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5.0
(1)
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.
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
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Miranda G.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I love kids, and I have a lot of experience with children of all different ages. I have played many roles in a household, babysitter, nanny, live in nanny, mother's helper, household manager, and I am very comfortable being thrown into the mix of a family's day to day. I can provide excellent references upon request. I am...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miranda is so much more than a babysitter. She truly cares about the children she watches. She is very interactive and plays with them. For instance, she would even bring her guitar over and play music for them. My kids would have so many stories of all the fun...
Kelli V.
Emma F.
Chicago, IL
$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Emma, I Am A Pediatric RN At Lurie Children's, Looking For Occasional Babysitting!
5.0
(1)
I started working with kids when I was in grade school, as a mother's helper in the neighborhood. As I got older and became Red-Cross certified, I started to watch kids on my own, and continued to do so through college! I worked in a pediatric ICU last summer for several months, and worked in labor and delivery for three years...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Emma has a true gift with children! She has a calm, gentle spirit and radiates a joy that kids just flock. She makes every child she cares for feel loved, safe, and heard. She has worked with children of all ages, and does an amazing job with infants and children...
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Avery G.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Avery and I'm an actress here in Chicago. I'm looking for a part time or full time job as a nanny or "mother's helper." I have more than 8 years of experience with children from infants to teenagers. I know many people are experiencing difficulties with online school but I am an expert on Zoom and available to...
Avery can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Avery does a great job babysitting. She is responsible and trustworthy. I would definitely recommend her!!"
Kayla M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kelsey, I am currently a Masters in Social Work and Conflict Resolution student and a 2019 graduate with a dual bachelors in Psychology and Social Science. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19. My past experience is with kids from ages 0-13 working a wide range of jobs from a full-time, live-in nanny to an...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelsey was very dependable and punctual when caring for our 8, 6, and 1 year old all summer. Our kids enjoyed their time with her & she even came home from college for our one year old's birthday party last month. Many thanks!"
Amanda R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for a nanny/family helper? Well, I can help! I am 23 and certified in childcare and First Aid. I have nannied for many families and have multiple references. I have taken multiple courses on childcare during high school as well. I currently work as a hairstylist in my free time, but I would love to also nanny. I am CPR...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am working full-time at a children focused non-profit. I am a DePaul graduate, who has now lived in Chicago for over 7 years. I am looking for additional opportunities outside of normal work hours.
I began babysitting at 13 taking care of two children ages 5 and 8, and their dog through ages 9 and 12. We went on park trips,...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Allison is bright, reliable and fun-loving with our two children. She related to both our son and daughter through play, and always brought a bag of activities she had prepared: homemade play dough, a favorite book of her own, items to hide for a treasure hunt,...
Kristi K.
Hi, I'm Alyssa I have experience working with children and young people through a number of my volunteer roles and work. In the past I have babysat 1 -10 years old. I am confident in providing routines, cooking, organizing activities, helping with homework, bath time and bedtime. I love working with children because it gives me...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and crafts. I also have experience tutoring, teaching swim lessons to young children (ages 3-7) and am comfortable with pets.
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Claire L.
Westchester, IL
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Claire, I live in Westchester and I have been in childcare for 7 years now. I have been a babysitter, a nanny, and a mother's helper. I have my own car, drivers license and a clean driving record. I have experience with babies, toddlers, preteens, multiples and twins. I am comfortable with cats and dogs (for the...
Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I have multiple years of experience with kids. I babysat for multiple neighbors in my neighborhood for about 4 years. I help coach a youth cheer team for 7 years now (ages 5-12). A couple summers ago, I was a part time nanny for two kids, ages 2 and 3, for five days a week. Last spring, I was a full time mommy helper for 2 kids,...
Lauryn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been a childcare professional for 15+ years for all kinds of children from infants to families of five. My love for taking care of others and lightening their load motivates my work. I consider myself a sunny and generous person and it is my goal to make a profound positive impact on the lives of the families I care for....
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Trusting someone to care for your child is difficult and scary. During the week, I serve families and children as a Family Advocate which has enhanced my ability to work with children of all ages in a manner that best serves them and their families. As a social worker, I am an empathetic, experienced and patient caregiver.
Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
A bit about me, I graduated from Illinois State in 2019. I have over 10 years of experience with children of all ages. I have worked at a daycare and preschool for 2 years after college, I have babysat and nannied in different capacities for 10 years. I have been a mothers helper with a new born as well as care for a newborn by...
Marley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hi! I am a former Au Pair (German and Spanish families) and currently work full time at a financial institution. I have 10 years of experience with a variety of ages, from newborn (my sister's twin girls) to 10-year-olds. I can help with light housekeeping and laundry, as well as tutoring and creating mini educational lessons...
Hayley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Mary and I have a passion for teaching and learning. Since 2001, I have been caring for children in a multitude of capacities: babysitter, nanny, tutor and day care teacher (early childhood and elementary education). I am comfortable with ages ranging from newborn to preteen and I am confident managing multiple...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Grace T.
Chicago, IL
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hii! Looking For A House Manager Or Head Nanny Position! Would Love To Grow & Get To Know Ur Family
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun and kind
I like working with kids because it truly give me so much joy to see kids grow and learn with them
I'm looking for a job that I can make a difference in a family's life. I have house managed and nanny for almost 10 years now
I started working with kids when I was just 12...
I have 1 year of experience. Apart from sitting I can be a good helper with Light Housekeeping and Laundry.
Ashanti can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren W.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lauren and I am a previous full time nanny. I currently work full time in a fully remote position for a research center at the University of California (UCLA).
I am looking for a part time nanny or mothers helper position outside of my UCLA hours (8:30am-5:30pm). I absolutely loved my time as a full time nanny and...
Alicja B.
Oak Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Alicja. I am 40 years old mom, nanny and former teacher helper. I have master degree in teaching/social work. I have 10+ years of experience working with kids.
I am very organized, outgoing person who loves for kids to learn, have fun and taking them places :)
If you are interested my person and have any...
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Winnetka, IL
Anna J.
5.0
Hi Anna for some reason I'm unable to chat with you. Can you send another message?
- Brenda B.
Miranda G.
5.0
Miranda is so much more than a babysitter. She truly cares about the children she watches. She is very interactive and plays with them. For instance, she would even bring her guitar over and play music for them. My kids would have so many stories of all the fun things they would do with Miranda. Or...
- Kelli V.
Emma F.
5.0
Emma has a true gift with children! She has a calm, gentle spirit and radiates a joy that kids just flock. She makes every child she cares for feel loved, safe, and heard. She has worked with children of all ages, and does an amazing job with infants and children under the age of 1. You will not be...
- Care member
Avery G.
5.0
Avery does a great job babysitting. She is responsible and trustworthy. I would definitely recommend her!!
- Kayla M.
Kelsey D.
5.0
Kelsey watched our 7 month old son throughout 2 evenings while we were in Chicago visiting for a wedding. I highly recommend her. She was punctual, her communication was stellar and she was loving with our son. Kelsey is everything you could ask for in a babysitter/nanny!
- Matthew B.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Winnetka, IL?
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 Winnetka, IL?
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 Winnetka, IL. 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 Winnetka, IL in May, 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.