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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
Rachael R.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, curious, and upbeat.
I like working with kids because they are curious, funny, and delightful.
I'm looking for a job that I can accomplish outside my full-time hours. I want to earn extra money to pay for my past school expenses.
I started working with kids when I entered...
Rachael can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Sasha, and I was born-and-raised in the DC area. I started working with kids when I was 12, as a "mother's helper" while the parents were in the house. In the decade since, I've gained more and more experience, and I have extensive references as a babysitter, camp counselor, and children's entertainer!
I am a...
Sasha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Karen B.
Washington, DC
$18-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
Very Flexible, Fun, Creative And Friendly (and Very Responsible)
Hello! My name is Karen, I am 19 and currently a pre-Nursing major at Towson University. I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I began as a mother's helper at age 12; I would watch my neighbor's 3 young boys while she spent time with her newborn and cooked or cleaned. Since then I have had a stint as a regular babysitter...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a creative and outgoing professional with 5 years of childcare experience, as well as 7 years of experience managing a household and a business. I am looking for a family that I can help assist with household planning and management, childcare, and light housekeeping and organization.
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Ashleigh. I am an energetic, creative, and hands on nanny. My love for working with children began when I was very young. When I turned 11, I began working as a babysitter immediately. Nine years later, my passion for childcare has not wavered, but my experience has vastly expanded. So far, I have been a...
Ashleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Laura B.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Law Student Student With Significant Childcare Experience Available For After-school/weekday Jobs
I started as a mother's helper for my neighbor and her children who were 4 and 6 at the time when I was 13 and continued to babysit them for 6+ years. I also have experience babysitting for newborns and 2-4-year-olds. Additionally, I worked for 4 summers as a camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds as well as an assistant for...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Quinn P.
Washington, DC
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of hands-on experience, I am passionate about fostering a safe and stimulating environment for children to flourish. I started out at 12 as a mother's helper, babysat my way through high school and college and most recently I was an Au Pair in France and cared full time for a family with...
Quinn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
I became a mother's helper at the age of 12 and helped a woman with two little girls. I have two little brothers and a little sister (6, 11, 13). I babysit for a family of four two summers ago (26 months, kindergarten, second grade, and fourth grade). This past summer I nannied for a family with two kids 6 and 3 years old. I am...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Madison D.
Arlington, VA
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am an experienced nanny looking to
make some extra cash with the occasional date night, weekend help, or any other need base gig. I have experience with kids ages 1-15. I try to limit screen time as much as possible and enjoy keeping kids busy with crafts, imaginative play, and a lot of outdoor time. I also love to bake...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Adele and I currently live in AU Park in NW DC. I grew up in Bethesda, Maryland, so I am very familiar with the DMV area! I am looking for part-time childcare jobs either during the day, after school, or evenings. I currently freelance for marketing agencies and make my own schedule so I have lots of...
Adele can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Hello! I'm thrilled to share a bit about myself. Born in Fairfax, Virginia, and raised in DC, I have a diverse background that blends academic achievement with personal passion. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Communication from Marymount University and completed a Master's in Business...
Catherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love being a caregiver and have been caring for children since I was 12 years old. I started as a mothers helper for 6-month-old and since then have cared for children of all ages. I am now 26 years old and have been babysitting for a over 12 years for various different families, children ages 0-13. I am originally from the...
Bronwen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 8 years of childcare experience, with children ages 3 months to 13 years, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the role. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Art from Gordon College, along with licenses in Elementary Education (grades 1-6) and Art Education (grades 5-12), and 3 years of teaching...
Linzie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
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:
CPR
First Aid
I have a passion for working with children. I am actually in college college currently studying special education. My top priority when working with you is following your instructions and your lead as the parents and making sure everyone is having fun and being safe.
As far as my experience, I have worked four years first as a...
Chiara L.
Washington, DC
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Chiara!
I am a 4th grade teacher during the day, with a passion for serving and educating all children! In fact, it was child care and a nanny job all 4 years of college with the same family that led me to my passion for teaching and to the world of education which I now work in! I am located in Washington, D. C. but...
Reese S.
Herndon, VA
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! Thank You For Considering Me As Your Babysitter, And I Look Forward To Hopefully Meeting You!
I'd describe my personality as patient, energetic, and caring!
I like working with kids because I am amazed by children's creativity and curiosity and enjoy being youthful/playful again.
I'm looking for a job where I can get relevant experience for a pediatric nurse practitioner while also saving money for college!
I started...
Reese can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as kind , fun and energetic
I like working with kids because it's rewarding to watch them having fun while they're learning.
looking for a family that needs help in the mornings with childcare, errands, prep meals and laundry.
over the course of 20 years , I have helped few families in Mclean and...
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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.