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Sandra H.

Compassionate & Reliable Nanny | Newborn Care Specialist | Loving Support & Household Helper

Winnetka, IL

from
$10/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
With the years of hands on experience, caring for children, both through, raising my own daughter now a bright and accomplished, 17-year-old and supporting family members, I have developed a deep passion for nurturing little ones. I understand the importance of patience, love, and creating a safe and enriching environment for...
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Cashmear M.

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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Tania O.

A Little Bit About Tani

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have more than 4 years of experience. I've took care of 3 kids (6mo, 7yo, 9yo) also with 2kids (3mo, 3yo) and 2 school age kids (9yo, 12yo). I can help with Swimming Supervision, meal prep, laundry and driving to different classes. Engaging them in age appropriate activities, crafts. I have a personality very calm and patient;...

Care Member says "On short notice Tania was able to provide excellent childcare for my 4yo son. I'd absolutely hire her again in the future."

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Sandra M.

Full-time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...

David F. says "Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also...

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Dina S.

Child Whisperer

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hello Families! My name is Dina. I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings. I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...

Care Member says "Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years."

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Jillian R.

The Crafty Tattooed Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi my name is Jillian! I have 7 years of experience with children! I just had my own daughter in April! I have had experience with children of all ages(infant-14)! I love to go on adventures and take time to be outside! I also like arts and crafts and find myself to be pretty creative. I am fully vaccinated and have CPR...
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Julie N.

British Lady Seeks Companion Position

Evanston, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hi, there. I arrived in the US as a fully trained British nanny and housekeeper. My first post was nanny to a newborn, then two toddlers. I companion cared for a senior gentleman, a challenged teen, and a senior Lady residing at The Mather who was experiencing onset dementia. I managed house for a single mother and her four...
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Susan S.

Glenview, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm a retired professional looking to hold somebody's baby! I have two grade school grandsons now and miss the baby stage. It's a joy to hold and care for babies and little ones. I'm a great Mommy's helper with newborn care and nurturing you when you need it most. Of course, I have references. I'm not looking for...
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Marla L.

Experienced & Loving Child Care Provider

Evanston, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
As a kind, patient, and trustworthy caregiver, I bring years of hands-on experience, having raised six wonderful children who are now successful adults with families of their own. I have also cared for children with special needs, including autism and profound hearing loss, ensuring they feel safe, understood, and engaged. I...
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Claudenia S.

Nanny

Morton Grove, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Claudia and I am a proud mother of three. I have been nannying for over 15 years and have experience with newborns all the way up to preteens. Aside from raising my own children, I have been a household helper and nanny for many families. Some of my duties include: Transportation Cleaning/tidying after children...
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Ava S.

About Me And My Experience In Child Care:

Chicago, IL

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Ava, and I would love to care for your child! I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Iowa, but I live with my family in Chicago during breaks. I have been a babysitter and mother's helper since I was 12 for families in my neighborhood, and I have had experience tutoring and camp...
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Laura M.

Experienced, Friendly Babysitter

Wilmette, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I started working with kids when I was a kid myself, being a mother's helper for a neighbor, then becoming their babysitter when I was around 13. I ran a small summer camp a few hours a day out of my backyard from when I was 12 to 14, then babysat intermittently throughout junior high, high school, and college. One thing you...
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Yannik G.

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
I was a teacher's helper at my synagogue for 2 and a half years and then I was a camp counselor for 4 years and an intern at my college's early care education center. I am most comfortable working with kids 3-5 years old but I am willing to work with anyone.
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Krasimira P.

Part-Time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Krasimira, I have experience with any age children, I started babysitting when I was 16. My first job was at a day care with children from ages 2 to 8, as a helper. I helped teachers with teaching, reading stories to the kids, lunch time, and putting the kids to sleep. I enjoyed everyday being with those kids....

Hrisi C. says "Krasimira was our favorite babysitter. She started babysitting our boy when he was 14 months until 2 years. She showed our family that we can trust her....

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Gm C.

Fun Babysitter

Northbrook, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Would be great for a mothers helper. I have experience in volunteering at a day care center. In addition, I have passed CPR and babysitting certifications from the Red Cross.
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Monica D.

Creative & Engaging Nanny House Helper

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I've worked part time as an Assistant director for a before and after school program at the YMCA. Helping school aged kids with homework and engaging in indoor & outdoor activities. I've done two summer camp programs which included field trips, sporting events, museums and pool days! I've been a private nanny for a young tween...
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Anna J.

Babysitter/nanny/helper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I haven't babysat in a few years, since I was in high school but I'm very good with all ages of kids was involved in a lot of sports and clubs in high school so I would be able to help with practicing. I'm also very good at helping with homework.

Brenda B. says "Hi Anna for some reason I'm unable to chat with you. Can you send another message?"

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Teresa B.

Experienced Patient Helper

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I've worked with all ages between daycares, preschool, high-school, and nannying/night nannying for over 10 years; my area of expertise is newborn-2 y/o. I have multiple types of childcare certifications, first aid and CPR certs. I've nannied for children with: ADD, ADHD, OCD, autism, delayed physical/mental/emotional/speech...

Cass F. says "I was desperate for help during my 3rd trimester. Her flexibility with my changing schedule and circumstances was a lifesaver and my 2yo son really took to...

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Guadalupe S.

Chicago, IL

4.7(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hi! My name is Lupe , I am a professional experienced Montessori educator Woman , I will be so happy to assist you in caring your children . I am a very reliable , patient respectful person who loves to care, interact , play learn with children and enjoys being part of their life. I have worked with children of different ages...

Care Member says "Our family wholeheartedly recommends Lupe! She is caring and warm, and her wealth of experience working with children (especially as first-time parents...

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Kate H.

Experienced Nanny / Newborn Helper/ Multiples / Animal Lover Available ASAP

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My spirit is one that could make even you become your inner child again! I have over 20 years experience loving others' children: 5yrs as a nanny to 4 under 4, A caretaker for 3 newborns until after 1yr, & experience with neurodivergent children. My favorite experience has been working for S. A. S. E. D w/ visibly impaired...

Heather H. says "Kate is just wonderful with kids. Any family would be lucky to have her."

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  • 48 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $10.00/hr as of August 2025

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Winnetka, IL

Mother's Helpers in Winnetka, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 48 listed mother's helpers

Cashmear M.

Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I...

- Marlee H.

Tania O.

On short notice Tania was able to provide excellent childcare for my 4yo son. I'd absolutely hire her again in the future.

- Care member

Sandra M.

Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls....

- David F.

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.

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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 $10.00.

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