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I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I started as a mother's helper to my aunt and still babysit her kids today.
In the past I babysat my little brother when my mom went back to work.
I have experience watching multiple kids of different ages as well kids with special needs.
I enjoy interacting with kids, doing...
Reily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alyssa R.
Holmes, NY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alyssa, I'm a second year graduate student studying Psychology.
I have worked as a mother's helper, a babysitter, and a tutor for students in a classroom setting and one on one with students with disabilities.
I love animals as I have 4 of my own! I have worked with children as young as 10 months and as old as...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"Alyssa really worked well with my sons and always went the extra mile to help us out around the house."
Samuel H.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Meghan and I am a licensed practical nurse. I would like to start nannying while going for my bachelors of nursing. I have 8 siblings and was a mother's helper since I was 8 years young. My younger brother has Down's syndrome so I have experience with special needs.
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! I'm Emma and I'm recent grad from Brown, home for the summer in Hopewell Junction. I started as a babysitter and mother's helper in my early teens and have worked in childcare ever since: nannying for my neighbors, working as a paraprofessional for high schoolers with special needs, leading camping trips for younger...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
I have over 4 years of experience and love art and implementing that into activities. I know basic first aid and CPR. I try to limit TV and other electronics. I love teaching basic developmental skills. Some areas I could help with: Cleaning, cooking, laundry, traveling, some homework help, potty training, and bottle feeding. I...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Emily for a nanny position. She was personable, an excellent and clear communicator, with good experience and strong references. In the end, we made a difficult decision and picked another provider, but I would encourage anyone looking for child care...
Katherine O.
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate reliable woman seeking a part time position as a companion/assistant/helper. I will run errands, shop, drive you to appointments, meal prep/cook etc.
I am organized, efficient and have a great driving record along with wonderful references.
I am also very flexible and can be available on a regular...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"I have known Susan for many years and she is a very responsible and reliable woman. She is such a "people" person and makes everyone feel at ease. She helped with the care of my parents and was wonderful. They loved her. She has a gentle, caring spirit that is...
Paula 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Not only am I an experienced caregiver, I am a mommy to 2 amazing boys !
I completely understand what it means to be able to leave your child - your most precious treasure in someone else care and proceed to work knowing that they are in good hands.
It's not easy finding someone who fits perfectly into your family. But, here I...
Janira can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aside from being a nanny, Janira is a caring mother to her wonderful son. She treats every single child in her care as her own. She is dependable, caring, motivated, and experienced. I have know Janira for over 12 years, and seen her in both a personal and...
Nicole C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kate and I have been a babysitter for approximately 12 years now. I have always loved kids and started as a mother's helper at 12, and then began babysitting from there! I have experience with kids of all ages ranging from 2 months to 13 years.
I graduated from Penn State in 2019 with a major in Public Relations and a...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate babysat for my extremely energetic boy over the summer and was amazing! Reliable, on time, super engaged, joyful, energetic, and all around fantastic. Lots of great ideas for fun things to do and very trustworthy and reliable with regard to safety. Your family...
T S.
Hi, my name is Katie! I've graduated from Kent School and Rumsey Hall School. I have been babysitting for eight years now, and have gained experience with kids of all ages, with up to four at a time, including twins and kids with special needs. I have worked in a variety of titles, including mother's helper, babysitter, nanny,...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashley C.
Pleasant Valley, NY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have worked at a summer camp for 2 years in a row, I have babysat kids from my church, I have worked in a daycare, I also was a mothers helper at one point too for a little while. I have a child of my own and I absolutely love children and love working with them.
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Megan C.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I have 10 years of experience. I grew up with two younger brothers and have always enjoyed helping out around the house and taking care when needed. For several years I have been a babysitting/mother's helper and absolutely love children. I have no problem with helping out around the house with some housekeeping, as well as...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
During my years as a nanny, I have learned I have an unwavering love for children and a willingness to help! I have worked with children as young as 6 months and as old as 12 years old. I graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh with my B. S in Psychology and minor in Childhood Development. I am currently a night student at Pace...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jasmine A.
Highland, NY
$15-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have over 21 years of experience of working with children ranging from infants, newborns, toddlers, preschoolers as well as children and adults with disabilities like ADD, ADHD, autism, children with food, and sensory issues. I am First Aid and CPR certified in infants, children and adults. I have a 18-year-old daughter, a...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Sonia A.
Kent, CT
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Family Daycare Provider Enthusiastic About Early Learning.
I'm currently seeking flexible hours within reasonable distance as a caregiver and/or mother's helper. I also have experience with companionship for seniors. My skills include but are not limited to, office management and/or personal assistant administrative tasks.
I've worked across all age groups to keep the individuals in my...
Sonia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Rebecca G.
Brookfield, CT
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun Energetic Babysitter Looking For A Nice Family To Help Out!
Hi! I am Rebecca. I am 22 years old and in the nursing program at Western Connecticut State University. I have been babysitting for 5 years, and was a mother's helper before that for as long as I can remember. I have worked in daycares, summer camps, and for individuals families. I am comfortable working with children of all...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
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
I'd describe my personality as lovely, respectful, responsible.
I like working with kids because they are creative , lovely
I'm looking for a job that I can work and do fun things a job that I can enjoy
I started working with kids when I was taking care of my siblings and cussing at home and when I work in preschool as a...
Christina N.
Wappingers Falls, NY
$40/hr • 20 yrs exp
My first job was as a mother's helper when I was 10 and I have been babysitting, nannying and eventually teaching ever since. I have my Master's in Elementary Education, am knowledgeable about childhood development from birth to teenagers, and have experience nannying full and part time for numerous families. I am patient and...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been caring for children of all ages since I was 13. I started as a mothers helper and eventually started babysitting and nannying part time for a few different families. I am fun, outgoing, responsible, reliable and flexible. I am 19 years old and am currently attending college as a nursing student. I am looking for a...
Hallie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Poughquag, NY
Alyssa R.
5.0
Alyssa really worked well with my sons and always went the extra mile to help us out around the house.
- Samuel H.
Emily R.
5.0
We interviewed Emily for a nanny position. She was personable, an excellent and clear communicator, with good experience and strong references. In the end, we made a difficult decision and picked another provider, but I would encourage anyone looking for child care to consider Emily.
- Katherine O.
Susan G.
5.0
I have known Susan for many years and she is a very responsible and reliable woman. She is such a "people" person and makes everyone feel at ease. She helped with the care of my parents and was wonderful. They loved her. She has a gentle, caring spirit that is evident from the moment you meet...
- Paula M.
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.
Janira M.
5.0
Aside from being a nanny, Janira is a caring mother to her wonderful son. She treats every single child in her care as her own. She is dependable, caring, motivated, and experienced. I have know Janira for over 12 years, and seen her in both a personal and professional setting. She holds herself to...
- Nicole C.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Poughquag, 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 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 Poughquag, 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 Poughquag, 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 Poughquag, NY in December, 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 $17.00.