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Ashley D.

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Springfield, VA

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$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Ashley. I am 20yrs old, I am currently studying Digital Marketing at NOVA, but finish May 8th. Since the age of 14, I have been helping with taking care of children. From ages of 14-18 I was an assistant helper at a Home DayCare with Fairfax County. I am free to start May 9th, since I am one my last few days...
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Babysitter/Mother's Helper

Falls Church, VA

3.3(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
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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Fairfax, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I really love working with kids. I have experience nannying and being a mothers helper as well. I also have worked in a preschool. I have confidence working with children. It might be because I am a child at heart! I have been trained in CPR and First Aid and I respond well in...

Shannon H. says "Christina was on time and great with my kids. She drove them to playgrounds, etc. and the kids had a wonderful time. I would definitely hire her again!"

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I'm A Dynamic Mom, like Music And Enjoy To Go To The Gym Everyday

Woodbridge, VA

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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
English and Spanish speaker. Senior Care. I was a companion for a senior lady who loves to read I helper to prep her meals do some errands, manage some medications, helper to bath and change. also some light house keeping duties. I have two years of experience also worked with people with dementia and Alzheimer's
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Falls Church, VA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Nicolás from Argentina. I was an au pair in the U. S. for 2 years with 3 wonderful families - happy to provide references! I also worked as a tutor, babysitter, and Scout helper back home. In the U. S., I cared for children of all ages: H (3), K (5), R (12), Q (5), H (10), C (12), C (1. 5), L (9), and L (11). I'm...
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Falls Church, VA

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Fun, Afterschool Nanny/Homework Helper!

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I am a current 1st grade teacher who loves working with children! When I think about other career paths, I can't imagine an alternative job that brings me greater joy and gratification along with lots of fun! Prior to teaching elementary school, I worked as a preschool teacher while I completed my masters degree. I...
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Full Time Nanny Or Mother's Helper

Lorton, VA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I worked as a full time nanny during the Summer of 2021 and 2022. I nannied for twin boys age 5 and then nannied for 3 boys between the ages of 8 and 14. Some activities we did included arts & crafts, hikes, nature walks, biking, water play, sport games, board games, building toys, building forts, play dates, and going to the...
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A Little Bit About Me And Why I'm On Care.com

Fairfax, VA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I have a passion for working with children. I am actually in college college currently studying special education. My top priority when working with you is following your instructions and your lead as the parents and making sure everyone is having fun and being safe. As far as my experience, I have worked four years first as a...
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"You'd Be Such A Great Mom" - Everyone I've Ever Met

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there! I'm a full-time federal employee with time, energy, and loyalty to spare. My strengths (and joys) are organization, tidying and keeping a clean home, and sticking to routines. As the oldest of four, I've been the de facto "third parent" for most of my life, and have supervised, engaged, and nurtured younger siblings...
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Arlington, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Kathryn, I am 20 years old and looking to be a part time nanny/mother's helper. I have previous experience caring for 2 elementary age children, as well helping out with various chores (laundry, dishes, grocery pickup, returns, etc.). I am a very organized person and also a great learner.
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Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Hello! My name is Princess . I'm currently a Health Science student at Northern Virginia Community College and a future Dental Hygiene student at Virginia Commonwealth University. I have a passion for working with children and love building meaningful bonds with them. I've gained valuable experience as a coach counselor at Rich...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Fairfax, VA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I love being a caregiver and have been caring for children since I was 12 years old. I started as a mothers helper for 6-month-old and since then have cared for children of all ages. I am now 26 years old and have been babysitting for a over 12 years for various different families, children ages 0-13. I am originally from the...
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Babysitter

Woodbridge, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
NY/VA Hi, I am Isabella. I am 27 and currently back at home while I study for my board exams. I am a very responsible, fun, outgoing person who loves to be proactive and do things outdoors. I also love to bake and do crafty stuff. I do have some previous experience working with kids from being a nanny to being a camp counselor...
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Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
I started working with kids when I was in late elementary school being a mother's helper until I was old enough to actually babysit.
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Part-time Babysitter

Arlington, VA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
I became a mother's helper at the age of 12 and helped a woman with two little girls. I have two little brothers and a little sister (6, 11, 13). I babysit for a family of four two summers ago (26 months, kindergarten, second grade, and fourth grade). This past summer I nannied for a family with two kids 6 and 3 years old. I am...
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Part-time Sitter/ Weekend Helper!

Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Keaira and I am a recent college graduate, looking to continue my education locally. I have over nine years of experience caring for children. I have worked with children ages one month to 14 years old. Before becoming a sitter/nanny I worked as a summer camp counselor and after school program counselor. Some...
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Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a a caring and energetic college student from Arlington, VA looking for a job during summer break. I had babysitting and mother's helper jobs throughout high school, often watching up to three children at a time, helping with homeschooling, and coming up with creative and engaging activities for the kids. I am an experienced...
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Happy Helper For Your Little Adventurers

Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Marie, a dedicated and responsible babysitter/nanny committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your children. With 5 years of experience in babysitting and nannying, I've received positive feedback from all the families I've worked with. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children,...
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Laura R.'s Photo

Alexandria, VA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Are you looking for a good babysitter on the weekend! I'm 40 years old, and I'm a very qualified nanny. I have 20 years of experience with infants, toddlers, and children up to teenagers. I also have great references that I am happy to provide. I drive my car. I am a citizen of the USA. I have my CPR and First Aid certificates....
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of August 2025

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, VA. 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 $23.00.

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