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60 mother's helpers are listed in Columbia, MD
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 4 years
Mother's helpers in Columbia, MD
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a position for summer break. I am reliable, fun, patient, and caring. I have experience with babysitting multiple children at a time, and children with special needs. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy doing fun/educational activities such as science experiments, art projects, exploring outside,...
Rakilah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sitters like Rakilah are Hard to come by. She was punctual, always showed up, and was extremely patient with my toddler. Not surprised that she's about be a teacher, at all. She was Great. Hire her if you want someone that your child will love."
Naa Ama V.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Syd. I'm currently in college and have around 2-3 years of experience counseling, coaching, and caring for children ages 2-13. I'm good at cooking/making meals and helping with homework. And, as a multi-sport athlete, I also have the stamina to keep up with super active or hyper kids as well. I'm CPR/First Aid Certified...
Sydnei can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mia V.
Columbia, MD
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a Sophomore at the University, studying Public Health on the Pre-Med track. I have 7 years of childcare experience including being a Mother's Helper, Babysitter, Nanny, and an attending at KidSpace (through Columbia Association). I absolutely love working with kids and have several necessary skills such as...
Mia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
My availability:
Thanksgiving Break - November 21st to December 2nd (general availability, e. g., weekdays and weekends; mornings, and evenings are from 1-5 p.m. or 6-10pm)
Winter Break - December 18th to the end of January (minus Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve) (general availability, e. g., weekdays and...
Logan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Britney S.
Catonsville, MD
$18-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
Trustworthy, And Attentive Sitter-Helping Out So You Can Live Easy!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Britney and I am currently a graduate student at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. I have been babysitting since I was 12 by watching my younger family members and then for hire by the family friends and those in the neighborhood. I've always loved working with children of all ages. I'm not just a...
Britney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Britney was a joy to have! Very dependable and sweet with my 7 month old baby boy. An all around amazing human being"
Kendra B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced childcare asst. teacher at Easterseals Day Care in Silver Spring. Worked with infants and preschoolers and kids with special needs. Mother's helper for many families in the Columbia, MD area.
Kari can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as easygoing, creative, and intelligent.
I like working with kids because it has come to me so naturally and I want as much experience as I can get before having my own.
I started working with kids when I was 12 as a mother's helper for a mom of 3.
Ever since then, I've worked on and off for...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kass C.
Ellicott City, MD
$35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Kassidy but you can call me Kass! I'm looking for a nanny position because I believe I can be a valuable asset to you and your children . I have over 5 years of experience working with children, from 0- 10-year-olds. I'm passionate about child development and take great pride in supporting children during their...
Kass can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Taylor. I live in Catosnsville Maryland, and will soon be moving to Ellicott City Maryland I am 24 years old and I am a first grade teacher and am in search of some part time babysitting opportunity for the summer months. I have had a lot of experience with children and have enjoyed every minute, so much so that it is...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I graduated from Vassar College in 2008 and have been working as a nanny and tutor since that time. As a nanny, I have worked for a family with two boys ages two and four. My duties included cooking, cleaning, putting the boys down for naps, dropping them off and picking them up from school, going on outings to the park, museum,...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with children from 12 months to 12 years of age. I am fun, energetic, organized. I assist children with their daily tasks, and I help with light cleaning. I have CPR certified, as well as FIRST AID, and ASLS. Nursing background. Fluent in Spanish.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Suleika is absolutely fantastic. She is great with my 2 boys (5 months and 2 years) and is so patient. She was always punctual and understanding of any schedule changes. I wish it could of been a long term fit."
Amber E.
Susan A.
Rockville, MD
$55-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mom Of 3 Self-Sufficient Teens, Ready To Help You Out!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm Susan, married Mom of 3 teens, living in Rockville. As my kids get older and more self-sufficient, I find myself with more time flexibility to add some additional income for our family. And what do I know best? How to take care of kids! My 17-year-old sits also, and the younger two are great mother's helpers and...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Susan was great with our two year old and 9 month old. She is the first person outside of family that we have had care for our kids and she made us very comfortable! It was great to see our toddler immediately go to her on her second time watching them!"
Julie W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My main objective is to provide outstanding services by always keeping a safe, fun and loving environment for all family members I get to work for.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
* Full time Nanny
* Part time, Occasional, Emergency, On-Call, Back-Up, Chaperone, Mother Helper, and/or House Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Bathe, change diapers,...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I was apprehensive about hiring someone in my home for the first time, and meeting Gabby changed my whole outlook! She has a great personality, can-do attitude, and I felt instantly comfortable with her. We no longer needed her services when our family situation...
