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16 mother's helpers are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 8 years
Mother's helpers in Grand Rapids, MI
4.7
(14)
Hired by 35 families in your neighborhood
I love kids! I have watched children of all ages - infants, toddlers, preschool age, elementary age, and middle school age. I have over 15 years of experience and a Bachelor's in early childhood education.
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anna was great with all three of our boys, got twins and our very willful three year old to bed.
She is kind and warm with them while keeping them safe and in line."
Zachary P.
Kristina B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25-51/hr • 18 yrs exp
**Fully Vaccinated - Covid Conscientious - Career Nanny**
5.0
(7)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
"The only job I ever loved more was being a nanny."
I am genuinely excited to be once again engaging exclusively in heart-centered work through the support of families and their children. While it is impossible to share enough with you here in this limited space, I have listed below the key takeaways of my career and would love...
Kristina can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristina is amazing with our 2 year old. She's been watching her for almost a year now and our little girl loves "teetina". When she watches her there's always a new activity that is planned. We joke and call her "Mary poppins" because she shows up with a bag of...
Danielle S.
As a mom myself I understand the need to find someone who understands motherhood and parenting. I'm a 27-year-old mom of three( they don't need to come with me.) I have 10 years of paid experience as a nanny and mother's helper. Three words that I would use to describe my personality would be Outgoing, Personable and Trust...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
I'm currently working full-time in health care and pursuing my graduate degree in occupational therapy. I'm available to help with kids, elderly folks, pets, errands, or chores.
I'm reliable, friendly, patient, upbeat, and have 10+ years experience in working with children and animals.
CPR certified. More than happy to answer...
Kate can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Elizabeth K.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Looking To Make A Difference. Creative And Clean Helper.
Looking to help in any way I can. I have previously worked at a nursing home as a housekeeper. I enjoyed talking to the residents and giving them a better quality of living. It means a lot to me to feel like I can make a difference, and a marked improvement in their lives... and hopefully yours!
I have also babysat for many...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Layla S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
Former Au Pair Looking For Nanny Position (25-30 Hours/week)
I am currently studying social work to become a case worker in the foster care system. I am an online student so I have a very flexible schedule as I only have class one evening per week. Since I was 12 years old, I have been a helper in kids' gymnastics classes, and since I was 14, I have been babysitting. In 2021, I became an...
Layla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amiyah M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$13-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Amiyah I am 19 years old I have been babysitting for about a year now, before that I worked in a daycare for 2 years, and worked summers at my local ymca. I have a passion for working with children, and hope to work in pediatrics.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, patient, fun
I started working with kids...
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 30-year-old woman with eight years of nanny experience. I am CPR certified, vaccinated, I have my own car, and have previous medical field experience. It all started back when I was a little girl, I always wanted to be a "mothers helper". Through school years I did a lot of babysitting. When I entered adulthood I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! :) I go by Rowan, and I just moved to Grand Rapids last December with the intent of finding a part-time position as a sitter. I am a third year psychology student at GVSU with two cats and a love for books! I have over a decade of experience in babysitting, starting at age 10 as a mother's helper - continuing to one of...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ellie! This past spring I graduated with a degree in art education from MSU and start student teaching this August. I'm looking for small babysitting/family helper jobs after I get done student teaching during the week. I have over 9 years of babysitting experience, and 3 years of nannying. I have experience...
Ellie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
I have worked with children in a wide variety of age groups and setting over the past 10 years. I have nannied before, been a mothers helper, babysat, worked in a daycare center, and other various settings. I have a masters degree in social work and work part time at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, but miss getting to work with...
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(1)
I am a high energy very positive person! I love being goofy with kids and will listen to story after story all day and/or tell story after story all day! Personally I am into lots of crafts, puzzles, crocheting, and gaming. I love anything pastel colored or rainbow and am entertained so easily lol
Here is some of my work...
Britney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Britney babysits my twin girls who are 7 months old. Britney is a wonderful babysitter. She is so kind to my children and they love her. Britney has also been super adaptable with all the new changes through my children's milestones. I also have a dog and Britney...
Morgan D.
Hi there! My name is Hayley. I am 25 years old and I am 1 of 8 children ranging in ages from 9 years old to 29years old. I have had lots of different experiences working with children - I have been a nanny for 3+ years now, I've had multiple babysitting jobs, I've worked in the church nursery as a lead/helper, I used to do...
Hayley can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! I am a wife and Mom of two sons (22 and 18). I understand that it's nice to have some help now and again to take a few minutes for yourself - run errands, go for a walk, go to lunch, etc. I'm interested in on-call sitting or part-time work.
I babysat when I was young, helped out in the Nursery at church, have some...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance
Mara P.
Byron Center, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Mara and I am a 27-year-old Pediatric Nurse and have been for 4 years. I have a ton of experience working with children. I have babysat/nannied for over 12 years and I have experience watching all age groups. I also have a 2-year-old son of my own! I am looking for a nanny/mother's helper position...
Mara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Gracie G.
Allendale, MI
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitting service's available Tuesday & Thursday after 3 along with Saturdays!
Hi, I'm Gracie I'm majoring in criminal justice currently and I'm a straight A student attending grand valley! I have a passion for creating a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for your children! I'm experienced with children and also have taken...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI
Anna B.
5.0
Anna was great with all three of our boys, got twins and our very willful three year old to bed.
She is kind and warm with them while keeping them safe and in line.
- Zachary P.
Kristina B.
5.0
Look no further, Kristina is THE BEST! She watched our one year old daughter for several days a week last year and was an absolute dream. (We would still be using her but we moved out of state.) She has a true and obvious passion for children and their development. We loved how engaged she was with...
- Brittany B.
Britney D.
5.0
Britney babysits my twin girls who are 7 months old. Britney is a wonderful babysitter. She is so kind to my children and they love her. Britney has also been super adaptable with all the new changes through my children's milestones. I also have a dog and Britney will let him out during the day...
- Morgan D.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
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 11 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
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 Grand Rapids, MI. 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 Grand Rapids, MI 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 $19.55.
Ratings for Grand Rapids, MI mother's helpers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Mother's Helpers in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 16 listed mother's helpers.