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Mother's helpers in Mahwah, NJ
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, patient, and stern as needed
I like working with kids because they are adorable and growing up I always wanted a little sibling. I would go to my neighbors house and help with her two young children at a young age because I love little kids.
I'm looking for a job that pays well and...
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Mischa, a dedicated mother's helper with over 8 years of experience supporting busy families. My goal is to make your home life a little easier by taking care of the small but important tasks that keep everything running smoothly.
I specialize in light housekeeping, including resetting the kitchen and living room,...
Mischa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mischa is fantastic! She is warm, kind and extremely caring. She is always punctual, professional and has made me feel comfortable from the start. Not only is Mischa great with kids, she is also great with our very active Golden retriever too!
I highly...
TRICCIA Q.
Hayley S.
West Milford, NJ
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Hayley, I just finished my freshman year of college at Kutztown University as an Elementary Education major. I love working with kids of all ages and have been around them my entire life. I volunteered for special olympics for almost 10 years. for 3 summers I was a mother's helper and have been babysitting since I...
Hayley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Tiana. I'm a graduate of Florida International University with a Bachelor's degree in Business, I have several years of experience working with children and families in a variety of roles. I'm comfortable providing transportation to and from activities, assisting with homework, and planning fun, engaging...
Tiana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
I spent most of my teenage years as a mothers helper and babysitter but as an adult I also have 8 years experience caring for children and adult with disabilities including: passing their medications, preparing meals, and created a fun and loving environment for them to thrive in. I enjoy using my skill sets to better the lives...
Emili can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, energetic, and imaginative; and I enjoy working with children because I am helping to shape their mind through educational and imaginative play. I started working with children when I was in high school (just over 10 years ago) and I have experience caring for varied age groups...
Sabrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have watched various ages of kids over the years. If interested in my services, just ask me and I can detail my experience.
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Irma M.
Hawthorne, NJ
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Irma,
I'm fully vaccinated including the booster shot..
I've been taking care of children for over 10 years. I worked as a Traders Assistant for 23 years. I left 20 years ago to care for my then 3-year-old daughter.
I've been a nanny to kids ages 6 months to teens..
I've been a mother's helper, after school...
Irma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I started off as a mothers helper at a very young age. I helped with light house keeping and keeping the children busy because the mother worked from home. At about age 16, I started working as a babysitter. I come from a small town where everyone knows everyone have worked for numerous families in my district. I learned how to...
Jesse can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Emily M.
Nanuet, NY
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Emily! I am a college student that's home for the summer. I have 2 years of experience being a camp counselor for ages 4-6. Additionally, I student taught at an elementary school for kindergarten and first grade for a school year. I have 6 years of babysitting experience ranging from infants to middle school. I am...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Grace A.
Tuxedo Park, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
hello, I have been babysitting ever since I was 8 years old with mother's helper. I grew up around babies and two younger brothers and a sister! I'm very active with the kids and love to play games. I also love animals and will take your pet for walks clean up after them and feed them. I do have my own car, and form of...
Grace can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Tierney R.
Township of Washington, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver/Mother's Helper Available For The Summer
I have always had an affinity for childcare and have cared for a number of children in the past. I have cared for children ranging from ages 4 months to 13 years. I have worked as a babysitter and while doing so was responsible for things such as meal preparation, feeding, changing diapers, changing clothes, bathing, carpooling,...
Tierney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
I've been casually babysitting for families since I was 15-years-old. I have taken care of family friend's children, families with four boys under the age of 11, and even kids of celebrities. I can handle a lot!
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Maddie. I am 20 years old and am from Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ. Growing up, I have always been a babysitter. My most recent job was as a mommy's helper with infant triplets. I am responsible, fun, and more than capable of providing a safe environment for the kiddos. As all of our plans have been derailed, I have been home...
