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I have 2 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have 1 year of experience. My name is Ashley. I am currently a junior at Domincian university, studying nursing. I also am an orientation leader and I'm captain of the women's basketball at my college.
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Your children are in safe hands! I know how to entertain, educate and monitor security. Ready for a fun and useful day with them. Efficient house helper with monitoring of order and coziness.
Anastasiia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
My name is Dina.
I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings.
I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...
Dina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kind, attentive and respectful "
Care member
Cashmear M.
Chicago, IL
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.5
(3)
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.
5.0
"Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day."
Marlee H.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Nadia, 29, Chicagoland born & raised. PT online student, child early development & psych. 12+ yrs experience- everything from babysitting to PT mothers helper to a FT live-in Nanny/House Manager. Most of my positions have had the role of house manager, as well as nanny. I own a reliable vehicle, seats 5, and have a clean...
Nadia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The Kids love her. She is great w them. Highly recommended!"
Ken C.
Kate H.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny / Newborn Helper/ Multiples / Animal Lover Available ASAP
5.0
(2)
My spirit is one that could make even you become your inner child again!
I have over 20 years experience loving others' children: 5yrs as a nanny to 4 under 4, A caretaker for 3 newborns until after 1yr, & experience with neurodivergent children. My favorite experience has been working for S. A. S. E. D w/ visibly impaired...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kate has a lot of experience with all types of children. She's very knowledgeable with assessing each child individually to fit their specific needs. Kate is very hands on with children. She has a creative side, that children love exploring with her. Overall, Kate...
Nereida G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jamie, I have been working in child care for 12 years. I was recently an K-6th art teacher at a charter school on the west side of Chicago. Prior to this I worked at a sleep away camp for two summers as the arts and crafts director, assistant unit director and lead a week long back packing trip for teens. I have nannied...
Jameson can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jamie has been wonderful with our infant and with our dogs! She has really been a life saver and our little one really seems to like her! I am very sad she is going back to school as she is just wonderful for our family"
Stephanie S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...
Sandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also very flexible and adjusted to our schedule fluctuations which were very helpful. Unfortunately, we no longer...
David F.
5.0
(1)
I haven't babysat in a few years, since I was in high school but I'm very good with all ages of kids was involved in a lot of sports and clubs in high school so I would be able to help with practicing. I'm also very good at helping with homework.
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
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Guadalupe S.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lupe , I am a professional experienced Montessori educator Woman , I will be so happy to assist you in caring your children . I am a very reliable , patient respectful person who loves to care, interact , play learn with children and enjoys being part of their life. I have worked with children of different ages...
Guadalupe can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our three boys love Lupe. They always have a lot of fun when she visits. She has been our one and only babysitter for four years. Thank you Lupe!"
Sarah G.
Erika M.
Chicago, IL
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience from mothers helpers to babysitting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts and more.
Erika can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Yannik G.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I was a teacher's helper at my synagogue for 2 and a half years and then I was a camp counselor for 4 years and an intern at my college's early care education center. I am most comfortable working with kids 3-5 years old but I am willing to work with anyone.
Yannik can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi, my name is Rebeca! I have over 5 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 12 years old. I have experience babysitting up to four kids at one time and also enjoy providing one-on-one care, always creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment for children. I am patient, understanding, adaptable, and always...
Rebeca can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Hi. My name is Tulip. I'm a mother of two adopted daughters, they are adults now and living on their own. I'm living in Evanston with my husband. I love children and now have time to offer basic childcare/supervision, lite errand, chore and prep duties to busy families. I am available starting with after school pick-up into the...
Pornwilai can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have experinece as a nanny/ motehr helper for more than 5 years. Specilly with todlerds and yuong kids. I love crafting projects and outdoors activities. I help with laundry, light cleaning, ironing, pet care and shopping.
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Julia B.
Chicago, IL
$17-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as creative, empathetic, and outgoing!
I started working with kids when I was 12 as a "mother's helper." I have been babysitting ever since!
In my spare time, I like to try new restaurants, go on walks with my dogs, and try new fitness classes!
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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:
First Aid
CPR
Growing up in a big Italian family outside of Chicago, I helped raise my 7 younger cousins from newborn age to teens. I am used to light housekeeping and meal preparation as well as planning activities. I love hanging out with kids which is why I was a camp counselor for 3 summers in Northern Wisconsin at Camp Jorn YMCA. It was...
Francesca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have worked for 3 families as their primary child care giver. One of which I was a live in nanny.
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Elmwood Park, IL
Dina S.
5.0
Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years.
- Care member
Cashmear M.
5.0
Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day.
- Marlee H.
Nadia C.
5.0
We had Nadia watch our two kids for two weeks and I'd certainly call on her again if needed. She was wonderful with helping my son through 1st grade virtual learning in addition to helping my 3 yo with preschool type assignments. She played with the kids during break periods and was up for any...
- Kelly A.
Kate H.
5.0
Kate is just wonderful with kids. Any family would be lucky to have her.
- Heather H.
Jameson K.
5.0
Jamie has been wonderful with our infant and with our dogs! She has really been a life saver and our little one really seems to like her! I am very sad she is going back to school as she is just wonderful for our family
- Stephanie S.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Elmwood Park, 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 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 Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL 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 $19.50.