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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, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & 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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(40)
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
"Alicia is absolutely wonderful. My son opened up to her right away and he really enjoyed his time with her. I can’t recommend her highly enough. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a caring, responsible 25-year-old with a flexible schedule. I graduated college with a degree in music education in 2021, and am pursuing my Masters of Music in trumpet performance. I teach private trumpet lessons, as well as a group piano class at Friends Community School in College Park. I am looking to earn some...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have two 16-month old, high energy boys and needed a couple of weekdays covered so we could work. Maria was fantastic with the boys and jumped right in with minimal preparation. We will definitely hire her again and would highly recommend her to other families."
Kathryn M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am currently studying to earn my BS in Early Childhood Education. I've worked as an infant and toddler teacher, a preschool teacher, a prekindergarten teacher, and Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Aide. I love helping children grasp the fun of learning through innovating games & activities! Also in my eyes, there's nothing...
Jasmine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We were very comfortable leaving our boys with Jasmine the moment we met with her. Such a sweet person, attentive and our boys had a ball with her.
Will for sure be using her services again."
Lorri R.
Taylor B.
Silver Spring, MD
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I'm an experienced caregiver looking to provide reliable childcare this summer! I've nannied for various families, caring for children ages 6-12, and worked at a school supervising K-5 recess, managing up to 18 students at a time. I also have experience as a middle school lacrosse coach.
My calm nature helps me handle any...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Taylor is kind, fun, responsible and dependable. Basically the whole package when it come to what you want for watching your children!!!"
Debbie J.
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosie has been the most lovely nanny for my 3 children over the last two years. I have 2 boys, ages 8 and 14, as well as a daughter, age 4. She came into my household and managed to foster a system that brought out the best in each of them, with respect to their...
Natasha D.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
John O.
Lanham, MD
$19-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced And Reliable Nanny, Pet Lover And Household Helper!
Hi there! My name is John, and I'm a caring, responsible, and energetic part-time nanny with a passion for working with children of all ages. Whether you need a trustworthy sitter for a date night, extra help while you're at work, or someone dependable when you're running late, I'm here to make your life easier!
Beyond...
John can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Nanny looking for a job to start ASAP
Hi! My name is Oleynis, I'm 24 years old and currently I'm a psychology student. I'm bilingual, I speak Spanish and English.
I've been taking care of kids for over 10 months and 6 years, I'm a friendly, responsible, honestly person.
I love to taking care kids and share my time with...
Oleynis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Fatmata! I'm a certified CNA with CPR/First Aid certifications and over 8 years of experience caring for children ages 4 months and older. I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for kids, and I love being a mother's helper. I understand how valuable extra support can be for parents balancing...
Fatmata can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am excited to offer my childcare services. I have over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages, including 3 years of daycare experience with children aged 18 months to 6 years old.
I have developed a passion for nurturing and guiding young minds. My approach to childcare is based on patience and...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hey there childcare seekers,
My childcare experience spans over a 7 year period; providing care for a variety of ages. I love being active, from playing soccer, having silly dance parties to making creative sensory project; having fun or learning from an experience is a goal I try to achieve. I have been FT with two brilliant...
Imani can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hanan M.
Takoma Park, MD
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a freshman at UMBC majoring in Nursing, and looking for a summer nannying position or babysitting as needed! I worked in an after school childcare program/summer camp for about a year and a half, until graduating high school. Before and during that experience, I babysat and was a parents-helper. I enjoy arts and crafts and...
Hanan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
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
"Absolutely loved getting to work with Yvette. I hired her to help me with transportation for my son over the summer and am hoping to be able to hire again to help with driving my daughter during the school year. She was extremely reliable and communicative. Never...
Wittney S.
Leah K.
Washington, DC
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Leah, and I've loved looking after little kids since I was old enough to walk. I'm choke save certified and have basic first aid training, and thanks to my experience as a veterinarian's assistant, very comfortable around and caring for pets. I have also worked as a camp counselor and mother's helper, and I am fully...
Leah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah is the best thing to happen to our family in our first year of parenthood (apart from our baby, of course)! She started full time nannying for us when our baby was 5 months old and stayed with us until we moved from DC. She’s kind, helpful, and exceptional...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Laurel, MD
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.
Alicia R.
5.0
Alicia is absolutely wonderful. My son opened up to her right away and he really enjoyed his time with her. I can’t recommend her highly enough.
- Care member
Maria C.
5.0
We have two 16-month old, high energy boys and needed a couple of weekdays covered so we could work. Maria was fantastic with the boys and jumped right in with minimal preparation. We will definitely hire her again and would highly recommend her to other families.
- Kathryn M.
Jasmine B.
5.0
Jasmine was so sweet and made sure to keep in touch with me the entire time. We are looking forward to hiring her in the future!
- Courtney S.
Taylor B.
5.0
Taylor is kind, fun, responsible and dependable. Basically the whole package when it come to what you want for watching your children!!!
- Debbie J.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Laurel, 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 Laurel, 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 Laurel, 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 Laurel, MD in April, 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 $10.00.