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a stay-at-home mom for over 30 years, involved in everything in my children's schools from sports to clubs, foundations and charities. Now I am an empty nester looking for meaningful ways to fill my time while helping working parents and their families. I have some tutoring experience, as well as, a few yoga teaching...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Jenna G.
Nutley, NJ
$15-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there :) My name is Jenna and I am a full time NICU RN 3 days a week. I am looking to help out families in need of newborn/child care on my days off. Looking for a family with flexibility due my scheduled shifts varying week by week. Looking to assist a family 1-2 days per week. I specialize in newborn care all the way...
Jenna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Met with Jenna for an interview and decided to hire her on the spot. Her communication was great and she was very well mannered during the interview. Looking forward to having her help me with my son! "
Teresa D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In search of a full-time position in Peekskill, Croto-on-Hudson, Cortlandt Manor, Pleasantville, Mt. Kisco, and surrounding neighborhood.
I am flexible, experienced working with multiple children from babies to teenagers, fun, creative, detailed-oriented, loving, patient, kind and empathetic. I simply love children, appreciate...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle has cared for our kids since they were born. Michelle is the person you want to hire and can trust. She cares for and educates our children as if they were her own and has grown to be part of our family. She is flexible, punctual, and beyond reliable....
Tara J.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm Victoria, a passionate and dedicated childcare professional with 14 years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I started my journey as a mother's helper at 12 years old and have since honed my skills in caring for multiple children, including those with special needs.
What sets me apart is my...
Victoria can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria is great! She has babysat my
1.5 yo daughter and my dog. Victoria is very punctual and does great keeping my daughter entertained. She has also dog sat for us when we are out of town and allows my dog to stay at her house. Highly recommend Victoria!"
Kate D.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Maria R and I am looking to work with a family as childcare helper . I have many years of experience taking care of newborn, toddlers, infants and school kids.
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria is a very compassionate person. She loves children. Because my son has special needs, specific care and attention was required for his safety. Maria attended to his needs with patience and understanding. She is also a great cook. So, she took care of me a few...
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Leticia M.
Parsippany, NJ
$15-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hello! I'm Leticia, 31 yo, Brazilian and I have college degree! I have more than 5 years experience with kids from 3mo to 12yo. I have always loved to be around kids and take care of them! I also take care of dogs and I love to see how they interact with children! Here, I was trained and had the experience living with children!...
Leticia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Letícia is an amazing nanny! She is very careful, punctual and a happy person. I've always been impressed with her patience with the kids, especially when they weren't being easygoing. She had worked for me when she was still living in Brazil and we had such a...
Myllene S.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Mahwah, NJ
Mischa C.
5.0
Mischa is fantastic! She is warm, kind and extremely caring. She is always punctual, professional and has made me feel comfortable from the start. Not only is Mischa great with kids, she is also great with our very active Golden retriever too!
I highly recommend Mischa's services, and truly...
- TRICCIA Q.
Jenna G.
5.0
Met with Jenna for an interview and decided to hire her on the spot. Her communication was great and she was very well mannered during the interview. Looking forward to having her help me with my son!
- Teresa D.
Michelle M.
5.0
Michelle took care of my daughter when she was only 4 months old during the scariest of times to have a baby.. just as covid was starting in 2020. After becoming a new mom in the pandemic I completely felt out of control and new I needed some help. Michelle came for her interview with every safety...
- Care member
Victoria P.
5.0
I highly recommend Victoria as a top-notch babysitter. She is incredibly flexible with her schedule and always goes above and beyond to accommodate our needs. Her communication skills are superb, and she always keeps me informed of any changes or updates.
What I appreciate most about Victoria is how...
- Care member
Maria R.
5.0
Maria is a very compassionate person. She loves children. Because my son has special needs, specific care and attention was required for his safety. Maria attended to his needs with patience and understanding. She is also a great cook. So, she took care of me a few times as well. I appreciate her...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Mahwah, NJ?
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 Mahwah, NJ?
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 Mahwah, NJ. 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 Mahwah, NJ 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 $20.00.