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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Nathaly is exceptional: she handled all 3 of my wild kids with patience, kindness, and firmness, while engaging with them on fun art projects and kept them entertained and happy. Nathaly is good at communication, planning, punctuality, and is extremely dependable!"
Zachary H.
3.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Martha and I am looking for work in child care. I have 10 years of experience caring for children as young as 2 months. I have my own transportation and can transport children to and from places as needed. I was recently caring for 2 children full time, but that work has stopped due to the pandemic.
I do not...
Martha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Martha treats my child as if she is her own. My daughter and I love Martha."
Diane G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
LOVING, RELIABLE AND EXPERIENCED! I have over 13 years of experience caring for kids from newborns to 13 years old. I am very affectionate with babies and very playful with toddlers. I have my own transportation, love dogs and cats and can take care of them as well. CPR certified, Registered Nurse with ample experience in...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Phenomenal with my 1 year old, dependable, etc. I'll happily use Maria's services regularly and would highly recommend her. "
Anika W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a playful personality and genuinely care about kids. I understand that kids are high energy and constantly on the go and that is why I find them so fun. I am dependable and trustworthy and more than capable of caring for children - as I am by trade an elementary school teacher with over 20 years of experience. I am able...
Celina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Reliable, punctual and friendly."
Miriam L.
5.0
(3)
Hi! I'm Juliana, I'm 27 years old, and I have 6 years over experience with kids. I started in a very young age being the teachers helper, and then I came to USA. In all my time working with kids, I took care of kids from 3 months to 15 years old. I consider myself as responsible, reliable, experienced and fun-loving person. I'm...
5.0
"She's amazing with the kids. She's careful, takes good care of children, responsible, flexible. She loves to play and teach."
Gabriela S.
Monica C.
Annapolis, MD
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Outgoing & Fun Nanny PhD Who Loves Outdoor Exploring, Going On Cultural Excursions & Doing Crafts
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! I look forward to meeting you and helping with your fam. I have my PhD in Education (I have focused my studies on early childhood development, montessori & waldorf methods & active, experiential learning) and am looking to bring in some temporary extra income while I go back on the job market, as my organization just had...
Monica can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Monica is amazing! She has been working with and caring for children for longer than I can remember. She is a person who you can depend on. I trust her completely."
Emliy A.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years of childcare experience, both in a professional workspace and in-home babysitting! I love being outdoors, doing crafts, and having fun. I am also happy to help around the home, with car pooling, and trips!
Annaliese can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
I am a local Arlington mom who knows all the fun things to do in Arlington and loves kids. I am available to help with many tasks you may need such as childcare, organization, and meal prep.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 20 years old and have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. Last summer I was a full time nanny for a family with three children. I was in charge of making meals, running errands, planning activities, etc.
Margaret can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of babysitting experience, and 7 years of nanny experience. I've also worked in a preschool (3 years experience) and daycare (1 year experience).
Currently looking for a morning drop-off or cooking/household helper position.
I'm a huge proponent of scheduling and staying organized. I have experience cooking...
Kyran can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Emma G.
Arlington, VA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a a caring and energetic college student from Arlington, VA looking for a job during summer break. I had babysitting and mother's helper jobs throughout high school, often watching up to three children at a time, helping with homeschooling, and coming up with creative and engaging activities for the kids. I am an experienced...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ecaterina C.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Ecaterina a maternal wellness doula!
I am an empathetic and responsible person that likes to keep life simple and efficient.
I assist families with self-care management and postpartum care by assisting them with creative life skills to help ease the frustration that can occur when adjusting to change.
I support...
Ecaterina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time Morning Position! I'm Victoria, a dedicated childcare professional with over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I recently graduated from Virginia Tech (go Hokies!) with a Bachelor of Science, and my childcare journey began at the age of 12 as a mother's helper. Over the...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jennifer C.
Falls Church, VA
$25-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Jennifer, a nursing student at Marymount University. I am a mature, responsible, fun, detail-oriented individual who adores and loves children! I have experience babysitting children from different stages of life. I babysat as young as newborn babies to 12 years old. I love having a close relationship and bond...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of three boys. I have more than 10 years of experience. I lived in Spain for 8 years and worked as a helper and nanny for private families. I worked in a Montessori school in Washington DC and as a nanny for private family in North Bethesda, MD. I live in Clinton and I can bring your kids to my home too. So if...
Olesia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, My name is Paola. I am currently a part time intern in DC and I will be obtaining my degree from UC Berkeley in the Fall. I would describe myself as caring and independent. I have been babysitting and since I was 14. Being a nanny became my main job throughout college. My duties have included pick and up drop off from school...
Paola can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hi Families!
I'm an experienced Nanny, mother's helper, babysitter and au pair. Working and caring for children is something that I really enjoy and am passionate about. Everything from baking, exploring museums and libraries are activities that I enjoy. I am a Washington DC native and have au paired in Spain in Japan. I am a...
Ruth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello! I'm Brandee and I am currently a rising senior at the University of Maryland. Since I was about 12, getting to work with children, parents, and families has been the greatest joy in my life! There is nothing that gets me more excited or energized than helping to bring some sunshine into a home (not only for the kids, but...
Brandee can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Faith K.
Edgewater, MD
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! I am a college student home for the summer looking for summer work.
As a bit of background, I have around seven years of experience with kids, and I began as a mothers helper which lead into various babysitting work. I worked as a preschool teacher though my high school for three years, and I worked as a nanny last summer...
Faith can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi there! I am a current 1st grade teacher who loves working with children! When I think about other career paths, I can't imagine an alternative job that brings me greater joy and gratification along with lots of fun! Prior to teaching elementary school, I worked as a preschool teacher while I completed my masters degree. I...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Lanham, MD
Nathaly F.
5.0
Nathaly is exceptional: she handled all 3 of my wild kids with patience, kindness, and firmness, while engaging with them on fun art projects and kept them entertained and happy. Nathaly is good at communication, planning, punctuality, and is extremely dependable!
- Zachary H.
Martha S.
5.0
We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was wonderful. She is a very caring, responsible and competent. She helped us greatly! I would fully recommend her services.
- Anamaria L.
Maria L.
5.0
Maria was amazing with our son. Our daycare provider was sick for a few weeks so we had her come help out and the transition was seamless! My son warmed up her very fast due to her kind and gentle nature. Overall an awesome experience with Maria.
- Avery R.
Celina K.
5.0
Reliable, punctual and friendly.
- Miriam L.
Juliana O.
5.0
She's amazing with the kids. She's careful, takes good care of children, responsible, flexible. She loves to play and teach.
- Gabriela 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 Lanham, 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 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 Lanham, 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 Lanham, 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 Lanham, MD 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 $19.00.