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I have nanny/care experience dating back to my teenage years. Right out of high school I was a live-in nanny for two years. After that I have continually cared for children all over Kitsap County.
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Five years ago I started working with a family with 3 young boys: their youngest was 3 months , middle child was 2, and the oldest was 4. It was a busy household but what made this relationship work for 5 years was great communication, me being flexible- especially during the pandemic , and the amount of fun we all had. The kids...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Miss Kim is simply amazing with children! She has a wonderfully positive personality, and our kids absolutely love her...they even beg us to have more date nights so they can spend more time with her."
Adam B.
Lauren A.
Seattle, WA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate House Assistant, Nanny, And Mother's Helper Looking For 1-3 Days A Week Work.
5.0
(2)
Lauren is a highly experienced and dedicated nanny with over 10 years of experience in childcare. She is a graduate of the University of Washington, where she earned her degree in Communications. Her passion for childcare began in her early years, her parents traveled and Lauren was essentially raised by Nanny's. Now years...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was great with my 1 year old son. She is very dependable and happily followed our preferences for his upbringing. She took him on daily excursions and helped shape his cognitive development with Spanish and other teaching methods that we provided. We happily...
Brooke O.
Isabel D.
Seattle, WA
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
As a nurturing, creative, and experienced caregiver, I am passionate about fostering a safe and engaging environment for children to thrive. With over six years of experience in childcare, I am skilled at caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens.
My journey into childcare began at a young age when I...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jannet Lyn G.
Seattle, WA
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
House Manager/Nanny/Mother's Helper/Caregiver/Personal Assistant Available
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My previous experience are as follows:
- Loving, nurturing toddler care, including changing diapers of small children, planning and preparing meals and snacks.
- Supervising baths for older children, dressing children appropriate to the child's activities.
- Cleaning and washing up after children's meals.
- Planning and...
Jannet Lyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have worked with Jannet for over three years. She cooks delicious meals for us and helps out with other household needs. We do not know what we would do without her!"
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5.0
(11)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
My goal with each child I care for is to build a trusting relationship with them and positively influence their lives. I strongly believe that the adults in a child's life play a crucial role in their emotional growth.
I aspire to be an extension of the family by relieving stress for parents and providing peace of mind when...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liz was amazing with my girls, and they loved having her watch them. They have been asking if she can come back again. Liz was very punctual and communicative. I would absolutely hire her again."
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Cristina W.
Federal Way, WA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Nanny/Mother's Helper/Babysitter Available Full-Time/Part-Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nurturing comes naturally to me. I love helping kids learn and be creative, fueling their imaginations in positive ways. I've spent the past 7+ years providing daytime care for children. Personally, I have a background in both Attachment Parenting and Magda Gerber's RIE style child care techniques, along with home...
Cristina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cristina is great at reading the kids and making sure their needs are all met. Reliable and trustworthy,Cristina is an outstanding helper! "
Melissa E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I work primarily with infants and toddlers. I am comfortable with feedings/snack time, naps, and encourage educational and stimulating activities.
I completed my undergrad in Sociology, with an emphasis on family systems, reproduction & child development. I am happy to answer any questions you have for me.
I am currently...
Anzra can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Legendary.
We put Anzra into a hard situation. Last season cancellation - kids she had never met — a tough situation.
She is a true pro. We can’t wait to book her again. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Logan and I am interested in helping take care of your children .
I have lots of experience working with children from the time I was in 6th grade. I worked as a helper at my synagogue and was also a teachers aide at my middle and high school. I have babysat and nannied for people for 6 years as well. I love...
Logan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Logan is wonderful! We were looking for someone to help out and play with our daughter. She is super fun, energetic, creative, and kind. She takes precautions with COVID. She is present and thoughtful with our daughter. She is a great person and a fantastic...
Kara F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rebecca and I'm a 24-year-old Seattle native. I graduated from Chapman University in 2022, and have been pretty much full-time traveling since. I've spent the past two summers running the kids program at a dude ranch in Colorado, and traveling by backpack around the world during the off seasons. I'm back home in...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was hired as a live in nanny on a 3 month contract. Rebecca not only met but exceeded our expectations. We have very challenging schedules and it never phased her. Rebecca embraced our lifestyle and immersed herself in the position and the local...
