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60 mother's helpers are listed in Riverdale, MD
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 4 years
Mother's helpers in Riverdale, MD
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with children from 12 months to 12 years of age. I am fun, energetic, organized. I assist children with their daily tasks, and I help with light cleaning. I have CPR certified, as well as FIRST AID, and ASLS. Nursing background. Fluent in Spanish.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Suleika is absolutely fantastic. She is great with my 2 boys (5 months and 2 years) and is so patient. She was always punctual and understanding of any schedule changes. I wish it could of been a long term fit."
Amber E.
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a caring, responsible 25-year-old with a flexible schedule. I graduated college with a degree in music education in 2021, and am pursuing my Masters of Music in trumpet performance. I teach private trumpet lessons, as well as a group piano class at Friends Community School in College Park. I am looking to earn some...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria is WONDERFUL! Our little guy had no problem waving goodbye to dad after she got settled in. She checked off all the boxes: nap, eat, PLAY! So grateful to have connected with her"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have worked with kids for about 6 years now. I have always enjoyed interacting with children. I enjoy listening to them create fanciful stories that I could never think of on my own. I also enjoy reading, playing sports and going outside with them. My favorite thing to do is have the child or children try to teach me a...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalie was a fantastic camp counselor! She was positive and energetic, and the children loved her. She was punctual, helpful, and fun to work with. She was intuitive, often thinking of things before I did. "
Sue O.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 47 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I've just completed my Master's in Physiology from Georgetown University and am studying for the MCAT with plans to apply to medical school next summer. I bring a wealth of experience, as a former college track athlete, gymnastics coach, and community coach for Girls On The Run.
I live in D. C. with my bichon...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"An absolute professional. She was willing to conduct an interview over video chat before babysitting for us and made us feel absolutely comfortable. This was the first time I’ve ever had anyone babysit my 6 & 4 year old boys so I was naturally nervous. The boys...
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Leah K.
Washington, DC
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Leah, and I've loved looking after little kids since I was old enough to walk. I'm choke save certified and have basic first aid training, and thanks to my experience as a veterinarian's assistant, very comfortable around and caring for pets. I have also worked as a camp counselor and mother's helper, and I am fully...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah watched our 3 year old twins M-F for the month of June this year while my husband and I worked from home from my parents' place. We are so extremely grateful to have met her. She was always on time (early, in fact!) and great with the kids. She has a great...
Rashmi S.
Jasmine Y.
Upper Marlboro, MD
$15-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
An Energetic And Motivated 19-year-old College Student Looking To Offer Help In Anyway Possible.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jasmine, and I'm a 21-year-old in my last semester of college. If I had to summarize my personality in three words, they would be loving, dependable, and trustworthy. When I was approximately 9 years old, I began working with children. Initially, I worked as a mother's helper, assisting with housework and...
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jasmine is really a sweet person. She is very polite and I like the good example she sets regarding attitude and education. She makes your children feel really loved and comfortable. They have so much fun with her. I know my kids are in good hands when she sits for...
Marcie R.
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:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have the highest recommendation for Yesenia R. who has cared for our twin sons since they were 4 months old, for a total of 1.5 years.
Yesenia helped us immensely as first-time parents and conducted herself with professionalism, excellent childcare skills,...
Francisco H.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, 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
(39)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I have been a early childhood teacher for a long time! I like working with the young students. I also tutor students from pre-kindergarten thru 2nd grade! I look forward to meeting your student!
I'd describe my personality as Excitement, Encourager, Helper
I like working with kids because I can help them be...
Alicia can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"What can I say about Ms. Alicia ? We hired her for a corporate event to watch staff and clients' children. Not only did she manage 7 children of varying ages and temperaments with ease, but she also had all of them smiling! She showed up like Mary Poppins with a...
Anna N.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Avalon was sweet, energetic and fun with my 5 year old daughter. My girl is very shy and Avalon had her out of her shell in no time. Avalon is an absolute grown-up and I could see her confidence, maturity and leadership qualities which put me at ease since we had...
marni K.
Hello! My name is Enya and I am a new grad from Howard University. My experience babysitting has equipped me with comprehensive childcare knowledge, enabling me to effectively support families as a mother's helper. I have also previously been a math/reading tutor. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to provide any assistance...
Enya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I am a hardworking professional with over 10 years of experience in the Early Childhood Education field. I have experience as a Lead Teacher, Mother's helper, and Nanny. I am passionate about helping families while nurturing and educating our future.
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Quinn P.
Washington, DC
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of hands-on experience, I am passionate about fostering a safe and stimulating environment for children to flourish. I started out at 12 as a mother's helper, babysat my way through high school and college and most recently I was an Au Pair in France and cared full time for a family with...
Quinn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Hello! I am a bright and caring nanny seeking to provide quality childcare, be it long-term or last-minute. I am experienced with children of all ages, including babies, children with special needs, and with domestic assistance for busy families. I am a terrific tutor, delightful cook, efficient home organizer, graceful parent's...
Rozelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Hi, My name is Paola. I am currently a part time intern in DC and I will be obtaining my degree from UC Berkeley in the Fall. I would describe myself as caring and independent. I have been babysitting and since I was 14. Being a nanny became my main job throughout college. My duties have included pick and up drop off from school...
Paola can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 8 years of childcare experience, with children ages 3 months to 13 years, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the role. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Art from Gordon College, along with licenses in Elementary Education (grades 1-6) and Art Education (grades 5-12), and 3 years of teaching...
Linzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello! My name is Adele and I currently live in AU Park in NW DC. I grew up in Bethesda, Maryland, so I am very familiar with the DMV area! I am looking for part-time childcare jobs either during the day, after school, or evenings. I currently freelance for marketing agencies and make my own schedule so I have lots of...
Adele can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Paige (she/her) and I am so excited for the opportunity to get to know your family.
I have over 8 years of loving, quality experience in child care. From starting out as a mother's helper, to being a camp counselor and now camp director, to a part-time nanny/ babysitter, I have gained many skills over the...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
I have 5 years of experience. Including being a mother's helper for some time, babysitting families in my town, and caring for my 2 younger siblings while growing up. I'm a college student so I'm comfortable helping kids with any and all school work, as well as just having a fun time with them or helping around the house. I am...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Riverdale, MD
Suleika R.
5.0
Suleika is absolutely fantastic. She is great with my 2 boys (5 months and 2 years) and is so patient. She was always punctual and understanding of any schedule changes. I wish it could of been a long term fit.
- Amber E.
Kessley J.
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 again.
- Melissa J.
Maria C.
5.0
We have two 16-month old, high energy boys and needed a couple of weekdays covered so we could work. Maria was fantastic with the boys and jumped right in with minimal preparation. We will definitely hire her again and would highly recommend her to other families.
- Kathryn M.
Natalie B.
5.0
Natalie was fantastic! Would definitely rehire again, and in fact tried, but she was already booked because i waited too long. My 1.5 year old daughter was sent home from daycare with fever. Natalie was a trooper. Our house was recently under renovation, so we had very few books or toys. Natalie...
- Val P.
Alexis S.
5.0
Alexis did a great job helping to care for my two young boys (a 3-year-old and 7-month-old)! We hired her for a long shift (~9 hours) to help entertain and take care of both of them, along with their grandmother. Alexis was great with the kids AND grandparents. With our toddler she played games,...
- Elizabeth O.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Riverdale, MD?
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 Riverdale, MD?
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 Riverdale, MD. 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 Riverdale, MD 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 $20.00.