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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Warissara I'm 29 Years old.
I'm looking for full time position start in July 2025
- I have 6 years experiences with newborn baby, toddler, teenager and also experienced with twins.
Arts and crafts, kids meals, bottle feed, baths, read, naps, set up play dates, kids laundry, light housekeeping, and anything...
Warissara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hi families! My name is Taryya, I am 23 years old and I am looking for a short-term, Monday-Thursday nanny job. I have 4 years experience as a nanny and 5 years as a babysitter. I also have experience as a teacher's assistant, personal assistant, and mother's helper. I have worked with ages ranging from 3 months to 13 years old....
Taryya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do.
My son is special needs and Taryya worked wonders with him. She is carrying, patient and very kindhearted.
Congratulations to the family...
Tyesha P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm Victoria, a passionate and dedicated childcare professional with 14 years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I started my journey as a mother's helper at 12 years old and have since honed my skills in caring for multiple children, including those with special needs.
What sets me apart is my...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My daughter likes spending time with her. She is also great with dogs. She really does a great job with my daughter. She started watching her around 10 months - she is almost 2 now. I feel safe leaving my house, daughter, and dog in Victoria's hands when I go out."
Jill Y.
5.0
(1)
One of my most fulfilling accomplishments in life was to raise two boys who have become polite, well adjusted young men. There is nothing more important to me than that. I understand that your children are precious to you and would be my honor to help you watch over them. I have many years of experience with newborns, toddlers...
Lorraine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very caring! The children loved her"
Donna B.
5.0
(1)
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, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Leticia M.
Parsippany, NJ
$15-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hello! I'm Leticia, 31 yo, Brazilian and I have college degree! I have more than 5 years experience with kids from 3mo to 12yo. I have always loved to be around kids and take care of them! I also take care of dogs and I love to see how they interact with children! Here, I was trained and had the experience living with children!...
Leticia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leticia would be a great addition to your family! She helped take care of our children for about 15 months. Our children love her dearly and still ask about her. She drove them to and from school and activities, played with them, arranged play dates and did any...
Jessica P.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience working with children in various spaces. I have also worked w/ children on the spectrum. I am an honest, patient, creative & organized childcare professional. I incorporate age-appropriate activities such as tummy time, reading, music, sensory & cognitive play as substitutes for screen-time....
Robin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Robin is so warm and kind - our toddler took to her right away! She's clearly very experienced and comfortable around children. We're so glad to have her in our circle of caregivers."
Amarylis B.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Blake V.
Glen Ridge, NJ
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, confident, and charismatic
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old as a mothers helper!
In my spare time, I like to read, play lacrosse, shop and hang out with my friends!
Blake can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hello!
I am from the Dominican Republic
I am 27 years old.
3 years of experience as nanny in Dominican Republic + 2 years as Au pair in USA
Communicative, flexible, patient, honest, dedicated, empathetic, social, respectful, and independent person, I am very easy to get along with and responsible.
Strong driver - NJ and...
Ligia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Hannah! I'm a graduate of Montclair State University with a biology degree. As I am navigating post grad life and trying to get a job in clinical research. I also happen to be a very experienced babysitter and dog walker. I offer babysitting, mommy's helper, dog walking, and overnight pet sitting services. I would...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as I am like a big kid.
I like working with kids because Because they come out with different games and ideas and lot of their imagination
I'm looking for a job that I can be a big kid
I started working with kids when I was 18 or 19 don't remember maybe younger cause I had family I knew while I...
Tracy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
I started babysitting when I was 13 years old and prior to that was a mother's helper for several years. I have watched children as young as 6 months old to kids as old as 13. I change diapers, feed the kids, clean up any messes made, play with them, and make sure they have everything they need. I am an experienced yet fun and...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Hello! My name is Meredith and I am currently a Junior at Elon University. I have babysat and taken care of pets for about six years (throughout high school and college). I truly love being creative and imaginative with kids while making sure they take care of their responsibilities. I have a car and could run errands and help...
Meredith can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Parents,
I'm looking for a part- time or full time position.
I over 10+years of childcare experience with all ages.
I'm fun and creative. I love outdoor actives, I also like cooking, doing puzzles, drawing, reading, playdates, hide and seek, etc.
In my time with the kids I am always willing to estimulate their...
Anyi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...
Alissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates their time together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy babysitter."
Jonaliza C.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hii! I am looking to babysit kids as they make me happy and fulfilled. Caregiving has been a part of my day-to-day life for a long time and I love it. I find so much joy in being a child's positive mentor. Working with kids makes me happy and fulfilled. I enjoy creating a fun and safe environment for kids with games, crafts, and...
Saniyiah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alyssa L.
East Hanover, NJ
$23-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi!
I'm a 25-year-old soon to be registered nurse. I have a past degree in Biology and soon will have my Nursing degree.
I have been babysitting in a variety of capacities for the past 9 years.
I have been a full time nanny for an infant, a part time nanny for a family with 3 boys under 5, a mother's helper for a newborn,...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Delaney and I am currently seeking a part time position preferably Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
I love being outdoors and doing fun activities. I am comfortable with meal prep, homework help, and light tidying up. I have a background in first aid and CPR as I previously attended nursing school before changing...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents - I am available some weekends and I am offering my help to organize your kiddos closets, ei; switch season clothing or reorganize.
As well as to organize the art room or play rooms. Etc
Feel free to dm me or comment and we will connect
Ty!
I also am available some nights or weekends to take on some extra hours...
Kenia can also help with: Swimming supervision
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Short Hills, NJ
Taryya E.
5.0
Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do.
My son is special needs and Taryya worked wonders with him. She is carrying, patient and very kindhearted.
Congratulations to the family that get her in their home.
- Tyesha P.
Victoria P.
5.0
I highly recommend Victoria as a top-notch babysitter. She is incredibly flexible with her schedule and always goes above and beyond to accommodate our needs. Her communication skills are superb, and she always keeps me informed of any changes or updates.
What I appreciate most about Victoria is how...
- Care member
Lorraine D.
5.0
Very caring! The children loved her
- Donna B.
Emily C.
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.
Leticia M.
5.0
Leticia would be a great addition to your family! She helped take care of our children for about 15 months. Our children love her dearly and still ask about her. She drove them to and from school and activities, played with them, arranged play dates and did any tasks related to their care.
- Jessica P.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Short Hills, NJ?
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 Short Hills, NJ?
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 Short Hills, NJ. 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 Short Hills, NJ 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 $25.00.