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60 mother's helpers are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 8 years
Mother's helpers in Chicago, IL
Caroline R.
Chicago, IL
$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Terrific nanny/ mom's helper available
Infant qualified nanny seeking a day or night position in Chicago area. Pro with sleep training, naps schedules, breast feeding and bottle transition, tummy time and 6 years of experience helping families and kids.
Loves to plan activities during the summer and whenever the weather...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Courtney. I am a current Kindergarten Teacher. I have my Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and my Masters in Educational Leadership. I have worked in daycares, preschools and as a babysitter. I am comfortable with infants, toddlers and school age children and can also offer tutoring for primary age children...
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
A 30-year-old Chicago transplant with over 10 years of experience in childcare, as well as kitchens, I can do it all!
Previously a Mother's Helper, big sister, babysitter, and nanny, my childcare experience checks many boxes. I've cared for not only infants, toddlers, and young children, but also pre-teens and teens.
My years...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hey there! I'm an art student here in Chicago. I come from a family of 6 so I grew up helping take care of my younger siblings. I first started helping out as a "mother's helper" when I was 12 years old. Eventually I moved on to babysitting and have taken care of infants through middle school aged kids. I like helping out with...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Mariellen, and I am a patient, fun, and caring person with passionate energy for kids. I have 7 years experience in childcare. I have been a nanny, babysitter, overnight caretaker & family helper to several families with whom I still keep in touch often! Additionally, I have been a substitute, assistant, and lead teacher...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Emilie H.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Emma. I have been nannying off and on for 12 years. I am recently separated from the Air Force and moved to Chicago this past winter to pursue studies in Forensics and Anthropology. I love children, and am experienced as a pet sitter as well. I am comfortable with most pets, but please check ahead of time if you have a...
Emilie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, funny (if I do say so myself), and friendly.
I like working with kids because I believe all children are capable of doing things they haven't even dreamed of.
I'm looking for a job that provides the flexibility to engage in various types of play, but also provides structure with a...
Tyra can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
It's nice to meet you! My name is Riley and I am a part-time sitter/nanny with 7+ years of paid childcare experience. I also come from quite a big family; I am the oldest of seven kids (the youngest of which is currently 8 years old) and have spent my entire life helping care for them.
While caring for children, I like to...
Riley can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jacquelynn B.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jacquelynn, but I generally go by Jacque or Jax. This is my first time using a site like this, but I have been working as babysitter/mommy's helper since I was 12 years old. Starting in high school, I have taken up several jobs in childcare or working with children for almost 10 years. This includes daycare worker,...
Jacquelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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....
Krasimira can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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. She always came on time, prepared his meal, did the kids laundry, and always knew how to make him laugh....
Hrisi C.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I have 8+ years of childcare experience as a nanny, gymnastics instructor, eldest sister and after-school volunteer.
I've also recently gotten into home management and I love it! I can assist with laundry, dishes, room tidying, organizing closets/drawers/ storage rooms, meal prep, errands, personal assistant...
Candice can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have 12 years experience as a part time babysitter, including 4 years as a Domestic Assistant where I was responsible for morning, afterschool, weekend, and some overnight child care, as well as housekeeping and errands. I have cared for all ages except infants, and up to 3 kids at once. I am extremely trustworthy, punctual,...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hello!
My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family.
I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids were so happy when I got home, and they even asked for her again! She is definitely doing something right."
Hannah S.
Joanna R.
Lombard, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, Nurturing, Dedicated, And Experienced Nanny
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy spending time with children -playing, taking trips to parks, library and other educational outings. I love to explore the world through their eyes. I have a Master's degree in the Education field from Poland, where I was born. I have been a nanny for over 14 years; I mostly have taken care of infants and toddlers. I'm an...
Joanna can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joanna has looked after our 7.5 month old daughter for 4 months. She is a great care giver and a really great person. We hired Joanna when our daughter was 3 months old. We needed a loving, caring, responsible, reliable person and she has delivered on all...
Jeanne Y.
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, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Kayla I.
Lombard, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am looking to hire a mother's helper. I have an infant. I am not looking for a job. Please do not look at my profile to hire me, as I am not interested in being hired as a caregiver.
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Considering it's summer I am available the whole day till about 6 p.m. I haven't taken care of an infant in a while but I would love to take care of one soon! I have cared for 3 kids at a time, the youngest was 1. I started babysitting at 11 being a mommy's helper and went from there!
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
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...
Claudenia can also help with: Swimming supervision
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Krasimira P.
5.0
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. She always came on time, prepared his meal, did the kids laundry, and always knew how to make him laugh. Everyday when i came home my boy showed me...
- Hrisi C.
Elizabeth F.
5.0
Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and you can tell she obviously cares!
- Elaine F.
Joanna R.
5.0
Joanna has looked after our 7.5 month old daughter for 4 months. She is a great care giver and a really great person. We hired Joanna when our daughter was 3 months old. We needed a loving, caring, responsible, reliable person and she has delivered on all counts. It is a really scary thing to...
- Jeanne Y.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Chicago, 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 34 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 Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL in February, 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 $21.26.
Ratings for Chicago, IL mother's helpers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Mother's Helpers in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 67 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers.