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The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 4.7

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Rachel M.


Columbus, OH

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Dependable, Safe & Fun!

5.0

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Over 25 + years of experience in Columbus and NYC as a nanny, babysitter, mother's helper with the cherry on top (errands, car pools, food prep, light housekeeping, creative, dependable, flexible, and fun with the kiddos). Recently moved back from NYC to be closer to family. Own a successful company (black door experiences) in...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was amazing. She went above and beyond, keeping the kids occupied and engaged the whole time she was with them. They have never slept better! She is amazing and I would recommend her to anyone looking for help with their children. "

Care member

Hello! I'm Kat. I love babysitting - have every since I was little. I started as a mother's helper when I couldn't even stay home alone by myself! Ever since then, I have babysat and nannied - all throughout high school and college. I have experience with children ages newborn to teens, and have also worked with children who...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sylvia H.


Columbus, OH

$12-18/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sylvia, let me tell you a bit about my childcare experience! I've worked with infants, preschoolers, and school-agers. I've worked as a daycare teacher and also as a nanny, morning helper, and over night sitter. I am CPR/First Aid certified and I'm certified on OCCRA, which is an early childhood development and...
Sylvia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sylvia is amazing :) I would definitely recommend her as your nanny or helper :) My children love her."

Kelli C.

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Lucy S.


Grove City, OH

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Nanny & Homework Helper

I have experience taking care of children since I was a teen and I am eagerly looking for work! I am excited to work with any and all types of children, whether that be outdoor activities, homework help, travel/carpool, arts and crafts, and so much more. I strive to create a warm and supportive atmosphere where children feel...
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Gianina S.


Columbus, OH

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13 so I have over 10 years of experience. I have babysat kids of all ages and different abilities. I am respectful, helpful, creative and enjoy helping! I deliver mail during the day for USPS, but a lot if not majority of my evenings are free and open except Tuesdays. My...
Gianina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jenna B.


Grove City, OH

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Pet/child Sitter

Looking for a loving and reliable companion for your furry or little ones? I'm Jenna, and for the past 3 years, I've turned houses into happy homes for children and pets. I'm a creative and engaging caregiver who knows how to keep little minds and paws busy. From playful adventures to cozy cuddles, I'm here to ensure your loved...
Jenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Emma D.


Columbus, OH

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Emma! I am looking to babysit regularly for a family until I return to college in the fall of 2023. I started my years of experience as a mothers helper in middle school, which led to me babysitting for many years. I worked with infants in my church nursery as well as toddlers from 13-18 regularly until I...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Chasity L.


Pickerington, OH

$14-25/hr5 yrs exp

MOMMY HELPER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

5+ years of experience and ready to help you and your family succeed. CPR cert first aid training various age groups planned activities own transportation clean driving record
Chasity can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Chasity was with our family for several babysitting sessions. My three and six year old girls adored playing hide and go seek with her, reading books, and doing arts and crafts. She was very sweet and nurturing with both girls. She arrived on time and was very...

Jared F.

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Allison M.


Newark, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since a teenager, I have been babysitting and caregiving for children and elderly. I have excellent experience as a personal assistant/mommy's helper. I am proactive, positive and love helping others with tasks, daily chores, housekeeping, cooking and more. I am flexible, hard working and a pleasure to be around. I am an...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Allison started babysitting for us shortly after I had my second child. I was a wreck and Allison came in and took care of all of us! She jumped right in and took initiative. I trust her 100%. On bad days she'd show up with coffee for me and would swoop the kids...

Susan O.

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Arielle C.


Galloway, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Sitter Who Encourages Play & Creativity

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a sitter since the age of 11, starting as a mother's helper . By the age of 13 , I was watching three kids at a time. I am great with children of all ages, but have exceptional patience for toddlers and children under 5. I love to engage in conversation with children to help encourage confidence and speech. I don't...
Arielle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Arielle turned from our nanny to a part of our family! She eased our nerves the moment she stepped through the door. Her warm invite and the way my children (ages 3, 10, and 15) naturally gravitated to her was everything I needed to keep her around. They are...

Courtnei M.

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Kahia H.


Columbus, OH

$21/hr3 yrs exp

School Helper And Sitter

Hello! My name is Kahia H. I'm a recent college graduate with a Bachelor's in Science. I'm currently enrolled in weekend course to get my phlebotomy certification. I'm CPR/AED recertified. My future goal is to become an Obstetrician Gynecologist someday. I have 3 years of childcare experience. I babysat for a wonderful family...
Kahia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Karleigh L.


