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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 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Christeena. but everyone calls me Chrissy. I graduated from an Academy in May 2020 and am attending University for my sophomore year this fall. I have been babysitting for a few years and I love kids. I have worked with all ages ranging from 8 months old to 12 years old. I am available during the weekdays and on...
Christeena can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chrissy is just incredible! We have three kids under 10 and they hit it off with her immediately and always look forward to her visits. We've had a few sitters in the past, but Chrissy definitely stands out with how well she interacts with our children, doing...
Taylor S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Avalon, and I recently earned my Master of Public Health from The George Washington University. With years of hands-on experience and studying child health in school, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children.
Over the years, I have babysat for numerous families, served as a...
Avalon can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Avalon was sweet, energetic and fun with my 5 year old daughter. My girl is very shy and Avalon had her out of her shell in no time. Avalon is an absolute grown-up and I could see her confidence, maturity and leadership qualities which put me at ease since we had...
marni K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a kind and hardworking student with a love of children. From being a Mother's Helper, to a one-off babysitter to teaching Baby Ballet for 6 years, I have an immense amount of experience. I've worked with lots of kids with unique needs, and I'm flexible to your family's needs.
I'd describe my personality as helpful,...
5.0
"Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and helps with homework. Kids seem to adore her. I find her to be reliable and dependable. I highly recommend her. I would use her...
Melissa J.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Victoria, a 24-year-old with a true passion for nurturing and supporting children. I recently graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science, and my childcare journey began at the age of 12 as a mother's helper. Over the years, I've gained hands-on experience as a babysitter, nanny, and through working at...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"One of the BEST babysitters I have ever had. Super interactive, punctual and smart! Loves children and you can really tell, my son did not wanna come back home after spending the day with her!"
Isabella T.
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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
Stephanie B.
Fairfax, VA
$20-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Babysitter With A Earm And Nurturing Personality
I've been my mother's helper since I was 9 years old and babysitting since I was 14.
I'm a mother to my 18-year-old son. We have a great trusting relationship.
My future goal is to foster children.
I have a clean driving record. Fun and safety are my priority, as well as providing a nurturing environment.
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Ruby Z.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 12 yrs exp
I have always loved kiddos and started as a mother's helper at the age of 9 (making $2. 50 an hour). I began babysitting at age 13, was a camp counselor to rising kindergartners for 5 summers, and a full time nanny during the pandemic. With over a decade of experience, I possess a passion for all ages, from baby's to big kids!...
Ruby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have four kids of my own. My youngest is five. I'm a registered behavior technician, so I have a lot of experience with special needs. I'm currently I'm school to get my degree in psychology
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sierra S.
Arlington, VA
$23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Sierra. I'm 21 years old and just graduated from Syracuse University with degrees in psychology and journalism. Through my psychology education, I was able to learn about child psychology and development. I hope to use this knowledge in a future career working with children. As the middle of 5 kids, I began....
Sierra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I am a former high school history and writing teacher turned education rights attorney. In law school, I served as a writing tutor for other law students and worked at a tutoring center for children in elementary school. I have extensive experience in literacy development and even founded a literacy institute at the school where...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
Olivia L.
Falls Church, VA
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am a student at Virginia Tech seeking a part-time babysitting/ "Mother's Helper" opportunity. I have 6 years of experience and have strong skills in cooking, organization, planning fun activities, and more! I am passionate about taking care of children in any way, or shape, and I am a trusting person with glimmering...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as charming, caring transparent.
I like working with kids because kids are fun/ funny make me laugh. I like being a caregiver and a teacher because the experience is rewarding for me.
My ideal job will allow me to babysit in my home, I have a toddler and babysitting allows me to still be with her...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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.
Kathryn K.
Arlington, VA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kathryn, I am 20 years old and looking to be a part time nanny/mother's helper. I have previous experience caring for 2 elementary age children, as well helping out with various chores (laundry, dishes, grocery pickup, returns, etc.). I am a very organized person and also a great learner.
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Lorton, VA
Christeena A.
5.0
Chrissy worked with our family as a recurring baby-sitter afternoons and weekends for a year until we moved out of state. She is absolutely wonderful, and we will all miss her greatly! She was always so helpful around the house and always found activities that were enjoyable for our kids. Highly...
- Kimberly P.
Avalon A.
5.0
Avalon was an excellent babysitter for our girls. We hired her mainly for our 1-year old but she also helped us out with our 4-year old when needed. She was always on time, respectful and easy-going. And, best of all our girls loved her! We would hire her again if we still lived in the area. We...
- Care member
Kessley J.
5.0
Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and helps with homework. Kids seem to adore her. I find her to be reliable and dependable. I highly recommend her. I would use her again.
- Melissa J.
Victoria R.
5.0
She is very professional. I definitely recommend her.
- Care member
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.
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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.