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I grew up taking care of my younger cousins along with my goddaughter. I was also a teachers assistant at a couple day cares professionally for about 3 years. Ive been a mommy helper/nanny for 2. 5 years now. Im currently a Pt nanny during the evenings but I have availability during the mornings and early afternoon on most days.
Leann can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently between jobs in NYC. I have experience in the Fashion Industry but prior to this and graduating college I babysat for 5 families. I have been a nanny and a mothers helper for ages ranging from 5 months old to 10 years old. On top of this I was a tennis camp counselor with a focus on the 5-7 age group. I would love...
Angela can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and...
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Maria R and I am looking to work with a family as childcare helper . I have many years of experience taking care of newborn, toddlers, infants and school kids.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is a very compassionate person. She loves children. Because my son has special needs, specific care and attention was required for his safety. Maria attended to his needs with patience and understanding. She is also a great cook. So, she took care of me a few...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started caring for children when I was younger as a mothers helper and continued until I started to drive than I became a nanny gaining a lot of experience throughout these 8 years. I have cared for all ages and am able to do transportation to their activities.
Robyn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Robin is wonderful. Our six-year-old son enjoyed having her as part of the family so much that he constantly invited her to hang out with us when she was not working. For example, he invited her to come and get a Christmas tree with us. She was considerate enough...
Amy N.
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate, creative and attentive student looking to care for kids ages 6+! I have experience as a Mother's Helper in which I ran errands and did light house work for two different families, and have experience working with children. I have nannied kids ages 6-8 and worked at a group home where I worked with children...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Melanie was amazing with my two children (ages 8(m) & 6(f))
Her calm and patient demeanor makes for an excellent nanny/ babysitter for children of all ages, but especially ranging from 5-18. She has excellent manners, speaks properly and calm. She interacts,...
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Camilla B.
New York, NY
$28-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Experienced Care Taker, Excited For This New Role
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as welcoming, warm, and creative.
I like working with kids because they inspire me! I love being able to play with them and be silly. Over the years, I have been able to see them grow older and see how their minds grow.
I'm looking for a job that keeps me active. I am a jewelry designer by day and...
Camilla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Camilla took great care of my three boys. They were all happy staying with her. We will definitely hire her again!"
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Livia B.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Sitter With RIE, Reggio, And Montessori Training Looking For Part-time Work!
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience working with children as a babysitter, camp counselor, and preschool teacher. I worked as a Teacher's Helper at the Brooklyn Heights Montessori School, and at Growing Seeds, a preschool in Portland, Oregon, which trains all its staff in RIE and Reggio philosophies. I love working with children,...
Livia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I've been using Livia three days per week to watch my now one-year-old for over six months and she is fantastic. She was actually a replacement for a previous nanny who was awful and we could not have been more pleased!!. Livia is very kind, easy-going, and...
Joanna Z.
Kudirat H.
New York, NY
$27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. My references show me to be responsible and reliable, caring and calm, and always willing to help out wherever needed.
Over the years, I have been a regular helper for a total of nine families. I am confident in my ability to take great care of your...
Kudirat can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had the pleasure of having Kudi care for our children on multiple occasions, and we couldn't be more pleased! She was punctual, reliable, and immediately connected with our kids, making them feel comfortable and happy. She engaged them in fun, age-appropriate...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a graduate student at Columbia University studying Occupational Therapy! I have extensive childcare experience through being a full time nanny for 6 summers and my time as a full time nanny/mothers helper in the fall of 2020 for an 18 month year old boy, 7-year-old girl and 12-year-old girl as their mother...
Jaclyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaclyn is great! She is responsible, a great communicator, and the kids love her!"
Chris B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of childcare experience, many from families I met on Care! You can find many of their reviews on my profile. I have watched children ranging from infants to preteens for over 20 different families. I've been a full time nanny, an after school sitter, a mother's helper, and everything in between! I'm comfortable...
Kylie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kylie was absolutely wonderful with our 3-year-old. We hired Kylie for date nights/afternoons on five occasions and wish we could continue but she moved away! Our toddler absolutely adored her and looked forward to seeing her each time. Kylie was engaged and...
Michelle C.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Carlie! I have over 7 years of babysitting experience and have worked with children of all ages. During college, I babysat for several families in the Chapel Hill area, and I was a family manager for one family, where I took care of their shopping, cooking, and cleaning. I supported this family through the peak of 2020...
Carlie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very pleasant and energetic. Children seem to love her! She likes to engage them in activities instead of parking them in front of the television. We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old."
Viktoria W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I want to be a part of the family and contribute my organizational skills, educational background like a Nanny, Babysitter, Mother's helper. Personal Child care means for me
>provide assistance to the parents.
>Ensure that children are well and helped.
>Responsible for child care and daily task .
