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5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since my first day of being employed as a summer camp counselor, I fell in love with working with children. I spent the best summer of my life there, building relationships with kids ages 5-13. My job included creating a fun atmosphere for groups of up to 12 children at a time while providing guidance and enforcing safety and...
Marissa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Marissa is great with kids and I would definitely use her again in the future. She watched a 2 year old for over 8 consecutive hours several times a week for over a month. She wore him out and took great care of him. Do not hesitate to hire her!"
Amy T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Korina.
I've worked as a babysitter, mother-helper, camp-counselor, tutor and assistant teacher for children of all ages. I began baby-sitting when I was in middle school, and worked throughout high school with children as a babysitter, assistant teacher, camp counselor and tutor. In college, I presently work as...
Korina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Korina has worked with us so well. She has worked with my 5 year old son for a few months cumulatively now and she is excellent with him. She is energetic and friendly and thus very much respected and adored by my son. Even during down time she will keep my son...
Amy S.
Alyssa M.
Bethel, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alyssa. I am 32 years old and have been caring for children for 20+ years. I grew up the youngest of 4 girls and my mother ran a daycare out of our home so I was always around children. At 11, I started as a mother's helper, by the age of 13, I began watching children on my own. On top of all my experience...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Alyssa was like a second mom and best friend for my kids. Always dependable and trustworthy. I simply cannot say enough positive things about Alyssa, and I could not have asked for a better caretaker during formative years for my children."
Christina M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Rebeca
I was a helper at my mother's licensed home daycare for about five years. I have also worked at The Goddard School in Connecticut as a teacher for the First Steps. I love kids and I love watching them learn and grow. I have experience working with kids of all ages, I also have experience working with kids with...
Rebeca can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rebeca is the kindest most generous and selfless person I have ever hired...my kids became her own and she went above and beyond to help them and me out....always respectful and punctual...."
Samantha S.
Elizabeth I.
Huntington, NY
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since the age of 16 and a mothers helper since the age of 12, I am now 22. I am a very active person and have done a lot of traveling in life so far. The last work I did with children over seas was teaching English to 3-7 years old.
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Katie . I'm a graduate clinical social work student at Southern Connecticut State University. I have 8 years of child care experience working with kids through regular babysitting, tutoring, and as a camp counselor. I have a wide range of ages I'm comfortable working with. I love working with kids and am very...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Holly J.
Yorktown Heights, NY
$17-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Holly! I'm an 19-year-old in my freshmen year of college at James Madison University. I am looking for a babysitting job during my school breaks. I have 5 years of experience of childcare for children ranging from the ages of 6 months to 7 years old. I have been a babysitter, mothers helper, and camp counselor. I have a...
Hello! I am a mom of 2 college kids who are in college. I have been in the field of education for over 20 years with experience with babies, toddlers, and all ages of children, students with special needs, and more. I am enthusiastic, energetic, creative, and kind.
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Hi, my name is Joan and I'm a 55-year-old early retiree with time on my hands to help others. I've been an Executive/Personal Assistant for 35 years and have great skills that have transferred well to the care community.
Things I can help with: before school care, driving to school/daycare, mommy's helper, personal assistant...
Joan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Miranda R.
Scarsdale, NY
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Miranda And I Am Looking For Babysitting Jobs In Scarsdale!
I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing, and creative!
I like working with kids because I love to see them learn new things and have fun!
I started working with kids when I was 13. I started off as a mothers helper and I have had babysitting jobs here and there since then.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with...
Brooke C.
Purdys, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a senior at Binghamton University, and I am studying psychology and speech and language pathology in the hopes of working as a speech therapist for children in the future.
I have always enjoyed working with kids, I find it so rewarding and think it is great experience for my future. I also have two younger sisters and grew...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a graduate from Georgetown University, where I studied business. I grew up in Rye, NY and have since moved back where I am a fitness instructor at Yogafreak in Rye Brook and a real estate agent with Sotheby's in Rye. My childcare experience began at 12 years old fostering experience babysitting kids of all ages...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Tanya S.
Stratford, CT
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, personable & understanding. I enjoy working with kids because of their pure innocence & the curiosity of the world. I'm looking for an opportunity that provides me w/ happiness & a healthy environment. I started working w/ kids when I was a teenager as a typical babysitter. I became a...
Laura T.
White Plains, NY
$30/hr • 11 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and find great fulfillment in making a positive impact on their lives. With over a decade of childcare experience, I have the skills and knowledge needed to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child.
I'm also a mom which gives me a...
Evelyna B.
Northport, NY
$22-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello!
I'm a freshman in college studying biomedical sciences on a pre-med track, and I'm looking for a part-time babysitting or nanny position during my winter break December 18 through January 20. Having grown up in my mother's daycare, I have extensive experience working with children, which inspired my passion for...
Evelyna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Claire, 28 years old, living in Venice, California. I started as a mothers helper for a newborn at the age of 14. Following my time as a mothers helper, I became a full time nanny for a family of 4 who were 5, 3, 2, and newborn. Since a young age I knew I was destined to be a mother, and babysitting only...
Claire can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Laura S.
Bridgeport, CT
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Laura I'm a junior nursing student at Sacred Heart University. I'm looking for a job with a family for the spring semester. I've babysat for the past few years and my family is a foster family so I have lots of experience with kids of all ages! I have babysat lots since high school, dog sat, was a mother's helper,...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Experience working with students on the spectrum
Love doing crafts and outdoor activities ! Anything that can be learned can be done in a fun way :)
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
I am a single mom of three ages 19 22 31 I have worked as Birthday Party Coordinator/Party Planner at Sports Clubs and Catering Halls. I worked with children of all ages 1-16 years of age. I was a mother's helper for twin girls ages 8 months old until they were 3 years old. My most recent job was with a 6-year-old girl and her...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Lillian S.
Huntington, NY
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
An Active Creative! I Love Doing Arts And Crafts, Playing Pretend, And Sharing Laughs!
I'm currently studying Psychology at Emory University! This summer I will also be working at a day camp with 3-year-olds. I have 6 years of experience. I've mostly worked as a baby-sitter as-needed for multiple families throughout high school and during college. I've worked with boys and girls between ages 5-11. In 2020, I ran...
Lillian can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in New Canaan, CT
Marissa M.
5.0
She is a smart well spoken women who cares for others and is overall a great human being.
- Care member
Korina K.
5.0
Korina has worked with us so well. She has worked with my 5 year old son for a few months cumulatively now and she is excellent with him. She is energetic and friendly and thus very much respected and adored by my son. Even during down time she will keep my son engaged with answering math questions...
- Amy S.
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa was our full time nanny for 3+ years. I cannot say enough about how wonderful, caring, organized and responsible Alyssa is with our children. She treats them as her own, with care and compassion. We trust her completely with our kids for driving, swimming and overnights. She is responsible...
- Kristen V.
Rebeca V.
5.0
Rebeca is the kindest most generous and selfless person I have ever hired...my kids became her own and she went above and beyond to help them and me out....always respectful and punctual....
- Samantha 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 New Canaan, CT?
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 3 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 New Canaan, CT?
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 New Canaan, CT. 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 New Canaan, CT in February, 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 $23.33.