Nadine T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a sophomore at Ramapo College of New Jersey and am majoring in psychology and Spanish. I hope to be a children's counselor/therapist one day as I have always had a great connection with kids and want to help people. I recently finished as a midday monitor for Anne Arundel County. I have overseen kindergarten...
5.0
"Amazing sitter, kids loved her & she is highly recommended by her teachers!"
Cate W.
5.0
(39)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I have been a early childhood teacher for a long time! I like working with the young students. I also tutor students from pre-kindergarten thru 2nd grade! I look forward to meeting your student!
I'd describe my personality as Excitement, Encourager, Helper
I like working with kids because I can help them be...
Alicia can also help with: Grocery shopping
5.0
"Our child really likes Alicia. He says she is firm but kind. She has been reliable and a good communicator. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Amaya! I have 8 younger siblings and I have done paid nannying for over 6 years. I absolutely love children and helping /bonding with families. I enjoy and participate in doing crafts, outdoors, helping with homework, light housekeeping, transportation, etc. I have experience with newborns , multiple children all...
Amaya can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Amaya did a great job with my kids both the ages 8 and 6 she kept them very intertained and they loved her company definitely recommend her! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a graduate degree in Leadership in Teaching and an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education. I was a teacher for seven years before taking time off to stay at home to raise my son. I was a substitute teacher at his elementary and middle schools for nine years, and then a parent volunteer at his high school. I also...
5.0
"Ms Yvette took care of our girls for seven months. She did online school with our 7 year old and she finished the year with straight A's. She taught our 5 year old letters, counting, addition and so much more. They did arts and crafts and played outside. She was...
Sasha D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As a Public Health major specializing in Family Science, I have a profound passion for working with children of all ages but feel most at home caring for infants and toddlers.
I love engaging little ones through meaningful activities that nurture their development and joy. For infants, I incorporate sensory play, tummy time,...
Rose-marie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rose-Marie watched our two kids, 5 and 2, over the weekend and was absolutely wonderful! She was very communicative, helpful, and my children had a wonderful time being with her. I highly recommend her and we will book her again!"
Douglas D.
Jordan B.
Baltimore, MD
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since the age of 13, I have babysat children from the ages of 1 to 16 years old. I have been a mother's helper, worked at day care, summer camps, and babysat for a full day's length over the past few summers and taken the kids on outings. I have also taken neighbors' children to and from school, and helped with homework and...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordan is the best and we absolutely recommend her. She is wonderful with our kids, 100% engages with them, makes healthy lunches and snacks, plays games, encourages outdoor time and much more. You can tell she genuinely loves kids and I always know our kids are...
Andrew N.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nathaly and I am a para educator working MCPS. I have a certificate in the 90-hour course for Early Childhood Education. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old and I love to! I started babysitting on occasions for a family on the weekends and volunteering at a camp in the summer during high...
Nathaly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Nathaly has been great in caring for my children including picking them up from school and playing at home. She has been very reliable and easy to work with. The kids loved spending time with her. "
Christian T.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Columbia, MD
Rakilah P.
5.0
Rakilah is phenomenal. Rakilah has cared for my 15 month old daughter while I worked from home. She takes my daughter on adventures to the library and park. She is trustworthy, dependable, and professional. Highly recommend!
- Alexandra B.
Britney S.
5.0
Britney was a joy to have! Very dependable and sweet with my 7 month old baby boy. An all around amazing human being
- Kendra B.
Suleika R.
5.0
Suleika is absolutely fantastic. She is great with my 2 boys (5 months and 2 years) and is so patient. She was always punctual and understanding of any schedule changes. I wish it could of been a long term fit.
- Amber E.
Susan A.
5.0
Susan was an excellent sitter for our 8 yr old daughter and 11 yr old son. They had so much fun playing games with her. She even brought her own boardgames and books since we had mentioned how much they like those. She was also on time and made sure she understood everything the kids would need. We...
- Care member
Gabriela O.
5.0
I was apprehensive about hiring someone in my home for the first time, and meeting Gabby changed my whole outlook! She has a great personality, can-do attitude, and I felt instantly comfortable with her. We no longer needed her services when our family situation changed, but I have no doubt she...
- Nadine T.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Columbia, MD?
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 4 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 Columbia, MD?
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 Columbia, MD. 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 Columbia, MD in December, 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 $16.25.