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Excellent care for our 4yo tot. Respectful and communicative to a fault!
Review for Shinelle M. by Care member
Zoe took care of our son during our three month stay in Boston, as we both had to work. He was 9-12 months old at the time, and we are very…
Review for Zoe S. by Renate S.
Rose was fantastic to work with and looking forward to hire her again to watch our 2 year old daughter. Thank you Rose!
Review for Rose L. by Care member
Mother's helpers in Waltham, MA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience with children's started when I was 15yo and started babysit a adorable little boy for a year to help his mom who was suffering with postpartum depression. I have 2 kids, a 18 yo girl and 13 yo boy my most important experience with kids is be a divorced mom with 2 kids, plus babysit for few years.
Fatima can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm here to help! I'm currently an undergrad looking to do some meaningful work. I'm a high achiever and strive to put my best into everything I do. As a young professional, I'm always looking to expand my skill set, either as a personal or virtual assistant, a caretaker, or just as an extra hand. I'm responsible and dependable,...
Hope can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very experienced mom who has raised four grown children of my own ! I have also been a nanny to an infant/ toddler for 9 years. I have been a nanny for multiple children as well ! I love art and crafts , love to read and play outdoors ! I have tons of energy and I am very loving and nurturing ! I have many references as I...
Darlene can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
"Shinelle is a highly professional nanny. We hired her for two months to watch our 1yo while our regular nanny was on medical leave. Shinelle did a great job seamlessly fitting into our household, from keeping the baby on his schedule to making sure to take him...
Jenna T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Zoe! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 8 years old! (crazy right). I was a helper at my local daycare and learned how to take care of kids from the ages 0 and up. I have been in all kinds of baby sitting positions; nanny, mother's...
Zoe can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoe took care of our son during our three month stay in Boston, as we both had to work. He was 9-12 months old at the time, and we are very lucky to have had her as a support during that time. She is a warm, loving, kind and also very funny person and she was...
Renate S.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
As a career nanny with a Bachelor's in Child Psychology, I have a genuine passion for helping children learn and grow. My two years of experience at a Montessori School have deepened my love for creating environments where children can thrive. I especially enjoy nature walks, sensory play, and arts and crafts, which are among my...
Rose can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rose was fantastic to work with and looking forward to hire her again to watch our 2 year old daughter. Thank you Rose!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love spending time with kids, learning and growing with them! I've been taking care of children since I was old enough to be a "mother's helper." I've worked as a violin and swimming instructor for kids 4-12yrs. I have worked as a lifeguard and have training in CPR and first aid. My most recent position was as a therapeutic...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alex is kind, caring and hard working, she bonded with my baby on day one. She is very easy to work with and open minded. When the baby napped Alex organized the kids room, toys chest and their wardrobe. She was constantly looking for ways to help, I highly...
Sumedha 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Sophia initially for the summer of 2018 to watch our then 8 month old son during the day while I worked from home. She quickly became our go to babysitter for EVERYTHING. She is always punctual, phenomenal with our son, interactive, sweet and caring. She...
Frencesca T.
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
"She arrived early to go over information and communicated well before and after booking. She was friendly and my daughter had a great time with her. We would definitely hire her again, and recommend her to anyone!"
Leesa R.
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old when I started off as a mothers-helper for families in my neighborhood. In addition to working at a small gift shop through high school, I babysat on average one day a week during the school year, and three days a week over the summer. Additionally, my sister, brother and I ran a...
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Finding Eliza was one of the best things to happen to our family during the pandemic. She became an important part of our family for the 3+ months our daughter's school was closed. Eliza is mature, responsible, kind, high energy and fun!!! She was an amazing...
Meagan O.
I have been working in childcare for as long as I can remember. From being a mothers helper at age 10 to a preschool and gymnastics teacher throughout high school, I have always adored working with kids. I go to Santa Clara University and I am studying to be a cognitive therapist. I am CPR certified, eec educated and confident...
I am a single mother of two incredible boys in their teens. On my days where my boys are at their father's house I have some extra time to help out. I run a successful photography business and read a lot. But I also nannied through college for a family of four kids including triplets. I am patient, mellow, like task oriented...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Arianna! I'm a very friendly, positive, energetic person who has cared for children of all ages from toddler to teen. I have a lot of experience in babysitting as I have sat for many different families. I also teach piano lessons, am a teachers helper at an elementary school, and studying to become at teacher; so I would...
Arianna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Erica C.
Lexington, MA
$28-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have babysat children of many ages starting as a mothers helper. I then progressed into nannying for a child with skeletal muscular atrophy along with babysitting for children with ages ranging from infant to pre-teen. I now work at a nursing home as an admissions director.
I was a baby sitter and mother's helper for families around my neighborhood on and off since I was around 14, watching children as young as a few months old through age 13, and often caring for multiple school aged children at one time. I am able to help with basic homework and housekeeping, I love cooking for people, and I have...
My name is Izabelle, I am 27 years old. I moved recently to Abington. My first language is Portuguese and I am open to teach Portuguese and Brazilian culture for the kids. I've been a babysitter for many years for all ages! I was an au pair of 4 kids during 2 years (ages: 7, 5, 3 & newborn). I worked in a school being a helper...
Izabelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, hardworking.
I like working with kids because it is fun. It has always been something I love to do. I enjoy seeing them learn and grow. I plan to be a teacher.
I'm looking for babysitting jobs whether it's a one time thing or a more consistent job.
I started working with kids when I...
Julia G.
Somerville, MA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Julia and I've been working with kids of all ages for over 5 years as a babysitter, coach, and camp counselor. I'm currently studying Child Development and Psychology and hope to go into the field of education in the future. I truly love spending time with kids and immersing myself in their games, activities, and...
Gabi D.
Natick, MA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old, and was a mothers helper for a few years prior. The passed three summers I worked at a Day Camp taking care of campers ages 3-10. My senior year in high school I worked at an after school program at an elementary school in my town.
Gabi can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Christina J.
Sudbury, MA
$26/hr • 15 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was in middle school as a mother's helper, over 10 years ago!
In my spare time, I like to walk my dog
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Waltham, 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 3 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 Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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 $20.67.