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Guadalupe S.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lupe , I am a professional experienced Montessori educator Woman , I will be so happy to assist you in caring your children . I am a very reliable , patient respectful person who loves to care, interact , play learn with children and enjoys being part of their life. I have worked with children of different ages...
Guadalupe can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our three boys love Lupe. They always have a lot of fun when she visits. She has been our one and only babysitter for four years. Thank you Lupe!"
Sarah G.
Kate H.
Chicago, IL
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny / Newborn Helper/ Multiples / Animal Lover Available ASAP
5.0
(2)
My spirit is one that could make even you become your inner child again!
I have over 20 years experience loving others' children: 5yrs as a nanny to 4 under 4, A caretaker for 3 newborns until after 1yr, & experience with neurodivergent children. My favorite experience has been working for S. A. S. E. D w/ visibly impaired...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate has a lot of experience with all types of children. She's very knowledgeable with assessing each child individually to fit their specific needs. Kate is very hands on with children. She has a creative side, that children love exploring with her. Overall, Kate...
Nereida G.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with all ages between daycares, preschool, high-school, and nannying/night nannying for over 10 years; my area of expertise is newborn-2 y/o.
I have multiple types of childcare certifications, first aid and CPR certs.
I've nannied for children with: ADD, ADHD, OCD, autism, delayed physical/mental/emotional/speech...
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"She was great, would recommend!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jamie, I have been working in child care for 12 years. I was recently an K-6th art teacher at a charter school on the west side of Chicago. Prior to this I worked at a sleep away camp for two summers as the arts and crafts director, assistant unit director and lead a week long back packing trip for teens. I have nannied...
Jameson can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jamie has been wonderful with our infant and with our dogs! She has really been a life saver and our little one really seems to like her! I am very sad she is going back to school as she is just wonderful for our family"
Stephanie S.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Nadia, 29, Chicagoland born & raised. PT online student, child early development & psych. 12+ yrs experience- everything from babysitting to PT mothers helper to a FT live-in Nanny/House Manager. Most of my positions have had the role of house manager, as well as nanny. I own a reliable vehicle, seats 5, and have a clean...
Nadia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"You can tell that Nadia loves what she does, that made our kids feel comfortable and really enjoy her. I'd recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and responsible sitter or nanny, but also her energy was really on the same level as the kids, definitely helps!!"
Annie P.
Joanna R.
Lombard, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, Nurturing, Dedicated, And Experienced Nanny
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy spending time with children -playing, taking trips to parks, library and other educational outings. I love to explore the world through their eyes. I have a Master's degree in the Education field from Poland, where I was born. I have been a nanny for over 14 years; I mostly have taken care of infants and toddlers. I'm an...
Joanna can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joanna has looked after our 7.5 month old daughter for 4 months. She is a great care giver and a really great person. We hired Joanna when our daughter was 3 months old. We needed a loving, caring, responsible, reliable person and she has delivered on all...
Jeanne Y.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
My name is Dina.
I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings.
I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...
Dina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kind, compassionate, hard worker, goes above and beyond "
Care member
Considering it's summer I am available the whole day till about 6 p.m. I haven't taken care of an infant in a while but I would love to take care of one soon! I have cared for 3 kids at a time, the youngest was 1. I started babysitting at 11 being a mommy's helper and went from there!
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
I have experinece as a nanny/ motehr helper for more than 5 years. Specilly with todlerds and yuong kids. I love crafting projects and outdoors activities. I help with laundry, light cleaning, ironing, pet care and shopping.
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Caroline and I'm a cardiac nurse in Chicago. I graduated in May 2024 from Saint Mary's College and moved to East Lakeview. I'm originally from St. Louis, Missouri where I babysat for most of my teenage years and nannied during my college summers. I am interested in babysitting a couple times a week so please let...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Available for long term part time 8:30-5:30 p.m. M-Th. Seeking a kind family and a positive atmosphere. I have been assisting families for +10 years and have a vast amount of experience with many family care functions. I have worked with children from ages six months to teens. I am experienced with early childhood development...
Lana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nannying isn't a job to me, but an extension to my life I so much enjoy to work with children. I have 10+ years as I am the oldest of 3, I've always been mommas helper. I have experience from newborn to teen. I will work on reaching your child's milestone most importantly while having fun!
Alexa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
A 30-year-old Chicago transplant with over 10 years of experience in childcare, as well as kitchens, I can do it all!
Previously a Mother's Helper, big sister, babysitter, and nanny, my childcare experience checks many boxes. I've cared for not only infants, toddlers, and young children, but also pre-teens and teens.
My years...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello there! I am creative, playful, responsible, and empathetic.
I began my career as an Elementary School teacher 13 years ago and nannied full-time for 5+ years - I absolutely adore children! They are so silly and carefree, and I love seeing the world through their eyes.
In my spare time, I like to take long walks with my...
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, funny (if I do say so myself), and friendly.
I like working with kids because I believe all children are capable of doing things they haven't even dreamed of.
I'm looking for a job that provides the flexibility to engage in various types of play, but also provides structure with a...
Tyra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kayla I.
Lombard, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am looking to hire a mother's helper. I have an infant. I am not looking for a job. Please do not look at my profile to hire me, as I am not interested in being hired as a caregiver.
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Julia B.
Chicago, IL
$17-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as creative, empathetic, and outgoing!
I started working with kids when I was 12 as a "mother's helper." I have been babysitting ever since!
In my spare time, I like to try new restaurants, go on walks with my dogs, and try new fitness classes!
It's nice to meet you! My name is Riley and I am a part-time sitter/nanny with 7+ years of paid childcare experience. I also come from quite a big family; I am the oldest of seven kids (the youngest of which is currently 8 years old) and have spent my entire life helping care for them.
While caring for children, I like to...
Riley can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hey there! I'm an art student here in Chicago. I come from a family of 6 so I grew up helping take care of my younger siblings. I first started helping out as a "mother's helper" when I was 12 years old. Eventually I moved on to babysitting and have taken care of infants through middle school aged kids. I like helping out with...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hello! I am a newly graduated registered nurse and have loved children since I've been growing up. I have medical experience taking care of children within my clinical experience and am now a Pediatric Nurse. Aside from that, I have spent many years working with children, from being a tutor, a child life developer, a babysitter...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Willow Springs, IL
Guadalupe S.
5.0
Lupe has been with us since my daughter was 4 months old and she is now almost two and a half. We have to move out of state for my husbands job, otherwise I would have been with her for many many many years. I cannot say enough amazing things about her. She is such a great person and I know my...
- Lexi S.
Kate H.
5.0
Kate is just wonderful with kids. Any family would be lucky to have her.
- Heather H.
Teresa B.
5.0
I was desperate for help during my 3rd trimester. Her flexibility with my changing schedule and circumstances was a lifesaver and my 2yo son really took to her
- Cass F.
Jameson K.
5.0
Jamie has been wonderful with our infant and with our dogs! She has really been a life saver and our little one really seems to like her! I am very sad she is going back to school as she is just wonderful for our family
- Stephanie S.
Nadia C.
5.0
We had Nadia watch our two kids for two weeks and I'd certainly call on her again if needed. She was wonderful with helping my son through 1st grade virtual learning in addition to helping my 3 yo with preschool type assignments. She played with the kids during break periods and was up for any...
- Kelly A.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Willow Springs, IL?
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 Willow Springs, IL?
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 Willow Springs, IL. 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 Willow Springs, IL in March, 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.