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60 mother's helpers are listed in Valley Stream, NY
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 10 years
Mother's helpers in Valley Stream, NY
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & 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
(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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & 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
(1)
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, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
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.
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
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
(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, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Emily and I am currently relocating to NYC! I have been working with kids for about 15 years and started working with kids when I was 12 years old as a mother's helper. Since then, I have: babysat, interned at an elementary school, worked as a lifeguard for 6 summers, student taught in Rwanda, Africa, and taught...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liz is so fun and passionate while taking care of our son. It's such a joy to hear his constant giggles when he's with her. She comes up with creative games and figures out ways to distract him when he is upset. We hired Liz during the pandemic, and we were...
Francisco V.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
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
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Destiny Is So Professional & Caring! I LOVE HER"
Care member
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & 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,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been a devoted and reliable nanny with 12 years in childcare. I have both long-term and short-term experience with children of all ages ranging from newborns to pre-teens and teens. I bring a high energy to all nanny jobs and supply loving care while making sure to meet disciplinary and educational goals for each child. I...
Anne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anne is incredibly professional, responsible and caring. She has babysat for my two boys since they were babies and I trust her completely. She has taken care of them overnight and helped with homework and meals. They are now 10 and 13.
She also helped with...
Jennifer B.
5.0
(3)
I am a well educated, hardworking, sincere and compassionate woman with a deep appreciation for family and the responsibilities that come along with caring and help others. After completing a bachelors of Visual Design at university in Colombia, and to work as a Visual Designer, I decided to look other opportunities and views of...
5.0
"Natalia is responsible and dependable. I had the opportunity to used her services and I'm very satisfied. She loves kids, she was very sweet with my baby, and I felt comfortable to leave my baby with her. I really recommend her, if you are looking for someone to...
Carolina R.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jaclyn is great! She is responsible, a great communicator, and the kids love her!"
Chris B.
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping.
Babysitting or elderly sitting.
Have a car. Very punctual. Been working in the special education field for the last 27 years.
I love to help.
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience with my siblings and would like to continue (professionally) to save up for college. I can help with light housekeeping, errands, child care, etc.
Annura can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I'm a mom myself, my son is now 23 and thriving. I understand how hard it is to find good, trusted help these days. If you are looking for someone to simply care for your child as you would, please contact me.
Janaya can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person with over 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum supervision is required. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a supervised, safe, and stable environment for your little...
Keri can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been working as Youth Specialist at a center for families and children for 16 years. Working with children is my passion. Before becoming youth specialist, I acquired experience as a babysitter with children with special need at Home Helper agency. Looking forward to providing you with the best service and following your...
Luisana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Sarah F.
New York, NY
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I started working with children when I was 15; I lived with my oldest sister, who was 28 and was pregnant with her first child. I learned the true meaning of "it takes a village," & even prior to the birth, I understood my role in her life was to be as helpful as possible; no matter how little the gesture, it truly made such a...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Valley Stream, NY
Caroline L.
5.0
Caroline was an excellent babysitter we would definitely hire again. Caroline watched our 4mo ("A") while we attended a wedding -- and she was our first non-family babysitter for A since he was born. She was communicative leading up to the job, and very punctual. We asked her to meet A a week ahead...
- Leslie S.
Nicole S.
5.0
Nicole is not only a great babysitter, but a gifted organizer!
- Niti T.
Carlie V.
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.
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.
Kylie M.
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 interacted with our son the entire time...
- Michelle C.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Valley Stream, NY?
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 Valley Stream, NY?
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 Valley Stream, NY. 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 Valley Stream, NY in March, 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 $23.00.