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60 part time child care are listed in Mechanicsburg, PA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 7 years
Part time child care in Mechanicsburg, PA
Kathryn S.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver Available Part-time Or For Occasional Babysitting
4.4
(16)
Hired by 62 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children ranging in age from newborns to teenagers. I am CPR, First-Aid and AED certified.
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Kathryn was amazing! My husband and I hired her to watch our two boys while we went out for our anniversary and we couldn't be more pleased with how she did. She kept us updated on how things were going throughout the evening and would text us she had a question...
Jennifer B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a dedicated educator currently working at a local elementary school. I bring over 10 years of experience working with children, including five years as a certified teacher. I hold all the necessary clearances and have a strong passion for helping young learners grow academically and socially. My background and...
Maura can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We are a company that was hosting an appreciation dinner for our investors at The Hershey Hotel in Hershey, PA. The dinner was adults only so we needed childcare for approximately 18 children total. We hired Maura, along with another provider, to work as a...
Paul F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I am a full time K-2 Learning Support teacher offering tutoring, babysitting, and pet care evenings and weekends.
TUTORING (ELA+Math, K-4): $20/ 30min or $40/hr
BABYSITTING: starts at $20/hr for 1 child (providing activities, routine care, transportation, meals, light...
Christa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We have never used care.com before, but thanks to Christa it was an amazing experience for us. She came prepared with games and activities for our 5 and 10 year old and they both absolutely loved her. She had fun with them while also sticking to my timeline for...
Christina S.
Julia S.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$21-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter/nanny for over 20 years, I have twin boys and a 3-month-old. I'm looking for a family who needs a part time babysitter during the week, drop off at my house. . Love playing outside and taking walks,
Julia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia is a wonderful young woman who is responsible, trust worthy and an overall fantastic addition to one's family. She was paramount in keeping our family of six both organized and operational. She will exceed your expectations."
Alysa D.
Amanda S.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Amanda and I have been babysitting and nannying for 7+ years. I have recently completed my degree in Elementary Education and will be teaching in the fall. I can help with tutoring over the summer if wanted. I am looking for a part time nannying or babysitting job. I am comfortable with all age ranges. I do...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Amanda nannied for us for about a year and a half. She was fantastic and was able to help my kids so much throughout the school year. We home schooled so she helped them understand some of the hard stuff. She always kept the house clean and the kids always had fun...
Emily P.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Chelsea. I am looking for full-time or part-time work. I have worked as a nanny for over 15 years. I have also worked at a daycare facilities for 5 years. I have cared for children of various ages, from newborns to 5-year-old children. I mostly work with infants and toddlers. In addition, I often provided...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We highly recommend Chelsea as a nanny! She was an exceptional caretaker for our infant son and she treated him and loved him like her own. Her professionalism and high standard of care made us feel at ease knowing that our son was in good hands. She follows proper...
Oliver L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rafaela, I have been in the United State for almost three years, I came here to do exchange program, I was the luckiest person to found wonderful family, my program is done and still with them full time, they helped me get in college, which I will start on fall, this why I am looking for part time job, to...
5.0
"Rafaela was prompt and sent me pictures. My daughter loved her"
Care member
Hello, my name is Lynn and I am looking for part-time or full-time work. Let me begin by saying that I have nannied on and off for the past 15 years. I have nannied for children as young as 12 months to 14 years of age. My schedule is very flexible. My services include but are not limited to picking up kids from school,...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graphic designer who owns her own design studio and enjoys working out and art in her free time. I have a nephew who is 9 years old and a niece who is 2 years old. I was fortunate to have lived with my nephew from the time that he was born to age 5. In terms of infants, I have a lot of experience through assisting my...
Ashlyn can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I am currently an Early Childhood Education Major with a concentration in Special Education at Temple University. I have worked with kids of all ages from babies, toddlers, elementary age, and middle school aged. I have babysat since I was 12 years old when I regularly watched a family of three boys ages 1-5. I have babysat...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Arden C. and I am looking for some part time nannying and family assisting. I have just returned from a year in France where I worked as an au pair. I can help with light housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, as well as tutoring and pet sitting!
Arden can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I am a new grad nurse employed full time at a local hospital. I have experience with infants and other aged children. Looking for part time work utilizing my skills to help pay back my student loans!
Danelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Shannon D.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom Looking For Something To Do While My Kids Are In School
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I was a center director at a Child Care Center for 13 years, I left because I wanted to be home with my children. Now they are in school all day and I would like to do something part-time. I currently clean several homes weekly. I love cleaning, organizing and doing wash. I have wonderful references that support that I am...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! I am a fun and reliable college student with a long history of childcare. I've spent 8 years babysitting for several families with kids ranging from infants to tweens, 2 summers carpooling, and 4 summers as a lifeguard and swim instructor! I love cooking, playing outside, crafts and finding creative fun ways to learn and...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with kids. I have two myself, but both will be in school soon. This is one of the reasons I am looking to help out a family needing part time help with their children. I have my own transportation along with booster and car seats. Willing to help with meals, I do love to cook. Light housework is also ok. I am also...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Amber H.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi families! I'm a 29y/o navy spouse with two kids of my own. I have been a stay at home mom consistently since my youngest was born, almost 5 years ago, during that time I have nannied/babysat full time, part time, and on an as needed basis. As a mom I'm fully aware of the need for trust and reliability when it comes to...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
I am a SAHM mom of one 7-month-old. I was a social worker for 12 years working with both older adults and children and adults with intellectual disabilities. I also worked part time babysitting on weekends with ages ranging from 2-10. I love staying active and doing activities with the kids. We do have one cat but she is old and...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I was a stepmom that became a stay at home stepmom 2013. I had 4 step children from ages 5-13. I have been a stepmom since 2005. Around 2009 I worked at the YMCA for about 4 years. I am currently a seeking a family to help out with child care. I prefer part-time but I would be ok with full-time if the hours are flexible for...
Shamala can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"If you are looking for someone who is reliable, punctual, and can control your crazy kids, Shamala is your girl. She is also willing to go any extra mile for our family and shows both compassion and discipline while caring for our kids. I'm grateful to have had the...
Michelle H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Sara and I would love to meet you! I love taking pictures, particularly of children because they don't hide their emotions. I'm a problem solver. I love puzzles, legos, and spider solitaire. My favorite music is piano music and I often have it playing in the background.
I can be strict or firm with setting boundaries,...
Sara can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sara has worked with me in early childhood classrooms and my family childcare. She is loving, nurturing, and consistent. She gets to know each child well and provides individualized interactions and activities. Children in her care make many accomplishments and...
Dee T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan and I'm 28 years old. I am currently a school counselor for a k-12 alternative education school and am looking for families that need part time help in the summer!
A little bit about me: I'm originally from Baltimore, Maryland. I graduated from Frostburg State University in May 2019 with my Masters degree...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our girls loved Megan! She was always early, very dependable, and always engaged in fun activities with the girls. Overall a great person to work with.
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David B.
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in Mechanicsburg, PA
Kathryn S.
5.0
We hired Kathryn/Katie to watch our infant son (8 weeks old) weekly while we needed to get big sister around to after school activities. She is so sweet and caring, communicated frequently with updates on him, and was easy to get a hold of. We definitely look forward to working with her again. She...
- Jimmy L.
Maura M.
5.0
We are a company that was hosting an appreciation dinner for our investors at The Hershey Hotel in Hershey, PA. The dinner was adults only so we needed childcare for approximately 18 children total. We hired Maura, along with another provider, to work as a sitters for seven children (including the...
- Paul F.
Christa O.
5.0
She is so lovely and kind. My kids love her
- Kaddijatou S.
Julia S.
5.0
Julia is a wonderful sitter! My daughter absolutely adores her!!
- Care member
Amanda S.
5.0
Amanda nannied for us for about a year and a half. She was fantastic and was able to help my kids so much throughout the school year. We home schooled so she helped them understand some of the hard stuff. She always kept the house clean and the kids always had fun when she was with them. She helped...
- Emily P.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Mechanicsburg, PA
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in Mechanicsburg, PA?
Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in PA is $16.00.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in Mechanicsburg, PA?
To safely hire part time child care near you in Mechanicsburg, PA, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.
What types of part time child care services are available near me in Mechanicsburg, PA?
The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Mechanicsburg, PA who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for part time child care near me in Mechanicsburg, PA?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Mechanicsburg, PA, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.
How many hours a week can I hire part time child care near me in Mechanicsburg, PA?
You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 16 part time child care providers near you in Mechanicsburg, PA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.
Ratings for Mechanicsburg, PA part time child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Part Time Child Care in Mechanicsburg, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care.