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72 mother's helpers are listed in New York, NY
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 7 years
Mother's helpers in New York, NY
5.0
(3)
I am a well educated, hardworking, sincere and compassionate woman with a deep appreciation for family and the responsibilities that come along with caring and help others. After completing a bachelors of Visual Design at university in Colombia, and to work as a Visual Designer, I decided to look other opportunities and views of...
5.0
"Natalia was my 5 year old's babysitter, and as a mother I believe she's absolutely fantastic. She's not only very smart, gentle, patient, punctual and tidy, but she will encourage your children to be creative and basically happy. She is also very professional, as...
Renata A.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Carlie! I have over 7 years of babysitting experience and have worked with children of all ages. During college, I babysat for several families in the Chapel Hill area, and I was a family manager for one family, where I took care of their shopping, cooking, and cleaning. I supported this family through the peak of 2020...
Carlie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very pleasant and energetic. Children seem to love her! She likes to engage them in activities instead of parking them in front of the television. We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old."
Viktoria W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a baby sitter and mother's helper since I was old enough to take on that responsibility, working with families in my synagogue and community, and I was a youth services librarian at Brooklyn Public Library for four years (until 2019). I love playing games with children and helping them learn in a cooperative...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lisa watched over my 7 year old son after school. She was great: genuinely enjoyed playing with him, kept him busy with both indoor and outdoor activities, and addressed with him calmly and positively his misbehaviors. She is respectful and open-minded of...
Caroline D.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently between jobs in NYC. I have experience in the Fashion Industry but prior to this and graduating college I babysat for 5 families. I have been a nanny and a mothers helper for ages ranging from 5 months old to 10 years old. On top of this I was a tennis camp counselor with a focus on the 5-7 age group. I would love...
Angela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and...
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent law grad from The University of Miami School of Law who just sat for the NY Bar Exam. While awaiting my exam results, I am looking to nanny in the Fall following Labor Day Weekend and would love to be your helper whether it be for your children and/or pets if our needs sync. I have babysat children of all ages...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Jacqueline is an incredibly proactive caregiver and would be an invaluable team member for any family. She is flexible and easy going, reliable and creative, and above all, is engaging and warm with our child. She always maintained an ideal balance of exciting...
Allison M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Paula, 29 y. o, I'm from Colombia, and I would love to share about my experience as a Nanny, Au pair and babysitter. I'm very passionate about my work and flexible and compassionate. In my free time I will be running, visiting with my friends or developing a new hobby!
QUALIFICATIONS
- Former Infant Qualified Au...
Paula can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paula is a wonderful childcare provider! She is warm, nurturing, and responsible. I always felt comfortable leaving my two kids (5 and 3 years old) with her. She is also great at helping to tidy up the apartment, which is much appreciated as a busy working mom! "
Jen F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Caroline. I currently work at a tech start-up and in theatre but am also looking for occasional babysitting opportunities. I have many years of experience working with children in a variety of settings and ages from 4 months old to 12 years old. I used to teach dance, acting, and singing classes to children...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"Caroline was an excellent babysitter we would definitely hire again. Caroline watched our 4mo ("A") while we attended a wedding -- and she was our first non-family babysitter for A since he was born. She was communicative leading up to the job, and very punctual....
Leslie S.
Kudirat H.
New York, NY
$27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. My references show me to be responsible and reliable, caring and calm, and always willing to help out wherever needed.
Over the years, I have been a regular helper for a total of nine families. I am confident in my ability to take great care of your...
Kudirat can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our experience with the babysitter who looked after our children was fantastic. She was exceptional in every way and put our minds at ease about leaving our kids in her care. Her punctuality, flexibility, knowledge, and affection towards our children were...
Tessy O.
Danyele J.
New York, NY
$30-41/hr • 8 yrs exp
Young Yet Experienced Baby Sitter For Children Of All Ages. Available Weekends And Some Weeknights.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
True Florida girl! I enjoy the beach the pool being in the sun and DIY projects. My passions are worshiping, loving people, volunteering with children in the system, and spending time with family. I enjoy nannying because I pride myself on being a mother's helper! I am very flexible and I adapt very well. I am willing to help...
Danyele can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"My children and I absolutely love Danyele. I would recommend and rehire her anytime such a loving, caring and humble person."
Lacey B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a graduate student at Columbia University studying Occupational Therapy! I have extensive childcare experience through being a full time nanny for 6 summers and my time as a full time nanny/mothers helper in the fall of 2020 for an 18 month year old boy, 7-year-old girl and 12-year-old girl as their mother...
Jaclyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaclyn is great! She is responsible, a great communicator, and the kids love her!"
Chris B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Emily and I am currently relocating to NYC! I have been working with kids for about 15 years and started working with kids when I was 12 years old as a mother's helper. Since then, I have: babysat, interned at an elementary school, worked as a lifeguard for 6 summers, student taught in Rwanda, Africa, and taught...
Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Camilla B.
New York, NY
$28-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Experienced Care Taker, Excited For This New Role
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as welcoming, warm, and creative.
I like working with kids because they inspire me! I love being able to play with them and be silly. Over the years, I have been able to see them grow older and see how their minds grow.
I'm looking for a job that keeps me active. I am a jewelry designer by day and...
Camilla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Camilla took great care of my three boys. They were all happy staying with her. We will definitely hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been a devoted and reliable nanny with 12 years in childcare. I have both long-term and short-term experience with children of all ages ranging from newborns to pre-teens and teens. I bring a high energy to all nanny jobs and supply loving care while making sure to meet disciplinary and educational goals for each child. I...
Anne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anne is incredibly professional, responsible and caring. She has babysat for my two boys since they were babies and I trust her completely. She has taken care of them overnight and helped with homework and meals. They are now 10 and 13.
She also helped with...
Jennifer B.
Hi! My name is Juliette. I am a graduate student studying developmental disabilities with a concentration in child life, and I hope to become a child life specialist. I have a lot of experience with kids of all ages. I have volunteered in multiple hospitals with children, ran an online support group for kids with crohn's and...
Juliette can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Samantha K.
New York, NY
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter, Nanny, Pet Sitter, House Sitter, Mother's Helper!
Hi! My name is Sammi! I graduated in 2019 from Florida State University with a degree in early childhood. After graduating, I was a preschool teacher until I was unfortunately laid off due to coronavirus. My most recent job was a medical assistant. My goal is to encourage children to be the best they can be while helping them...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
My name is Caroline and I'm 24 years old, living in Tribeca. I have been a babysitter since I was 12-13 years old. I have 3 brothers, so I am used to a crazy and entertaining household. I graduated 2 and a half years ago from Gettysburg College. I currently work a 9-5 but I would really love to pick up some extra work during the...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Hannah! I am from Atlanta, Georgia where I babysat and taught dance classes for kids of all ages. Since moving to New York City, I have nannied for over 5 years and have been working as a receptionist and baby music teacher for the past year and a half.
Every moment of my job brings me so much joy. Children teach...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
I am excited to help and provide individuals with the upmost care. Throughout my life, I have served as a personal assistant to individuals and families, ranging from helping parents organize their schedules to elderly individuals with their general day-to-day needs.
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 10 years of experience taking care of children. My young brother is 10 years old and he taught me almost everything about caring for children. The most important thing is love.
I have also been working as an au pair for two boys, age 10, for the last year, one of whom has special needs. I cook, oversee homework, pick...
Julieth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hello! My name is Destre. I'm an honors student in NYC and I've been babysitting and tutoring kids of all ages for 7 years, throughout High School and College. Comfortable with pets, housekeeping/organizing, cooking, and errands too! CPR and first aid certified; fully vaccinated.
Destre can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Natalia F.
5.0
Natalia is responsible and dependable. I had the opportunity to used her services and I'm very satisfied. She loves kids, she was very sweet with my baby, and I felt comfortable to leave my baby with her. I really recommend her, if you are looking for someone to take care of your kids, she is a...
- Carolina R.
Carlie V.
5.0
Very pleasant and energetic. Children seem to love her! She likes to engage them in activities instead of parking them in front of the television. We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old.
- Viktoria W.
Lisa B.
5.0
Lisa watched over my 7 year old son after school. She was great: genuinely enjoyed playing with him, kept him busy with both indoor and outdoor activities, and addressed with him calmly and positively his misbehaviors. She is respectful and open-minded of established routines. The only reason we are...
- Caroline D.
Angela C.
4.0
Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and it's only been a couple weeks!...
- Elizabeth R.
Jacqueline J.
5.0
Jacquie was one of the most wonderful caretakers we've ever had. She was extremely proactive, always wanting to help out wherever possible and truly going above and beyond expectations in every situation. She was warm and nurturing with our children, always coming up with creative ways to play with...
- Danielle O.
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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 York, NY?
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 72 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 York, NY?
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 York, NY. 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 York, NY 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 $23.13.
Ratings for New York, NY mother's helpers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Mother's Helpers in New York, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 72 listed mother's helpers.