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Mother's helpers in Ridgewood, NJ

Lyliana D.


Teaneck, NJ

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter That Loves Kids

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lyliana and I've loved kids since I was at a small age. Being that my sister had children at a young age while I was in high school, therefore, I had to step up and take on the responsibilities of caring for 2 children while attending school. I've learned many motherly things that has helped me a ton while working...
Lyliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I would like to introduce myself by saying that I am an expert nanny with a 10+ years of experience from newborn to adolescents. I love being a nanny because it gives me a sense of accomplishment that I have impacted the growth of these young children beautifully. Being a mother's helper is my main concern as well.
Analiza can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was punctual and responsive. She kept the kids entertained and took good care of them while we were working. "

Catherine C.

Lisa L.


Saddle River, NJ

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Momma's Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a stay-at-home mom for over 30 years, involved in everything in my children's schools from sports to clubs, foundations and charities. Now I am an empty nester looking for meaningful ways to fill my time while helping working parents and their families. I have some tutoring experience, as well as, a few yoga teaching...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Maddie H.


Ho Ho Kus, NJ

$15-23/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi! My name is Maddie. I am 20 years old and am from Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ. Growing up, I have always been a babysitter. My most recent job was as a mommy's helper with infant triplets. I am responsible, fun, and more than capable of providing a safe environment for the kiddos. As all of our plans have been derailed, I have been home...
Maddie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Maria R.


Ridgefield Park, NJ

$23/hr9 yrs exp

Childcare

Hello, my name is Maria R and I am looking to work with a family as childcare helper . I have many years of experience taking care of newborn, toddlers, infants and school kids.
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maria is a very compassionate person. She loves children. Because my son has special needs, specific care and attention was required for his safety. Maria attended to his needs with patience and understanding. She is also a great cook. So, she took care of me a few...

Care member

Paula R.


New York, NY

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Paula

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Paula, 29 y. o, I'm from Colombia, and I would love to share about my experience as a Nanny, Au pair and babysitter. I'm very passionate about my work and flexible and compassionate. In my free time I will be running, visiting with my friends or developing a new hobby! QUALIFICATIONS - Former Infant Qualified Au...
Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Paula is a wonderful childcare provider! She is warm, nurturing, and responsible. I always felt comfortable leaving my two kids (5 and 3 years old) with her. She is also great at helping to tidy up the apartment, which is much appreciated as a busy working mom! "

Jen F.

Jenna G.


Nutley, NJ

$15-35/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there :) My name is Jenna and I am a full time NICU RN 3 days a week. I am looking to help out families in need of newborn/child care on my days off. Looking for a family with flexibility due my scheduled shifts varying week by week. Looking to assist a family 1-2 days per week. I specialize in newborn care all the way...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jenna is very patient, caring and loving person. "

Vincenza G.

Angela C.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently between jobs in NYC. I have experience in the Fashion Industry but prior to this and graduating college I babysat for 5 families. I have been a nanny and a mothers helper for ages ranging from 5 months old to 10 years old. On top of this I was a tennis camp counselor with a focus on the 5-7 age group. I would love...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

4.0
"Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and...

Elizabeth R.

Melanie R.


Astoria, NY

$18-25/hr

Future Creative Writing Teacher

I am a compassionate, creative and attentive student looking to care for kids ages 6+! I have experience as a Mother's Helper in which I ran errands and did light house work for two different families, and have experience working with children. I have nannied kids ages 6-8 and worked at a group home where I worked with children...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Melanie was amazing with my two children (ages 8(m) & 6(f)) Her calm and patient demeanor makes for an excellent nanny/ babysitter for children of all ages, but especially ranging from 5-18. She has excellent manners, speaks properly and calm. She interacts,...

Care member

Dana B.


Jersey City, NJ

$30-42/hr10 yrs exp

The Nanny Extraordinaire: A Professional Approach To High-End Childcare

With over 10 years of experience as a nanny, mother's helper, house manager, and personal/executive assistant, I bring a unique and multifaceted skill set to the table. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Baruch College, I have a strong foundation in effective communication and administrative assistance. My...
Dana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"As a father of twin infant boys, finding the right nanny is critical for our family. Enter - Dana. She’s an A+ nanny that was an asset to our family. She’s enthusiastic about teaching the kids, and works proactively. "

Care member

Lucy S.


West Orange, NJ

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Baby Whisperer

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there!!! Thank you so much for viewing my profile. My name is Lucy. When I was younger, I was a mothers helper for a couple of families and it gradually turned into babysitting when I was just 12. I currently still babysit for these families one of whom has 5 children including a newborn, a toddler and an autistic child. I am...
Lucy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lucy is AMAZING!!! I hired her to pick up my two children and take them to aftercare at a nearby daycare facility. I couldn't be happier with her kindness, punctuality and flexibility. She never missed a day picking them up. I can always rely on her (even when...

Jessica F.

