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60 part time child care are listed in Merrillville, IN
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 10 years
Part time child care in Merrillville, IN
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello.
I am looking for a part time job as a nanny in my neighborhood.
I have started my career as a nanny in 2011. I have an experience with kids from newborn to 6 years old. My duties were to feed them, take them for a walk, play time, read books. Take them to kindergarten, to preschool and pick them up.
I am honest,...
Laima can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laima has been an ideal addition to our family, helping care for our son starting at 5 months. She is warm, caring and engaging with him, helping him learn and play with patience and joy. He always gives a big smile when we sees her, which warms my heart! I love...
Kathleen S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am mother of 10 and 14 years old.
I have full time job 7 :00 to 3:30 Monday to Friday , and I also work as Real Estate agent part time.
I am available evenings and weekends
I love playing with kids , doing arts and crafts , many other fun things. I am an outdoor person, I have taken my kids to any park I have heard about ,...
Gordana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was ahhh mazing!! My kids loved her and she stayed 30 minutes after the time expected! She cleaned my home while I was away and she was very professional 💗will hopefully have her over again ! "
Care member
I am a proud mother of 2 kids and a grandmother to 2 kids as well! I have been working in child care and adult care for all of my adult life. My husband and I moved to IN 4 years ago so I am looking forward to finding job closer to our new home.
Firuta can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Catherine O.
Highland, IN
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Fun, Loving Nanny Available Part Time Or Full Time
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
"Integrity" is one word to best describe me. "Compassionate" is the second word. I have been a caregiver for over 20 years and have vast experience with infants, preschool, grade school & high school age. I consider myself a nurturing, fun, smart, reliable caregiver, who is also a great listener. I enjoy making learning a game...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Cathy has been our nanny for about 1 month now. She is amazing with our 4 month old! She is very enthusiastic and engaging, and she knows the developmental levels very well. Our daughter bonded with her immediately. We have seen our daughter grow even more...
Samantha H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone,
I have been around children my entire life. I am the oldest of 5. The ages range from 24-9.
Mhejhana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mhejhana did an amazing job with my kids! I highly recommend her, she was prompt to reply and on time. She kept my kids engaged in activities and they had a blast! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My names Ava and I have graduated with a Bachelors in Psychology with minors in forensic science and criminal justice! I am now attending Butler University for my masters in Mental Health Counseling. I'm currently looking for part-time childcare jobs in Lake County! I have nine years of experience babysitting different...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ava is incredible and anyone would be lucky to have her as a helping hand. We hired Ava as a part time nanny the entire summer for my two daughters. Ava showed up a few minutes early to every shift and was extremely dependable. She was able to juggle the needs of...
Rose L.
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Kayley I love children and have about 5years of experience I would love to meet up or chat over text to tell you more about myself I have the following skill that I've gained in my 5 years of experience Patience, Problem-solving. ...
Communication, relationship building. ...
Multitasking, Time management and...
Kayley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Very respectful and responsible always on time great with my kids love her"
Ginger C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced house keeper, I do cleaning. I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Decluttering service, organizing service. Tidy up. I am currently looking for part time/ work or full time.
Norma can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
5.0
"Norma is passionate, kind, respectful and thoughtful. I believe she would be a benefit to you or your loved one."
Tricia S.
3.0
(2)
I have had a lot of babysitting experience in my background both within my family and outside sources. I have three much younger brothers so I assisted in raising them. I have also assisted a family friend by caring for her premature twins. I am extremely reliable and great with children. I love entertaining children and having...
Tracie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Janiyah L.
Gary, IN
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...
Janiyah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mama of a 1-year-old with experience nannying full-time for an amazing family whom I am still very close with. I also have been nannying part-time for even longer and still have some great relationships with the families. I love children and have coached youth basketball for the last 8 years. I am very outgoing and active,...
5.0
"Katie was a pleasure to have in our home. Never had to worry about pets or children."
Susan L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mother of one teenage daughter. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. I have cared for children of all ages.
