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Alexis F.
Bellmore, NY
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My whole life I loved being around kids. I have been a mother's helper and gradually worked myself up to be a babysitter. I have also worked at a camp for 4 years. I've watched kids of all ages and have taken care of a kid with special needs. I have also worked at Friendly's were kids are a BIG focus. I am a very active person...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Olivia, I am 19 years old and home for the summer. I am looking to babysit and am going to be a Junior at Penn State University. I am studying Early Elementary Education and Special Ed. I have worked at a daycare for two years and have plenty of other babysitting experience. My availability for the summer is...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Hi! I've been babysitting for the past 7 years and am looking for a part-time/once in a while job to fit around my full time work schedule! I love working with kids and I think your kids will love me too. I have experience from mothers-helper to full time nanny positions. Hope you meet you and your littles soon!
Tara can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Melissa R.
Hicksville, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello I am Melissa I am currently looking for part time work. I have been a preschool teacher and nanny. I have worked with children since I was about 8 years old starting as a mothers helper.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Tori. I am a 28-year-old raised in a home of 5 children. I LOVE working with kids, I've been doing it since I can remember. Throughout my childhood, I was always mommy's little helper with my younger sister and brother. I have also been trusted by several nearby families for many babysitting opportunities...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Liz! I am a direct support aide for a man with autism in Suffolk. I have experience babysitting from age 12 all throughout college. I currently have a 1-year-old nephew whom I am a mother's helper to. Looking for a morning gig.
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Lily K.
Long Beach, NY
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter Looking For Early Morning Care For The Fall.
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, flexible, and upbeat!
I like working with kids because they bring a sense of imagination and curiosity into this world. I love exploring new ideas and concepts that are educational and exciting for children to learn!
I will be in my senior year of college this fall so I am looking...
Elena L.
Lindenhurst, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I'm Elena and I'm a 29-year-old social worker for children and adolescents. I started off being a mother's helper when I was 13 years old then became a babysitter and a nanny. I have experience with multiples (triplets!) including newborns, toddlers and children. I've worked at numerous child care centers as a teacher's...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Victoria S.
Baldwin, NY
$50-55/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my names Victoria. I have two younger sisters and was a mothers helper since I was 9 years old. I love spending time with all kids all ages. During nursing school I have babysat for a family of 2 boys which I watched throughout my 4 years in college as well as occasionally just from the bond we've developed. I am a registered...
Victoria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ruby G.
Long Beach, NY
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient and responsible.
I like working with kids because it just brings me so much joy and excitement. I love watching them grow and being able to be a positive influence in their lives. It's very rewarding to see their little personalities develop and to witness their imagination at work,...
Ruby can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Natalie F.
Jericho, NY
$18-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! My name is natalie and I just graduated from Penn state university in December! I just moved home and am looking for a job.
I've had 2 internships over the past 2 summers. I love children and worked at a kids birthday party place in my hometown for 3 years during high school. I've also had plenty of babysitting experience. I...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, empathetic and hardworking.
I started working with kids when I was very young as a mothers helper. I have babysat for 10+ years, and also held formal positions in child care as a camp counselor, and subsequently summer camp leadership positions.
In my spare time, I like to be outside...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Emily!
I am 26 years old. I started my first babysitting job at 13, as a Grandma's helper. I then branched out to one family for over 6 years. When I started, they were 1, 3 and 6! They became my family. I eventually went part time and then left to become a Community Habilitation Support Staff where I worked in...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"She was great to work with while in NY. I wish her the best in her endeavors and how lucky to be the next family to receive her help. Always dependable and even on call at any hour!"
Maria C.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hailey, I'm 24 and live in Massapequa. Not only can I contribute my experience to being the oldest of 7, I have been babysitting since I was 14, have worked with special needs kids, been a homework helper, worked as a camp counselor, and was a youth leader at a church. I also babysat regularly for multiple...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Maria C.
West Babylon, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Caregiver/Companion/Babysitter/Mother's Helper
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently have 21 years experience working as a Medical Assistant in a Pediatric office. Also worked as a Hospital Newborn Photographer for 22 years from 1998-2020. Plus 1 year as a substitute teacher's assistant in a day care.
Maria can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Hello, my name is Emily, however I prefer to be called Emmy :)
I am 19 years of age and one of my top priorities is spending time with animals and children.
They have a great importance to me and I am very reliable, responsible source.
I have a knack for bonding with animals and kids. I truly hope you give me a wonderful...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been a Teacher for the past 9 years and a Tutor for the past 11 years. In addition to this, I have been a: Mother's Helper, Babysitter, Camp Counselor, Teacher, After School Program Assistant Teacher, After School Program Teacher and super-involved Aunt of 5 young children. I am: caring, creative, detail-oriented,...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
During my community service in High School, I volunteered at an Elementary as an after-school care helper. I helped care for kids with Special Needs and, on a regular basis, every day I would assist in caring for a class of 20 kids ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old kids. I totally loved the experience of sharing in their fun...
Maribel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maribel has been picking my kids up from school and taking them to the playground and helping with homework. The kids love playing with her and she is very responsible."
Betsy S.
Devin W.
Huntington, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a certified teacher, I can honestly say that children are my life. I've worked as a nanny/mother's helper from the time I was a sophomore in high school through my search for a permanent teaching position. I've cared for up to 3 children at a time from ages 4 mos. to 8 years old. While my passion is teaching students in...
Devin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Devin was amazing! We had the pleasure of hiring her for the summer (she is a high school teacher) and she instantly fit in and felt like part of the family with her incredibly warm and friendly personality that made her an absolute pleasure to be around. Our 6...
Elisa S.
Maribel V.
Bayside, NY
$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently working in a school and I would be available to work part time in the early afternoon and evenings as well as on the weekends. I have 2 daughters who are recent college grads and I am looking for part time work. I am a homeowner, and a housewife, who also works for the NYC Dept of Education for about 18 years. I'm...
Maribel can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Absolutely outstanding!!!! We would HIGHLY recommend her!"
Tracy H.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Wantagh, NY
Emily L.
5.0
She was great to work with while in NY. I wish her the best in her endeavors and how lucky to be the next family to receive her help. Always dependable and even on call at any hour!
- Maria C.
Maribel G.
5.0
Maribel is helping us with house cleaning and childcare once per week. We have known her for almost 2 years now and we couldn't have been happier with her. She is very meticulous in her work always leaving the house not only clean but also organized and looking amazing. She is also great when it...
- Nikoletta V.
Devin W.
5.0
Devin was amazing! We had the pleasure of hiring her for the summer (she is a high school teacher) and she instantly fit in and felt like part of the family with her incredibly warm and friendly personality that made her an absolute pleasure to be around. Our 6 month old son would always light up...
- Elisa S.
Maribel V.
5.0
We were in town for my brother's wedding and hired Maribel to babysit our then 19 month old for 2 days. The first day was a trial period and our son immediately warmed up to her. Her years of experience shines through in her comfort, ease and confidence around our son. She was also open to feedback...
- Simone T.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Wantagh, NY?
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.
How can I find mother’s helpers near me in Wantagh, NY?
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 Wantagh, NY. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.
How much does it cost to hire a mother’s helper near me in Wantagh, NY in June, 2024?
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 $15.00.