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Reliable & Caring Babysitter In Wellesley | 3+ Years Experience

Wellesley, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Katherine, and I am a senior at Wellesley High School. I am dependable, patient, organized, and caring, and I have always had a passion for working with kids. I started babysitting at 12 as a mother's helper for our neighbors and have continued for almost three years. Through word of mouth and connections, I've...
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Summer Nanny!

Wellesley, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Georgia H and I am a rising junior at Colby College. I am majoring in English and double minoring in Studio Art and East Asian Studies. I have lots of experience working with kids, from babysitting to being a camp counselor. For two summers (2018 and 2019) I was a Lead Counselor at Camp ABC in Weston, a...
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Babysitter, Nanny, Part-time Caregiver, Caterer

Wellesley Hills, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old when I started off as a mothers-helper for families in my neighborhood. In addition to working at a small gift shop through high school, I babysat on average one day a week during the school year, and three days a week over the summer. Additionally, my sister, brother and I ran a...

Meagan O. says "Finding Eliza was one of the best things to happen to our family during the pandemic. She became an important part of our family for the 3+ months our...

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Parent's Helper And Child Care

Newton Upper Falls, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I have three full grown children and three grandchildren. I have been working full time for over 20 years and I am looking to retire from that work. I will do light housework, chores, and I can drive to/from school and other activities.
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Part-Time Nanny/Caregiver/Household Helper

Dedham, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I am an energetic nanny with lots of experience with children. I am looking for weekend and or evening Nanny work to help you with your busy day, weekends. I have my own minivan. References available! I live in Dedham and am willing to travel approximately 1-15 miles. I also love to cook and would love to help prep your...
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Child Care

Norwood, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
Currently, a full-time toddler teacher, EEC Level 1 certified. Spent 6 years as a full-time nanny for a family of 3 children from the time the oldest was 3 months old until the youngest entered daycare. Previously: I started as a mother's helper when I was 11. I continued on to babysitting at age 13. I had regular babysitting...
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Experianced Infant Nanny/Caregiver

Dedham, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Dear Family, My name is Sarah. I am a Bostonian born and bred. I am 31 years old and have a BA in Psych with a minor in English and am currently pursuing a Masters in Theology. I have extensive experience working with infants and young children. I started working with children when I was around 12 or 13 as a mother's helper and...
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Brighton, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am currently a graduate student studying School Psychology with a concentration in Early Intervention. I started working with kids as a mother's helper when I was 12 and then moved up to babysitting at 15. I love working with kids and would describe my personality as patient, fun, and kind. My skills...
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Waltham, MA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I began working as a mother's helper in middle school, and over the past nearly 20 years I have supported many families in a variety of childcare roles. My experience includes caring for children from newborns through age 16,. In addition to my hands-on childcare experience, I spent almost a decade working as a middle school...
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Hi My Name Is True L!

Natick, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, hardworking. I like working with kids because it is fun. It has always been something I love to do. I enjoy seeing them learn and grow. I plan to be a teacher. I'm looking for babysitting jobs whether it's a one time thing or a more consistent job. I started working with kids when I...
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Blakely M.'s Photo

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED certified! I am a creative, empathetic, and attentive babysitter with over a decade of experience working with children. My journey began at age 8 as a Mother's Helper, and since then, I've been a dedicated babysitter and worked in an after-school childcare program. I find it incredibly...
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Long-time Babysitter, Now Researcher By Day, Wanting To Create Fun And Memories With Boston Kiddos!

Brighton, MA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I started being a mama's helper at 10 years old, and I have had on and off experience with babysitting, nannying and swim instructing in the 15 years since then. During and college and in the professional workforce I have not had regular families in Boston, and I am hoping to connect with Brighton, Allston and Brookline families...
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Chestnut Hill, MA

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$25/hr
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a graduate student looking to support families part-time while I am working to become a child therapist! I hope to smooth any bumps in your family's day to day lives. I am happy to help run errands for the parents or watch the kids. For older kiddos, I'd also love to chat about college options or support that transition as...
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Watertown, MA

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$30/hr
41 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
For the past 41 years, I have been an early childhood educator, dedicated to nurturing and engaging young minds and providing families with dependable childcare. I enjoy connecting with children and following their lead, whether we are playing outside, reading stories, building with blocks, Legos, or Magnatiles, or creating art....
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Holliston, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Katherine . I am 22 years old, and a senior at Bridgewater State University majoring in Elementary Education and Spanish. The joy of working with children has led me to my future career as an elementary education teacher. As long as I can remember, I have loved being around little kids. Starting with playing school...
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Erin M.'s Photo

Waltham, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Fostering children's growth and development is my true passion. With with previous babysitting experience as well as a year of experice working with high support needs learners - I offer a patient, calm, and creative approach to daily care. I hold a college degree complemented by early child development coursework, which informs...
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Intuitive And Experienced Sitter

Westwood, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am currently a rising senior in College, pursuing a Bachelors in Health Policy & Management, Women's Studies minor (hoping to go into Women's Health). I've been infatuated with children my whole life. At age nine, I started helping out at a family friends local home daycare center where the children ranged from three months...
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Framingham, MA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
"Experienced Childcare Provider & House Manager" About Me: I'm a nurturing caregiver with a strong background in childcare and house management. In my early adult years, I worked as a front desk and dental assistant, which enhanced my organizational skills. After my oldest daughter, now 10, was born, I returned to nannying and...
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Millis, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Amy. I've worked with children for most of my life, starting as a mother's helper and babysitter before moving on to substitute teaching and my most recent role as a full-time ABA Paraprofessional in an elementary school. I love helping kids learn, grow, and have fun while providing a safe, supportive, and caring...
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Household Helper

Millis, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Mother of 3 children (5)(10)(17) transitioning out of healthcare and back into the home. I have 25 + years with childcare and am looking to help other families out. It takes a village.
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of October 2026

Common questions about mother's helper in Wellesley, MA

A mother’s helper in Wellesley, MA provides support with child care and household tasks while a parent is still at home. Many families compare profiles based on experience, availability, and reviews to find someone who fits their needs and schedule. Understanding what a mother’s helper is can help families decide if this type of support is the right fit.
Mother’s helpers in Wellesley, MA typically assist with tasks such as supervising children, helping with homework, preparing simple meals, and handling light household duties. Their role is to support parents rather than provide full independent child care. Some families also hire this type of support when exploring ways to get extra help around the house during busy seasons.
The average rate for mother’s helpers in Wellesley, MA on Care.com as of October, 2026 is $17.50 per hour. Rates can vary depending on experience, responsibilities, and the number of children needing care. Families comparing local options may also want to understand what to pay a mother’s helper based on duties and schedule.
The main difference in Wellesley, MA is that a mother’s helper typically works alongside a parent who is present in the home, while a babysitter is often responsible for caring for children independently. Families often choose based on how much supervision and support they need, especially when deciding whether they need a lighter support role or more independent child care coverage.
Families in Wellesley, MA often hire a mother’s helper when they need extra support during busy times such as working from home, caring for multiple children, or managing household responsibilities. This type of support can help parents stay productive while still being present.
Yes, many mother’s helpers in Wellesley, MA can assist with multiple children at once. Their role is often to provide an extra set of hands for supervision, activities, and daily routines while a parent remains nearby. This can be especially helpful for families balancing infants, toddlers, and older children at the same time.

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