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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Robin is so warm and kind - our toddler took to her right away! She's clearly very experienced and comfortable around children. We're so glad to have her in our circle of caregivers."
Amarylis B.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a baby sitter and mother's helper since I was old enough to take on that responsibility, working with families in my synagogue and community, and I was a youth services librarian at Brooklyn Public Library for four years (until 2019). I love playing games with children and helping them learn in a cooperative...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa watched over my 7 year old son after school. She was great: genuinely enjoyed playing with him, kept him busy with both indoor and outdoor activities, and addressed with him calmly and positively his misbehaviors. She is respectful and open-minded of...
Caroline D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Gemima; I'm 21 years old. I recently graduated from BMCC for A. A for psychology. I speak five languages: my country language, Lingala, French, still learning Spanish, of course English and ASL. I'm currently working as a parent coach within ACS. With a very flexible schedule. I have five years of experience in...
Gemima can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Gemima was amazing with my one year old daughter. She was very intuitive to my daughter's needs and communicative with me while my daughter was in Gemima's care. My daughter loved playing with Gemima, and I didn't have any worries while she was in Gemima's care. I...
Joy Y.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
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
(3)
Hello, my name is Janet & I am a responsible, caring, reliable & fun person. Throughout my life I've babysat for family members & friends. I have 3 beautiful grandchildren. Since they were born I've help watch & take care of them. My grandchildren call me the fun & silly grandma. I am very energetic & I love to play & interact...
5.0
"Janet is a wonderful caregiver. She is especially great with children of all ages. She will interact with the children and not let the
tv be a distraction. She is wonderful and I highly recommend her. "
Connie H.
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & 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.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi my names Brigitte and I am a 25. Year old student at Baruch college. I love to read and draw as well as do outdoor activities. I played 7 years of volley ball, and other sports so I am very active. I am comfortable with pets. I've always loved taking care of children, I started my first job at the age of 12, being a mothers...
Brigitte can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Brigitte in January to pick up our daughter after school daily and spend the afternoons with her. She took her to after school programs and picked her up as well as hosted fun and engaging play dates for her and friends. Brigitte is very reliable and I...
Rachel G.
5.0
(2)
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
Hello! I am a University of Massachusetts Amherst graduate with a degree in Communications. I currently work for FENDI as a Public Relations Specialist. I am mainly available on weekday nights and weekends and would love to help you and your family out! I am an energetic and engaged sitter that loves spending time with kids! I...
Gabriela can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Gabriella a few times to look after my 1 year old daughter while I worked from home. She was super sweet and calm, but also entertaining. My daughter warmed up to her instantly and fell asleep in her arms on the first day! Would definitely hire her again."
Ashley C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Korina.
I've worked as a babysitter, mother-helper, camp-counselor, tutor and assistant teacher for children of all ages. I began baby-sitting when I was in middle school, and worked throughout high school with children as a babysitter, assistant teacher, camp counselor and tutor. In college, I presently work as...
Korina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Korina is a very committed and energetic young lady. She was creative, enthusiastic and able to join my 5 year old boy in his play but she was also assertive and able to re-direct him and keep him safe. She always showed up on time with a smile in her face and...
Rebeca Q.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & 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.
Morgan C.
Thornwood, NY
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone my name is Morgan. I have always loved caring for children. My passion for child care began when I became a mother's helper at the age of 14. Since then i've cared for children of all ages ranging from newborn to elementary school age in home settings and at a preschool. I am fully vaccinated and have a clean...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Morgan is an absolute blessing to our family. She is nurturing and hands on with our two girls. She is incredibly helpful and supports my husband and me with housework etc. A true gem!"
Michelle O.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I had Jenna watch my two year old son and she was amazing! She helped if I needed around the house because being a nurse I have a busy schedule! She plays with him, feeds him and has him bathed and ready to go to sleep by the time I get home! Such a great help and...
Danielle R.
5.0
(2)
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, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(7)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I highly recommend Victoria as a top-notch babysitter. She is incredibly flexible with her schedule and always goes above and beyond to accommodate our needs. Her communication skills are superb, and she always keeps me informed of any changes or updates.
What I...
Care member
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
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Feeding training, sleeping training: Expert
potty training: Expert
Study of art in the Montessori system: Expert
articulation: Expert
colloquial training: Expert
walking training, sports activities for babies: Expert
Natalya can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Westwood, NJ
Robin G.
5.0
Robin is so warm and kind - our toddler took to her right away! She's clearly very experienced and comfortable around children. We're so glad to have her in our circle of caregivers.
- Amarylis B.
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
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.
Lisa B.
5.0
Lisa watched over my 7 year old son after school. She was great: genuinely enjoyed playing with him, kept him busy with both indoor and outdoor activities, and addressed with him calmly and positively his misbehaviors. She is respectful and open-minded of established routines. The only reason we are...
- Caroline D.
Gemima L.
5.0
Gemima was amazing with my one year old daughter. She was very intuitive to my daughter's needs and communicative with me while my daughter was in Gemima's care. My daughter loved playing with Gemima, and I didn't have any worries while she was in Gemima's care. I would definitely book her again and...
- Joy Y.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Westwood, 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 Westwood, 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 Westwood, 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 Westwood, NJ in September, 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 $25.00.