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April B.

Childcare Provider/House Cleaning/Pet CareProvider/Personal Helper,

Oxon Hill, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
63-old mother of 6 young adults /13 grands with over 35 years of childcare experience. I provide nurturing, caring, loving professional care with skills to give your love one what they need for a good start in life. Pediatric First Aid/CPR certified. TB tested. Regular cleaning and laundry. Pet lover.
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Reston, VA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
travel
I like working with kids because they have their own unique perception of the world around them and their place in it. I enjoy answering their questions that I might not have ever considered before. I started working with kids as a mother's-helper when I was 12. In the 14 years since then I have prioritized being able to work...
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Fun And Experienced Nanny

Fairfax, VA

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$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Eve! I have been working with kids since I was 13 as a daycare attendant, nanny, babysitter, and mommies helper and teacher. I have taken care of children ranging from newborns to 10-year-olds. I also have my own transportation. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
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Very Flexible, Fun, Creative And Friendly (and Very Responsible)

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Karen, I am 19 and currently a pre-Nursing major at Towson University. I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I began as a mother's helper at age 12; I would watch my neighbor's 3 young boys while she spent time with her newborn and cooked or cleaned. Since then I have had a stint as a regular babysitter...
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Babysitter/Helper

Woodbridge, VA

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am currently a college student working to get my Nursing BSN to hopefully work in Pediatric care! I love being around kids and helping them figure things out. I'm good at tidying up, cooking, and just being a general help around the house.
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Washington, DC

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Molly and I am a 26-year-old public health professional, living and working in the DC area. I have over 15 years experience as a part-time nanny, babysitter, and mother's helper. I am comfortable with little ones, elementary school age, and teens. I am also willing to help with meal prep and other tasks as...
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Law Student Student With Significant Childcare Experience Available For After-school/weekday Jobs

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I started as a mother's helper for my neighbor and her children who were 4 and 6 at the time when I was 13 and continued to babysit them for 6+ years. I also have experience babysitting for newborns and 2-4-year-olds. Additionally, I worked for 4 summers as a camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds as well as an assistant for...
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Child care

Great Falls, VA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hallo my name is Vira, I am a kind, hardworking and responsible girl. Have a good experience with teaching and taking care of kids, worked in the kindergarten too. Love everything to be organised, on time and with pleasure and love. I have two sons, love them very much. Ready to help you and happy to be a good and save...
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Friendly And Compassionate Young Woman Hoping To Save Up For Graduate School.

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello :) My name is Jasmine and I would love to help your family with babysitting needs! I currently work as a biomedical researcher in Bethesda and I am trying to make some money before hopefully starting medical school in the fall. Having a medical background and a passion to care for others, I am uniquely qualified to care...
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A Fun, Yet Responsible Caretaker.

College Park, MD

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi Everyone! I graduated from UMD and seeking work while searching for a full time job. I have around 12 years of experience from being a mother's helper to having nannying experience, and have worked with a broad age group (3 months - preteens). I can help with pets, Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am an art major so...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Nurturing children comes naturally to me. My seven years of experience have instilled in me a deep understanding of children's needs. I grew up with a lot of cousins and being Mother's helper while my mom was nannying. I hold a graduate degree and leverage my education to provide enriching care. Previous babysitting roles...
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I'm Sophie! 24 Year Old Howard County Native And University Of South Carolina Graduate :)

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I started working with kids when I was around 11 years old! I was a mother's helper when I was younger, and as soon as I was old enough to start babysitting I did! I spent summers babysitting full time, helped with pickup and date nights during the school year, and most recently worked as a kids counselor at a dude ranch in...
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Hyattsville, MD

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Red and for 20+ years I have had the honor of watching & taking care of little humans. I am a magical multi faceted Mary Poppins! I step in, bring harmony, love, support and co creation wherever I go! Need someone to help/make dinner for your little ones, teach them ABCs to advanced studies, make sure they...
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Why I'm The Perfect Babysitter For Your Family

Rockville, MD

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Why Choose Me? Experienced and Trustworthy: With nearly a decade of experience, I am well-equipped to handle any situation your little ones may present. Bilingual Benefits: Fluent in Spanish and English (with a touch of Japanese), I can help foster language skills and cultural appreciation. Safety First: Certified in CPR and...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
12 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have always loved kiddos and started as a mother's helper at the age of 9 (making $2. 50 an hour). I began babysitting at age 13, was a camp counselor to rising kindergartners for 5 summers, and a full time nanny during the pandemic. With over a decade of experience, I possess a passion for all ages, from baby's to big kids!...
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Nanny Of 4+ Years

Woodbridge, VA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very outgoing, trustworthy nanny with experience of four plus years! I specifically love infants and toddlers as majority of my experience is with infants as early as newborn all the way to kindergartners! I have been a full time nanny for four years but started babysitting long before than, I also have experience...
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Washington, DC

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of hands-on experience, I am passionate about fostering a safe and stimulating environment for children to flourish. I started out at 12 as a mother's helper, babysat my way through high school and college and most recently I was an Au Pair in France and cared full time for a family with...
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Washington, DC

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Chiara! I am a 4th grade teacher during the day, with a passion for serving and educating all children! In fact, it was child care and a nanny job all 4 years of college with the same family that led me to my passion for teaching and to the world of education which I now work in! I am located in Washington, D. C. but...
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About Me!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
11 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Sasha, and I was born-and-raised in the DC area. I started working with kids when I was 12, as a "mother's helper" while the parents were in the house. In the decade since, I've gained more and more experience, and I have extensive references as a babysitter, camp counselor, and children's entertainer! I am a...
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Baby Sitter And Homework Helper

Reston, VA

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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am the oldest sister with three younger that I have cared for. I'm currently a student at GW, so my age can help me connect with and easily find things the kids would have fun with. I enjoy spending time with and helping out with kids, and I can also help with Light Housekeeping, homework help, and Cooking/Meal...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

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