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Mother's helpers in Burke, VA
Megan C.
Burke, VA
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am a recent college grad looking to work over the summer before I relocate. I am energetic, responsible, organized and enthusiastic. I have been helping with kids for the last 5 years, with age ranges from 6 months old to 8th graders. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, mothers helper and camp counselor and am...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Hi there! My name is Liliana, and I'm so excited about the opportunity to care for your little one(s). I'm gentle, understanding and very responsible. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, so you can trust that your child's safety is my top priority.
Liliana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a military spouse and a mom to a 6th grader. I can babysit and drive kids to school or any activities.
Andini can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Andini connected so well with our 5yo and 4yo. She always superbly balanced fun filled activities with gentle guidance / supervision. She made picking up of two kids look easy. Highly recommend Andini!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Courtney and I am 27 years old! I work fully remote but have always enjoyed babysitting and helping out around the house to do anything to make your home more organized with kiddos! I have been a babysitter, mother's helper and household organizer since I was 16 and have plenty of experience with kids of all ages. I...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
3.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Martha and I am looking for work in child care. I have 10 years of experience caring for children as young as 2 months. I have my own transportation and can transport children to and from places as needed. I was recently caring for 2 children full time, but that work has stopped due to the pandemic.
I do not...
Martha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was wonderful. She is a very caring, responsible and competent. She helped us greatly! I would fully recommend her services."
Anamaria L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gia, and I am a current Musical Theatre and Directing student at Marymount Manhattan College who is on a gap year! I have been working in childcare as a mother's helper, babysitter, tutor, and nanny for 9+ years. Additionally, I have years of experience working in a Montessori classroom, and was raised with the...
Giacomina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our 4yo had a wonderful time with Gia and was sad when it was time for her to go. We highly recommend her and look forward to hiring her again!"
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Victoria, a 24-year-old with a true passion for nurturing and supporting children. I recently graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science, and my childcare journey began at the age of 12 as a mother's helper. Over the years, I've gained hands-on experience as a babysitter, nanny, and through working at...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"she has a high level of patience with immense love and compassion for children which you need when dealing with all the little crazy kids and multitasking with excellent child supervision skills while also encouraging children in performing tasks by themselves to...
Emma C.
Christina S.
Fairfax, VA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I really love working with kids. I have experience nannying and being a mothers helper as well. I also have worked in a preschool. I have confidence working with children. It might be because I am a child at heart! I have been trained in CPR and First Aid and I respond well in...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"While we ended up offering the job to another candidate who was able to accommodate our schedule better, I did interview Christina over the phone (she was leaving on a trip, so we decided to do a phone interview in the interest of time). She seemed very...
Kat S.
Rosaura C.
Woodbridge, VA
$13-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm A Dynamic Mom, like Music And Enjoy To Go To The Gym Everyday
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
English and Spanish speaker.
Senior Care.
I was a companion for a senior lady who loves to read I helper to prep her meals do some errands, manage some medications, helper to bath and change. also some light house keeping duties.
I have two years of experience also worked with people with dementia and Alzheimer's
Rosaura can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Stephanie B.
Fairfax, VA
$20-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Babysitter With A Earm And Nurturing Personality
I've been my mother's helper since I was 9 years old and babysitting since I was 14.
I'm a mother to my 18-year-old son. We have a great trusting relationship.
My future goal is to foster children.
I have a clean driving record. Fun and safety are my priority, as well as providing a nurturing environment.
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
NY/VA
Hi, I am Isabella. I am 27 and currently back at home while I study for my board exams. I am a very responsible, fun, outgoing person who loves to be proactive and do things outdoors. I also love to bake and do crafty stuff. I do have some previous experience working with kids from being a nanny to being a camp counselor...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Ashleigh. I am an energetic, creative, and hands on nanny. My love for working with children began when I was very young. When I turned 11, I began working as a babysitter immediately. Nine years later, my passion for childcare has not wavered, but my experience has vastly expanded. So far, I have been a...
Ashleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I worked as a full time nanny during the Summer of 2021 and 2022. I nannied for twin boys age 5 and then nannied for 3 boys between the ages of 8 and 14.
Some activities we did included arts & crafts, hikes, nature walks, biking, water play, sport games, board games, building toys, building forts, play dates, and going to the...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
I have a passion for working with children. I am actually in college college currently studying special education. My top priority when working with you is following your instructions and your lead as the parents and making sure everyone is having fun and being safe.
As far as my experience, I have worked four years first as a...
Olivia L.
Falls Church, VA
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am a student at Virginia Tech seeking a part-time babysitting/ "Mother's Helper" opportunity. I have 6 years of experience and have strong skills in cooking, organization, planning fun activities, and more! I am passionate about taking care of children in any way, or shape, and I am a trusting person with glimmering...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gracie B.
Alexandria, VA
$13-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was in late elementary school being a mother's helper until I was old enough to actually babysit.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ann K.
Woodbridge, VA
$15-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I love helping them grow up and learn more!
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old being a mother helper.
In my spare time, I like to swim, crotchet, and read.
Ann can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love being a caregiver and have been caring for children since I was 12 years old. I started as a mothers helper for 6-month-old and since then have cared for children of all ages. I am now 26 years old and have been babysitting for a over 12 years for various different families, children ages 0-13. I am originally from the...
Bronwen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Ashley. I am 20yrs old, I am currently studying Digital Marketing at NOVA, but finish May 8th. Since the age of 14, I have been helping with taking care of children. From ages of 14-18 I was an assistant helper at a Home DayCare with Fairfax County. I am free to start May 9th, since I am one my last few days...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Jennifer C.
Falls Church, VA
$25-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Jennifer, a nursing student at Marymount University. I am a mature, responsible, fun, detail-oriented individual who adores and loves children! I have experience babysitting children from different stages of life. I babysat as young as newborn babies to 12 years old. I love having a close relationship and bond...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Burke, VA
Andini B.
5.0
Andini connected so well with our 5yo and 4yo. She always superbly balanced fun filled activities with gentle guidance / supervision. She made picking up of two kids look easy. Highly recommend Andini!
- Care member
Martha S.
5.0
We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was wonderful. She is a very caring, responsible and competent. She helped us greatly! I would fully recommend her services.
- Anamaria L.
Giacomina J.
5.0
Our 4yo had a wonderful time with Gia and was sad when it was time for her to go. We highly recommend her and look forward to hiring her again!
- Care member
Victoria R.
5.0
She is very professional. I definitely recommend her.
- Care member
Christina S.
5.0
Christina was on time and great with my kids. She drove them to playgrounds, etc. and the kids had a wonderful time. I would definitely hire her again!
- Shannon H.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Burke, VA?
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 2 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 Burke, VA?
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 Burke, VA. 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 Burke, VA in March, 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 $15.00.