I'd describe my personality as reliable, friendly, and optimistic.
I like working with kids because they're the future, and I love hearing about what they want to do in theirs.
I started working with kids when I turned old enough to watch my cousins. Then I became a helper at church, which has led me to be a teachers aid now...
I have been a mother's helper or babysitter since I was 12 when I took my local babysitting training class at All Children's Hospital. In the summers, I have been both a sailing instructor and lifeguard in training instructor for the past 3 years to children ages 7 - 18. I am currently a student at University and am on Winter...
Blaire can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
My name is Abbie and I graduated from Muhlenberg College in 2020 where I majored in Dance and Business. I am currently a nanny in Philadelphia, but I am relocating to NYC in the fall. Over the past few years, I have worked as a mother's helper, nanny, and a regular babysitter for children aged infant to preteen. Each family I...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Hi there! I'm Emilie, a liberal arts educated woman in my twenties with lots of babysitting experience who would love to meet you and your family! I'm a New York City native (English is my first language) and an older sibling, I was raised by an elementary school music teacher and a guitar instructor, and I've been working with...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hello! My name is Allison, and I have been working with children since I was 12 years old. I started out as a babysitter for the neighborhood children and a helper in my mother's preschool class. In college I taught at a Montessori preschool and worked at a daycare. I realized I enjoyed forming close relationships with children,...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
I have been a babysitter and after school homework-helper for children of all different ages. I am a recent college graduate and I enjoy music, filmmaking and improv comedy. I have worked as a tutor to elementary school children so I am more than happy to help with homework!
Audrey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hello! My name is Ariana. I am 22 years old. I really enjoy singing, drawing, and hands-on crafts. I love children and animals. I also like to cook, bake, and read. I have been taking care of children for as long as I can remember, always being the designated sitter for friends and family. I have also nannied professionally in...
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
I have over 6 years of experience babysitting, tutoring, and performing various household tasks for families from different cultural backgrounds. In addition to routine duties, I can also help with Travel and Light Housekeeping.
Jiaqi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
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My name is Bella and I'm a bilingual educator, copywriter, and gardener. I've been working with children since I was old enough to be a neighborhood mother's helper (for 25 cents an hour!), and my work continues to involve kids at every step. I'm currently pursuing a Masters in Food Studies from NYU and just moved to...
Anna Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Hi! I'm Sasha, a college graduate with plenty of experience babysitting and nannying. Throughout high school and college I had a regular nannying job for a 3 and 4-year-old as well as homework helper and nanny for two 1/ year olds.
As the oldest girl in a big family, I'm well equipped to come up with fun activities to...
Sasha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Originally from Georgia with most of my childhood spent in New Jersey, I grew up around a large family and am now proud auntie to five nieces and nephews! I started my childcare journey as a teenager, and have worked a multitude of positions including full-time nanny, teacher, and 'Mommy's helper'. I attended University of...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Hi my name is Morgan! I am extremely passionate about children and love caring for children of all ages. I have been babysitting for over 15 years now, starting when I was 13 years old, as a mother's helper and babysitting fully at 14 years old. I have babysat all age groups from newborns to teenagers. While at college I worked...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as kind, warm, and friendly. I like working with kids because I find it fulfilling and enjoyable. Kids have such a unique and contagious energy that always brightens up my day. I'm looking for a job where I can regularly or occasionally babysit one or multiple kids, and I am happy to babysit all ages....
I'm Nena! I've lived in NYC for 20 years and have been babysitting for over 15 years. I enjoy working with children and have experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers, teens and twins!
I am a mom of two (now 15 and 11 years old), and understand the demands of parenting and household management. I'm happy to assist with...
Hortensia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
My name is Orli. I'm a 46-year-old mother of two boys (ages 8 and 10). A journalist by trade, since the 2020 Covid shutdown I've been moonlighting as a mother's helper, babysitter, and impromptu art camp organizer. Now that my own children are older, I find caring for babies and toddlers particularly rewarding. I do it out of...
Orli can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
I'm a grad student living in PLG looking for some flexible work this summer. Potentially can work days not listed but didn't want to overpromise! I've tutored and mentored all ages, mostly middle school and elementary. I worked with middle and high school with Girls, Inc of NYC for two years and can tutor in ELA, ESL, and...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Hi! I'm Poppy, a Boston College graduate with a degree in neuroscience and public health. I have eight years of babysitting and nannying experience, including caring for a child with autism. I'm skilled in managing appointments, following medication schedules, and providing personalized care that supports their learning and...
Poppy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hi I'm Lily. I am a college student a FIT! I love kids and animals. I have a younger brother and 5 pets, two dogs and three cats! I worked as an art teacher for three years at a day camp! I also have been babysitting and a mothers helper for many years!
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hello! I'm a 30-year-old French babysitter with a background in graphic design and art direction. Growing up in a large, loving African family with four younger sisters, I naturally became the go-to helper for caring for my siblings and other young family members. Babysitting has been a part of my life since I was 16, and over...
Odile can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hi! I'm an experienced childcare provider dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your kids. With over 8 years of experience, I balance engaging educational activities with playful moments that help children learn and grow. From homework support to arts and crafts, outdoor play, and reading time, I...
Christopher can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Astoria, 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 7 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 Astoria, 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 Astoria, 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 Astoria, NY in April, 2025?
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 $21.71.