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Mother's helpers in Metuchen, NJ
Melynda J.
Metuchen, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom-Helper-Babysitter-Pet Sitter-Elderly Care-Extraordinaire
My name is Melynda and I am a wonderfully happy, outgoing, kind and personable. I am looking for work as a mothers helper, babysitter, elderly care helper, errand runner, date night sitter, grocery shopper, etc. I have a full time job but need extra income, so am willing to help out as needed on nights or weekends. I love people...
Melynda can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
One of my most fulfilling accomplishments in life was to raise two boys who have become polite, well adjusted young men. There is nothing more important to me than that. I understand that your children are precious to you and would be my honor to help you watch over them. I have many years of experience with newborns, toddlers...
Lorraine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very caring! The children loved her"
Donna B.
4.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
HI! I am a 28-year-old professional, bilingual Nanny. I have 10+ years of experience working with children from infancy to teenagers. I've taken care of every child I've worked with as if they were my own because I truly understand how much trust it takes for a parent to put them in my care. I managed to do pod sessions if...
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Sandy was our very first nanny and cared for two babies who were 10 months old when they first met her. She made the transition of returning back to work so much easier with her calming presence and natural talent for childcare. She approached each day with a...
Stephanie K.
Kiamira B.
Piscataway, NJ
$22-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello
If your are looking for a babysitter or a mother's helper, keep reading. I am a 23-year-old criminal justice B. A. 7 years of experience with childcare/mothers helper for all ages. I specialize in day care learning, homework help, house training, potty training, and sleep training. Some of my best qualities are...
Kiamira can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kia did a wonderful job with our 1 year old daughter! She was also great with our two dogs. I would recommend to anyone."
Gina T.
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...
Alissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates their time together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy babysitter."
Jonaliza C.
I am available as a mother helper. In this busy climate working and juggling a family is very stressful. I can provide an extra hand whenever it's needed.
4.0
"Sharon is reliable and responsible. Not only did she watch my son she also helped around the house.
My family enjoyed. I plan on hiring her again."
Kisha P.
Victoria G.
Staten Island, NY
$17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello:) I am quite new to the babysitting world but I feel I would be a great helper to your family if given the opportunity! I taught a CCD class in my Senior Year of high school! I loved being around the kids and teaching them new things. Also, I have three younger cousins (one 8-year-old, one 14-year-old, and one 2-year-old)...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance
I am a Red Cross certified babysitter, CPR certified, and have almost 10 years of childcare experience.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, reliable, and kind
I like working with kids because of their ability to find joy and beauty in the most simple things
I'm looking for a job that fosters growth, encourages a positive...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been caring for all age children for over 12 years and love being around kids. I have a 16 and 14-year-old of my own and have a lot of experience and references who would be happy to chat with you to fill you in about me. Looking for some hours to fill my early part of the day helping out a mom who needs some free time to...
Kristi can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Shalayne V.
Sewaren, NJ
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Shalayne. I am a 38-year-old woman who has been around kids for all of my life. Growing up with 4 younger siblings, I was pretty much my mother's helper with everything. I have been in the child care business for the better side of 20 years working with ages from infant to 20 years old. I was also a preschool...
Shalayne can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Anna and I am from Iselin, NJ. I have had care giving experience with children of all ages (newborn to 12+). I began at the age of 14 as a mothers' helper and continued on to become a professional caregiver. I am a non-smoking 22-year-old with my own transportation and a clean driving record. I have a wonderful...
Anna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Hello there! My name is Meggie, and I'm excited to let you know a little bit about myself. I grew up in Jersey, went to school in Philly, and have been working professionally in theater for the last eight years. In between stage work I've always worked with kids to supplement my income, and it brings me joy watching kids grow...
Meggie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Erundina B.
Woodbridge, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Linda and mom of two successful young women. I lost my job in March and decided to be a Nanny/Mother's helper. I have over 30 years of experience in caring for children of all ages. Love assisting children reach developmental milestones via reading, games, puzzles, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, etc. Willing to...
Erundina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Throughout my career and life, I have had an amazing experience to help and assist people ranging from 3 months of age to 105 years old. I have worked as a PCT, CNA & a LPN. Helping families to care for their children, Grandchildren, Parents or even their neighbors and friends is what I love to do. I believe it all begins with...
Annette can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Amanda D.
Cranford, NJ
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
From a young age I was a mother's helper and then a babysitter. I have experience with children from 5 months to 6 years old.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Zyleyma and I am a Music Business graduate from Berklee College of Music. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified and I have about 3 and half years of experience in the childcare field as a mother's helper/family assistant, nanny/babysitter, after school and summer camp counselor. I've had the opportunity to work with...
Zyleyma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Gosia K.
Rahway, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny Of 9 Years Looking For A Full-Time Job. Starts In Late August/Beginning Of September.
Hi ! My name is Gosia I am a mom of 9years old boy and 21-month-old. I've been working as a babysitter for the past 19 years. I'm a very loving, Caring honest and responsible person who is looking for a family who can became part of my life. For the past couple of years, I've been working with. Amazing family but there needs...
Gosia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
ABOUT ME:
My name is Leticia, I'm 29 years old and I'm from Brazil. I have 4 years of experience with kids 1-15years old.
I consider myself a person very responsible, pontual, patient, dedicated, organized, open-minded, honest, caring and flexible.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
For 2 years:
Responsible for 2 kids in NJ and I worked for a...
Karen N.
Red Bank, NJ
$25-39/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
20+ years experience as professional Nanny. Have 3 grown children of my own & 6 grandchildren. Lots of childcare experience, personal & professional.
Live out but have done sleep-overs so parents can get away. Caring, loving & kind. Reliable, trustworthy. Love the outdoors. Music, reading & Arts and Crafts. Nursery rhymes &...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"My daughter loved her and felt comfortable in a new town with her as a new person. "
Tonya L.
Jenna S.
Skillman, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and just graduated from Arcadia University with a degree in Psychology and a focus on child art therapy. I have been babysitting children ages 1/2 year to 16 years old, for the past 14 years. I started as a mother's helper in my early teenage years. I love children and love to teach them, help them and watch...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hi, Jenna took care of my two toddlers, three year old boy and 18 month girl. She is a very loving and caring person. My kids loved having her over and play with her. She would keep them busy by taking them outside on their bicycle and giving them bubble baths....
Kiran S.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Metuchen, NJ
Lorraine D.
5.0
Very caring! The children loved her
- Donna B.
Sandra S.
5.0
Sandy was our very first nanny and cared for two babies who were 10 months old when they first met her. She made the transition of returning back to work so much easier with her calming presence and natural talent for childcare. She approached each day with a professional learning curriculum...
- Stephanie K.
Kiamira B.
5.0
Kia did a wonderful job with our 1 year old daughter! She was also great with our two dogs. I would recommend to anyone.
- Gina T.
Alissa W.
5.0
Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates their time together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy babysitter.
- Jonaliza C.
Sharon C.
4.0
Sharon is reliable and responsible. Not only did she watch my son she also helped around the house.
My family enjoyed. I plan on hiring her again.
- Kisha P.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, NJ in January, 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 $25.00.