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60 mother's helpers are listed in Riverdale, MD
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 4 years
Mother's helpers in Riverdale, MD
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 20 years old and have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. Last summer I was a full time nanny for a family with three children. I was in charge of making meals, running errands, planning activities, etc.
Margaret can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a former high school history and writing teacher turned education rights attorney. In law school, I served as a writing tutor for other law students and worked at a tutoring center for children in elementary school. I have extensive experience in literacy development and even founded a literacy institute at the school where...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi Families!
I'm an experienced Nanny, mother's helper, babysitter and au pair. Working and caring for children is something that I really enjoy and am passionate about. Everything from baking, exploring museums and libraries are activities that I enjoy. I am a Washington DC native and have au paired in Spain in Japan. I am a...
Ruth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Ruby Z.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 12 yrs exp
I have always loved kiddos and started as a mother's helper at the age of 9 (making $2. 50 an hour). I began babysitting at age 13, was a camp counselor to rising kindergartners for 5 summers, and a full time nanny during the pandemic. With over a decade of experience, I possess a passion for all ages, from baby's to big kids!...
Ruby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Sasha, and I was born-and-raised in the DC area. I started working with kids when I was 12, as a "mother's helper" while the parents were in the house. In the decade since, I've gained more and more experience, and I have extensive references as a babysitter, camp counselor, and children's entertainer!
I am a...
Sasha can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Chiara L.
Washington, DC
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Chiara!
I am a 4th grade teacher during the day, with a passion for serving and educating all children! In fact, it was child care and a nanny job all 4 years of college with the same family that led me to my passion for teaching and to the world of education which I now work in! I am located in Washington, D. C. but...
Ecaterina C.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Ecaterina a maternal wellness doula!
I am an empathetic and responsible person that likes to keep life simple and efficient.
I assist families with self-care management and postpartum care by assisting them with creative life skills to help ease the frustration that can occur when adjusting to change.
I support...
Ecaterina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Laura B.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Law Student Student With Significant Childcare Experience Available For After-school/weekday Jobs
I started as a mother's helper for my neighbor and her children who were 4 and 6 at the time when I was 13 and continued to babysit them for 6+ years. I also have experience babysitting for newborns and 2-4-year-olds. Additionally, I worked for 4 summers as a camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds as well as an assistant for...
Laura can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years of childcare experience, both in a professional workspace and in-home babysitting! I love being outdoors, doing crafts, and having fun. I am also happy to help around the home, with car pooling, and trips!
Annaliese can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am excited to offer my childcare services. I have over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages, including 3 years of daycare experience with children aged 18 months to 6 years old.
I have developed a passion for nurturing and guiding young minds. My approach to childcare is based on patience and...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hey there childcare seekers,
My childcare experience spans over a 7 year period; providing care for a variety of ages. I love being active, from playing soccer, having silly dance parties to making creative sensory project; having fun or learning from an experience is a goal I try to achieve. I have been FT with two brilliant...
Imani can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Karen B.
Washington, DC
$18-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
Very Flexible, Fun, Creative And Friendly (and Very Responsible)
Hello! My name is Karen, I am 19 and currently a pre-Nursing major at Towson University. I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I began as a mother's helper at age 12; I would watch my neighbor's 3 young boys while she spent time with her newborn and cooked or cleaned. Since then I have had a stint as a regular babysitter...
Karen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm thrilled to share a bit about myself. Born in Fairfax, Virginia, and raised in DC, I have a diverse background that blends academic achievement with personal passion. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Communication from Marymount University and completed a Master's in Business...
Catherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
John O.
Lanham, MD
$19-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced And Reliable Nanny, Pet Lover And Household Helper!
Hi there! My name is John, and I'm a caring, responsible, and energetic part-time nanny with a passion for working with children of all ages. Whether you need a trustworthy sitter for a date night, extra help while you're at work, or someone dependable when you're running late, I'm here to make your life easier!
Beyond...
John can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Rachael R.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, curious, and upbeat.
I like working with kids because they are curious, funny, and delightful.
I'm looking for a job that I can accomplish outside my full-time hours. I want to earn extra money to pay for my past school expenses.
I started working with kids when I entered...
Rachael can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hanan M.
Takoma Park, MD
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a freshman at UMBC majoring in Nursing, and looking for a summer nannying position or babysitting as needed! I worked in an after school childcare program/summer camp for about a year and a half, until graduating high school. Before and during that experience, I babysat and was a parents-helper. I enjoy arts and crafts and...
Hanan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was wonderful. She is a very caring, responsible and competent. She helped us greatly! I would fully recommend her services."
Anamaria L.
5.0
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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, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Reliable, punctual and friendly."
Miriam L.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a military spouse and a mom to a 6th grader. I can babysit and drive kids to school or any activities.
Andini can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was able to drive our child to school every day for the past couple of years. She was on time, friendly, dependable, and a pleasure to work with. You'd be lucky to have her work for you."
Mark G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am currently studying to earn my BS in Early Childhood Education. I've worked as an infant and toddler teacher, a preschool teacher, a prekindergarten teacher, and Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Aide. I love helping children grasp the fun of learning through innovating games & activities! Also in my eyes, there's nothing...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were very comfortable leaving our boys with Jasmine the moment we met with her. Such a sweet person, attentive and our boys had a ball with her.
Will for sure be using her services again."
Lorri R.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Riverdale, MD
Martha S.
5.0
We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was wonderful. She is a very caring, responsible and competent. She helped us greatly! I would fully recommend her services.
- Anamaria L.
Celina K.
5.0
Reliable, punctual and friendly.
- Miriam L.
Andini B.
5.0
Andini connected so well with our 5yo and 4yo. She always superbly balanced fun filled activities with gentle guidance / supervision. She made picking up of two kids look easy. Highly recommend Andini!
- Care member
Jasmine B.
5.0
Jasmine was so sweet and made sure to keep in touch with me the entire time. We are looking forward to hiring her in the future!
- Courtney S.
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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 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 $20.00.