>Training on human daily...
Aminta can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Aminta has been amazing with our little boy. She started working for us part-time when my son was 3 months old. Unfortunately, he started daycare full time so we had to part ways. He absolutely loves her. She is dependable, always punctual and very patient and...
Michelle W.
Danyele J.
New York, NY
$30-41/hr • 8 yrs exp
Young Yet Experienced Baby Sitter For Children Of All Ages. Available Weekends And Some Weeknights.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
True Florida girl! I enjoy the beach the pool being in the sun and DIY projects. My passions are worshiping, loving people, volunteering with children in the system, and spending time with family. I enjoy nannying because I pride myself on being a mother's helper! I am very flexible and I adapt very well. I am willing to help...
Danyele can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"My children and I absolutely love her. I would rehire her anytime. Such a sweet person inside and out"
Francis E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Nicole! I have experience babysitting, nannying, organizing and pet/house sitting along with lots of great references to provide.
In addition to child care, I am more than willing to take care of animals. I have my own vehicle and I am familiar with being a mother's helper (doing laundry, dishes, tidying...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole was always on time and very dependable. She learned quickly and was great with the kids. We highly recommend her."
Gita T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Fanny, a mother of two amazing children, aged 8 and 11. I love helping them with their schoolwork and being involved in their education. Outdoor activities are important to me, as I believe children should connect with nature and develop social and emotional skills. I enjoy planning bike rides, park games, and nature...
Fanny can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Fast to respond and such a nice person to interact with. Did an amazing job cleaning the place. 100% would recommend and will hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Caroline. I currently work at a tech start-up and in theatre but am also looking for occasional babysitting opportunities. I have many years of experience working with children in a variety of settings and ages from 4 months old to 12 years old. I used to teach dance, acting, and singing classes to children...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Caroline is my go-to sitter! My kids absolutely adore her, and my son is usually very shy! She is communicative, dependable, and super fun- she knows of so many crafts and non-screen time activities that keep my kids occupied and happy. She came highly recommended...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My first job was child supervision in a recreational center for children. I was homework helper for after school. Once homework was done, I supervised play time either in the computer lab, game room, or in the gym. For two years, I was also a camp counselor for 5 to 8-year-old girls. I would supervise children on various trips....
Toni can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Toni has currently been watching my Toddler for nearly a year.
She is incredibly flexible and has never called out short notice.
Not only that, but on days she isn't around my son routinely asks for her. On the mornings after Toni has watched my son he...
Amanda M.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a Mom of two who truly enjoys helping other families. I form a bond with all the little ones I care for. I am very easy going, patient and always go above and beyond for the families I help. I have a kindergartner and a first grader and am familiar with the virtual learning curriculum. I have experience with multiples...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"There aren't enough words to describe Liz! She was a caregiver and best friend to our son from 5 to 10 months old, a cook and house manager, and a friend to both my husband and I. We trusted her without question, looked to her for advice and enjoyed our...
Lauren D.
Jenna G.
Nutley, NJ
$15-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there :) My name is Jenna and I am a full time NICU RN 3 days a week. I am looking to help out families in need of newborn/child care on my days off. Looking for a family with flexibility due my scheduled shifts varying week by week. Looking to assist a family 1-2 days per week. I specialize in newborn care all the way...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jenna is very patient, caring and loving person. "
Vincenza G.
Destiny J.
Bronx, NY
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hello My name is Destiny I love kids big helper always on time fun out going in college right now. My brief description would be I'm a fun- loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I pride myself on being able to play and act goofy with the kids, yet still have them listen and respect me. I love taking...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Destiny Is So Professional & Caring! I LOVE HER"
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Union City, NJ
Angela C.
4.0
Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and it's only been a couple weeks!...
- Elizabeth R.
Maria R.
5.0
Maria is a very compassionate person. She loves children. Because my son has special needs, specific care and attention was required for his safety. Maria attended to his needs with patience and understanding. She is also a great cook. So, she took care of me a few times as well. I appreciate her...
- Care member
Robyn M.
5.0
We hired Robyn to watch our daughter and she was a great nanny. She was always on time, helped with homework, was very patient, and planned fun activities and crafts. She also helped with house work and took the dog for walks, which was greatly appreciated. I would recommend Robyn to anyone!
- Rebekah M.
Melanie R.
5.0
Melanie was amazing with my two children (ages 8(m) & 6(f))
Her calm and patient demeanor makes for an excellent nanny/ babysitter for children of all ages, but especially ranging from 5-18. She has excellent manners, speaks properly and calm. She interacts, connects and cares for children in such...
- Care member
Camilla B.
5.0
Camilla took great care of my three boys. They were all happy staying with her. We will definitely hire her again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Union City, 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 Union City, 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 Union City, 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 Union City, NJ in April, 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.