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60 mother's helpers are listed in Lorton, VA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 6 years
Mother's helpers in Lorton, VA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Courtney and I am 27 years old! I work fully remote but have always enjoyed babysitting and helping out around the house to do anything to make your home more organized with kiddos! I have been a babysitter, mother's helper and household organizer since I was 16 and have plenty of experience with kids of all ages. I...
Courtney can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
I worked as a full time nanny during the Summer of 2021 and 2022. I nannied for twin boys age 5 and then nannied for 3 boys between the ages of 8 and 14.
Some activities we did included arts & crafts, hikes, nature walks, biking, water play, sport games, board games, building toys, building forts, play dates, and going to the...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gia, and I am a current Musical Theatre and Directing student at Marymount Manhattan College who is on a gap year! I have been working in childcare as a mother's helper, babysitter, tutor, and nanny for 9+ years. Additionally, I have years of experience working in a Montessori classroom, and was raised with the...
Giacomina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our 4yo had a wonderful time with Gia and was sad when it was time for her to go. We highly recommend her and look forward to hiring her again!"
Care member
Ann K.
Woodbridge, VA
$15-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I love helping them grow up and learn more!
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old being a mother helper.
In my spare time, I like to swim, crotchet, and read.
Ann can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gracie B.
Alexandria, VA
$13-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was in late elementary school being a mother's helper until I was old enough to actually babysit.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a qualified nanny/babysitter with more than 6 years of experience. I am comfortable and capable of taking care of all ages, starting at infancy.
My last job of over 2 years just ended because the family is moving. I cared for the children since they were 17 months and 3 1/2 years. My duties involved preparing meals,...
Suzanne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Rosaura C.
Woodbridge, VA
$13-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm A Dynamic Mom, like Music And Enjoy To Go To The Gym Everyday
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
English and Spanish speaker.
Senior Care.
I was a companion for a senior lady who loves to read I helper to prep her meals do some errands, manage some medications, helper to bath and change. also some light house keeping duties.
I have two years of experience also worked with people with dementia and Alzheimer's
Rosaura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Megan C.
Burke, VA
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am a recent college grad looking to work over the summer before I relocate. I am energetic, responsible, organized and enthusiastic. I have been helping with kids for the last 5 years, with age ranges from 6 months old to 8th graders. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, mothers helper and camp counselor and am...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Ashley. I am 20yrs old, I am currently studying Digital Marketing at NOVA, but finish May 8th. Since the age of 14, I have been helping with taking care of children. From ages of 14-18 I was an assistant helper at a Home DayCare with Fairfax County. I am free to start May 9th, since I am one my last few days...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
NY/VA
Hi, I am Isabella. I am 27 and currently back at home while I study for my board exams. I am a very responsible, fun, outgoing person who loves to be proactive and do things outdoors. I also love to bake and do crafty stuff. I do have some previous experience working with kids from being a nanny to being a camp counselor...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! I am a very outgoing, trustworthy nanny with experience of four plus years! I specifically love infants and toddlers as majority of my experience is with infants as early as newborn all the way to kindergartners! I have been a full time nanny for four years but started babysitting long before than, I also have experience...
Abbey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Isabelle. I am a very friendly, positive person. I'm reliable and hard working. I am also caring, nurturing, and attentive. I'm a good helper and I like to keep things clean and organized. I have three years of experience since becoming an aunt in 2021 I have helped care for my niece multiple days a week, every...
Isabelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Liliana, and I'm so excited about the opportunity to care for your little one(s). I'm gentle, understanding and very responsible. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, so you can trust that your child's safety is my top priority.
Liliana can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Leah K.
Washington, DC
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leah watched our 3 year old twins M-F for the month of June this year while my husband and I worked from home from my parents' place. We are so extremely grateful to have met her. She was always on time (early, in fact!) and great with the kids. She has a great...
Rashmi S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a military spouse and a mom to a 6th grader. I can babysit and drive kids to school or any activities.
Andini can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was able to drive our child to school every day for the past couple of years. She was on time, friendly, dependable, and a pleasure to work with. You'd be lucky to have her work for you."
Mark G.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 48 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I've just completed my Master's in Physiology from Georgetown University and am studying for the MCAT with plans to apply to medical school next summer. I bring a wealth of experience, as a former college track athlete, gymnastics coach, and community coach for Girls On The Run.
I live in D. C. with my bichon...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"An absolute professional. She was willing to conduct an interview over video chat before babysitting for us and made us feel absolutely comfortable. This was the first time I’ve ever had anyone babysit my 6 & 4 year old boys so I was naturally nervous. The boys...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of American University in Washington, DC and am currently working a full time job in the city. With the spare time that I have I would like to help any families that need child-care services!
As a friendly, positive, quick-learning, health-loving, bi-lingual aspiring helper, I would love to spend my...
Shaanti can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts with my children very well and her communication is great. Our family wish her the best of luck."
Candy S.
Christina S.
Fairfax, VA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I really love working with kids. I have experience nannying and being a mothers helper as well. I also have worked in a preschool. I have confidence working with children. It might be because I am a child at heart! I have been trained in CPR and First Aid and I respond well in...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christina was on time and great with my kids. She drove them to playgrounds, etc. and the kids had a wonderful time. I would definitely hire her again!"
Shannon 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, carpooling, meal prep
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Fully vaccinated and covid conscious!
I started as a mother's helper when I was in middle school and have been babysitting for years. I pride myself in always finding fun ways to get kids away from screens and embrace their creative side. I played soccer as a kid and danced for 16 years so love to be active and enjoy park...
Adira can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Lorton, VA
Giacomina J.
5.0
Our 4yo had a wonderful time with Gia and was sad when it was time for her to go. We highly recommend her and look forward to hiring her again!
- Care member
Leah K.
5.0
Leah is everything you could ever want in a babysitter and more! She has been sitting for our 14 month old since he was 4 months old. She is extremely punctual, dependable, loving and caring. She is kind and you can tell she really enjoys playing with little ones. Even our puppy is obsessed with...
- Megan H.
Andini B.
5.0
Andini connected so well with our 5yo and 4yo. She always superbly balanced fun filled activities with gentle guidance / supervision. She made picking up of two kids look easy. Highly recommend Andini!
- Care member
Alexis S.
5.0
Alexis did a great job helping to care for my two young boys (a 3-year-old and 7-month-old)! We hired her for a long shift (~9 hours) to help entertain and take care of both of them, along with their grandmother. Alexis was great with the kids AND grandparents. With our toddler she played games,...
- Elizabeth O.
Shaanti N.
5.0
Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts with my children very well and her communication is great. Our family wish her the best of luck.
- Candy 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 Lorton, VA?
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 Lorton, VA?
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 Lorton, VA. 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 Lorton, VA 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 $27.50.