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I'd describe my personality as adventurous, warm, and empathetic.
I like working with kids because they are my favorite age to work with! Looking forward to become a pediatrics nurse in a couple years!
I'm looking for a job that encourages the kiddos to grow and develop who they are and of course go on adventures!
I started...
Marie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(36)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a mothers helper and taking care of infants as young as a month old. Also, travel, overnights, or live in babysitter while parents travel or have a stay cation. I love doing arts and crafts and taking children to the park, museums, etc. Currently looking for occasional sitting. Families book me when school...
Tanya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tanya was a wonderful sitter for our nine week old baby girl. She texted us updates and tracked feedings, diaper changes, and sleep. Tanya was experienced and professional, and from the awesomely cute photos she sent we knew baby had a great time! Will definitely...
Caitlin L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am working full-time at a children focused non-profit. I am a DePaul graduate, who has now lived in Chicago for over 7 years. I am looking for additional opportunities outside of normal work hours.
I began babysitting at 13 taking care of two children ages 5 and 8, and their dog through ages 9 and 12. We went on park trips,...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Allison is bright, reliable and fun-loving with our two children. She related to both our son and daughter through play, and always brought a bag of activities she had prepared: homemade play dough, a favorite book of her own, items to hide for a treasure hunt,...
Kristi K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
20 years experience. I started caring children at age 13 and ever since I been a mother s helper. Throughout my life, I found myself either at neighbor s baby sitting or working as a caregiver regularly or on weekends. I really enjoy relationships that I developed with these families as the children grow. It is a joy when a...
Annie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Annie is an angel! I have seen her help people who she knows have nothing to give back. She goes above and beyond the call of duty when it comes to giving back to the community. She has a heart for the people especially women and children. I highly recommend that...
Patricia J.
Guadalupe S.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lupe , I am a professional experienced Montessori educator Woman , I will be so happy to assist you in caring your children . I am a very reliable , patient respectful person who loves to care, interact , play learn with children and enjoys being part of their life. I have worked with children of different ages...
Guadalupe can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lupe has been with us since my daughter was 4 months old and she is now almost two and a half. We have to move out of state for my husbands job, otherwise I would have been with her for many many many years. I cannot say enough amazing things about her. She is such...
Lexi S.
Your children are in safe hands! I know how to entertain, educate and monitor security. Ready for a fun and useful day with them. Efficient house helper with monitoring of order and coziness.
Anastasiia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
I'm a Mom, so I get it and understand the importance of knowing that our kiddos are safe, happy, and healthy while away. I have a Membership at the Brookfield Zoo, DuPage Children's Museum, Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium, if you're okay with activities outside of the home. I would love to see if we would be a good fit...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
A 30-year-old Chicago transplant with over 10 years of experience in childcare, as well as kitchens, I can do it all!
Previously a Mother's Helper, big sister, babysitter, and nanny, my childcare experience checks many boxes. I've cared for not only infants, toddlers, and young children, but also pre-teens and teens.
My years...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a fun, caring, professional and helpful individual. I have worked in the education field for the last 5 years with children ages 3-6. I have experience with special needs (Autistic) children, and children ages 2-15. I am a paraprofessional during the day as my full time career and am looking for additional income on the...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Considering it's summer I am available the whole day till about 6 p.m. I haven't taken care of an infant in a while but I would love to take care of one soon! I have cared for 3 kids at a time, the youngest was 1. I started babysitting at 11 being a mommy's helper and went from there!
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Payton W.
Elmhurst, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Payton ! I'm 19 years old and grew up in Elmhurst! I am a recent high school graduate and will be going to school at the University of Tampa in the spring to study fine arts and new media!
I have been babysitting for a little more than 8 years now and have done everything from just being a mother's helper to...
Claire L.
Westchester, IL
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Claire, I live in Westchester and I have been in childcare for 7 years now. I have been a babysitter, a nanny, and a mother's helper. I have my own car, drivers license and a clean driving record. I have experience with babies, toddlers, preteens, multiples and twins. I am comfortable with cats and dogs (for the...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a patient, fun, and caring person with passionate energy for kids. I have been babysitting since age 13. In high school, I was a mother's helper to a family of 7 kids (ages 2-12) where I helped with groceries, play time, and homework. During college, I volunteered at a day care for infants aged 6 weeks-18 months. I have...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have worked with children since I was 11. I started out as a mommy's helper then went into babysitting and even ran my own summer camp in my back yard a few summers ago. I love playing outside or playing games!
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Kate H.
Chicago, IL
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny / Newborn Helper/ Multiples / Animal Lover Available ASAP
My spirit is one that could make even you become your inner child again!
I have over 20 years experience loving others' children: 5yrs as a nanny to 4 under 4, A caretaker for 3 newborns until after 1yr, & experience with neurodivergent children. My favorite experience has been working for S. A. S. E. D w/ visibly impaired...
Kate can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Alicja B.
Oak Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Alicja. I am 40 years old mom, nanny and former teacher helper. I have master degree in teaching/social work. I have 10+ years of experience working with kids.
I am very organized, outgoing person who loves for kids to learn, have fun and taking them places :)
If you are interested my person and have any...
I have 2 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have 1 year of experience. My name is Ashley. I am currently a junior at Domincian university, studying nursing. I also am an orientation leader and I'm captain of the women's basketball at my college.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Payton W.
Hinsdale, IL
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Payton. I am a student at a University in New York. I am looking for a summer nanny/ babysitting positions. I will be available through August 15th. I am looking to work with 1 to 3 children. I have been driving for over 3 years and have a clean driving record. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I...
Payton can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Jasmine G.
Oak Lawn, IL
$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Growing With Ms. Jas: Nurturing Young Minds With Passion And Purpose
Hey Hey!
I'm Ms. Jas, happy to introduce myself. Passionate about nurturing young minds, I foster a love for learning and exploration.
With a childcare and education background, I bring enthusiasm and creativity to every interaction. As a former summer camp director and English teacher in Asia, I've worked with children of all...
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep
I like working with kids because it's incredibly fun; I hardly consider it a job!
I started working with kids as a mother's helper when I was 10 years old, then I progressed from occasional gigs to becoming a summer nanny.
In my spare time, I like to read, play piano, watch movies, and take walks outside.
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Riverside, IL
Tanya S.
5.0
Tanya is your girl! She was every bit of amazing. We hired her through Care.com because we were traveling to Chicago for vacation. She put my mind at ease with the first phone call. She was more than we could have asked for, our girls enjoyed their time with her. And, her picture updates created for...
- Alex M.
Allison B.
5.0
Allison is bright, reliable and fun-loving with our two children. She related to both our son and daughter through play, and always brought a bag of activities she had prepared: homemade play dough, a favorite book of her own, items to hide for a treasure hunt, colored bubbles, etc. The fact that...
- Kristi K.
Annie K.
5.0
She takes excellent care of whomever she works with.
- Lashunda S.
Guadalupe S.
5.0
Lupe has been with us since my daughter was 4 months old and she is now almost two and a half. We have to move out of state for my husbands job, otherwise I would have been with her for many many many years. I cannot say enough amazing things about her. She is such a great person and I know my...
- Lexi 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 Riverside, IL?
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 Riverside, IL?
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 Riverside, IL. 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 Riverside, IL 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 $17.00.