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Mother's helpers in Claymont, DE
Hi everyone! My name is Corinne , and I'm a sophomore at college studying nursing. I am looking for a part time or full time nannying/mommy's helper position for the remaining of the semester. I have experience working with and babysitting children from 9 months to 12 years. I also have experience tutoring and would love to help...
Corinne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Sharon. I am interested in a part-time nanny position in the North Wilmington area. I am happily working for a wonderful family Tues. & Wed. days and serve as a Music Director on Sundays. So I am most interested in Monday and/or Friday hours at this time. I understand this is very limited availability, but I'm...
Sharon can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sharon was wonderful with my girls. She did crafts with them and even started dinner. We would love to have her again in the future. "
Michele S.
Hello there! I'm an experienced caregiver searching for great families in need of an extra set of hands.
Through 10 years of caregiving/educating, I've worked in many different setting including: public/private schools, residential, clinical and administrative roles. I am thrilled to be moving into self employment through Care....
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi, I'm Casey! I have experience caring for children of all ages since I was 15 starting as a mother's helper then babysitting throughout the years for families of all sizes. While I now have a full time job in the hospitality industry, I don't have as much availability as I used to. However, my job is Monday-Friday so my...
Casey can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hannah P.
Wilmington, DE
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a college graduate with a BA I'm Fine Art, 10+ years of childcare experience, and have a deep passion for fostering home environments that prioritize engaging play, creative exploration, and learning. I enjoying cooking, baking, spending time outdoors, crafting, and reading, and love incorporating these activities into my...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hello everyone! My name is Tory and I am 19 years old! I would love to be your family helper! I am currently studying at Neumann University to obtain my Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with children since I was 16-year-old. Some jobs I worked are: teacher at a preschool child care center and currently part...
Tory can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tarah K.
Clifton Heights, PA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Mother's Helper And Current Grad Student Seeking The Perfect Fit
5.0
(4)
Hello Families & Parents,
I am an experienced nanny, mother's helper and current grad student seeking a full time nanny position, as well as, weekend and date-night childcare opportunities. I have experience with all ages, but feel especially passionate about working with infants, babies and toddlers!
I'm happy to provide a...
Tarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tarah was a fantastic caregiver for my two children. She is very creative and my children enjoyed being with her. She has kind soul and is very nurturing. I would recommend her for any position working with families and children. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids ever since I was a mother's helper at the age of 14. Since then, I have been babysitting off and on and have been working at summer camps. I have experience in all ages including newborns and for the past three summers, I have been working with children on the Autism spectrum. I have a lot of...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was amazing with my two kids (5 and 6 year old). They absolutely adored her and were so sad when we moved and she couldn't be their babysitter anymore."
Melanie B.
Alyssa K.
Ardmore, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa and I am a 25-year-old physical therapy student. I have 13 years of experience helping families as an after-school helper, a babysitter, a petsitter, and a summer nanny. I also have experience teaching dance classes to children aged 2-13. I can help with housekeeping and running errands. I look forward to...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa was great with my my two kids for the couple summers that she watched them while they were in elementary school. She would drive them to their activities, hang out at the pool with them, arrange other “field trips,” and took care of all their needs. She...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Available for after-school care for the 2024-25 school year*
I've been a nanny specializing in infants and toddlers since 2005. I believe in music, art, reading, science experiments, and healthy cooking. I think in order for children to thrive, they need reliable structure, kindness, and empathy. I have been trained in the...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marisa was a nanny for our family when our twins were 2. She was reliable and was caring with the kids. She is musical so she sang lots of songs with them, played music, and took them to music class! My kids loved her. "
Care member
Sarah A.
Deptford, NJ
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of infant and toddler care experience. Caring for babies in the first year of life is without a doubt my specialty, but I've been fortunate to cultivate a community of families and growing children . I've recently begun offering postpartum doula services for families looking for transitional overnight...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"There are not enough stars to rate Sarah. Sarah took care of my infant and 3-year-old son for 2 years. She quickly became a part of the family by showing a balance of kindness and structure. She was quick to play a game, legos, in between changing diapers and...
