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Hillary C.

Brookline, MA

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$15/hr
Hi! Ever since I was 13 years old I have loved children, I started as a mother s helper and eventually became a nanny for many families during my teenage to early twenties. I continued to babysit while I completed my two bachelors degrees, speech pathology and Nursing. Currently, I am working as a full time RN at Mass General...
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Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I'm Lucy, and I've always had a passion for working with kids. I started as a mother's helper in 5th grade and transitioned into babysitting throughout high school. Most recently, I worked as a nanny for a family in Washington, DC, for six months, where I cared for a 5-year-old after school and a 1-year-old throughout the...
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Caretaker And Mothers Helper

Woburn, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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Friendly And Attentive Babysitter

Cambridge, MA

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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
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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Child Care

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 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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Babysitter/Summer Nanny

Sudbury, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been around young children my whole life. I started as a mother's helper when I was in fourth grade for my aunt and her 5 children, and my neighbors and their six children. As I got older I spent the majority of my weekends babysitting for different families, regularly, and on weekend nights. I am a lifeguard at the...
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Upbeat Sitter & Remote School Helper

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
A experienced sitter looking to be a families helper during these difficult times. Happy to help with remote school work, crafts and activities, laundry, and errands. References available.

Justine S. says "Leela has been so amazing with my toddler! She has an innate love for children and ability to make them happy. She has always been so caring,...

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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I love taking care of children. I have 2 children of my own. I've taken care of newborns to 12 years old. I've had experience and I also have volunteered in my children's school as a teacher classroom's helper. I'm responsible, caring and a hardworking woman.

Care Member says "I was her CPR AND FIRST TRAINER and she was able to complete the training without difficulty."

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Honey B.'s Photo

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Are you looking for a fun, loving, and responsible care giver for your kids? Well look no further! Hi I'm Honey! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 12 years old! (crazy right). I grew up around my younger siblings so I learned many valuable...

Jessica K. says "We hired Jalynn as a full time nanny for our 6 kids over 3 years ago and she was with us for about 2 1/2 years. The only reason she stopped working for...

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Summer Babysitter/Nanny

Mattapan, MA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Ashley. I have worked about every kind of childcare position; from special needs care, to infants, overnight/travel care, house manager, and a friend to the parents. You need it I am on it! I worked as a mother's helper from ages 9-11 years old and then began babysitting at the age of 12. I have extensive...

Blake S. says "Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so...

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Experienced Babysitter And Nanny

Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
With me, I can make sure your children are safe, comfortable and having a good time! As a reliable babysitter, I will always put the needs of your children first. I started off being a mother's helper when I was very young, worked in a daycare in high school, babysat/nannied through college, and am now picking up babysitting...

Care Member says "Tess was wonderful! Took great care of our 1.5 yr old, played with him for hours! Definitely recommend! "

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Revere, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Sarah. I am a local mom, and I have worked as a nanny for many years now. I enjoy working with children, they are so much fun! I enjoy reading to them, playing games together, being outside at a park or in a yard interacting with them. I enjoy doing age appropriate arts and crafts with the kids and seeing their...

Care Member says "I have worked with beloved Sarah for many years with my 5 year old son since he was a about 4 months old she had always gone the extra mile for my...

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FT/PT Nanny Available

Revere, MA

4.8(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi families, i'm Beth. I'm a fun loving, cookie baking, arts and crafts making type of nanny! I have been working with children for over 13 years now. While I attended school I was a teacher's helper in a preschool classroom for 4 years, as well as taking multiple child care classes. After I graduated I continued to work in...

Jamie C. says "Beth is an amazing babysitter/nanny! She took care of my premature infant twins who are now three. She is very flexible and able to accommodate different...

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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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Kind And Caring Mother's Helper Available!

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have many years of experience baby-sitting children of all ages, including care of my 2-year-old niece and 3-week-old nephew. I am kind, nurturing and positive. I also have five years of experience as an Assistant Dance Teacher working with children ages four through 15.
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Weekend Helper

Boston, MA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hello there! I'm an experienced babysitter who's not only great with kids but also loves animals. With a proven track record of providing exceptional care, I'm a responsible driver, ensuring your little ones get where they need to be safely. I'm dedicated to going the extra mile for your family, creating a nurturing and fun...
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Hudson, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
Hello, I'm Amanda, a licensed practical nurse with a rich background in childcare. My journey began at age 11 as a mother's helper, evolving into over 10+ years of experience in childcare, catering to ages from infancy to kindergarten. I've also dedicated 7 years to teaching swimming to children aged 4-15, all while maintaining...
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Everett, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have experience with children and teenagers, cleaning houses. I can sleep at work and stay on weekends, I am looking for a family home to work as a domestic helper. I have experience with children, food care and education. I like animals. I do not speak fluent English, but I am willing to work with Americans and I can...
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Mothers Helper!!

Reading, MA

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$45/hr
8 years experience
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
My name is Hayley and I am a mother of two beautiful girls (6, 8yrs). I'm a reliable caregiver, with a spotless driving record, I love kids, and pets of all kinds. Do you need someone to help with light housework, cooking, grocery shopping, etc? I'm your helper!
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Kind And Experienced Babysitter Available

Lynn, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
My name is Izabelle, I am 27 years old. I moved recently to Abington. My first language is Portuguese and I am open to teach Portuguese and Brazilian culture for the kids. I've been a babysitter for many years for all ages! I was an au pair of 4 kids during 2 years (ages: 7, 5, 3 & newborn). I worked in a school being a helper...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.67/hr as of August 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Waltham, MA

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

Leela T.

Leela has been so amazing with my toddler! She has an innate love for children and ability to make them happy. She has always been so...

- Justine S.

Karlis F.

I was her CPR AND FIRST TRAINER and she was able to complete the training without difficulty.

- Care member

Honey B.

We hired Jalynn as a full time nanny for our 6 kids over 3 years ago and she was with us for about 2 1/2 years. The only reason she stopped...

- Jessica K.

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 3 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 Waltham, 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 $20.67.

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