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18 mother's helpers are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby mother's helpers is 8 years
Mother's helpers in Grand Rapids, MI
4.7
(14)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I love kids! I have watched children of all ages - infants, toddlers, preschool age, elementary age, and middle school age. I have over 15 years of experience and a Bachelor's in early childhood education.
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Anna is very responsive and reliable. She is great with my children and they absolutely love her. I know that they are well taken care of with Anna. "
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Kristina B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25-51/hr • 18 yrs exp
**Fully Vaccinated - Covid Conscientious - Career Nanny**
5.0
(7)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
"The only job I ever loved more was being a nanny."
I am genuinely excited to be once again engaging exclusively in heart-centered work through the support of families and their children. While it is impossible to share enough with you here in this limited space, I have listed below the key takeaways of my career and would love...
Kristina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Look no further, Kristina is THE BEST! She watched our one year old daughter for several days a week last year and was an absolute dream. (We would still be using her but we moved out of state.) She has a true and obvious passion for children and their development....
Brittany B.
I'm currently working full-time in health care and pursuing my graduate degree in occupational therapy. I'm available to help with kids, elderly folks, pets, errands, or chores.
I'm reliable, friendly, patient, upbeat, and have 10+ years experience in working with children and animals.
CPR certified. More than happy to answer...
Kate can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I am currently a kindergarten teacher in the Grand Rapids area looking for summer job opportunities after I am done teaching for the school year. I have had more than eight years of experience working with children including classroom instruction, observations, camp supervision and counseling, coaching sports and teaching...
Marina can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hi! I'm Kylie, I was raised in the Grand Rapids area and have lived here my whole life. I enjoy being outdoors in nature, like going on walks, hikes or runs. I also love cooking, baking, indoor cycling and spending time with my family, friends and my two pets.
I'm kind, compassionate, patient and fun, to say the least! I found...
Kylie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Elissa D.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have been an elementary teacher for 14 years and a tutor for 4 years. I love kids and have taken a step away from teaching to be home with my 3-year-old. I'm looking for a loving family who would be open to me bringing a "little helper" along. I can help with Light Housekeeping and laundry. I also love helping with learning.
Elissa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! My name is Julia and I have been taking care of children in different capacities for 15 years. I started as a mother's helper at age 12 and have since then worked at daycares, summer camps, babysat hundreds of times, including staying overnight when needed for families. I am one of three kids myself and am super comfortable...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 30-year-old woman with eight years of nanny experience. I am CPR certified, vaccinated, I have my own car, and have previous medical field experience. It all started back when I was a little girl, I always wanted to be a "mothers helper". Through school years I did a lot of babysitting. When I entered adulthood I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! :) I go by Rowan, and I just moved to Grand Rapids at the beginning of December with the intent of finding a part-time position as a sitter. I am a third year psychology student at GVSU with two cats and a love for books! I have over a decade of experience in babysitting, starting at age 10 as a mother's helper -...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
I have worked with children in a wide variety of age groups and setting over the past 10 years. I have nannied before, been a mothers helper, babysat, worked in a daycare center, and other various settings. I have a masters degree in social work and work part time at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, but miss getting to work with...
Colleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
(1)
I am a high energy very positive person! I love being goofy with kids and will listen to story after story all day and/or tell story after story all day! Personally I am into lots of crafts, puzzles, crocheting, and gaming. I love anything pastel colored or rainbow and am entertained so easily lol
Here is some of my work...
Britney can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Britney babysits my twin girls who are 7 months old. Britney is a wonderful babysitter. She is so kind to my children and they love her. Britney has also been super adaptable with all the new changes through my children's milestones. I also have a dog and Britney...
Morgan D.
Emma S.
Grandville, MI
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! Im Emma, I've been a nanny for 5 years and It's one of my favorite things! I love to care for kiddos of all ages, and I have experience with Infants-pre-teens! I volunteer at my church, and also work as a teachers helper! I just graduated highschool and I'm looking for some extra hours this fall and I would love to meet you...
Hi there! My name is Hayley. I am 24 years old and I am 1 of 8 children ranging in ages from 8 years old to 28 years old. I have had lots of different experiences working with children - I have been a nanny for 3+ years now, I've had multiple babysitting jobs, I've worked in the church nursery as a lead/helper, I used to do...
Hayley can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have 7 years of experience. I cared for and raised my younger siblings for years. I was in school to become an elementary teacher and have the knowledge of teaching kids. I absolutely love spending my days making kids happy. I'm very skilled in playtime and using my imagination. Arts and crafts are one of my favorite hobbies...
Alyson F can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Kelly H.
Hudsonville, MI
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have been a stay at home mom to three girls since our oldest (age 10) was born. We have been homeschooling for the last three years and they are now back in school. I love to nurture, care, learn, teach, sew, knit, crochet and overall be a helper for others.
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Chelsea K.
Byron Center, MI
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated, Energetic Nanny With 16 Years Of Experience
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Loving and dedicated childcare professional with 16+ years of experience, seeking part time mother's helper/nanny work with infants or toddlers. Skills I am proficient in include sleep training, setting and implementing schedules, laundry, organization, and travel assistance.
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello - My name is Maeghan! I have multiple years of experience in many settings, from nannying in family homes, to working within a daycare center! I have worked with children of all ages, from 4 months to 16 years old, and am comfortable watching multiple children at once!
CPR Certified + Willing to work with pets
Maeghan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I am a wife and Mom of two sons (22 and 18). I understand that it's nice to have some help now and again to take a few minutes for yourself - run errands, go for a walk, go to lunch, etc. I'm interested in on-call sitting or part-time work.
I babysat when I was young, helped out in the Nursery at church, have some...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance
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Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI
Anna B.
5.0
Anna was great with all three of our boys, got twins and our very willful three year old to bed.
She is kind and warm with them while keeping them safe and in line.
- Zachary P.
Kristina B.
5.0
Look no further, Kristina is THE BEST! She watched our one year old daughter for several days a week last year and was an absolute dream. (We would still be using her but we moved out of state.) She has a true and obvious passion for children and their development. We loved how engaged she was with...
- Brittany B.
Britney D.
5.0
Britney babysits my twin girls who are 7 months old. Britney is a wonderful babysitter. She is so kind to my children and they love her. Britney has also been super adaptable with all the new changes through my children's milestones. I also have a dog and Britney will let him out during the day...
- Morgan D.
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
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 10 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
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 Grand Rapids, MI. 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 Grand Rapids, MI in April, 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 $20.70.
Ratings for Grand Rapids, MI mother's helpers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Mother's Helpers in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 18 listed mother's helpers.