She is patient and engaging and really took my shy kid right out of her shell. I couldn't recommend her...

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Lisa B.

Experienced Part-time Sitter Available In New York, NY

Long Island City, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have worked as a baby sitter and mother's helper since I was old enough to take on that responsibility, working with families in my synagogue and community, and I was a youth services librarian at Brooklyn Public Library for four years (until 2019). I love playing games with children and helping them learn in a cooperative...

Caroline D. says "Lisa watched over my 7 year old son after school. She was great: genuinely enjoyed playing with him, kept him busy with both indoor and outdoor...

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Sheryl H.

Wonderful Nanny/Babysitter/Mother's Helper

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm a skilled and knowledgeable caregiver in all areas with patience and care and experience in both classes of society, one of my main work areas is in Manhattan, Westchester and the Bronx. I'm flexible in caring for up to 4 children at once. I'm also an excellent multi-tasker caring for children, helping with home work,...

Stephen M. says "AMAZING-INCREDIBLE-LOVING We currently employ Sheryl and are relocating overseas, but unfortunately our incredible nanny is not able to join us. She...

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Emily W.

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New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Emily and I am currently relocating to NYC! I have been working with kids for about 15 years and started working with kids when I was 12 years old as a mother's helper. Since then, I have: babysat, interned at an elementary school, worked as a lifeguard for 6 summers, student taught in Rwanda, Africa, and taught...
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Jaclyn M.

Fun Sitter!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am currently a graduate student at Columbia University studying Occupational Therapy! I have extensive childcare experience through being a full time nanny for 6 summers and my time as a full time nanny/mothers helper in the fall of 2020 for an 18 month year old boy, 7-year-old girl and 12-year-old girl as their mother...

Chris B. says "Jaclyn is great! She is responsible, a great communicator, and the kids love her!"

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Aminta P.

Part Time Care Available

North Bergen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I want to be a part of the family and contribute my organizational skills, educational background like a Nanny, Babysitter, Mother's helper. Personal Child care means for me >provide assistance to the parents. >Ensure that children are well and helped. >Responsible for child care and daily task . >Training on human daily...

Michelle W. says "Aminta has been amazing with our little boy. She started working for us part-time when my son was 3 months old. Unfortunately, he started daycare full...

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Crystal M.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi my name is Crystal, and I am 36 years old. I have a 17-year-old son. In the past 20 years of my life I have cared for children of all ages from newborn through teen years. I am extremely patient and loving. I would be a great nanny/caregiver/Mommy helper; I am reliable, dedicated and love children. I also have a BA in child...

Natalie R. says "Crystal has been working for me since November 2013 and we love her. Even on the weekends my girls ask me all the time "when is Crystal coming?" I...

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Lauren K.

Plainview, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, empathetic, and attentive. I started working with kids when I was little. I grew up with young cousins, became a mother helper in middle school and then started working with them professionally as soon as I was old enough. Two things you should know about me is that I have a car and I...

Care Member says "Lauren is wonderful with my son. She was amazing to work with and my so. Absolutely loved her. Can’t wait to have her back 🥰👍👏"

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Isha L.

Top Notch Tutor, Professional Nanny And Family Assistant!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I am an certified newborn care specialist and nanny. I will work together with you as a team to ensure that your kids receive the best care possible. I am a self-starter and I promise to make your life easier. I will keep your kids engaged and entertained by reading aloud to them, taking them out on adventures to explore the...

Nicole G. says "Isha has been my daughter's babysitter/nanny since she was three weeks old (she is currently 13 months old.) She is kind, patient, reliable, smart, and...

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Teri L.

MOTHER'S HELPER/NANNY

Eastchester, NY

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I am a loving experienced mother of a Now grown son who I raised myself. I have held the position of Teacher's Assistant in various day care programs as well as child care positions for newborns, toddlers and preteens. I have driven children to school activities and am happy to help with homework. I am reliable, honest, pay...

Katrena S. says "Teri worked for us for a year taking care of our 6 year old son, who is on the autism spectrum. My son loved her and I really appreciated her help with...

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Paula R.

