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Tess L.

Fun Sitter With 10 Years Of Experience

La Grange, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hey, I'm Tess! I'm a reliable and energetic 22-year-old who recently graduated from Illinois State University. I've always loved kids so I got involved in childcare as early as possible, first as a Mothers Helper at 11, then as the "neighborhood sitter", and eventually with nannying as well. My focus is on making sure your child...
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Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family. I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...

Elaine F. says "Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and...

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Nanny/Mother's Helper/Personal Assistant

Willow Springs, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm a Mom, so I get it and understand the importance of knowing that our kiddos are safe, happy, and healthy while away. I have a Membership at the Brookfield Zoo, DuPage Children's Museum, Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium, if you're okay with activities outside of the home. I would love to see if we would be a good fit...
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Westchester, IL

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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Claire, I live in Westchester and I have been in childcare for 7 years now. I have been a babysitter, a nanny, and a mother's helper. I have my own car, drivers license and a clean driving record. I have experience with babies, toddlers, early school age, preteens, multiples and twins. I am comfortable with cats...
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Oak Park, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Alicja. I am 40 years old mom, nanny and former teacher helper. I have master degree in teaching/social work. I have 10+ years of experience working with kids. I am very organized, outgoing person who loves for kids to learn, have fun and taking them places :) If you are interested my person and have any...
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Experienced Babysitter/house Helper

Hinsdale, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello families! I have been working with children since I was 15 years old. I started babysitting in High School and have been a Part Time sitter since then. I have a high appreciation for children as I believe that childhood is extremely important. It's the years to build their confidence through positive and healthy...
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Lombard, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I started as a mommy's helper when I was just 13. Went to Columbia and received my BFA in photography specializing in family and children. I worked in a photography studio for 5 years and they went under when the economy crashed. I had the opportunity to help a family out and have been with them for the last 8 years and now I'm...
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Child Care Helper!

Oak Lawn, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a fun, caring, professional and helpful individual. I have worked in the education field for the last 5 years with children ages 3-6. I have experience with special needs (Autistic) children, and children ages 2-15. I am a paraprofessional during the day as my full time career and am looking for additional income on the...
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Elmhurst, IL

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
My name is Lilyan, I have over 30 years of experience in childcare, beginning as a daycare teacher, later running my own daycare, and for the past 10 years working as a professional nanny. At the moment, I am available for nanny services, house help, and meal prep on Saturdays and Sundays.. My availability is from 6:00 a.m....
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Hinsdale, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I am looking for a summer babysitting jobs. I will be available through August 8th. I am looking to work with 1 to 3 children. I have been driving for over 4 years and have a clean driving record. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I was a nanny/mother's helper for a 1-year-old the summer of 2022. The past 2...
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Elmhurst, IL

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$28/hr
11 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm Nadia, 30, Chicago born & raised. 10+ years of professional childcare exp. in various roles from mother's helper to FT Nanny/House Manager. Usually work in house manager roles & say my job style is "family assistant". Attentive childcare with household management, organization, & daily operational support. Worked with ages...
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Swimming supervision
carpooling
I live in Bristol IL near Yorkville IL I have experience working with kids as a babysitter for two years and as a before and after school counselor for one year. As a before/after school counselor I was in charge to plan the activities of the day and it was something that I very much enjoyed. I have worked with elementary school...
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Nurturing, Professional And Down To Earth

Lockport, IL

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Gianna. I have been caring for children of all ages from 3 mos - 14 years old for the past 14 years. I have traveled to different countries & states, been a live-in nanny, a "mothers helper", taken courses in childcare, and worked through an agency so I'd consider myself professional. Some of my greatest...

Heather G. says "I simply adore Gianna & so does my 4 year old son! She became family when she nannied him for years, beginning when he was a newborn. She's my 1st...

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Experienced Nanny / Newborn Helper/ Multiples / Animal Lover Available ASAP

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My spirit is one that could make even you become your inner child again! I have over 20 years experience loving others' children: 5yrs as a nanny to 4 under 4, A caretaker for 3 newborns until after 1yr, & experience with neurodivergent children. My favorite experience has been working for S. A. S. E. D w/ visibly impaired...

Heather H. says "Kate is just wonderful with kids. Any family would be lucky to have her."

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Postpartum Doula Available For Newborn Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a postpartum doula specializing in the care and support of newborns and their parents just before and just after birth as well as a beloved nanny for over 15 years now. I am currently looking to help supplement care for families-specifically those with newborns or infants-on an occasional or part time basis! Open to any...

Erin M. says "We were sad that we were not able to hire Becca FT due to our schedule but she was great with our 3mo old during an afternoon trial. She was calm and...

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Babysitter/nanny/helper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I haven't babysat in a few years, since I was in high school but I'm very good with all ages of kids was involved in a lot of sports and clubs in high school so I would be able to help with practicing. I'm also very good at helping with homework.

Brenda B. says "Hi Anna for some reason I'm unable to chat with you. Can you send another message?"

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Cashmear M.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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Experienced Patient Helper

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I've worked with all ages between daycares, preschool, high-school, and nannying/night nannying for over 15 years; my area of expertise is newborn-2 y/o. I have multiple types of childcare certifications, first aid and CPR certs. I've nannied for children with: ADD, ADHD, OCD, autism, delayed physical/mental/emotional/speech...

Cass F. says "I was desperate for help during my 3rd trimester. Her flexibility with my changing schedule and circumstances was a lifesaver and my 2yo son really took to...

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Full-time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...

David F. says "Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also...

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Linda L.'s Photo

Tinley Park, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Vivacious, experienced helper and educator available for daily enthusiastic attention to your family. I am family oriented and have raised a daughter, who is still a major part of my life. I have always worked in a helping field, i. e. medical-as an EMT, CPR certified with a background in emergency medicine, labor and delivery,...

Madeline K. says "Linda met with our daughter and was punctual, kind, and very qualified."

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  • 60 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of March 2026

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in La Grange, IL

Mother's Helpers in La Grange, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed mother's helpers

Elizabeth F.

Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great...

- Elaine F.

Gianna L.

I simply adore Gianna & so does my 4 year old son! She became family when she nannied him for years, beginning when he was a newborn....

- Heather G.

Kate H.

Kate is just wonderful with kids. Any family would be lucky to have her.

- Heather H.

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 1 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 La Grange, 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 $18.00.

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