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My name is Hayley and I am a mother of two beautiful girls (6, 8yrs). I'm a reliable caregiver, with a spotless driving record, I love kids, and pets of all kinds. Do you need someone to help with light housework, cooking, grocery shopping, etc? I'm your helper!
Hayley can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Sophia R.
Medford, MA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I recently moved to Massachusetts this past summer after graduating with a B. A in psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Originally from New Jersey, I have been working with children for around 10 years. I have been an official babysitter/nanny/mother's helper for around 8 years. I moved to...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Sophia initially for the summer of 2018 to watch our then 8 month old son during the day while I worked from home. She quickly became our go to babysitter for EVERYTHING. She is always punctual, phenomenal with our son, interactive, sweet and caring. She...
Frencesca T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With me, I can make sure your children are safe, comfortable and having a good time! As a reliable babysitter, I will always put the needs of your children first. I started off being a mother's helper when I was very young, worked in a daycare in high school, babysat/nannied through college, and am now picking up babysitting...
Tess can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tess did some dogsitting for our two old puppies and she did amazing. Tess was responsive, respectful, and really caring with our dogs. I would definitely hire Tess again! "
Care member
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, i'm Beth. I'm a fun loving, cookie baking, arts and crafts making type of nanny! I have been working with children for over 13 years now. While I attended school I was a teacher's helper in a preschool classroom for 4 years, as well as taking multiple child care classes. After I graduated I continued to work in...
Bethany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Beth is an amazing babysitter/nanny! She took care of my premature infant twins who are now three. She is very flexible and able to accommodate different schedules. She always made sure that each baby was fed, changed and happy! Beth played with them and most...
Jamie C.
4.9
(58)
Hired by 40 families in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Shinelle. I'm originally from the Caribbean but have reside in Massachusetts for the past 20 years. I am a part of a large extended family and have assisted in raising several nieces, nephews and cousins from birth all the way through elementary school. I have firsthand experience raising children from infancy...
Shinelle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Excellent care for our 4yo tot. Respectful and communicative to a fault!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 58-year-old, retired CPA. I now can add mothers helper, caring for infants to school aged Children, Senior Companion, personal assistant and a dog sitter. I love the families I assist with whatever their needs are, I am fun loving, up beat, dependable and kids and adults love me. I come with excellent references....
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Linda has been a part of our weekly rotation for about a year-watching our daughter 2 afternoons a week and often more as needed. She started when R. was about 9 months old. R. can be a very tough critic but she warmed up to her quickly. Linda is fun, gentle,...
Lisa G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Jennifer. I'm 26 years old and I'm originally from Colombia. I have a degree on chemical engineering in Colombia, I'm attending to Bunker Hill for biomedical engineering. I have experience with kids of all ages. I have babysat since I was 15 years old. I am very active and responsible person. I do speak...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer took care of our 9-month old daughter at the time. She is kind, caring, and responsible. She occasionally helped taking care of my 5-year old son too. My kids absolutely ADORED her, she plays and entertains them while takes good care of them. She's also...
Nayyra F.
Andressa S.
Everett, MA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience with children and teenagers, cleaning houses. I can sleep at work and stay on weekends, I am looking for a family home to work as a domestic helper. I have experience with children, food care and education. I like animals. I do not speak fluent English, but I am willing to work with Americans and I can...
Andressa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Parents/Guardians,
My name is Rue (Roo) Romero, I am a 20-year-old Somerville High School graduate. I have worked as an Assistant Teacher for the afterschool program in Somerville and as an after school care giver. I'm looking for temporary, part-time, or when-needed childcare work or as a family helper. I have training in...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
My name is Izabelle, I am 27 years old. I moved recently to Abington. My first language is Portuguese and I am open to teach Portuguese and Brazilian culture for the kids. I've been a babysitter for many years for all ages! I was an au pair of 4 kids during 2 years (ages: 7, 5, 3 & newborn). I worked in a school being a helper...
Izabelle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Julia G.
Somerville, MA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Julia and I've been working with kids of all ages for over 5 years as a babysitter, coach, and camp counselor. I'm currently studying Child Development and Psychology and hope to go into the field of education in the future. I truly love spending time with kids and immersing myself in their games, activities, and...
I'd describe myself as kind, outgoing, and patient.
I like working with kids because kids are everything that is good, they're sometimes messy and chaotic but they're also honest, kind, and curious.
I'm looking for a job that will allow my own child to tag along if necessary for one off or date night jobs or for consistent...
Nicole A.
Malden, MA
$25-38/hr • 3 yrs exp
Good Helper, Great Cook And Love Kids , Fun Sitter,Smile Creator
Hi, my name is Nicole, I love to take care of children, I like to play, to make food for them, to go out for walks, to learn new games and more! I really guarantee that I take very good care of your child.
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Erica C.
Lexington, MA
$28-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have babysat children of many ages starting as a mothers helper. I then progressed into nannying for a child with skeletal muscular atrophy along with babysitting for children with ages ranging from infant to pre-teen. I now work at a nursing home as an admissions director.
Aisling L.
Somerville, MA
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, kind and sensitive.
I like working with kids because they are whimsical and creative. Their imagination is limitless and helping them grow and develop into their own person is the most rewarding job out there.
I'm looking for a job that
I started working with kids when I was in...
Aisling can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hello! My name is Mar (they/them). I've been taking care of kids since I was a mother's helper at age 9. It's important to me to meet kids wherever they are and follow their lead with what they're interested in and comfortable with. I like to cook and can help with meals. I have a driver's license and my own car.
Mar can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Melanie N.
Somerville, MA
$24-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Fun Sitter, Caregiver And All Around Helper For Families In Need
I have 9 years of experience. I am currently an RN in Boston. I love to babysit/ was a nanny prior to nursing school. I also love to help out for those in need of a caregiver. I can help with every day needs, travel, remote learning and carpooling.
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a single mother of two incredible boys in their teens. On my days where my boys are at their father's house I have some extra time to help out. I run a successful photography business and read a lot. But I also nannied through college for a family of four kids including triplets. I am patient, mellow, like task oriented...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hi, I am a 20-year-old college student at Fairfield University. I am currently a junior studying psychology with a minor in education and health studies. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and volunteered at my local pre school during high school. During the summers I work as a preschool teacher. I am available as a date...
Lillian can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
Hello! I'm a college senior with one year of babysitting experience and two years or experience as a summer camp counselor. I have a natural ability to connect with kids, creating a comfortable environment where they feel like they can be themselves. Playing board games, doing puzzles and crafts, and spending time outside are my...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Reading, MA
Sophia R.
5.0
Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again.
- Chase M.
Tess J.
5.0
Tess was wonderful! Took great care of our 1.5 yr old, played with him for hours! Definitely recommend!
- Care member
Bethany N.
5.0
Beth is an amazing babysitter/nanny! She took care of my premature infant twins who are now three. She is very flexible and able to accommodate different schedules. She always made sure that each baby was fed, changed and happy! Beth played with them and most importantly gave them the hugs and...
- Jamie C.
Shinelle M.
5.0
Excellent care for our 4yo tot. Respectful and communicative to a fault!
- Care member
Linda C.
5.0
Linda is so wonderful! She has been with our family for nearly 2 years, and will continue on a need basis. My kids adore her and I know she feels the same about them. Linda is a little bit of everything to us - reliable, caring, helpful, funny, creative, flexible, trustworthy and kind! Any family...
- Dana M.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Reading, MA?
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 Reading, MA?
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 Reading, MA. 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 Reading, MA 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 $45.00.