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Amanda V.

Super Helper

West Hartford, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am an energetic mother of three adult children and actively involved grandmother of two toddlers and one infant. I have ample experience with children and love to be hands on with activities. I raised my children in west Hartford and now enjoy taking my grandchildren to parks, museums, libraries and music classes. I have a lot...
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Caroline P.'s Photo

Avon, CT

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Caroline. I have 20+ years of childcare experience, having begun babysitting for neighborhood families when I was 13. I have provided care for 8+ families over the years, spanning in age from infant, toddler, young child to pre-teen. I am a caring, compassionate, creative, responsible and reliable individual who enjoys...
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Rocky Hill, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Cristina I am 29 and currently in the works of starting my own business creating an organic massage oils and candles line! I've always had a motherly side to me considering being the first born in my family and all my cousins. I have a sister and a brother whom are older now but I was always the go-to helper...
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Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I've always loved babies/children my whole life. I started as a mother's helper at the age of 13, and then when I got old enough, I started watching those same children on my own and then my friends started having babies, that I started watching. Then I applied for Early child Education to become a daycare provider. And I've...
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Laurie F.'s Photo

Ellington, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, my name is Laurie, I have 25+ years of experience taking care of children, 15 of which was working in a daycare setting and another 10 working at a fitness/community center in the childcare room. I was the supervisor for the kids room at a gym for a year and am well versed in 10+ ways to play tag, yoga(love cosmic kids) and...

Care Member says "Laurie babysat our toddler before he started preschool and was wonderful with him. She was very engaged with teaching and even taught him some sign...

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Brooke L.'s Photo

Waterbury, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a loving mom, wife, daughter, sister, friend, auntie, & one of my favorite roles a nanny/mother's helper! I have 16 years of caregiving experience with children of all ages. It's an honor to me when parents put their trust in me & allow me to care for and love their children! From September 2017 to December 2022, I was...
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Burlington, CT

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$23/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Sara. I have been working with children for almost a decade now, starting as a mother's helper and working every job in between from daycare worker to tutor to teacher! Working with kids is my favorite because they never cease to surprise me. Every child is different in new and brilliant ways and watching them...
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Crystal T.'s Photo

Meriden, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
About Me Hi! I'm Crystal - a caring, dependable, and detail-oriented helper offering cleaning, dog walking, and childcare in Connecticut. I'm here to help make your life easier, more peaceful, and more organized. Newborns to 12 years old Safe, patient, and engaging care Homework help, creative play, light meals Part-time,...
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Dana M.'s Photo

Granby, CT

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I moved to the area in February 2025 to be near family and I'm new to Care. com. I am very nurturing and love children of all ages. I was a single mom of three and I'm now expecting my third granddaughter. If you're looking for a caring, organized, helpful helper that would be me. Your children would be well taken care and I...
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Jessica B.'s Photo

Torrington, CT

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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
For as long as I can remember I have always enjoyed being around children. At the age of 10 I was a mother's helper and I've been involved in working with children ever since! I have 4 children of my own ranging from 14 years to 6 months old and being a mother is my greatest joy. I have an Early Childhood Education degree and...
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Tamara G.'s Photo

Meriden, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Tamara. I offer mother's helper-style support for families who need an extra set of hands rather than full-time or sole childcare. I'm most comfortable helping with school-aged children and older, and I focus on support tasks such as after-school supervision, homework help, meal prep, laundry, light housekeeping, and...
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Lily B.'s Photo

Simsbury, CT

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm a responsible, caring, and patient person who enjoys spending time with kids. I have a year of experience working with younger children as both a babysitter and a mother's helper, where I helped with daily routines, playtime, and keeping the kids engaged in a safe and fun environment. Even though I'm still building my...
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Katherine S.'s Photo

Manchester, CT

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Kasia! I am a Psychology gradate student with 10 years of childcare experience and a background in Child Development. I have nannied infants for first-time parents who worked from home. I have been a mother's helper for moms of newborns who needed help caring for their babies along with other young children in...
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Heather R.'s Photo

Vernon Rockville, CT

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Heather, a stay-at-home mom who knows how busy and overwhelming home life can get. I offer mother's helper services to help take some of the load off-whether that's folding laundry, doing dishes, tidying up, organizing, or helping keep the house running smoothly while you focus on work or family time!
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I Can't Wait To Be Your Kids' Next Helper!

Enfield, CT

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Meaghan, I'm 26 and live in Enfield, CT. I'm getting married next year and planning on having kids right after, so I'm always looking for more experience before taking that big step! I'd describe my personality as empathetic, attentive, creative. I like working with kids because they view the world in a positive...
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Fun, Skilled RN

Bolton, CT

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$25/hr
12 years experience
I'd describe my personality as friendly, loving, go with the flow, I like working with kids because each relationship you develop with children is special and unique, but always rewarding. Plus it's just good fun! I started working with kids when I was still a kid myself. My first job was at 11 yo as mothers helper for a...
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Vanessa P.'s Photo

Middletown, CT

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
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Giselle N.'s Photo

Meriden, CT

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Giselle, and I'm a graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I currently work in a public school and have 4 years of experience caring for and supporting children. I'm also a mother myself, which has strengthened my patience, understanding, and ability to create a nurturing...
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Maireni E.'s Photo

Torrington, CT

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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Maireni, and I'm a nanny with over six years of experience caring for children and young adults. I have hands-on experience working as a mother's helper with a 3-month-old, as well as experience in both home and school settings. I always prioritize safety, kindness, and creating a nurturing environment where...
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Jessica S.'s Photo

Cheshire, CT

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jess, I'm 21 years old and I was born and raised in Cheshire, Connecticut. I'm a recent college graduate from Elon University and will be back in Cheshire for the entire summer. Growing up, I was the oldest of 16 younger cousins so I was always the designated babysitter at family gatherings. I have eight years of...
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  • The average post rate is $17.00/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 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 West Hartford, CT. 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 $17.00.

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