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Amara S.

West Chester, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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Hello! My name is Amara. I have 11 years of childcare experience, starting from being a mother's helper as an early teen. During college, I was the director of a Before and After School program that caters to a local elementary and preschool. I graduated from West Chester University in 2021 with a Bachelor's of Science in...

Care Member says "Amara is very patient even though my baby initially refused to play with strangers. They end up played very happily. I'm so relieved "

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Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I recently completed studying in an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program and transitioned into the BS Health Sciences program at Thomas Jefferson University. My overall goal is to become an occupational therapist (OT). I have a significant amount of experience in early childhood development from my time in the OTA...

Care Member says "Emily cared for my children during the pandemic lockdown. Their summer camp was closed and she created “camp Emily” for them at home. She arrived every...

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Experienced Infant Caregiver Available - Wilmington, DE

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi. This is year 4 of happily working for a wonderful family part time (Tues. & Wed. days 20 hrs/wk). I also serve as a Music Director on Sundays. This nanny job ends at the end of August. My current interest is in one-off days, date nights, and temp work from now until December. Then I am open to a job with one infant or up...

David H. says "Sharon is an excellent caregiver for our baby boy. We trust her completely. It provides us with a sense of comfort to know that when we cannot be with our...

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Babysitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm JillIan! I have worked with kids ranging from 2 weeks to 16 years old. I began babysitting as a mothers helper at age 12 and have been babysitting ever since. I work as a summer camp counselor and work/play with children ages 4-6. I have also nannied for spring break picked the kids up from school. I nannied for two...

Deva R. says "Jillian watched our son while my husband and I went on a date night. She was punctual, responsive and overall a pleasure. Look forward to hiring her...

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Evening Time Mothers Helper 3 Days A Week!

Gloucester City, NJ

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Looking for a mother's helper? No worries, I am here to help :). My name is Jesenia also know as Jess. A little about myself, I am a college grad from Rutgers university. I currently work in my field. However, I am looking for extra hours. I have experienced working as babysitter, mother's helper (family assistant) for over 10...
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Reliable Helper

Phoenixville, PA

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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I have more than 10 years of experience as I have been taking care of children and elders since I was a teen and I am now in my 50s. I can help with Travel and Carpooling and have a reliable four- wheel drive, four door truck. I love to play games (just not video games) and doing crafts and art. I am firm but kind-and I love...
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Seeking A Family I'll Fit Right In With!

Philadelphia, PA

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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Sarah. I'm a grad looking for a nannying/mommy's helper position for the rest of summer into the fall. I have experience working with and babysitting children from 9 months to 12 years. I nannied for families in the summer throughout high school, as well as full time in 2020. I also have experience...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Philadelphia, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
Experienced babysitter who is fun and flexible! I am a 23 years old and a Temple alum. I currently work full time at CHOP M-F but I am looking to pick up some weekend work as I'm saving up to go back to school. Because of my job, I have all my background checks and child abuse clearances as well. I know as we are getting closer...
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Your New Nanny, Amy!

Gloucester City, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Seasoned caregiver (34 years old) looking for next role! I am open to a variety of positions (full time, part time, mothers helper, house manager, babysitter/nanny). I have experience with children of all ages from infant through school age, as well as children with special needs, senior care and pet care. I can provide...
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Caring Sitter And Cheerful Helper

Philadelphia, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have experience watching children that started when I was 13 years old. I have volunteered in classrooms, been a nanny, and tutored children. As the eldest sibling in my family caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. My childcare experience expands across all age groups. I operate from a place of empathy and...
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Child Care

Philadelphia, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been a a babysitter/nanny professionally as well as for neighbors, family friends and church members for 10+ years. However, I was a mother's helper for family friends, since I was 10 years old. Currently, I'm a 4th year medical student starting Radiology residency in July 2017. I absolutely love children. I enjoy staying...
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Bellmawr, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi my name is Yanet, I graduated from Paul VI high school and I'm attending Rutgers Camden as a finance major! I am an experienced and dedicated babysitter of 5 years with a genuine love for children. I'd call myself a mother/father's helper being safety conscious, energetic, and reliable. I grew up in bellmawr with two sisters...
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Excited Caretaker

Philadelphia, PA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I offer my services from $5-$30 an hour depending on your financial needs. For families able to afford it, please consider a higher rate as that helps me to provide service for those in financial need. I have worked with children in various helper positions and I'm currently a social work graduate student! I believe in an...
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Exton, PA

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Caring for children has always been a passion of mine and something I feel that I am talented at! I am a very family oriented person and spent a lot of my time in my childhood and my adolescence caring for my younger cousins. Once I turned 11 years old, I began reaching out to neighbors and friends for jobs as a parent's helper....
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Philadelphia, PA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Nina, and I am looking for an opportunity to be a trusted nanny, helper, and someone to give parents a little break. I am 20 years old and currently attending Temple University. Growing up in a big family, I have many cousins and nieces whom I adore. I was instilled with family values from a young age and have...
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Philadelphia, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Sophia, I graduated from Drexel with dual degrees in communication and history and received my MSc from the University of Bath in England. I have been nannying since I was 12 years old, and throughout all of my other working experience, it is always one of my favorite jobs. I've worked with kids of all ages, from all...
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Jackie

West Chester, PA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! I have lived in West Chester my whole life and graduated from Downingtown High School West in 2023. I attend Towson University in Baltimore Maryland. I have been babysitting for the past 4-5 years. I have experience with all ages. I hope you are doing well! I'd describe my personality as Funny, well rounded, down to earth!...
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Love Kids And A Great Helper

Deptford, NJ

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am a full-time college student who loves kids and helping families! I have experience sitting on both a regular and semi-regular basis. My schedule fills fast so I'm most often the go-to for date nights or for when you want time to work at home without worrying about watching kids. but I am certainly interested in weekly...
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Philadelphia, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello families! Great to meet you, my name is Jackie. I am 24 years old and graduated Temple University with my degrees in History and Education. Childcare has been a huge part of my life and overall career goals since I was a little girl. I hit the ground running at a young age as a "mother's helper", which seamlessly...
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Fun Sitter

West Chester, PA

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Kiera H. I live in Schuylkill County, PA. I am currently a senior at West Chester University majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders. I will be attending grad school starting in the fall for Speech-Language Pathology. The past 2 summers I have been a head summer swim coach for kids aged 6-17. Since I...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Swarthmore, PA

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

Amara S.

Amara is very patient even though my baby initially refused to play with strangers. They end up played very happily. I'm so relieved

- Care member

Emily M.

Emily cared for my children during the pandemic lockdown. Their summer camp was closed and she created “camp Emily” for them at home. She...

- Care member

Sharon B.

Sharon is an excellent caregiver for our baby boy. We trust her completely. It provides us with a sense of comfort to know that when we...

- David H.

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 Swarthmore, PA. 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 $20.00.

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