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60 mother's helpers are listed in Chicago, IL
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 7 years
Mother's helpers in Chicago, IL
Growing up in a big Italian family outside of Chicago, I helped raise my 7 younger cousins from newborn age to teens. I am used to light housekeeping and meal preparation as well as planning activities. I love hanging out with kids which is why I was a camp counselor for 3 summers in Northern Wisconsin at Camp Jorn YMCA. It was...
Francesca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Experienced babysitter/nanny with over 12 years experience. I have cared for over 10 families, with children ranging in ages from 3 months to 14 years. I would love to provide a fun and enriching experience for your kids. Always happy to help with homework, music, sports, games, dress up, cooking - you name it! I value providing...
Juliana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hello, I am Aneisa and I am here for all of your childcare needs. While my paid experience has only been for a year, I have been a care taker of babies, the elderly and to the special needs community since I was 11. I became an aunt at a very early age. 11 to be exact and from there I was one of the many helpers for what would...
Aneisa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Julia B.
Chicago, IL
$16-50/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!
Julianna F.
Chicago, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I started helping friends of my mother with their kids when I was 12, mostly being a mother's helper but occasionally taking a full babysitting job. As I got older, I began to volunteer - tutoring elementary-aged children, for school credit, and later working in my church's nursery. I have also been helping my cousin with her...
Julianna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Lauren W.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lauren and I am a previous full time nanny. I currently work full time in a fully remote position for a research center at the University of California (UCLA).
I am looking for a part time nanny or mothers helper position outside of my UCLA hours (8:30am-5:30pm). I absolutely loved my time as a full time nanny and...
Milena P.
Chicago, IL
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Milena, a professional nanny with over 8 years of experience working for high-profile families. I am thrilled to offer my services as a dedicated caregiver and provide exceptional child care tailored to your family's needs.
My rate is $30 per hour for primarily child care, with additional charges for additional...
Milena can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Miranda G.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I love kids, and I have a lot of experience with children of all different ages. I have played many roles in a household, babysitter, nanny, live in nanny, mother's helper, household manager, and I am very comfortable being thrown into the mix of a family's day to day. I can provide excellent references upon request. I am...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Jillian! I have 7 years of experience with children! I just had my own daughter in April! I have had experience with children of all ages(infant-14)! I love to go on adventures and take time to be outside! I also like arts and crafts and find myself to be pretty creative. I am fully vaccinated and have CPR...
Jillian can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
A bit about me, I graduated from Illinois State in 2019. I have over 10 years of experience with children of all ages. I have worked at a daycare and preschool for 2 years after college, I have babysat and nannied in different capacities for 10 years. I have been a mothers helper with a new born as well as care for a newborn by...
Marley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Caroline R.
Chicago, IL
$24-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Terrific nanny/ mom's helper available
Infant qualified nanny seeking a day or night position in Chicago area. Pro with sleep training, naps schedules, breast feeding and bottle transition, tummy time and 6 years of experience helping families and kids.
Loves to plan activities during the summer and whenever the weather...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Kathleen B.
Chicago, IL
$26/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as creative, funny, and motivated
I like working with kids because it's an opportunity to be creative and provide an outlet for kids to play, and engage in activities outside of tv and other electronics
I'm looking for a job that offers weekend hours
I started working with kids when I was 13...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I like working with kids because they are so interesting, so incredible and funny and straightforward. Every kid is such a joy in their own way and I like helping them learn the world and spending time with them.
I started working with kids when I was a kid myself, being a mother's helper for a neighbor, then becoming their...
Hi, I'm Aoife (pronounced EE-fa)! I am a recent graduate of the University of Michigan where I studied Political Science, Sustainability, and Data Analytics. Now, I'm living and working in Lakeview, Chicago! I have been caring for children since I was 12 years old, starting as a mother's helper, then a babysitter, and then...
Aoife can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a patient, fun, and caring person with passionate energy for kids. I have been babysitting since age 13. In high school, I was a mother's helper to a family of 7 kids (ages 2-12) where I helped with groceries, play time, and homework. During college, I volunteered at a day care for infants aged 6 weeks-18 months. I have...
Skills:
CPR
Alexandra B.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
I haven't forgotten how I felt as a kid. More importantly, how adults made me feel. The bad memories stick out more than the good ones do. I want to prevent bad feelings for the children I care for as much as I possibly can. Kids are smart, kids are always wondering about the world. I want to nurture their curiosity the way I...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Hailey C.
Chicago, IL
$40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dependable, Qualified And Hands-On Babysitter You Can Trust - Flexible Hours
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Hailey and I have been a professional babysitter and nanny for over 8 years. I have a Bachelors of Science in Psychology and am currently a student at Loyola School of Law and Loyola School of Social work getting a duel JD/MSW degree. I have previous experience with newborns all the way up to 21 years of age....
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Chicago, 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 44 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 Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL in May, 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 $21.20.
Ratings for Chicago, IL mother's helpers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Mother's Helpers in Chicago, IL are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 71 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers.