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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am working full-time at a children focused non-profit. I am a DePaul graduate, who has now lived in Chicago for over 7 years. I am looking for additional opportunities outside of normal work hours.
I began babysitting at 13 taking care of two children ages 5 and 8, and their dog through ages 9 and 12. We went on park trips,...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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"Allison is bright, reliable and fun-loving with our two children. She related to both our son and daughter through play, and always brought a bag of activities she had prepared: homemade play dough, a favorite book of her own, items to hide for a treasure hunt,...
Kristi K.
Kayla I.
Lombard, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am looking to hire a mother's helper. I have an infant. I am not looking for a job. Please do not look at my profile to hire me, as I am not interested in being hired as a caregiver.
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nannying isn't a job to me, but an extension to my life I so much enjoy to work with children. I have 10+ years as I am the oldest of 3, I've always been mommas helper. I have experience from newborn to teen. I will work on reaching your child's milestone most importantly while having fun!
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
Hi, I'm Olivia!
I have babysat small children from ages 3 and up in their homes and I have been the "errand runner" being a mother's helper. I also have taught children at theater camps from ages 3 and up - so I have worked with large groups of youth as well.
Pictures are of me with the main boys I nannied, in Los Angeles.
I...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Your children are in safe hands! I know how to entertain, educate and monitor security. Ready for a fun and useful day with them. Efficient house helper with monitoring of order and coziness.
Anastasiia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Considering it's summer I am available the whole day till about 6 p.m. I haven't taken care of an infant in a while but I would love to take care of one soon! I have cared for 3 kids at a time, the youngest was 1. I started babysitting at 11 being a mommy's helper and went from there!
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jamie, I have been working in child care for 12 years. I was recently an K-6th art teacher at a charter school on the west side of Chicago. Prior to this I word as a sleep away camp for two summers as the arts and crafts director, assistant unit director and lead a week long back packing trip for teens. I have nannied for...
Jameson can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Kate H.
Chicago, IL
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny / Newborn Helper/ Multiples / Animal Lover Available ASAP
My spirit is one that could make even you become your inner child again!
I have over 20 years experience loving others' children: 5yrs as a nanny to 4 under 4, A caretaker for 3 newborns until after 1yr, & experience with neurodivergent children. My favorite experience has been working for S. A. S. E. D w/ visibly impaired...
Kate can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Claire L.
Westchester, IL
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Claire, I live in Westchester and I have been in childcare for 7 years now. I have been a babysitter, a nanny, and a mother's helper. I have my own car, drivers license and a clean driving record. I have experience with babies, toddlers, preteens, multiples and twins. I am comfortable with cats and dogs (for the...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I have 2 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have 1 year of experience. My name is Ashley. I am currently a junior at Domincian university, studying nursing. I also am an orientation leader and I'm captain of the women's basketball at my college.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Alicja B.
Oak Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Alicja. I am 40 years old mom, nanny and former teacher helper. I have master degree in teaching/social work. I have 10+ years of experience working with kids.
I am very organized, outgoing person who loves for kids to learn, have fun and taking them places :)
If you are interested my person and have any...
Hello! I am a newly graduated registered nurse and have loved children since I've been growing up. I have medical experience taking care of children within my clinical experience and am now a Pediatric Nurse. Aside from that, I have spent many years working with children, from being a tutor, a child life developer, a babysitter...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with all ages between daycares, preschool, high-school, and nannying/night nannying for over 10 years; my area of expertise is newborn-2 y/o.
I have multiple types of childcare certifications, first aid and CPR certs.
I've nannied for children with: ADD, ADHD, OCD, autism, delayed physical/mental/emotional/speech...
Teresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Payton W.
Hinsdale, IL
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am looking for a summer nanny/babysitting positions. I will be available through August 8th. I am looking to work with 1 to 3 children. I have been driving for over 4 years and have a clean driving record. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I was a nanny/mother's helper for a 1-year-old the summer of 2022. The...
Payton can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I have experinece as a nanny/ motehr helper for more than 5 years. Specilly with todlerds and yuong kids. I love crafting projects and outdoors activities. I help with laundry, light cleaning, ironing, pet care and shopping.
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Growing up in a big Italian family outside of Chicago, I helped raise my 7 younger cousins from newborn age to teens. I am used to light housekeeping and meal preparation as well as planning activities. I love hanging out with kids which is why I was a camp counselor for 3 summers in Northern Wisconsin at Camp Jorn YMCA. It was...
Francesca can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Julia B.
Chicago, IL
$17-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as creative, empathetic, and outgoing!
I started working with kids when I was 12 as a "mother's helper." I have been babysitting ever since!
In my spare time, I like to try new restaurants, go on walks with my dogs, and try new fitness classes!
A 30-year-old Chicago transplant with over 10 years of experience in childcare, as well as kitchens, I can do it all!
Previously a Mother's Helper, big sister, babysitter, and nanny, my childcare experience checks many boxes. I've cared for not only infants, toddlers, and young children, but also pre-teens and teens.
My years...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Caroline R.
Chicago, IL
$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Terrific nanny/ mom's helper available
Infant qualified nanny seeking a day or night position in Chicago area. Pro with sleep training, naps schedules, breast feeding and bottle transition, tummy time and 6 years of experience helping families and kids.
Loves to plan activities during the summer and whenever the weather...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello there! I am creative, playful, responsible, and empathetic.
I began my career as an Elementary School teacher 13 years ago and nannied full-time for 5+ years - I absolutely adore children! They are so silly and carefree, and I love seeing the world through their eyes.
In my spare time, I like to take long walks with my...
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Oak Lawn, IL?
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 Oak Lawn, IL?
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 Oak Lawn, IL. 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 Oak Lawn, IL 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 $17.50.