Miranda A.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with kids of all ages! I have worked with kids aged 1 months to middle school in a variety of situations including babysitting, church nursery as well as camp counseling and swim instructing (Ages 3-11). I have also had experiences working with multi-children families (up to 4).
Marina can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been nannying since I was in High school, and before that I would watch my three younger brothers. I have about 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have experience housesitting, petsitting, and dog walking. I am an avid traveler and love meeting new people!
Karina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 36 yo Seattle based nanny with 19 years of full-time professional childcare experience. I have extensive newborn experience, including multiples and preemies. Mainly I have private nanny experience but also worked as the lead infant teacher at a daycare, caring for up to 4 infants at once. I am comfortable with WFH...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I helped care for my nephews from age 2months to 2 years, I also have my own little ones ones is 5 and a 4-year-old. Im a happy, reliable, and a kind person. I love children and I cant wait to make your life easier! Im signing up for this to help out with the bills while doing something I enjoy! Thank you for your...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Roxanne R.
Seattle, WA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
My first job was as a mother's helper when I was 10 years old, and did child care off and on throughout high school and college.
My most recent experience includes ski instruction for kids as young as 7 with cognitive and developmental disabilities.
Roxanne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Mckayla C.
Seattle, WA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Outgoing, Energetic And Loving Sitter That Will Always Work Hard To Make The Family Safe And Happy!
Hi there! My name is McKayla and I am searching for a part time care job. I am a pediatric registered nurse, CPR/PALS/NRP certified, bilingual in Spanish, and passionate about kids. Additionally, I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. With that being said, I have cared for neonates all the way through teens. I am an...
Mckayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maclaren C.
Seattle, WA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I am an older sister and I have worked with kids my whole life. Getting to watch them grow up and be a positive influence is one of the most rewarding things that I have experienced as I have nannied for over 3 families for the past 5 years.
I started working with kids when I was 14 years old....
I started my experience with child care when I was around 12, as a "mothers helper", where I took care of two kids (ages around 2 and 5) while their family worked on their farm. As I got older I spent a lot of time babysitting for several different families. I have experience with kids between 2-9. I volunteered as a dance...
Jules can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a current university student pursuing a major in Sociology, and I am home for the summer. I am flexible, reliable, and excited to get to work! I have several years of babysitting different families of usually multiple children as well as spending lots of time with my two nephews and niece. I also have worked in childcare,...
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
I am a single stay-at-home mom, I also home school my 7yr old son. My son will be with me on the job, I do understand your kid is my priority, my son is well mannered, well behaved, polite, if anything he will want to help me more than anything, he is such a great little helper. I have cared for kids for about 15+ yrs, from...
Marie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Port Orchard, WA
Kimberly K.
5.0
Miss Kim is simply amazing with children! She has a wonderfully positive personality, and our kids absolutely love her...they even beg us to have more date nights so they can spend more time with her.
- Adam B.
Lauren A.
5.0
Lauren was great with my 1 year old son. She is very dependable and happily followed our preferences for his upbringing. She took him on daily excursions and helped shape his cognitive development with Spanish and other teaching methods that we provided. We happily recommend her to other families...
- Brooke O.
Jannet Lyn G.
5.0
Jannet has been an absolute blessing for us. She has been with our family for about two years now and helps us in various capacities. We are a family of four and a fur baby, and with two little kids and busy lives, we need all the help we can get.
As a house manager, Jannet is fast, efficient, an...
- Care member
Elizabeth B.
5.0
Elizabeth is awesome! My kids liked her and we would definitely hire her again!
- Heather W.
Cristina W.
5.0
Cristina is great at reading the kids and making sure their needs are all met. Reliable and trustworthy,Cristina is an outstanding helper!
- Melissa E.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Port Orchard, WA?
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 Port Orchard, WA?
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 Port Orchard, WA. 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 Port Orchard, WA in November, 2024?
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 $15.00.