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Adele S.

Babysitter/Nanny

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Adele and I currently live in AU Park in NW DC. I grew up in Bethesda, Maryland, so I am very familiar with the DMV area! I am looking for part-time childcare jobs either during the day, after school, or evenings. I currently freelance for marketing agencies and make my own schedule so I have lots of...
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Part-time Caregiver/Household Helper

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Currently looking for a cooking/household helper position! I'm a huge proponent of scheduling and staying organized. I have experience cooking meals, running errands, doing pick-ups and drop-offs for other families, and enjoy that just as much as nannying because I feel I am able to bring a different type of value to my...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Nurturing children comes naturally to me. My seven years of experience have instilled in me a deep understanding of children's needs. I grew up with a lot of cousins and being Mother's helper while my mom was nannying. I hold a graduate degree and leverage my education to provide enriching care. Previous babysitting roles...
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About Me!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
11 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
Hi! My name is Sasha, and I was born-and-raised in the DC area. I started working with kids when I was 12, as a "mother's helper" while the parents were in the house. In the decade since, I've gained more and more experience, and I have extensive references as a babysitter, camp counselor, and children's entertainer! I am a...
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Child Caretaker Pet Sitter

Washington, DC

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! I'm thrilled to share a bit about myself. Born in Fairfax, Virginia, and raised in DC, I have a diverse background that blends academic achievement with personal passion. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Communication from Marymount University and completed a Master's in Business...
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Falls Church, VA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Nicolás from Argentina. I was an au pair in the U. S. for 2 years with 3 wonderful families - happy to provide references! I also worked as a tutor, babysitter, and Scout helper back home. In the U. S., I cared for children of all ages: H (3), K (5), R (12), Q (5), H (10), C (12), C (1. 5), L (9), and L (11). I'm...
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Part-time Babysitter

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 52 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello families! I've just completed my Master's in Physiology from Georgetown University and am studying for the MCAT with plans to apply to medical school next summer. I bring a wealth of experience, as a former college track athlete, gymnastics coach, and community coach for Girls On The Run. I live in D. C. with my bichon...
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Creative And Organized Family Helper

McLean, VA

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am a creative and outgoing professional with 5 years of childcare experience, as well as 7 years of experience managing a household and a business. I am looking for a family that I can help assist with household planning and management, childcare, and light housekeeping and organization.
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Law Student Student With Significant Childcare Experience Available For After-school/weekday Jobs

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
I started as a mother's helper for my neighbor and her children who were 4 and 6 at the time when I was 13 and continued to babysit them for 6+ years. I also have experience babysitting for newborns and 2-4-year-olds. Additionally, I worked for 4 summers as a camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds as well as an assistant for...
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Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
I started working with kids when I was in late elementary school being a mother's helper until I was old enough to actually babysit.
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Very Flexible, Fun, Creative And Friendly (and Very Responsible)

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Karen, I am 19 and currently a pre-Nursing major at Towson University. I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I began as a mother's helper at age 12; I would watch my neighbor's 3 young boys while she spent time with her newborn and cooked or cleaned. Since then I have had a stint as a regular babysitter...
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Washington, DC

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Molly and I am a 26-year-old public health professional, living and working in the DC area. I have over 15 years experience as a part-time nanny, babysitter, and mother's helper. I am comfortable with little ones, elementary school age, and teens. I am also willing to help with meal prep and other tasks as...
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Experienced Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Fairfax, VA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
travel
I am a patient and energetic caregiver, and have experience working with a range of ages! From ages 3 to 18, I am confident in being a responsible and caring helper.
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Childcare Provider/House Cleaning/Pet CareProvider/Personal Helper,

Oxon Hill, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
63-old mother of 6 young adults /13 grands with over 35 years of childcare experience. I provide nurturing, caring, loving professional care with skills to give your love one what they need for a good start in life. Pediatric First Aid/CPR certified. TB tested. Regular cleaning and laundry. Pet lover.
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Friendly And Compassionate Young Woman Hoping To Save Up For Graduate School.

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello :) My name is Jasmine and I would love to help your family with babysitting needs! I currently work as a biomedical researcher in Bethesda and I am trying to make some money before hopefully starting medical school in the fall. Having a medical background and a passion to care for others, I am uniquely qualified to care...
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Falls Church, VA

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! I am a student at Virginia Tech seeking a part-time babysitting/ "Mother's Helper" opportunity. I have 6 years of experience and have strong skills in cooking, organization, planning fun activities, and more! I am passionate about taking care of children in any way, or shape, and I am a trusting person with glimmering...
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Get To Know Me!

Springfield, VA

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$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Ashley. I am 20yrs old, I am currently studying Digital Marketing at NOVA, but finish May 8th. Since the age of 14, I have been helping with taking care of children. From ages of 14-18 I was an assistant helper at a Home DayCare with Fairfax County. I am free to start May 9th, since I am one my last few days...
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Falls Church, VA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jennifer, a nursing student at Marymount University. I am a mature, responsible, fun, detail-oriented individual who adores and loves children! I have experience babysitting children from different stages of life. I babysat as young as newborn babies to 12 years old. I love having a close relationship and bond...
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Washington, DC

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$22/hr
7 years experience
My name is Darina and I'm located in Washington, DC. I have over 7 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, including infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. I am CPR certified and currently work in child care and behavioral support, so safety and patience are always my priority. whether it's helping...
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I'm Sophie! 24 Year Old Howard County Native And University Of South Carolina Graduate :)

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I started working with kids when I was around 11 years old! I was a mother's helper when I was younger, and as soon as I was old enough to start babysitting I did! I spent summers babysitting full time, helped with pickup and date nights during the school year, and most recently worked as a kids counselor at a dude ranch in...
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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.33/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 5.0

FAQs for finding a mother's helper

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 9 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.

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 Arlington, VA. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.

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 $20.33.

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