Rosie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"I have known Rosie for about 15 years or so, we were once coworkers and then became friends. I have a son that is 7, and for the past 2 years Rosie has been babysitting part time. She has picked my son up from school, and she is still babysitting him. My son...
Debra P.
I recently changed careers. I work in a Middle School as a Paraprofessional. I also work part time in a Daycare/ Learning Center. I love being in the company of children! They are energizing and give me my sunshine! I enjoy helping with Math!
Looking forward to finding a good fit!
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Experience nannying a 1, 3, and 5-year-old. I love educational entertainment and any kind of puzzles or coloring!
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Hey guys my name is Eliana but people call me Lily! I am 23 years old! I've been a full time nanny and a part-time nanny for 11 years working with children ages of 5 months old to school age and I have 2 years experience nannying a children who are autistic! I'm going to school for my education degree...
Eliana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am a college student who is going into a Nursing Degree at Emporia State University. I have previous experience with caring for children ages newborn-teenager. I have a niece who is currently years old, but I have been caring for her since she was a new born. In addition, I used to aid camp counselors while I attended summer...
Kailee can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Heidy S.
Munster, IN
$13/hr • 1 yrs exp
I like working with kids because they're very fun and actually teach me a lot. I aim to get a bachelor's in Elementary education to be a teacher, and so working with children in my journey has been an enjoyable experience, even on bad days because I've always learned something or met a new personality.
One thing you should...
Heidy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I have a younger sibling who I take care of on a daily basis. I babysit for many people that I work with including infants and adolescents.
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Olivia F.
Crown Point, IN
$23-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Part-Time Nanny-Bachelor's Degree In Psychology And Studio Art
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Olivia, and I am a graduating student of Studio Art and Psychology, with a capstone in Human Development, at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. As a soon-to-be graduate, I am looking for a part-time job that will support my pursuit of a career in art and my husband's education; he will be in school for...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Carey S and I am an experienced babysitter and English education student at the University of Indianapolis, who is home for the summer. I've taken many education courses and done a lot of field experience focused towards spending time with children. I've been a summer camp counselor and babysitter for quite a...
Carey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in Merrillville, IN
Laima G.
5.0
Laima is great with our son and completely dependable. Our son really likes her, she is very attentive to him and keeps him engaged in playing and reading, and takes him on walks around the neighborhood. She also always finds ways to help around the house. My wife and I highly recommend Laima!
- Ryan F.
Gordana R.
5.0
I hired Gordana to help with errands around my house, and she was absolutely fantastic! She is professional, reliable, and an excellent multitasker—able to assist with anything we needed. Always on time and incredibly efficient, she made everything run smoothly. Her friendly and helpful attitude...
- Care member
Catherine O.
5.0
Cathy has been taking care of our 2 & 1/2 year-old son for about the past 8 months over which time we have felt very pleased and confident in the quality of care he has received. After initially reviewing Cathy's online profile and credentials, we anticipated that she would be a good caretaker for...
- Lindsay K.
Mhejhana W.
5.0
Mhejhana did an amazing job with my kids! I highly recommend her, she was prompt to reply and on time. She kept my kids engaged in activities and they had a blast!
- Care member
Ava T.
5.0
Ava is incredible and anyone would be lucky to have her as a helping hand. We hired Ava as a part time nanny the entire summer for my two daughters. Ava showed up a few minutes early to every shift and was extremely dependable. She was able to juggle the needs of my 6-7 month old and my 8 year old...
- Rose L.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Merrillville, IN
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in Merrillville, IN?
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 IN is $21.00.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in Merrillville, IN?
To safely hire part time child care near you in Merrillville, IN, 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 Merrillville, IN?
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 Merrillville, IN 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 Merrillville, IN?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Merrillville, IN, 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 Merrillville, IN?
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 3 part time child care providers near you in Merrillville, IN who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.
Ratings for Merrillville, IN part time child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Part Time Child Care in Merrillville, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care.