Emily W.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Emily and I am currently relocating to NYC! I have been working with kids for about 15 years and started working with kids when I was 12 years old as a mother's helper. Since then, I have: babysat, interned at an elementary school, worked as a lifeguard for 6 summers, student taught in Rwanda, Africa, and taught...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Lisa B.


New York, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Part-time Sitter Available In New York, NY

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a baby sitter and mother's helper since I was old enough to take on that responsibility, working with families in my synagogue and community, and I was a youth services librarian at Brooklyn Public Library for four years (until 2019). I love playing games with children and helping them learn in a cooperative...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa watched over my 7 year old son after school. She was great: genuinely enjoyed playing with him, kept him busy with both indoor and outdoor activities, and addressed with him calmly and positively his misbehaviors. She is respectful and open-minded of...

Caroline D.

Destiny J.


Bronx, NY

$30-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hello My name is Destiny I love kids big helper always on time fun out going in college right now. My brief description would be I'm a fun- loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I pride myself on being able to play and act goofy with the kids, yet still have them listen and respect me. I love taking...
Destiny can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Destiny is great! She's very attentive, loving & caring with kids."

Charlie M.

Emily C.


Montclair, NJ

$25/hr5 yrs exp

About Emily

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I study child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work. I've worked as a mother's helper, a regular after school nanny, and camp counselor. I have experience working with infants, kids with special needs, and kids with limited mobility, so I'm up for anything! I am a...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in future."

Manasi C.

Danyele J.


New York, NY

$30-41/hr8 yrs exp

Young Yet Experienced Baby Sitter For Children Of All Ages. Available Weekends And Some Weeknights.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

True Florida girl! I enjoy the beach the pool being in the sun and DIY projects. My passions are worshiping, loving people, volunteering with children in the system, and spending time with family. I enjoy nannying because I pride myself on being a mother's helper! I am very flexible and I adapt very well. I am willing to help...
Danyele can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"My children and I absolutely love Danyele. I would recommend and rehire her anytime such a loving, caring and humble person."

Lacey B.

Kudirat H.


New York, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. My references show me to be responsible and reliable, caring and calm, and always willing to help out wherever needed. Over the years, I have been a regular helper for a total of nine families. I am confident in my ability to take great care of your...
Kudirat can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our experience with the babysitter who looked after our children was fantastic. She was exceptional in every way and put our minds at ease about leaving our kids in her care. Her punctuality, flexibility, knowledge, and affection towards our children were...

Tessy O.

Anne H.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny

I have been a devoted and reliable nanny with 12 years in childcare. I have both long-term and short-term experience with children of all ages ranging from newborns to pre-teens and teens. I bring a high energy to all nanny jobs and supply loving care while making sure to meet disciplinary and educational goals for each child. I...
Anne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anne is incredibly professional, responsible and caring. She has babysat for my two boys since they were babies and I trust her completely. She has taken care of them overnight and helped with homework and meals. They are now 10 and 13. She also helped with...

Jennifer B.

Jacqueline J.


New York, NY

$30-50/hr8 yrs exp

Recent Boston University Graduate, Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent law grad from The University of Miami School of Law who just sat for the NY Bar Exam. While awaiting my exam results, I am looking to nanny in the Fall following Labor Day Weekend and would love to be your helper whether it be for your children and/or pets if our needs sync. I have babysat children of all ages...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Jacqueline is an incredibly proactive caregiver and would be an invaluable team member for any family. She is flexible and easy going, reliable and creative, and above all, is engaging and warm with our child. She always maintained an ideal balance of exciting...

Allison M.

Jaclyn M.


New York, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a graduate student at Columbia University studying Occupational Therapy! I have extensive childcare experience through being a full time nanny for 6 summers and my time as a full time nanny/mothers helper in the fall of 2020 for an 18 month year old boy, 7-year-old girl and 12-year-old girl as their mother...
Jaclyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jaclyn is great! She is responsible, a great communicator, and the kids love her!"

Chris B.

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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Ridgewood, NJ

Analiza B.

5.0

She was punctual and responsive. She kept the kids entertained and took good care of them while we were working.

- Catherine C.

Maria R.

5.0

Maria is a very compassionate person. She loves children. Because my son has special needs, specific care and attention was required for his safety. Maria attended to his needs with patience and understanding. She is also a great cook. So, she took care of me a few times as well. I appreciate her...

- Care member

Paula R.

5.0

Paula is a wonderful childcare provider! She is warm, nurturing, and responsible. I always felt comfortable leaving my two kids (5 and 3 years old) with her. She is also great at helping to tidy up the apartment, which is much appreciated as a busy working mom!

- Jen F.

Jenna G.

5.0

Met with Jenna for an interview and decided to hire her on the spot. Her communication was great and she was very well mannered during the interview. Looking forward to having her help me with my son!

- Teresa D.

Angela C.

4.0

Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and it's only been a couple weeks!...

- Elizabeth R.

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