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Grace B.

Hi My Name Is Grace. I Am A College Student At University Of Wisconsin- Whitewater.

Barrington, IL

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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I'd describe my personality as fun, creative, and caring. I like working with kids because I love watching their personalities change and grow. I'm looking for a job that has healthy communication and stability. I started working with kids when when I was 10 as a mothers helper. In my spare time, I like to play guitar, sing,...
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Young And Experienced Child Caregiver!

Barrington, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 13 years of experience in childcare, from private (house manager, nanny, babysitter, mother's helper) and public (daycare, preschool, nursery, youth sports coach). I am currently getting my degree in early childhood education, and have started leaning into child psychology as well. I have worked with all ages, from 6...
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Looking For A Full-time Nanny Job Near Naples, FL

Barrington, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! Babysitting truly gives me the utmost joy. I come from a big family & can handle pretty much anything. I take a balanced approach of having a blast with the kiddos, while maintaining peace & making sure they're taken care of. Happy to talk on the phone prior to meeting. I'd describe my personality as outgoing,...
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After-School Homework Helper & Tutor

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I'm a dependable and patient homework helper and tutor who enjoys helping children feel confident and successful with their schoolwork. I have a background in education and years of experience volunteering in schools and parent organizations. I'm also the mother of three grown children, so I understand how important a...
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CNA / Mom's Helper / Pet Care

Carpentersville, IL

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$20/hr
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I started on Care. com long ago before starting my own petsitting/dogwalking business. I have since shifted gears into the medical field & completed my CNA certification. I've worked with elderly and children alike. Since having my own baby in 2025, I have a new-found love for younger kids, toddlers, & infants. I decided that my...
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Part Time Caregiver

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! I am a learning behavior specialist at a special education school. My students have a range of special qualities and differing unique needs. This is my 3rd year as a teacher! I love my job and the enriching experiences we create together daily. I am looking to partner with a family to help meet their child's needs!...
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Mom Helper/Nanny

Carpentersville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been a nanny/mom helper on and off for 10 years, started when I was 15! Loving helping little guys explore new things, giving them that extra attention that needed when mom and dad can't. Love playing outside and making projects! I am fluent in Spanish also if that is something that you are interested in me speaking to...
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Experienced Babysitter Seeking Full-time Position.

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I started as a mother's helper at the age of 11, and gradually worked my way up to babysitting starting at 13 years old. In 2018, I began nannying and throughout the years have worked with multiple families with children ranging from the ages of 4-15. Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with families whose...
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McHenry, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Before becoming an aunt to two lovely little lasses (pictured), I spent a few years as a babysitter and subsequently became a nanny to three energetic boys before going to college. After focusing on my field of study in commercial photography, I craved childcare work again. I've worked with two sisters as a mother's helper for 2...

Care Member says "We booked Sarah for our oldest child’s PIR (Navy Bootcamp Graduation). Although, we ended up getting an extra ticket and not needing her services, Sarah...

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Nanny, Household Helper & All-Around Family Support

Lake Forest, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
I'm a happy, smiley, go-getter type with over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teens. Bilingual in Spanish and English, I'm warm, affectionate, and able to manage a household independently while supporting a positive, nurturing environment.
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Hi My Name Is Grace I Am Looking For Afternoon Part Time Nannying Or Babysitting

Highland Park, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Grace. I'm 20 years old I am no longer a full time student so I am looking for afternoon part time nannying or babysitting let me know if your looking for a Babysitter, Moms helper, Pet sitter. I have a lot of experience with kids and animals. I live In Highland Park and I drive I am also first aid CPR certified....
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Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
20 years experience
Mother of three. I'd love the opportunity to be the helper I needed! Will treat yours as though they are my own. Baby sitter available.
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Full-Time Or Part-Time Nanny/Sitter -- Animal Lover Too!

McHenry, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a perfect choice for you if you are looking for a punctual, energetic, silly and patient woman who enjoys showing up to care for children and your home. The ages I've taken care of range from tiny newborns to all ages of Elementary School and preteens 10 to 15 years old. I take care of children the way the parents prefer;...
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Fun Sitter And Household Helper.

Gilberts, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Currently seeking a summer nanny position. Available additional times upon request. I am dependable, energetic, helpful, and outgoing. I love working with kids and having fun! I started working with kids when I was 12 years old, watching my three siblings at home. I have worked in my church nursery for the last 6 years. I also...
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Full Time Nanny/babysitter

Lake Villa, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I had an In-home daycare business when my son was young. I started the business when he was 6 months old, he was the oldest of the kids I watched. I had as many as 8 at one time, 5 of whom were in diapers, still on bottles, needing naps and of course play time. I was either on the floor reading to them or playing with toys,...
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Lake Villa, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Lexi! I'm a full-time paraprofessional and certified substitute at a therapeutic day school, primarily supporting students with diverse needs. I have experience across all age groups but especially enjoy working with teens. I've also led my own classroom as a long-term sub. My caregiving journey began at 13 as a mother's...
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Saint Charles, IL

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$17/hr
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Looking to be a Mothers helper. Help with daily chores, paperwork, pet care, light cleaning, laundry, tidy up. I can also help with transportation and some child care. I am a mom of an 19-Year-Old and 18-Year-old, so I have a lot of experience. I worked in the corporate environment for 20 years and need a change.
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Child Care

Bartlett, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Currently Nanny for a 5-month-old little boy and part time mothers helper when 2 older siblings are back for split custody 6 and 7-year-old children from previous marriage when its dads week. I am fluent French having lived in France for 18 years and various other international countries. First aid and CPR certified.
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Happy Helper

Wonder Lake, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Naomi, and I am a nursing student at Aurora University. I have previous nannying experience for a family of two girls, age 11 and 13. A typical day with them would include making breakfast, then heading to volleyball practice. Afterwards the girls and I would make a lunch, then decide on what activity we wanted to...
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Bensenville, IL

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$20/hr
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Reliable Childcare Support & Family Helper I'm a patient, dependable caregiver who enjoys supporting children in a safe, calm, and positive environment. I help with supervision, routines, homework support, playtime, meals, and light household tasks related to children. I follow parents' instructions closely and prioritize...
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  • The average post rate is $22.67/hr as of March 2026

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 3 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 Barrington, IL. 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 $22.67.

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