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60 mother's helpers are listed in Wakefield, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 5 years
Mother's helpers in Wakefield, MA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 58-year-old, retired CPA. I now can add mothers helper, caring for infants to school aged Children, Senior Companion, personal assistant and a dog sitter. I love the families I assist with whatever their needs are, I am fun loving, up beat, dependable and kids and adults love me. I come with excellent references....
Linda can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Linda has been a part of our weekly rotation for about a year-watching our daughter 2 afternoons a week and often more as needed. She started when R. was about 9 months old. R. can be a very tough critic but she warmed up to her quickly. Linda is fun, gentle,...
Lisa G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Jennifer. I'm 26 years old and I'm originally from Colombia. I have a degree on chemical engineering in Colombia, I'm attending to Bunker Hill for biomedical engineering. I have experience with kids of all ages. I have babysat since I was 15 years old. I am very active and responsible person. I do speak...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hello!
She used to take care of my two kids. She is very kind and lovely. My kids really love her. She is very creative and always keep the kids busy doing fun activities. She speak English and Spanish. I didn't ask her for teach Spanish to my kids, but when I...
Angelica E.
4.9
(58)
Hired by 40 families in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Shinelle. I'm originally from the Caribbean but have reside in Massachusetts for the past 20 years. I am a part of a large extended family and have assisted in raising several nieces, nephews and cousins from birth all the way through elementary school. I have firsthand experience raising children from infancy...
Shinelle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Excellent care for our 4yo tot. Respectful and communicative to a fault!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Julisa and I am 33 years old. I have a variety of experience ranging from daycare centers, after-school programs and high school dorms. I've also nannied for several families, individual as well as nanny shares.
Currently looking to fill a part time mothers helper position. I can help with light cleaning,...
Julisa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Julisa is amazing with my five month old. She always arrives at work with projects in mind to do with him. My son loves being with her and gives her a big smile every time he sees her. When you're a working mom and can't be around your kid all day you really want...
Hayley B.
Sophia R.
Medford, MA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I recently moved to Massachusetts this past summer after graduating with a B. A in psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Originally from New Jersey, I have been working with children for around 10 years. I have been an official babysitter/nanny/mother's helper for around 8 years. I moved to...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia helped us two days a week this year. She picked our two girls up from school, did homework, and helped us to start dinner. She was very dependable and a lot of fun. The girls will really miss her over the summer!"
Brooke F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a reliable, positive, and organized person who has 7 years of experience in babysitting and pet care giving. I'm able to assist your family with travel, chores, educational activities, homework, and more! I love helping kids discover what they are passionate about and helping them explore their interests like my babysitters...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alexandra is very dependable, responds in a very short time frame, and possesses a genuine interest in caring for your child.
She brings positivity, optimism, and confidence in her capabilities so you feel comfortable going out. You don't have to check your...
Kathryn F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With me, I can make sure your children are safe, comfortable and having a good time! As a reliable babysitter, I will always put the needs of your children first. I started off being a mother's helper when I was very young, worked in a daycare in high school, babysat/nannied through college, and am now picking up babysitting...
Tess can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tess was wonderful! Took great care of our 1.5 yr old, played with him for hours! Definitely recommend! "
Care member
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, i'm Beth. I'm a fun loving, cookie baking, arts and crafts making type of nanny! I have been working with children for over 13 years now. While I attended school I was a teacher's helper in a preschool classroom for 4 years, as well as taking multiple child care classes. After I graduated I continued to work in...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Bethany as a possible nanny for our son and spoke with some of her references. They had nothing but great things to say about her and it was clear she is a very loving and responsible caregiver. Our son also loved playing with her!"
Elise T.
Honey B.
Boston, MA
$24/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Are you looking for a fun, loving, and responsible care giver for your kids? Well look no further! Hi I'm Honey! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 12 years old! (crazy right). I grew up around my younger siblings so I learned many valuable...
Honey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Jalynn as a full time nanny for our 6 kids over 3 years ago and she was with us for about 2 1/2 years. The only reason she stopped working for us was because of her moving. We had kids as little as a newborn all the way up to teenagers and she was...
Jessica K.
