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Mother's helpers in Royal Oak, MI
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a CPR First Aid certified nanny with over 18 years of experience. I live in Royal Oak. I am willing to practice safety without spreading fear during these difficult days. I have been in charge of a state-run infant room. Although I do prefer to nanny in an individual family. I love playing and reading to children. If you...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Andrea P.
Royal Oak, MI
$18/hr • 20 yrs exp
Mom Of A Special Boy, Child Care Provider, Pet Sitter, House Sitter, Helper In General.
Hello, my name is Andrea! I am a child care provider for several families in Oakland County. I am also an experienced pet sitte, house sitter & house manager. I have experience with many different special needs (my own child has many) & I am certified to provide respite care through the State of Michigan, as well. I have a...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Kirsten L.
Royal Oak, MI
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kirsten. I recently graduated with a B. S. in Biology from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. I am working as an account representative in Royal Oak, MI, and am eager to nanny for children around that area on the weekends! I have over 10 years of babysitting/nannying experience that started about when I was...
Kirsten can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Colleen C.
Birmingham, MI
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and fun.
I like working with kids because they always keep me on my toes. I love working with babies and helping them grow into little people. Being able to see the world through a kids eyes is one of the most rewarding experiences.
I'm looking for a job where I fit in with the...
Colleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen is timely, enthusiastic, creative and patient. She was always willing to go out of her way to help our family. She had responsibilities driving my three boys to activities, managing the schedule, cooking and helping with homework. "
Care member
Gabby M.
Hazel Park, MI
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, there! My career as a babysitter began when my first nephew (who has special needs) was born when I was just 7 years old. From this time on, I was a mommy's helper and this continued on as my sister gave me another niece and nephew. By the time I was 12 years old, I had about a dozen little cousins and my niece and nephews...
Gabby can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabby is the PERFECT house-sitter/dog-watcher around. She took immense care of our home and our yorkie Rio. She is a very respectful and caring individual and I would highly recommend her to anyone going on vacation soon! This is the 3rd time we have used her...
Jakob K.
Provide responsible care for children
Treat all children with care and compassion
Uphold all safety standards
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and orderly room
Maintain a professional attitude, respecting family privacy at all times
Provide enriching educational activities
Lead songs and learning exercises
Provide structure and...
Rosine can also help with: Travel
Hello, my name is Rilea and I'm 22 years old. I am currently seeking a new job as a nanny for up to three children of any age. I have about 4 years experience working in childcare. My first job was working in an afterschool latchkey program for elementary school children. That job then turned into becoming a classroom helper for...
Rilea can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Kellie and I'm looking for full time employment in a babysitting / nanny / mother's helper capacity. I'm the oldest of three children and I started babysitting by watching my brother and sister and then for parents in the neighborhood. I've had experience with children as young as 6 months up until 14 years...
Kellie can also help with: Craft assistance
Mariah A.
Highland Park, MI
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! Im Mariah, I pride myself on being a helper and essential asset to the home. I am very organized and tidy. I enjoy cooking and cleaning and would be open to helping any other way I can such as laundry or running errands. I have a background in performing arts and love to incorporate this into my work with crafts, talent...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Liz!
I am a mom of 3. I started being a mother's helper when I was 10 years old and have been babysitting ever since for friends and family. I love helping around the house and kids! I have a mini van so lots of room for car seats, I do not smoke, I know CPR. I love to go to the library and read. I enjoy going to parks...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm interested in your babysitter opening . im also a mother of 2 . I have a 8 old daughter and a 5 yr old son . I have about 10 years of experience babysitting . I have 4 nephews and 3 nieces in total which gives me a lot of experience handling babies . I love kids and bonding with them. I have also worked in the after school...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Cydney H.
Detroit, MI
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic, Compassionate, And College Educated Caregiver
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Cydney and I am an enthusiastic, compassionate, and fun caregiver! I am 25 years old, a college graduate, and live in the Metro Detroit area. I have an extensive background and experience in childcare. I have worked as a babysitter, mother's helper, camp counselor, daycare worker, and full time nanny. I have...
Cydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Samantha C.
Sterling Heights, MI
$5-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Friendly, Loving Sitter Looking for a Family to Work For!
I am 19 years old, almost 20. I have babysat for various families since I was 12. I started as a mother's helper and as I got older it grew into babysitting almost daily. I have most experience in children ages 3-13. I worked with a few babies, but not younger than a year old. I love children and I love to play. I have no...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children in a daycare/babysitting setting throughout my life. I watched over children as they played while their parents/guardians worked out and took classes at a recreation center in Livonia for 6 years. I also supervised children as they played in the playscape at that same recreational center. I have CPR...
Maureen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Maureen was great with our two kids, always patient and willing to help out with household chores, too. She is punctual and communicative. Maureen went above and beyond for our family. She will be missed!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Experience:** Over 15 years of professional nanny experience.
- **Special Skills:** Proficient in baby sign language, ensuring effective communication with infants.
- **Diverse Experience:** Worked with children with autism, Down syndrome, and diabetes, adapting care and activities to meet their unique needs.
- **Safety...
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"My 6-year-old son refers to Erika as "the really fun babysitter" and he has been asking us when she can watch him again. She was on time, cheery, and kept our son busy all day. I highly recommend her as a sitter and we definitely plan to hire her again!"
Erin F.
5.0
(1)
I was a Disney princess for children's parties 2 years and I have an extensive background in musical theatre. I have a year of experience in a daycare environment. My focus age group was older toddler (2-3-year-olds). However, I have a good amount of experience caring for children outside of that age range as well. I love to...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Allison was my son's lead teacher in the 2 year old classroom at his daycare center. When I say my son has never loved anyone more than her, I mean it. Their bond was immediate. He would wake up in the morning SO excited to see "Miss Allison". She took such...
Kaylin P.
Bridgid G.
Novi, MI
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
My experience in childcare started when I was 11 as a mother's helper. Over the past 10 years, working with children has taken the form of gymnastics coach, babysitter, tutor, childcare worker, and I also have experience working with students inside a classroom.
Bridgid can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for children in many different environments. I have done everything from being a Mother's Helper, Babysitter, Nanny (working both daytime and nighttime hours) in children's homes; to being an Assistant Teacher in a 2-year-old classroom at a Child Care Center and in the 4's Classroom at a...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emily I.
Fraser, MI
$15-26/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior in college at Michigan State University. I am majoring in Special Education. I have been babysitting since 12 years old and a mommy's helper since 8! I am lifeguard certified, a safe driver, love to clean and cook, love crafts, sports, all things Disney, and animals! I am very hardworking. I have been working in a...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is BreeAnn (Bree). I am 24 years old and I have 10+ years of experience with children. I have been CPR/AED certified 4 times, 2 years lifeguard experience and I have a 3-year-old son of my own. I am a great homework helper, errand runner and cooking and cleaning is right up my sleeve. I love to do crafts and enjoy...
Breeann can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Royal Oak, MI
Colleen C.
5.0
Colleen is extremely well qualified and dependable.
- Care member
Gabby M.
5.0
My girls love Gabby! She is reliable, flexible and sweet! So thankful we found her!
- Gina S.
Maureen S.
5.0
Maureen was great with our two kids, always patient and willing to help out with household chores, too. She is punctual and communicative. Maureen went above and beyond for our family. She will be missed!
- Care member
Erika S.
5.0
My 6-year-old son refers to Erika as "the really fun babysitter" and he has been asking us when she can watch him again. She was on time, cheery, and kept our son busy all day. I highly recommend her as a sitter and we definitely plan to hire her again!
- Erin F.
Allison K.
5.0
My oldest enjoyed every minute with Allison and was a huge major help in preparing him to adjust having a sibling in the house, would hire her over and over again!
- Julianna 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 Royal Oak, MI?
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 3 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 Royal Oak, MI?
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 Royal Oak, MI. 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 Royal Oak, MI 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 $21.00.