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Mariah S.

Full Time Nanny Or Mother's Helper

Lorton, VA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
I worked as a full time nanny during the Summer of 2021 and 2022. I nannied for twin boys age 5 and then nannied for 3 boys between the ages of 8 and 14. Some activities we did included arts & crafts, hikes, nature walks, biking, water play, sport games, board games, building toys, building forts, play dates, and going to the...
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Easygoing Experienced Nanny/Mothers Helper Available Full-Time

Alexandria, VA

4.9(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I've lived in Alexandria, VA all of my life. I attended private school from kindergarten to 7th grade & have attended University. I've worked for two church preschools and have been the lead teacher for students 2-5 years old. I have two sons one is a teenager now the other is a toddler. I've worked with many families with kids...

Care Member says "Christine was fantastic. She was punctual, professional, and personable, and our 2 boys (ages 2 and 5) really liked her. She played with the boys the...

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Burke, VA

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$14/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a recent college grad looking to work over the summer before I relocate. I am energetic, responsible, organized and enthusiastic. I have been helping with kids for the last 5 years, with age ranges from 6 months old to 8th graders. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, mothers helper and camp counselor and am...
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Part-time Sitter/ Weekend Helper!

Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Keaira and I am a recent college graduate, looking to continue my education locally. I have over nine years of experience caring for children. I have worked with children ages one month to 14 years old. Before becoming a sitter/nanny I worked as a summer camp counselor and after school program counselor. Some...
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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
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 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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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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Springfield, VA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a reliable and caring mother's helper with experience supporting families and working with children ages 4-5. I am comfortable caring for one child at a time and enjoy creating a safe, positive, and structured environment. I can assist with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and daily routines to help make your day...
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Nanny Of 4+ Years

Woodbridge, VA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very outgoing, trustworthy nanny with experience of four plus years! I specifically love infants and toddlers as majority of my experience is with infants as early as newborn all the way to kindergartners! I have been a full time nanny for four years but started babysitting long before than, I also have experience...
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Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Hello! My name is Princess . I'm currently a Health Science student at Northern Virginia Community College and a future Dental Hygiene student at Virginia Commonwealth University. I have a passion for working with children and love building meaningful bonds with them. I've gained valuable experience as a coach counselor at Rich...
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Springfield, VA

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$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Compassionate, reliable nanny and household helper with 8+ years of experience supporting families and caring for children of different ages. I take pride in creating a safe, structured, and positive environment where kids feel supported and parents feel confident. In my current role as a house manager and nanny, I assist with...
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Child care

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
-Hi! I'm Sarah, and I am 18 years old. I grew up in Ohio, and I am an incoming sophomore at Ohio state. I recently moved here and would love to find a summer nannying/babysitting job! -I am Red Cross CPR certified. I have experience in coaching the little lion runners club at my elementary school, the exceptional Olympics...
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Child Care

Clifton, VA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hey Families, My name is Kathleen, I'm 28 years and I'm from Brazil and I'd love to be considered as your next family helper! I love taking care of kids, taking them to explore new places, playgrounds, help in their development and giving them lost of love! I'm a very good driver and also have swimming skills and I know on...

Care Member says "Kathleen is an amazing young woman who has excellent communication skills, is highly dependable, has solid judgement, and is always honest. She watched...

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Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I'm Leah, and I've loved looking after little kids since I was old enough to walk. I'm choke save certified and have basic first aid training, and thanks to my experience as a veterinarian's assistant, very comfortable around and caring for pets. I have also worked as a camp counselor and mother's helper, and I am fully...

Care Member says "Leah was an incredible nanny for our daughter and quickly became part of our family. Leah started nannying for our daughter when she was 3 months old....

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Child Care

Clifton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Samantha, and I've been babysitting for children of all ages for about 12 years! I started as a mother's helper around the age of 10 and have been nannying and babysitting ever since! I recently graduated from VCU with a bachelor's of science in criminal justice. Throughout my time in Richmond I worked for two...

Javier C. says "Sam has been watching our two year old for 6 months now. She came regularly during the school year and now helps us out whenever we need, watching both...

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Teacher - Looking For Extra Work - Loves Kids

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
I have a playful personality and genuinely care about kids. I understand that kids are high energy and constantly on the go and that is why I find them so fun. I am dependable and trustworthy and more than capable of caring for children - as I am by trade an elementary school teacher with over 20 years of experience. I am able...

Miriam L. says "Reliable, punctual and friendly."

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Cheerful Babysitter And Awesome Helper

White Plains, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
My name is Christeena. but everyone calls me Chrissy. I graduated from an Academy in May 2020 and am attending University for my sophomore year this fall. I have been babysitting for a few years and I love kids. I have worked with all ages ranging from 8 months old to 12 years old. I am available during the weekdays and on...

Kimberly P. says "Chrissy worked with our family as a recurring baby-sitter afternoons and weekends for a year until we moved out of state. She is absolutely wonderful,...

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Babysitter/Mother's Helper

Falls Church, VA

3.3(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
Hello, my name is Martha and I am looking for work in child care. I have 10 years of experience caring for children as young as 2 months. I have my own transportation and can transport children to and from places as needed. I was recently caring for 2 children full time, but that work has stopped due to the pandemic. I do not...

Anamaria L. says "We hired Martha on short notice to help us take care of our 18 months old granddaughter. She arrived before the scheduled time. She was wonderful. She...

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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
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 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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Soon To Be Helper

Arlington, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts along with homework and other activities. LOVE PETS!
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Falls Church, VA

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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  • 49 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of March 2026

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Lorton, VA

Mother's Helpers in Lorton, VA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 49 listed mother's helpers

Christine W.

Christine was fantastic. She was punctual, professional, and personable, and our 2 boys (ages 2 and 5) really liked her. She played with the...

- Care member

Kathleen B.

Kathleen is an amazing young woman who has excellent communication skills, is highly dependable, has solid judgement, and is always honest....

- Care member

Leah K.

Leah was an incredible nanny for our daughter and quickly became part of our family. Leah started nannying for our daughter when she was 3...

- Care member

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 Lorton, 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 $30.00.

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