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Experienced caring for multiple family members such as younger sibling & baby cousin. I am fun, patient, loving & very helpful.
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
4.1
(7)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...
Pauline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pauline has been a tremendous help for my family. She has provided both childcare and housekeeping for us. We fully trust her to care for our young children -- and that's something we don't say lightly. She is absolutely great at engaging our preschooler! And our...
Brian S.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Julia and I am 25 years old. I graduated from Quinnipiac University with my B. A. in Spanish in 2021 and am currently attending Sacred Heart University working towards my Master's in Social Work. I work as a Pre-K Teacher and have been working with kids for 10+ years. Other than my current job, my various child...
Julia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia was one of my most dependable staff at our before and after school enrichment program. Her strong work ethic is matched only by the genuine love she brings to each engagement with the children we serve. Filled with positive energy and a desire to offer our...
Brian T.
3.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Erin and I am an undergraduate student at Loyola University Chicago. I am an economics student with minors in German, journalism, computer science, and environmental science. I absolutely love school and learning new skills is my passion.
Over summer breaks I reside in southern Connecticut with my family, but...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erin is an excellent student, is reliable and is great with animals and kids."
Allison B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since my first day of being employed as a summer camp counselor, I fell in love with working with children. I spent the best summer of my life there, building relationships with kids ages 5-13. My job included creating a fun atmosphere for groups of up to 12 children at a time while providing guidance and enforcing safety and...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Marissa is great with kids and I would definitely use her again in the future. She watched a 2 year old for over 8 consecutive hours several times a week for over a month. She wore him out and took great care of him. Do not hesitate to hire her!"
Amy T.
I am the oldest (along with my twin brother) and I have cared for my two younger siblings from the beginning.
Starting babysitting around the age of 14, so I have over 6 years of experience with a variety of ages and number of children.
I have worked as a summer nanny, a mother's helper, to a weekly babysitter.
I worked two...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
I'd describe my personality as responsible, dedicated and kind
I like working with kids because they are the future and it is our responsibility to guide and help them reach their potential. It is fun and rewarding.
I'm looking for a job that helps me grow and learn as a caregiver.
I started working with kids when I changed...
Hi . My name is Tha and I am from Brazil. I am 25 years old looking for a full time position. I have more than 3 years of experience taking care of children 0-12 years old. I have handle daily child care as a live in and live out nanny/mothers helper. I am very responsible, caring, easy going and open minded. Back in Brazil I...
Thais can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a first-grade teacher in Bridgeport with a master's degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Psychology. I have worked directly with children as a mothers' helper, nanny and tutor for 18+ years. My passion for learning and working with children led me to become a teacher. I have experience caring for children from...
Katherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Annabella L.
Shelton, CT
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Annabella! I'm 20 years old and a rising senior at University of New Haven. I come from a big family with lots of little cousins who I am always babysitting or playing with. In high school I babysat neighbors, family friends kids, etc. I can baby sit all ages as well as take care of pets and tidying up around the house....
Annabella can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, empathetic, and fun loving.
I like working with kids because they give me a unique perspective on the world that we tend to forget in our adult years.
I'm looking for a job that fulfills me and helps me to learn and grow as a person.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old...
I've been working with children and families in various professional capacities for about 10 years now. I've often worked in family home settings as a nanny, mother's helper, and/or personal assistant, with children ranging from birth to teen years, often multiple children at the same time. I have experience with special needs...
Olga can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Jalina. I have 6 years of childcare experience including of 3 years of teaching and directing youth theater from ages 4-17, and 6 years of nannying and babysitting ages infant to 16. I'm great with kids and animals, have a reliable car, first aid and CPR certified, as well am epi pen and inhaler administration...
Jalina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alyssa M.
Bethel, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alyssa. I am 32 years old and have been caring for children for 20+ years. I grew up the youngest of 4 girls and my mother ran a daycare out of our home so I was always around children. At 11, I started as a mother's helper, by the age of 13, I began watching children on my own. On top of all my experience...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Alyssa was like a second mom and best friend for my kids. Always dependable and trustworthy. I simply cannot say enough positive things about Alyssa, and I could not have asked for a better caretaker during formative years for my children."
Christina M.
5.0
(3)
I have a son that was born in October 2023 and would like him to come with me. I have over a decade of childcare experience in multiple situations; as a mother's helper, in day care centers, WFH situations, and when parents go into the office. Ages 3m-14yrs. I have been responsible for up to four children at one time with their...
Colleen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Colleen served as a nanny to our 2 girls (ages 9 and 11) for 11 months. Her duties included picking them up from school and driving them home or to after school activities. Additionally, she played with them, assisted our 9 year old with school projects and prepped...
Alice A.
Sarah B.
Fairfield, CT
$32-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fully Vaccinated, Patient, Kind, And Always Punctual Nanny With 10+ Years Experience
3.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Kind, incredibly patient, warm, and always punctual caregiver with 12+ years paid experience watching infants - 13 years old. I started off as a mother's helper for a toddler playgroup when I was 13 years old and have enjoyed taking care of children for different families since then. I have experience watching infants as well as...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Sarah worked for us for 6 months in our nanny share from when our babies were 4 and 6 months old to 10 and 12 months. Things seemed to go fine - she showed up relatively on time and performed the tasks asked of her. The babies liked her, and we could tell she liked...
Danielle M.
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate reliable woman seeking a part time position as a companion/assistant/helper. I will run errands, shop, drive you to appointments, meal prep/cook etc.
I am organized, efficient and have a great driving record along with wonderful references.
I am also very flexible and can be available on a regular...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"I have known Susan for many years and she is a very responsible and reliable woman. She is such a "people" person and makes everyone feel at ease. She helped with the care of my parents and was wonderful. They loved her. She has a gentle, caring spirit that is...
Paula M.
Magdalen F.
Bridgeport, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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5.0
(1)
I have 10 + years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I am a dedicated, responsible, punctual loving, nurturing, well rounded individual. I have great experiences with kids and have excellent references. I have been a nanny/babysitter and mothers helper for more than 10-years. I work hard to help...
Magdalen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"M has been with our family for almost 3 1/2 years. She is deeply caring, patient and kind. She is trustworthy and in frequent communication with me about the children. We are only parting ways because we are moving. Any family would be lucky to have her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of 3 children in the past ages 7, 9 11. I was responsible for driving them to activities making sure their homework completed. I also did light housework, meal preparation and keeping family organized. Have also filled in for nanny caring for infant twin boys. Currently one day a week a mother's...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"A dependable person and try's her best to fulfill your family's needs. Can help with pretty much anything !"
Shobha J.
Experience working with students on the spectrum
Love doing crafts and outdoor activities ! Anything that can be learned can be done in a fun way :)
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Derby, CT
Pauline C.
5.0
We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but she would have been a good fit for our needs; we will keep her in favorites for possible future job opportunities.
- Doug M.
Julia B.
5.0
I have known Julia for a very long time. She is responsible, caring, and an exceptional person overall. I am a pretty overprotective mom and have always felt confident leaving my three little ones with her even as newborns. She has a passion for children and goes above and beyond, by playing games...
- Alison G.
Erin A.
5.0
Erin is an excellent student, is reliable and is great with animals and kids.
- Allison B.
Marissa M.
5.0
She is a smart well spoken women who cares for others and is overall a great human being.
- Care member
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa was our full time nanny for 3+ years. I cannot say enough about how wonderful, caring, organized and responsible Alyssa is with our children. She treats them as her own, with care and compassion. We trust her completely with our kids for driving, swimming and overnights. She is responsible...
- Kristen V.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Derby, CT?
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 Derby, CT?
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 Derby, CT. 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 Derby, CT 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 $14.00.