Paula

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Paula, 29 y. o, I'm from Colombia, and I would love to share about my experience as a Nanny, Au pair and babysitter. I'm very passionate, flexible and compassionate. In my free time I will be running, visiting with my friends or developing a new hobby! QUALIFICATIONS - Former Infant Qualified Au Pair. - First...

Jen F. says "Paula is a wonderful childcare provider! She is warm, nurturing, and responsible. I always felt comfortable leaving my two kids (5 and 3 years old) with her....

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Gilma P.

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I've been working as a nanny for over 10 years and I enjoy every second of it. There is not one moment I regret spending time and helping the children out. I have worked as a nanny for many families over the past 10 years taking care of newborns to teenagers. I consider myself more than a child care provider. I like to consider...

Anne B. says "Gilma provided three wonderful years of full-time care for our two boys, over which she came to feel like a member of our family. If they both didn’t need...

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Erika M.

Nanny/ Babysitter/ Mother's Helper Available

Staten Island, NY

4.6(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a 39-year-old mother of one wonderful 14-year-old girl now a 9th grader and she is the love of my life! I have over 13+ years of experience as a nanny. I can provide excellent verifiable reference available. I am seeking work ideally in Brooklyn and Staten Island, Manhattan. I am a hands on individual who enjoys arts and...

Care Member says "We had a trial run with Erika and she was excellent. The moment she stepped in, she was professional and definitely showed a high standard of care. "

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Carlie V.

Caring, Creative Carlie: Your Trusted Family Helper!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm Carlie! I have over 7 years of babysitting experience and have worked with children of all ages. During college, I babysat for several families in the Chapel Hill area, and I was a family assistant for one family. Currently, I work in the non-profit sector as an Education Supervisor, overseeing tutoring services for...

Care Member says "Awesome with children of all ages and added bonus of being a tutor! We used both services and were very impressed. "

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Mir L.

Palisades Park, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I am a mothers helper. I drive, can cook, light tutoring, after school care. Having raised my own kids, let me help you with yours.
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Kelly B.

Brooklyn, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hey! I'm Kelly. I love being around kids and babies. Just comes natural to me. I've been babysitting since I was old enough to be a mother's helper. I grew up in an apartment building with many kids around and I was always the one to babysit them. I love going for walks, library, hanging out in the park or going for a sweet...
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Jessica M.

Qualified And Reliable

Bayonne, NJ

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$15/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I possess a graduate degree in psychology and have worked as a case manager with a diverse client base in both hospital/medical services setting and non profit organizations. I have just earned my GCTC (Grief Coaching Training Certification) in an attempt to further my career in the healthcare field as I am a natural helper. I...
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Kayla B.

Reliable Babysitter With RBT & Camp Counselor Experience

Brooklyn, NY

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$21/hr
1 year experience
I'm a reliable babysitter and Registered Behavior Technician with experience supporting children on the autism spectrum. I've also worked as an art camp counselor, classroom helper, and family sitter. I'm patient, attentive, and love keeping kids smiling and engaged through various fun activities. I'm CPR + First Aid certified...
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Ariel G.

Trained Engineer And Experienced Sitter

New York, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
From starting as a mother's helper at the age of 12, I have always loved caring for children. My goal is to support them in their daily lives, whether that be through tutoring, or sitting. In addition to being a mother's helper for a number of years, I have babysat children for more than 10 years and am excited to understand how...
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Emily G.

Brooklyn, NY

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
My mother owned a Daycare for about 10 years where I was her helper. I now have a kid of my own and know exactly what it is to need a break as a momma or needing to get things done. I have always love working with children and wish to hopefully become a preschool teacher.
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Springfield Gardens, NY

Mother's Helpers in Springfield Gardens, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Eleni L.

Eleni was amazing with my 4 year old daughter. She is patient and engaging and really took my shy kid right out of her shell. I couldn't...

- Care member

Lisa B.

Lisa watched over my 7 year old son after school. She was great: genuinely enjoyed playing with him, kept him busy with both indoor and...

- Caroline D.

Sheryl H.

AMAZING-INCREDIBLE-LOVING We currently employ Sheryl and are relocating overseas, but unfortunately our incredible nanny is not able to...

- Stephen M.

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 Springfield Gardens, NY. 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 $19.00.

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