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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
(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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!!! Thank you so much for viewing my profile. My name is Lucy. When I was younger, I was a mothers helper for a couple of families and it gradually turned into babysitting when I was just 12. I currently still babysit for these families one of whom has 5 children including a newborn, a toddler and an autistic child. I am...
Lucy can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lucy is AMAZING!!! I hired her to pick up my two children and take them to aftercare at a nearby daycare facility. I couldn't be happier with her kindness, punctuality and flexibility. She never missed a day picking them up. I can always rely on her (even when...
Jessica F.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Renee, I am reliable, organized and a non-smoker that loves taking care children of all ages. I have extensive experience and can assure you I will take care of your child as if my own. I am presently a full-time nanny/house manager for a wonderful family (please see my weekend availability schedule) I will do...
Renee can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Renee is so great! She is so natural with our baby and can easily soothe and comfort her. I was very nervous leaving our baby the first few times but Renee has me totally at ease and I know she's being well taken care of. I'd highly recommend Renee!"
Erin K.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jenna is very patient, caring and loving person. "
Vincenza G.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I experience babysitting, cooking, cleaning, driving various types of automobiles, working in schools and more. I enjoy all crafts and games, indoor and outdoor. I am working towards my Masters in Education for grades 7 to 12 in Special Needs. I like to be clean, have fun, and help out! I am also flexible with hours and pay. I...
Alivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Alivia was awesome! She handled our crazy school pickup system beautifully and took care of my boys at our home after school until I arrived from work. We are looking forward to her coming back again soon!"
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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
(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 was my 5 year old's babysitter, and as a mother I believe she's absolutely fantastic. She's not only very smart, gentle, patient, punctual and tidy, but she will encourage your children to be creative and basically happy. She is also very professional, as...
Renata A.
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, travel, craft assistance
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
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
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)
Hi families! My name is Taryya, I am 23 years old and I am looking for a short-term, Monday-Thursday nanny job. I have 4 years experience as a nanny and 5 years as a babysitter. I also have experience as a teacher's assistant, personal assistant, and mother's helper. I have worked with ages ranging from 3 months to 13 years old....
Taryya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do.
My son is special needs and Taryya worked wonders with him. She is carrying, patient and very kindhearted.
Congratulations to the family...
Tyesha P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Paula, 29 y. o, I'm from Colombia, and I would love to share about my experience as a Nanny, Au pair and babysitter. I'm very passionate about my work and flexible and compassionate. In my free time I will be running, visiting with my friends or developing a new hobby!
QUALIFICATIONS
- Former Infant Qualified Au...
Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paula has been a wonderful caregiver to our 6 month old son. She has a lot of experience caring for babies, and it shows! She is very intuitive, engaging, and loving with our son, and he is always happy in her care. She is responsible and communicative. I highly...
Dana I.
Leticia M.
Parsippany, NJ
$15-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hello! I'm Leticia, 31 yo, Brazilian and I have college degree! I have more than 5 years experience with kids from 3mo to 12yo. I have always loved to be around kids and take care of them! I also take care of dogs and I love to see how they interact with children! Here, I was trained and had the experience living with children!...
Leticia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is such a good nanny! Really patient, she loves to entertain the kids and play! She also cooks very well, and I had a great experience with her taking care of my baby! I can say: she is a special person"
Thamires F.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaclyn is great! She is responsible, a great communicator, and the kids love her!"
Chris B.
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 great! She's very attentive, loving & caring with kids."
Charlie M.
Experienced and responsible babysitter with over 18 years of experience. Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while prioritizing children's safety and well-being. Trusted by parents I am wiling to help you.
Renata can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nurse assistant
CPR holder
Health sciences student
Experience as nanny, I can provide references!
I live in flushing NY. English/ Spanish speaker
Julieta Giselle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have worked with children for 25 years:
- mother's helper/babysitter in high school
- nanny throughout college and beyond
- elementary school teacher for the last 8 years
I have experience working with infants up to 15 years of age
Responsibilities have included:
Pick up from school/activities/vacation homes
Light meal...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Gabriella A.
Nutley, NJ
$20-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm Gabriella and I am a third-year, fourth-grade teacher in Summit, NJ. I have been working with children in many different capacities such as a mother's helper, babysitter, teacher, and tutor since I was in high school. As a caregiver, I describe myself as patient, energetic, and responsible. I'm available to either...
Gabriella can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ella! I am a college student at NYU pursuing my BFA in musical theater! I love children, as I have been a mommy's helper/ babysitter since I was 11! Before moving to college, I was a children's dance teacher for 3 years! I am very outgoing and love to do crafts, dance, go on adventures and play games! Let me...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Wayne, NJ
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
Lucy S.
5.0
Lucy is AMAZING!!! I hired her to pick up my two children and take them to aftercare at a nearby daycare facility. I couldn't be happier with her kindness, punctuality and flexibility. She never missed a day picking them up. I can always rely on her (even when adding a day at the last minute)....
- Jessica F.
Renee R.
5.0
Renee is so great! She is so natural with our baby and can easily soothe and comfort her. I was very nervous leaving our baby the first few times but Renee has me totally at ease and I know she's being well taken care of. I'd highly recommend Renee!
- Erin K.
Jenna G.
5.0
Met with Jenna for an interview and decided to hire her on the spot. Her communication was great and she was very well mannered during the interview. Looking forward to having her help me with my son!
- Teresa D.
Alivia A.
5.0
Alivia was awesome! She handled our crazy school pickup system beautifully and took care of my boys at our home after school until I arrived from work. We are looking forward to her coming back again soon!
- 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 Wayne, 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 Wayne, 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 Wayne, 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 Wayne, 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 $15.00.