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60 mother's helpers are listed in Westfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 8 years
Mother's helpers in Westfield, NJ
I am a professional who enjoys the simple things in life from church on Sundays to quality time with family and friends. I am dependable, enthusiastic, caring, and hard-working. To me, life is more fun beyond television; I love to read, cook, and bake. I also enjoy walks and yoga. I look forward to supporting vibrant families as...
Cynthia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
I have 7 years of experience with pet and babysitting. I began as a mothers helper when I was younger in 2016 for one family. Shortly afterwards, I began babysitting for another family of three children in my neighborhood on and off from 2016 to 2021. In summer of 2021, I was a sitter for two girls 5 days a week for six weeks. I...
Ella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Arianna and I am going to be a sophomore at Drew University, majoring in Media Communications and minoring in Business Marketing. I have been working with children since I was 15 years old and have experience working with children from as young as a few weeks old all the way up through middle school. I have my...
Arianna can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Dana B.
Jersey City, NJ
$30-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
The Nanny Extraordinaire: A Professional Approach To High-End Childcare
5.0
(2)
With over 10 years of experience as a nanny, mother's helper, house manager, and personal/executive assistant, I bring a unique and multifaceted skill set to the table. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Baruch College, I have a strong foundation in effective communication and administrative assistance. My...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dana has experience with both child care and elderly care in the US, as well as England. She is fun to be around and radiates a caring, positive energy everywhere she goes. She is dependable, trustworthy, and would make a wonderful employee."
Deanna B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent law grad from The University of Miami School of Law who just sat for the NY Bar Exam. While awaiting my exam results, I am looking to nanny in the Fall following Labor Day Weekend and would love to be your helper whether it be for your children and/or pets if our needs sync. I have babysat children of all ages...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Jacquie was one of the most wonderful caretakers we've ever had. She was extremely proactive, always wanting to help out wherever possible and truly going above and beyond expectations in every situation. She was warm and nurturing with our children, always coming...
Danielle O.
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, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Robyn to watch our daughter and she was a great nanny. She was always on time, helped with homework, was very patient, and planned fun activities and crafts. She also helped with house work and took the dog for walks, which was greatly appreciated. I would...
Rebekah M.
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, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
(31)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Raye. I have always worked with children and I love what I do. I started babysitting next door to help as a mother's helper. I went on to care for children in my neighborhood, in the local YMCA, other child care centers, and a daycare as a Teacher and Substitute for five years. I have 3 children and a Maltipoo dog...
Rachelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Raye took care of my 10-month old son for a few weeks when I was in between childcare. Raye was wonderful with my son managing his schedule with ease and playing with and interacting with him all day. You can tell that she definitely is very experience with...
Caitlin C.
Jenna G.
Nutley, NJ
$10-35/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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
Lauren S.
Somerville, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
36-year-old professional in Somerville. Laid off from my corporate gig in the spring, taking a bit of a pivot and gotten back into childcare.
In my previous life I considered myself an Operations guru, but currently enjoying the title of kid entertainer/wrangler/friend. Started as a mother's helper at 10, babysat all through...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lauren took care of my two young, energetic sons early morning and after school, including dropoff and pickup. She bonded so easily with the boys and managed their playtime very well, ensuring they had fun safely. Both enjoyed their time with Lauren and ask about...
Tiffany K.
Sydney K.
New York, NY
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Sydney, and I am a recent grad with 8+ years of babysitting experience. I was a competitive dancer my whole life so I babysat many of the younger girls I danced with and have many credible references from those experiences. I have also worked as a mother's helper for 5 children in virtual school while their...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney was great! My kids loved her! She was on time, played games and was so sweet! We will definitely hire her again!"
Brittany S.
Kudirat H.
New York, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. My references show me to be responsible and reliable, caring and calm, and always willing to help out wherever needed.
Over the years, I have been a regular helper for a total of nine families. I am confident in my ability to take great care of your...
Kudirat can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our experience with the babysitter who looked after our children was fantastic. She was exceptional in every way and put our minds at ease about leaving our kids in her care. Her punctuality, flexibility, knowledge, and affection towards our children were...
Tessy O.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm Victoria, a passionate and dedicated childcare professional with 14 years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I started my journey as a mother's helper at 12 years old and have since honed my skills in caring for multiple children, including those with special needs.
What sets me apart is my...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria is great! She has babysat my
1.5 yo daughter and my dog. Victoria is very punctual and does great keeping my daughter entertained. She has also dog sat for us when we are out of town and allows my dog to stay at her house. Highly recommend Victoria!"
Kate D.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience working with children in various spaces. I have also worked w/ children on the spectrum. I am an honest, patient, creative & organized childcare professional. I incorporate age-appropriate activities such as tummy time, reading, music, sensory & cognitive play as substitutes for screen-time....
Robin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Robin is a wonderful person and any family would be lucky to have her. She always responded immediately and showed up on time with a smile. My daughter loved her! To put it very simply, Robin the kind of person you like immediately. She makes you feel like your...
Amy B.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leticia would be a great addition to your family! She helped take care of our children for about 15 months. Our children love her dearly and still ask about her. She drove them to and from school and activities, played with them, arranged play dates and did any...
Jessica P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I study child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work. I've worked as a mother's helper, a regular after school nanny, and camp counselor. I have experience working with infants, kids with special needs, and kids with limited mobility, so I'm up for anything!
I am a...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in future."
Manasi C.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole is not only a great babysitter, but a gifted organizer!"
Niti T.
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & 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.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"There aren't enough words to describe Liz! She was a caregiver and best friend to our son from 5 to 10 months old, a cook and house manager, and a friend to both my husband and I. We trusted her without question, looked to her for advice and enjoyed our...
Lauren D.
Hi! I'm a reliable and enthusiastic student attending the Fashion Institute of Technology. I have been working as a nanny/household helper for a year, and it has been a lovely opportunity for me.
Olivia can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Westfield, NJ
Dana B.
5.0
As a father of twin infant boys, finding the right nanny is critical for our family. Enter - Dana. She’s an A+ nanny that was an asset to our family. She’s enthusiastic about teaching the kids, and works proactively.
- Care member
Jacqueline J.
5.0
Jacquie was one of the most wonderful caretakers we've ever had. She was extremely proactive, always wanting to help out wherever possible and truly going above and beyond expectations in every situation. She was warm and nurturing with our children, always coming up with creative ways to play with...
- Danielle O.
Robyn M.
5.0
We hired Robyn to watch our daughter and she was a great nanny. She was always on time, helped with homework, was very patient, and planned fun activities and crafts. She also helped with house work and took the dog for walks, which was greatly appreciated. I would recommend Robyn to anyone!
- Rebekah M.
Taryya E.
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 that get her in their home.
- Tyesha P.
Rachelle W.
5.0
Raye has worked with our family full time for over a year, and we have nothing but positive things to say about our experience with her. She watches our eighteen month old son daily, and he adores her. She is kind hearted, fun, and active with him. She takes him to library classes and playgrounds...
- 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 Westfield, 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 2 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 Westfield, 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 Westfield, 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 Westfield, NJ in November, 2024?
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 $17.50.