My name is Hayley and I am a mother of two beautiful girls (6, 8yrs). I'm a reliable caregiver, with a spotless driving record, I love kids, and pets of all kinds. Do you need someone to help with light housework, cooking, grocery shopping, etc? I'm your helper!
Hayley can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Nicole A.
Malden, MA
$25-38/hr • 3 yrs exp
Good Helper, Great Cook And Love Kids , Fun Sitter,Smile Creator
Hi, my name is Nicole, I love to take care of children, I like to play, to make food for them, to go out for walks, to learn new games and more! I really guarantee that I take very good care of your child.
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hope S.
Cambridge, MA
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was mothers helper at the age of 10! I am currently a kindergarten teacher and love helping kids learn and grow.
In my spare time, I like to hang out with my family and friends. I love music, dancing and cooking!
Hello! My name is Mar (they/them). I've been taking care of kids since I was a mother's helper at age 9. It's important to me to meet kids wherever they are and follow their lead with what they're interested in and comfortable with. I like to cook and can help with meals. I have a driver's license and my own car.
Mar can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Emily M.
Somerville, MA
$24/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily! I am planning on moving to Boston the end of August beginning of September! I'm looking for a full time nannying job to start when I move! I have lots of experience with kids and I have great references! I have a several younger cousins that I have always enjoyed spending time with and looking after. My...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello families!!!
It's been years since I started babysitting now, most recently expanding to new clients and different age brackets whom I can put you in contact with!
I love kids, I even did a semester of college for early childhood education. As much as I want to work with kids, schooling just isn't for me.
When working...
Jasmine D.
Cambridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
20-year-old psychology major living in my own apartment in Cambridge. As the oldest of three, I've been taking care of kids my whole life. I had my first job as a mother's helper for a family with a toddler and a newborn when I was 10. I've been babysitting ever since. Throughout my schooling I volunteered with the younger...
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi everyone!
My name is Ryann and I'm searching for a part time babysitting job! I am a kind, gentle and loving person who loves playing and taking care of kids! I'm currently in nursing school looking for some extra money. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience for kids ages from newborn to tweens! I have a clean...
Ryann can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Claire H.
Arlington, MA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Bubbly, Reliable Sitter Looking For Part-time And One of Sitting Opportunities
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a bubbly, trustworthy sitter with 4 cumulative years experience babysitting young children ages 6mo - 8 yrs. Most of my experience is with babies, toddlers, and young children 5 yo and that is my favorite age. I think we can all learn a bit from little kids curious perspectives!
Additionally, I have 2 years...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Julia. I am a 49-year-old professional and mother of two who has cared for and worked with children on and off since I was 12. I spent most of my teenage years and into my 20s babysitting as well as being an assistant infant and preschool helper. In my early 30s, I was a childcare supervisor at a country club...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Andressa S.
Everett, MA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience with children and teenagers, cleaning houses. I can sleep at work and stay on weekends, I am looking for a family home to work as a domestic helper. I have experience with children, food care and education. I like animals. I do not speak fluent English, but I am willing to work with Americans and I can...
Andressa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Wakefield, MA
Linda C.
5.0
Linda is so wonderful! She has been with our family for nearly 2 years, and will continue on a need basis. My kids adore her and I know she feels the same about them. Linda is a little bit of everything to us - reliable, caring, helpful, funny, creative, flexible, trustworthy and kind! Any family...
- Dana M.
Jennifer H.
5.0
Jennifer took care of our 9-month old daughter at the time. She is kind, caring, and responsible. She occasionally helped taking care of my 5-year old son too. My kids absolutely ADORED her, she plays and entertains them while takes good care of them. She's also great in communication, when I get...
- Nayyra F.
Shinelle M.
5.0
Excellent care for our 4yo tot. Respectful and communicative to a fault!
- Care member
Julisa O.
5.0
Julisa is amazing with my five month old. She always arrives at work with projects in mind to do with him. My son loves being with her and gives her a big smile every time he sees her. When you're a working mom and can't be around your kid all day you really want to feel like your leaving them in...
- Hayley B.
Sophia R.
5.0
Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again.
- Chase M.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Wakefield, MA?
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 Wakefield, MA?
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 Wakefield, MA. 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 Wakefield, MA 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.