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60 part time child care are listed in New Bedford, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 8 years
Part time child care in New Bedford, MA
Charlotte S.
New Bedford, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny With Background In Education
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old for a wide age range of children (from 2 weeks to 10 years). I was a part-time nanny for two children in Boston, MA for all 4 years while I studied for my bachelors degree. After college I began working in education administration and have been working in a school for the past 2....
Charlotte can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Charlotte was a wonderful babysitter. She babysat for us for over two years and we couldn't have been happier. She was great with our kids who absolutely adored her and she was extremely reliable and responsible. "
Dana M.
4.0
(4)
Born and raised in Portland, Maine. Relocated to New Bedford, Massachusetts.
A little about me:
When my youngest sister was born my father nicknamed me Mother Hen due to my nurturing nature and patience with her. Coming from a large family I have always gravitated toward childcare positions - During my high school career, I...
Maria can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maria was my family's nanny for a brief period of time while my wife was bedridden from an illness. During her time in our home she was nothing but pleasant. Our 5 year old son loved her and was sad to see her go. "
Michael O.
Kiana R.
New Bedford, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mature And Responsible Babysitter, Available Full And Part Time
4.3
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 22-year-old that loves children and always has. I currently work for a family through care, two days a week. I also have prior have day care experience as well as nanny experience infant- 6 years. I started babysitting at the age of 13 and worked at a day care for about a year working with infants-preschool. I am also...
Kiana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Just lovely. Great with my 6 month old. He already smiles when she walks in the door. On time always, and willing to do anything! Just a sweet girl and I absolutely recommend her for a trustworthy safe sitter."
Anna M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have many years (over 30) of childcare/babysitting experience, including extensive special needs experience. I also tutor in several subjects and work as a special needs & senior advocate. I enjoy interacting with children by actively playing, by reading, and by being creative with fun activities, which most parents really...
Geralyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Geralyn has her work cut out for her with my son. He is energetic and at times unfocused. She is always able to gently reel him in, and her tutoring skills (math) are stellar."
Jamie R.
I love reading, volleyball, swimming and children. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and I love it. I have babysat children as young as newborns to 12 or 13. I currently have 10 nieces and nephews from age 4 months to 11 years old.
I am 30, I am a high school graduate. Have been working in the healthcare field and I am...
Tiquana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been a family provider for several years. I have experience with children and adults with disabilities as well. My availability is anytime right now because I am not working right now. I love working with families and their children. I have 4 children of my own ranging from 4 years old up to 26 one with medical issues...
Lori can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting when I was around 15 years old. Having grown up taking care of my younger brother, and cousins I knew babysitting would be the right job for me. I have babysat for 5 different families throughout high school (children between the ages of 6-12 generally) and when I moved to Boston with my cousin and her two...
Alison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I work after school at a child care center and during school I work with preschoolers and I am in the process of getting my EEC certification. I enjoy working with kids and hope to work with them in the medical field someday. I have been working with children for years and I have...
Dariany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hey there! I'm Erika, I am from a family of five girls. My oldest sister has three daughters that I have helped care for as they grew up, my little sister also had a little girl in June 2023 so I do have a lot of experience with children. I have graduated with my Bachelors in Social Work and minor in Psychology. I am currently a...
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Former full time live-in nanny and newborn caregiver seeking part time opportunities.
I began caring for children professionally when I moved to college for nursing school in 2013. I had long term commitments with families in the Weston, Waltham and Newton area.
I currently work full time in healthcare. In my spare time, I...
Bridget can also help with: Light cleaning
I have been in childcare for around 6 years now, I study child development, psychology, and Holistic health. When I lived in New York I was on call sitter for about five families in my neighborhood that I accumulated all through word of mouth. I have worked with kids of all ages as young as 3 weeks old to 12 years old. I love...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Jessica. I'm here to help! I'm 23 years old with a beautiful 19-month-old daughter. Before I had my daughter, I had lots of experience caring for my godson(now 2. 5 years old) straight from birth. I was also a nanny in 2023 for a wonderful family, whom I still occasionally visit! My sister is also a part time...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Madeline S.
New Bedford, MA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Looking for a fun and reliable babysitter? I'm a 26-year-old museum professional who loves children, animals, and history. I have a wealth of experience creating fun, educational activities. I love reading, crafting, playing outside, and making up fun bedtime stories with the children I care for! I can help with light...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline is awesome. Showed up with cool science experiment that our son LOVED. Fun, friendly, sweet, smart! "
Care member
The ages I have watched are 6 months old to 13. I have many references and willing to have background check at request of the hiring person. I love children and also am available as tutor or homework help. I look forward to working with you.
