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Lillian A.

Fun, Outgoing, Loves Kids!

Arlington, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi, I am a 20-year-old college student at Fairfield University. I am currently a junior studying psychology with a minor in education and health studies. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and volunteered at my local pre school during high school. During the summers I work as a preschool teacher. I am available as a date...
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Happy Professional Helper Caregiver

Salem, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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I'd describe my personality as positive happy smart I like working with kids because they are curious energetic openminded I'm looking for a job that appreciates my contribution talents and ethics I started working with kids when I was 12 In my spare time, I like to sing choir art group walk dogs go to beach One thing you...
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Patient And Proactive Sitter

Malden, MA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
This is a mother and daughter profile. We're Brazilian and have been in the US for two years. Here're some facts about us: Hi - My name is Vanessa. I am graduated in social communication. My first tongue is Portuguese and I'm taking English classes. I am very organized and good at taking care of others. I'm also currently...
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Fun Sitter, Caregiver And All Around Helper For Families In Need

Somerville, MA

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$24/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience. I am currently an RN in Boston. I love to babysit/ was a nanny prior to nursing school. I also love to help out for those in need of a caregiver. I can help with every day needs, travel, remote learning and carpooling.
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Boston, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I've been babysitting since freshman year of high school and I have always worked well with kids of all ages :). I have experience working with multiple children, children with special needs, and I am also a homework helper. I was a sleep away summer camp counselor in 2019 and worked with all ages as well!
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Somerville, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Julia and I've been working with kids of all ages for over 5 years as a babysitter, coach, and camp counselor. I'm currently studying Child Development and Psychology and hope to go into the field of education in the future. I truly love spending time with kids and immersing myself in their games, activities, and...
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Looking For A Full Time Nanny Position Starting Immediatley

Somerville, MA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am currently working as a barista in Cambridge and am looking to get back into the nanny world for the summer. A little about my prior experience working with children; I have been working with children, in some sort of capacity, since I was 13. I started out as a neighborhood mothers helper then transitioned into babysitting...
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Funny Guy, Good Helper, Kind And Friendly, And Positive Encouragement

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. And I make the kids day with good attitude and guidance.
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Experienced, Loving And Nurturing Bilingual Nanny!

East Boston, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I'm Vilma, a highly qualified Nanny in the Boston area. I'm currently searching for a caregiver position with a loving and kind family. I have more than 10 years of professional experience in the childcare field, mother's helper, as well as in house and family management. (Extensive newborn experience.) Your ideal caregiver, if...
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Babysitter And Mother's Helper

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! I'm a college senior with one year of babysitting experience and two years or experience as a summer camp counselor. I have a natural ability to connect with kids, creating a comfortable environment where they feel like they can be themselves. Playing board games, doing puzzles and crafts, and spending time outside are my...
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Lexington, MA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
I have babysat children of many ages starting as a mothers helper. I then progressed into nannying for a child with skeletal muscular atrophy along with babysitting for children with ages ranging from infant to pre-teen. I now work at a nursing home as an admissions director.
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Mothers Helper Or Date Night Out Sitter

Winchester, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a single mother of two incredible boys in their teens. On my days where my boys are at their father's house I have some extra time to help out. I run a successful photography business and read a lot. But I also nannied through college for a family of four kids including triplets. I am patient, mellow, like task oriented...
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Chelsea, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I've been watching young children since I was 12 years old, starting as a mother's helper and eventually starting to babysit all through high school and college. I have been a nanny for several families, one with 4 children under the age of 6 years old. I am comfortable with all ages, including infants.
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Child Care Provider

Boston, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, my name is Rachel! I read your job post and wanted to reach out! I live in Charlestown and work full-time in East Cambridge. I am currently seeking occasional babysitting opportunities, whether for date nights, family helper roles, or weekend sitting. A little bit about me: I have 10+ years of babysitting experience....
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A Little About Me!

Saugus, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe myself as kind, outgoing, and patient. I like working with kids because kids are everything that is good, they're sometimes messy and chaotic but they're also honest, kind, and curious. I'm looking for a job that will allow my own child to tag along if necessary for one off or date night jobs or for consistent...
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Somerville, MA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, kind and sensitive. I like working with kids because they are whimsical and creative. Their imagination is limitless and helping them grow and develop into their own person is the most rewarding job out there. I'm looking for a job that I started working with kids when I was in...
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Hello! I'm a friendly, responsible professional with experience supporting families in both household management and caregiving roles. I currently manage business but am looking for a part-time position as a household assistant, personal companion, or family helper, where I can provide practical support and genuine care. I have...
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Caretaker And Mothers Helper

Woburn, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been taking care of children since I was 12. I am now 31 and can't count how many children I have taken care of over the years. I have experience with twins, newborns, and preteens. I also coach volleyball to girls between the ages of 9 and 12. I have taken care of 4 children at once, youngest being a newborn and oldest...
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North Reading, MA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Hello! I am currently a sophomore in college at the University of New England in Biddeford, Maine. I am looking for date night opportunities and a summer position in or around North Reading, MA while I am home from school until late August. I have been working with kids as a babysitter/mother's helper since I was about 11 or 12...
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Child Care

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've been working with children, professionally, for 10 years but have experience going back to my middle school days, when I began as a mother's helper, caring for twins. I always knew that caring for children would be my life's work, even from that young age. When I completed high school, I went on to earn my Associate's...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

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

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 5.0

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 Wakefield, MA. 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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