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5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I began as a mothers helper, and when I was old enough began babysitting. I have been a nanny for multiple summers with a family as a travel sitter. I graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a bachelor's in Food Service Management, and two associate's in...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our children and dogs all enjoyed Jessica. They felt very comfortable with her! "
Natalie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of American University in Washington, DC and am currently working a full time job in the city. With the spare time that I have I would like to help any families that need child-care services!
As a friendly, positive, quick-learning, health-loving, bi-lingual aspiring helper, I would love to spend my...
Shaanti can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts with my children very well and her communication is great. Our family wish her the best of luck."
Candy S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Avalon, and I recently earned my Master of Public Health from The George Washington University. With years of hands-on experience and studying child health in school, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children.
Over the years, I have babysat for numerous families, served as a...
Avalon can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Avalon took care of our 2-3 year old for us for date nights and other occasions. She was great! Our daughter loved her!"
Jacob M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a playful personality and genuinely care about kids. I understand that kids are high energy and constantly on the go and that is why I find them so fun. I am dependable and trustworthy and more than capable of caring for children - as I am by trade an elementary school teacher with over 20 years of experience. I am able...
Celina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Reliable, punctual and friendly."
Miriam L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maya and I recently moved back to NOVA after spending the last two years working with the Denver Broncos in CO. I began my childcare journey as a mother's helper when I was 12 years old, before I could actually babysit on my own. When I was 15, I began working as a Kids Club Counselor at Sport & Health Gym. In the...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"We really enjoyed our experience with Maya! She communicated very well, was prompt, and very enthusiastic in caring for our kids. We highly recommend her help!"
Justin B.
Yesenia R.
Silver Spring, MD
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am an experienced nanny I have taken care of children from ages newborn to 13 years old. I have completed early childhood classes 1 and 2, I learned about child development and milestones in children ages 0 to preschool years. I assisted and observed children in several classrooms, these classrooms included: infants,...
Yesenia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I would recommend Yesenia. She took care of my 4 month old and what I appreciated the most is that he enjoyed spending time with her. Yesenia was aware of feeding and nap times so that he never got to the point where he was frustrated or upset. She offered...
Raquel B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Xhesika C. and I'm a 23 years old female seeking for a babysitting/nannying job near me. A little background story on me: I am 23 years old, a mama to a 3/year-old baby boy and also a college student as well.
I have over 8 years of experience with babysitting since I was 15 years old, with children of all...
Xhesika can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She cared for my two and four year old boys. She was wonderful, she would take them outside to play, read books, made crafts with them daily, and cleaned up after the children. She was always joyful and very kind to the children. Highly recommended."
Joshua C.
3.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Martha and I am looking for work in child care. I have 10 years of experience caring for children as young as 2 months. I have my own transportation and can transport children to and from places as needed. I was recently caring for 2 children full time, but that work has stopped due to the pandemic.
I do not...
Martha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Martha treats my child as if she is her own. My daughter and I love Martha."
Diane G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a kind and hardworking student with a love of children. From being a Mother's Helper, to a one-off babysitter to teaching Baby Ballet for 6 years, I have an immense amount of experience. I've worked with lots of kids with unique needs, and I'm flexible to your family's needs.
I'd describe my personality as helpful,...
5.0
"Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and helps with homework. Kids seem to adore her. I find her to be reliable and dependable. I highly recommend her. I would use her...
Melissa J.
Susan A.
Rockville, MD
$55-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mom Of 3 Self-Sufficient Teens, Ready To Help You Out!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm Susan, married Mom of 3 teens, living in Rockville. As my kids get older and more self-sufficient, I find myself with more time flexibility to add some additional income for our family. And what do I know best? How to take care of kids! My 17-year-old sits also, and the younger two are great mother's helpers and...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Susan has watched our boys twice now, and plan to hire again in the future. Never a worry when we are away. Thanks Susan!"
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nathaly and I am a para educator working MCPS. I have a certificate in the 90-hour course for Early Childhood Education. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old and I love to! I started babysitting on occasions for a family on the weekends and volunteering at a camp in the summer during high...
Nathaly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Nathaly is exceptional: she handled all 3 of my wild kids with patience, kindness, and firmness, while engaging with them on fun art projects and kept them entertained and happy. Nathaly is good at communication, planning, punctuality, and is extremely dependable!"
Zachary H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gia, and I am a current Musical Theatre and Directing student at Marymount Manhattan College who is on a gap year! I have been working in childcare as a mother's helper, babysitter, tutor, and nanny for 9+ years. Additionally, I have years of experience working in a Montessori classroom, and was raised with the...
Giacomina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our 4yo had a wonderful time with Gia and was sad when it was time for her to go. We highly recommend her and look forward to hiring her again!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My main objective is to provide outstanding services by always keeping a safe, fun and loving environment for all family members I get to work for.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
* Full time Nanny
* Part time, Occasional, Emergency, On-Call, Back-Up, Chaperone, Mother Helper, and/or House Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Bathe, change diapers,...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I was apprehensive about hiring someone in my home for the first time, and meeting Gabby changed my whole outlook! She has a great personality, can-do attitude, and I felt instantly comfortable with her. We no longer needed her services when our family situation...
Nadine T.
Hi there! My name is Caroline and I am beginning my Masters at WVU this fall. I have experience babysitting all ages as well as working in day cares with infants.
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Olivia L.
Falls Church, VA
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am a student at Virginia Tech seeking a part-time babysitting/ "Mother's Helper" opportunity. I have 6 years of experience and have strong skills in cooking, organization, planning fun activities, and more! I am passionate about taking care of children in any way, or shape, and I am a trusting person with glimmering...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Abbigail P.
Alexandria, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a lifelong child-magnet, and a responsible & creative nanny. I love baking, drawing, and painting, and would be happy to prepare arts and crafts activities for your children.
I began working as a mother's helper in my church community at the age of 11, and spent many years nannying in my free time. I'm a TJHSST alum and a...
Kathryn K.
Arlington, VA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kathryn, I am 20 years old and looking to be a part time nanny/mother's helper. I have previous experience caring for 2 elementary age children, as well helping out with various chores (laundry, dishes, grocery pickup, returns, etc.). I am a very organized person and also a great learner.
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kyran, I'm from Ellicott City, Maryland living in Silver Spring. I got my bachelor's degree in Psychology (child-psychology focused) from St. John's University in Queens, New York.
I have 10+ years of babysitting experience, and 7 years of nanny experience. I've also worked in a preschool (3 years experience) and...
Kyran can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Gracie B.
Alexandria, VA
$13-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was in late elementary school being a mother's helper until I was old enough to actually babysit.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
It's a pleasure as a care provider taking care of children of all age group even other services to care for pets and senior citizens. I've been a care provider for over 15 years as a babysitter, nanny, mommy/daddy helper, pet sitter, assistant etc. I am a fun loving, energetic person that loves spreading positivity to...
Soraya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Reston, VA
Jessica M.
5.0
Our infant was already asleep when she arrived, but our kindergartner read books with her and she put him to bed. He said she was nice and would like it if she babysat him again. Win!
- Olivia K.
Shaanti N.
5.0
Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts with my children very well and her communication is great. Our family wish her the best of luck.
- Candy S.
Avalon A.
5.0
Avalon was an excellent babysitter for our girls. We hired her mainly for our 1-year old but she also helped us out with our 4-year old when needed. She was always on time, respectful and easy-going. And, best of all our girls loved her! We would hire her again if we still lived in the area. We...
- Care member
Celina K.
5.0
Reliable, punctual and friendly.
- Miriam L.
Maya B.
5.0
Maya did a fantastic job with our girls! She was a great communicator and punctual and our girls loved her!
- Katey T.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Reston, VA?
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 Reston, VA?
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 Reston, VA. 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 Reston, VA in January, 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 $16.00.