Newark, OH

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Kindness Carer And Happy Helper

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am able to work in a group enviornment or individual one-on-one. I have a focus on manners and communication, be it with books, speech, or writing/drawing.
Karleigh can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madeline G.


Granville, OH

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Maddy

Hello! My name is Maddy and I am a sophomore at Denison University. I have a lot of experience with watching kids, this past summer I was a full time nanny for two kids, 10 and 12 years old. I am available most week day afternoons and nights and saturday mornings! I have a car on campus so I have ways to transport kids if needed...
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
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Laine M.


Powell, OH

$15-22/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, Patient Sitter Who Loves Kids, Baking And Pets

Hi - I'm Laine. I am about to finish up my first year at Ohio University this spring with my major being special education. I have always had a passion for and special connection with kids. I've been babysitting since I was 14 and have worked as a date night sitter, mother's helper, summer nanny, and special education volunteer....
Laine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Elizabeth R.


Powell, OH

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

My Bio

As a Venezuelan with a medical background, I've spent the last five years in the United States, specializing in childcare. With a 13-year-old daughter and a husband who is also a doctor, we relocated to Columbus, Ohio, due to his career. While in Austin, Texas, I gained extensive experience caring for children aged 0-12 months,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Hello everyone! Just a little bit about myself, my name is Abigail and I am 26 years old. I currently live in Columbus, Ohio, but spend time whenever I can with family in Florida. I attended Ohio State University. I plan on relocating to wherever I find a job! I have loved babies and children ever since I was a little girl, and...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Taylor L.


Springfield, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter, House Keeper And Pet Sitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Taylor. I have worked with children since 15 years of age. I am 28 years old. I love doing crafts and going on outdoor adventures. I am married with 1 dog. I have experience in working with children newborn and up. I ran an in home daycare until 2019. Help with homework and tutoring for your littles will be included....
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Mara O.


Powell, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a 23-year-old 5th year student from Columbus Ohio studying Criminal Justice. I got my first childcare job at 11 as a mothers helper and have enjoyed babysitting and nannying for different families of different sizes with different aged children for years. I really think that the way children are raised and the...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Bethany! I have a collective 3-4 years experience in childcare from random babysitting jobs/mother's helper in Highschool, 1 year as an aftercare supervisor, and 2 years nannying full time. I love to be able to support families by providing childcare and ensure a safe, and hopefully fun environment for your...
Bethany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents

Rachel M.

5.0

Rachel was amazing. She went above and beyond, keeping the kids occupied and engaged the whole time she was with them. They have never slept better! She is amazing and I would recommend her to anyone looking for help with their children.

- Care member

Sylvia H.

5.0

Sylvia is amazing :) I would definitely recommend her as your nanny or helper :) My children love her.

- Kelli C.

Chasity L.

5.0

Chasity was with our family for several babysitting sessions. My three and six year old girls adored playing hide and go seek with her, reading books, and doing arts and crafts. She was very sweet and nurturing with both girls. She arrived on time and was very polite. I would recommend using her as...

- Jared F.

Allison M.

5.0

Allison started babysitting for us shortly after I had my second child. I was a wreck and Allison came in and took care of all of us! She jumped right in and took initiative. I trust her 100%. On bad days she'd show up with coffee for me and would swoop the kids off for a fun day. She became a...

- Susan O.

Arielle C.

5.0

Arielle turned from our nanny to a part of our family! She eased our nerves the moment she stepped through the door. Her warm invite and the way my children (ages 3, 10, and 15) naturally gravitated to her was everything I needed to keep her around. They are constantly asking about her and it's a...

- Courtnei M.

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Hiring a mother's helper can be a convenient choice for busy moms who need someone to help around with the kids and the house. If you are at home and just...

Hiring a mother's helper can be a convenient choice for busy moms who need someone to help around with the kids and the house. If you are at home and just need time for yourself, a mother's helper can make a big difference. If you’re asking yourself, how can I find a mother’s helpers near me, compare profiles by experience, hourly rate, and read reviews from other parents to help you find a match that's right for your family.

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Mother's Helpers are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 3,052 reviews of the 3,833 listed mother's helpers.