Care member
5.0
(17)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Kiana and as of June 2024, I am looking for part time work as a nanny, a babysitter or a mother's helper. I have been in childcare for 17 years and have worked with all ages from 5 days old to 13 years old. I have worked with groups of children, with singletons, with multiple siblings, with twins and with...
Kiana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I could not recommend Kiana more strongly! We feel so lucky to have had such an amazing nanny in our lives that provided the best care to our daughter. They were so creative with activities, always taking our daughter on adventures and loved her like their own. We...
Shira H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm JillIan! I have worked with kids ranging from 2 weeks to 16 years old. I began babysitting as a mothers helper at age 12 and have been babysitting ever since. I work as a summer camp counselor and work/play with children ages 4-6. I have also nannied for spring break picked the kids up from school. I nannied for two...
Jillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jillian watched our son while my husband and I went on a date night. She was punctual, responsive and overall a pleasure. Look forward to hiring her again!"
Deva R.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a mom who works part time as a nurse. I have availability to nanny/mothers helper 2 days of the week. Usually the days would be Tuesdays and Thursdays, but I do not have a set work schedule unfortunately. I would be bringing my 2 1/2-year-old daughter with me. Please message me if interested!
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
From toddler to teen, I am available for whatever help I can provide. Light cleaning, cooking, and homework help are all available beyond the typical babysitting duties.
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
I have personal experience as a single mother of two grown young men. I know the struggle of not being able to take off from work all the time. Sometimes we just need a helper to get things done, or spend time alone, or with spouse. I am comfortable with light housekeeping & meal preparation.
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Looking for a mother's helper? No worries, I am here to help :). My name is Jesenia also know as Jess. A little about myself, I am a college grad from Rutgers university. I currently work in my field. However, I am looking for extra hours. I have experienced working as babysitter, mother's helper (family assistant) for over 10...
Jess can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I've been looking after children since I was 11 when my first niece was born, and have experience with infants, toddlers, and older kids alike. I'm creative, caring, and very patient. I'm great at playing games and am great at finding an educational spin to them for toddlers and up. I am also great at arts and crafts and can add...
Radha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced babysitter who is fun and flexible! I am a 23 years old and a Temple alum. I currently work full time at CHOP M-F but I am looking to pick up some weekend work as I'm saving up to go back to school. Because of my job, I have all my background checks and child abuse clearances as well. I know as we are getting closer...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate from Shippensburg University! I have my bachelors in sociology. I am currently in nursing school and looking for child care or senior care opportunities. I have a lot of experience in homecare, nursing home, and working with children with special needs at school and in home as a TSS/PCA. I also am a certified...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Claymont, DE
Sharon B.
5.0
Sharon is an excellent caregiver for our baby boy. We trust her completely. It provides us with a sense of comfort to know that when we cannot be with our boy that Sharon is caring for him so well.
- David H.
Tarah K.
5.0
Tarah was a fantastic caregiver for my two children. She is very creative and my children enjoyed being with her. She has kind soul and is very nurturing. I would recommend her for any position working with families and children.
- Care member
Olivia V.
5.0
Olivia was amazing with my two kids (5 and 6 year old). They absolutely adored her and were so sad when we moved and she couldn't be their babysitter anymore.
- Melanie B.
Alyssa K.
5.0
Alyssa was great with my my two kids for the couple summers that she watched them while they were in elementary school. She would drive them to their activities, hang out at the pool with them, arrange other “field trips,” and took care of all their needs. She also watched them for a weekend while...
- Care member
Marisa R.
5.0
Marisa has been nannying for my now 7 month old with some medical complexities for aboht three months since and has been fantastic. She is very knowledgeable (this is helpful for me as a first time mom who hasn’t been through any of this before) and has a very calming presence which is reassuring....
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Claymont, DE?
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 Claymont, DE?
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 Claymont, DE. 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 Claymont, DE in January, 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 $10.00.