Alysha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
I am a Social Worker/therapist for a local mental health clinic. I am currently working on my MSW. I was Supervisor of Child and Family prior to that. I am a mother and a recent grandmother. I am looking for something part time, as a means to stay connected to my passion of working with children.
Debra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for over 15 years and have been working with children for 20 plus years. I have experience with newborns, toddlers, twins, and triplets. I am currently an ABA therapist and sometimes nanny part time.
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jennifer cared for my children for 4 years. She did a wonderful job, reading, playing as well crafts and transportation. She was punctual, reliable and trustworthy "
Care member
3.5
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a Nanny/Sitter for children of all ages (newborn through pre-teen years). I am a CPR-certified nonsmoker. I'm seeking a part-time position working with an infant and/or older child/children. I am also available for Date Night Sitting jobs as well. I'm happy to provide references upon request.
Gina can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Gina for one night while in town for a wedding. We spoke multiple times ahead of the event and she even sent a candid picture of herself so my toddler could get to know her ahead of time. She was prompt, communicative and most importantly, good with my...
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Chelsey L.
Fairhaven, MA
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate And Creative Career Nanny W/ Music Performance Background
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
A career nanny and postpartum doula/lactation specialist with 15+ yrs experience caring for littles and their new families looking to connect with those in need of part-time support.
I graduated from Emerson College with a BFA in musical theater approximately 900 years ago (2010), so, must be okay with lots of singing! After a...
Chelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chelsey is truly a one in a million caregiver. We have known Chelsey since 2021. She came to our family when I was eight months pregnant and helped both me and my 2.5 year old son during the day with a full spectrum of caregiving activities (feeding, playing, potty...
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Allison G.
Acushnet, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello, I'm Allison and I am 29 years old. I love working with children and I have lots of experience from daycares, elementary school, high-school, private nanny , special needs children etc. I am currently on maternity leave and will not be returning to work at the high-school. I am looking for a lovely family who will welcome...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Allison has a way with kids. I've seen first hand with my children, especially when they are having a "moment" not listening and temper tantrums. She talks very calmly to them, doesn't lose her cool and get them to calm down! "
Caitlin I.
Hi I'm Sandra! I am a yoga instructor in the process of completing a graduate program to be a licensed mental health therapist. I love all animals and am looking for some part time pet care jobs to help afford cost of living while in grad school. I have a pet cat named Deary and have had pet dogs, cats and reptiles throughout my...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in New Bedford, MA
Charlotte S.
5.0
Charlotte is wonderful. She's reliable, responsible, and great with children. She sat for two 1-year-olds and had them sound asleep by the time the grown-ups got home. If you're looking for a warm, articulate, and dependable sitter, we'd recommend Charlotte.
- Julia B.
Maria F.
5.0
Maria was my family's nanny for a brief period of time while my wife was bedridden from an illness. During her time in our home she was nothing but pleasant. Our 5 year old son loved her and was sad to see her go.
- Michael O.
Kiana R.
5.0
Kiana has recently been working with my family and I can't say enough good things about her for child care! Punctual, dependable, helps around the house and really interacts well with kids!
- Juli T.
Geralyn B.
5.0
Geralyn is a sweet, reliable, responsible woman who brings a natural warmth and commitment to her work with the kids. She takes time to get to know the children, our routine, and what is expected of her and is very trust-worthy. Especially with our special needs child, Geralyn is very in-tune, and...
- Pamela W.
Madeline S.
5.0
Madeline is very professional, responsive, and organized. She was great with our 2 girls (1.5 and 3.5 years old) and came prepared with fun finger painting activities that were a big hit! We highly recommend Madeline to any family looking for a fun and responsible sitter!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in New Bedford, MA
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in New Bedford, MA?
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 MA is $20.47.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in New Bedford, MA?
To safely hire part time child care near you in New Bedford, MA, 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 New Bedford, MA?
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 New Bedford, MA 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 New Bedford, MA?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in New Bedford, MA, 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 New Bedford, MA?
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 15 part time child care providers near you in New Bedford, MA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.
Ratings for New Bedford, MA part time child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Part Time Child Care in New Bedford, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care.