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Laura B.

Law Student Student With Significant Childcare Experience Available For After-school/weekday Jobs

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
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...
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Crofton, MD

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Hannah, and I'm a current student at the University of Maryland. Growing up as the oldest of three, I naturally took on a caregiving role, which led me to start babysitting at 13. Over the past seven years, I've had the joy of caring for children from ages 0-16, and my favorite part is watching each child...
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Experienced Childcare Pro: Creating Happy, Safe Spaces!

Hyattsville, MD

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Fatmata! I'm a certified CNA with CPR/First Aid certifications and over 8 years of experience caring for children ages 4 months and older. I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for kids, and I love being a mother's helper. I understand how valuable extra support can be for parents balancing...
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"You'd Be Such A Great Mom" - Everyone I've Ever Met

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I'm a full-time federal employee with time, energy, and loyalty to spare. My strengths (and joys) are organization, tidying and keeping a clean home, and sticking to routines. As the oldest of four, I've been the de facto "third parent" for most of my life, and have supervised, engaged, and nurtured younger siblings...
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A Fun, Yet Responsible Caretaker.

College Park, MD

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi Everyone! I graduated from UMD and seeking work while searching for a full time job. I have around 12 years of experience from being a mother's helper to having nannying experience, and have worked with a broad age group (3 months - preteens). I can help with pets, Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am an art major so...
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I'm Sophie! 24 Year Old Howard County Native And University Of South Carolina Graduate :)

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I started working with kids when I was around 11 years old! I was a mother's helper when I was younger, and as soon as I was old enough to start babysitting I did! I spent summers babysitting full time, helped with pickup and date nights during the school year, and most recently worked as a kids counselor at a dude ranch in...
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Very Flexible, Fun, Creative And Friendly (and Very Responsible)

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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...
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Child Caregiver & Mom Helper

Annapolis, MD

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$15/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I spent almost 6 years at the Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert in Rancho Mirage, Ca. From 2008-2014 where I had extensive experience with children. I wore many hats during my stay there. Gallery Manager, Field Trip Coordinator, Junior & Adult Volunteer Coordinator, Camp Director for 5-9-year-olds & Mrs Claus. I was...
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Arlington, VA

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a cheerful, positive, and respectful person who genuinely enjoys working with children of all ages. I have several years of experience as a nanny. I have also worked at French Maternal School as an administrator, replacement, and aftercare school helper. I also worked at Washington International School. I am 36 years old...
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Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Hello! My name is Princess . I'm currently a Health Science student at Northern Virginia Community College and a future Dental Hygiene student at Virginia Commonwealth University. I have a passion for working with children and love building meaningful bonds with them. I've gained valuable experience as a coach counselor at Rich...
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Fun Artistic Momma For Hire!

Arlington, VA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as charming, caring transparent. I like working with kids because kids are fun/ funny make me laugh. I like being a caregiver and a teacher because the experience is rewarding for me. My ideal job will allow me to babysit in my home, I have a toddler and babysitting allows me to still be with her...
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Babysitter/Nanny

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Adele and I currently live in AU Park in NW DC. I grew up in Bethesda, Maryland, so I am very familiar with the DMV area! I am looking for part-time childcare jobs either during the day, after school, or evenings. I currently freelance for marketing agencies and make my own schedule so I have lots of...
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Washington, DC

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Molly and I am a 26-year-old public health professional, living and working in the DC area. I have over 15 years experience as a part-time nanny, babysitter, and mother's helper. I am comfortable with little ones, elementary school age, and teens. I am also willing to help with meal prep and other tasks as...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
12 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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!...
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Hyattsville, MD

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Red and for 20+ years I have had the honor of watching & taking care of little humans. I am a magical multi faceted Mary Poppins! I step in, bring harmony, love, support and co creation wherever I go! Need someone to help/make dinner for your little ones, teach them ABCs to advanced studies, make sure they...
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Alexandria, VA

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$23/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Diana I'm seeking a full-time, part time nanny position Babysitting in ALEXANDRIA/ Arlington I have a passion for working with children and babies, providing a safe, warm, nurturing, and engaging environment for them to thrive in. I'm flexible and always happy to help. I'm pet friendly About me: Experience 8...
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Child care

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
-Hi! I'm Sarah, and I am 18 years old. I grew up in Ohio, and I am an incoming sophomore at Ohio state. I recently moved here and would love to find a summer nannying/babysitting job! -I am Red Cross CPR certified. I have experience in coaching the little lion runners club at my elementary school, the exceptional Olympics...
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About Me!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
11 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
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...
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Part-time Caregiver/Household Helper

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Currently looking for a cooking/household helper position! I'm a huge proponent of scheduling and staying organized. I have experience cooking meals, running errands, doing pick-ups and drop-offs for other families, and enjoy that just as much as nannying because I feel I am able to bring a different type of value to my...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Crofton, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My first job was caring for 2-year-old twin boys the summer I turned 16. Since then, I have been a mother's helper and babysitter for friends, neighbors, and coworkers whenever they needed someone. I've cared for children, ages 2-months to 13-years-old. I don't have any kids of my own but I love taking care of them, educating...
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  • 49 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 5.0

FAQs for finding a mother's helper

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.

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 Upper Marlboro, MD. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.

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 $19.00.

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