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60 part time child care are listed in Portage, MI
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 6 years
Part time child care in Portage, MI
Brittany F.
Kalamazoo, MI
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter, Pet Sitter, House Cleaner And Odd Jobs
I've spent a lot of time working with children. I started back in 2012 when I volunteered in orphanages in South Korea when I was studying abroad. I did this for one year. Then I also have worked within the school system as a part of the Michigan Gear Up Program at Western Michigan University. I served as the site coordinator...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Claudia and I am a speech therapist living in the Kalamazoo area. I am looking for a part time nannying job for the summer, as I will be on school summer break. I have experience with a range in age of kiddos from 2-15, and I pride myself on my integrity, sense of humor, and ability to change and adapt to new...
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Alison C.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Alison. I am currently 23 and starting cosmotology school in October. I have babysat for family members and many family friends throughout the years. I love interacting and doing activities with children such as sensory play, social/emotional development, or developing their fine and gross motor skills! I am...
Alison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Connie. I'm an experienced childcare provider with 10 years of experience in teaching and childcare. Seeking part-time babysitting and nanny fill-in opportunities to provide compassionate and reliable care for children of all ages.
My current availability:
3:30-7:00 p.m. Mon-Thu-Fri
9:00-2 p.m. Tue &...
Connie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaelynn K.
Vicksburg, MI
$17-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
I graduated from GRCC with my associate's degree in Early Childhood Education in 2018, and did some nannying part time while earning my degree. Since January of 2018, I have been employed at a small daycare center, and worked in the preschool classroom as an aid from Jan 2018-Mar 2019 and in the infant classroom as the lead...
Kaelynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Natalie, I am a college student at Western Michigan University studying nursing. I am looking for a part time job while in school. I am CPR certified and BLS certified.
I'm looking for a family that would need a nanny a few days out of the week.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, outgoing, and...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Juliana R.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am currently a graduate student with a full time class schedule. I have always loved working with kids and thought that babysitting would be a great, flexible job.
I started working with kids when I was 15. I babysat for 3 families in my neighborhood. I was a nanny over the summer during undergrad for a family for 4 summers....
Juliana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hope B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a senior at WMU currently looking for a part time babysitting job. I am the oldest of four children and have had years of experience with babysitting.
Hi I'm Lilly and a Junior in college studying Aviation and Aerospace Science, I am fully online so I have very flexible availability! I have been a long term nanny to a couple family's and have grown special bonds with all the kids I've worked with. The family's I have worked for before would say that I am very hands on and love...
Lillian can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
I am a 39-year-old mother of a 2 1/2 yr old. Before becoming a stay at home mom, I worked as a receptionist. I am looking to make some extra money to help out with expenses. If the right job comes along I would also be putting my daughter in daycare a couple days a week. I love playing and socializing with children of all ages....
Roberta can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi! I'm Makayla but everyone calls me Mak. I started childcare when I was about 11 years old and have babysat all ages since then. In 2018, I was a part time nanny for three children with special needs . I did all the things - cooking, cleaning, chores, appointments, daily medication, homework help, grocery shopping, etc. After...
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Olivia M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am 24 years old. I currently am a part time nanny for a family with 4 children (ages 20 months, 4, 6, and 9) and am looking for another amazing part-time family! Prior to that I was a lead teacher at a learning center for kids ranging from infants to 3 years of age. I have been working with kids...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Taylor. I am 27 years old and just recently became a new mom in January to my son. Looking for part time work, anywhere between 10-20 hours a week. I really love working with family who can be flexible with great communication! I am a former nanny of 3 years to a wonderful family who just moved :( Not only am I...
Taylor R. can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 children, both boys, ages 25 and 22. I have a degree in Elementary Education. I've taught 3-year-old preschool, 4-year-old preschool, Kindergarten, been a paraprofessional for grades 3-5, and am currently finishing up my job as a Nanny for 5-year-old twin girls that I've been with for the past 4. 5 years. They are...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Mary has been our nanny for almost 2 years now and the only way I can describe her is amazing. She is patient, kind, dependable, and dedicated. She goes above and beyond on a daily basis. I have two two-year-olds and they absolutely love her. She brings daily fun...
Brandy M.
Anneka L.
Kalamazoo, MI
$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have completed my Fine Arts degree and am currently finishing up my Gender and Women's Studies minor and I am looking for part-time work. I am a singer and a professional dancer and actor. I love children and have been babysitting and teaching for many years. I enjoy pets, being outdoors, art, and telling stories. I am...
Anneka can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Anneka has a maturity level and depth of character beyond her years. She is honest, fair, kind, and follows through on the tasks before her. She has an ever-present beautiful smile and a heart for service. She would be a great blessing in any capacity. "
Lori R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Childcare and education are passions of mine that I hold dear to my heart. I'm currently in school part time for my early childhood education degree. 2015 is the year I decided to become a nanny, though I've been taking care of children since I was 11. The ages of my previous charges were newborn to 14. I was a full time nanny...
Felicia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Felicia is great! She's dependable, respectful, always on time, and my son adores her."
Kristina M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Grandma who is retired from a career of 20+ years in youth development. I have worked for various families in the greater Kalamazoo area for the past 10 years. Currently I'm only seeking one-time or short-term positions. References are available. Previous experience: I volunteered as tutor 2-4 days a week for 2nd and 3rd...
Debra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Debra took care of my baby and toddler. They loved her! She was very patient and loving. Would highly recommend!"
Cassia S.
Hannah L.
Battle Creek, MI
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Hannah, I stayed for the rest of my college career because I loved the children, parents, and job. I bring both energy and organization to childcare. I'm reliable, a little bit of a clean freak so trust me, ill do my part, have my own car, and am eager to help out with part-time or occasional care. Let's chat!
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Hannah has been our toddler son's nanny for over 8 months now. I have never had any worries regarding the level of care he is receiving while I am working. He is sad when she leaves so I know he enjoys his time with her!"
Alicia H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a full-time teacher looking for occasional afternoon/weekend positions and/or part-time summer positions. I have my Bachelors Degree in teaching and a Masters Degree in the field of Education. I am CPR/AED/First Aid Certified. I love working with kids of all ages and can work with multiple kids at a time with ease. I...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelsey has a passion for children, is patient, caring, and dependable."
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30 plus years of child care experience. From 1990 to 1994 I was a live-in nanny in the Boston area, 1998 to 2005 I was a licensed home daycare provider, in 2018 I went back to nannying and am currently full time with a family. When I have the time, I pick up evening and weekend jobs.
Rhonda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rhonda was so helpful to me on relatively short-term notice. She's kind and friendly, and clearly devoted to her work caring for kids and adults. I am definitely looking forward to her sitting for us again!"
Emily S.
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in Portage, MI
Mary R.
5.0
Mary has been helping us out this whole summer. She is always on time and is very easy to communicate with. She always comes with fun activities for the kids and my kids adore her. They always ask when she is coming back! She goes above and beyond my expectations and I we would recommend her to...
- Sharlee Z.
Anneka L.
5.0
Anneka has a maturity level and depth of character beyond her years. She is honest, fair, kind, and follows through on the tasks before her. She has an ever-present beautiful smile and a heart for service. She would be a great blessing in any capacity.
- Lori R.
Felicia W.
5.0
Felicia is great! She's dependable, respectful, always on time, and my son adores her.
- Kristina M.
Debra B.
5.0
Debra is incredibly kind and my daughter loved her. She was available last minute notice for a date night out, which was so helpful. I would recommend her and certainly hire her again.
- Jhai S.
Hannah L.
5.0
Hannah has been our toddler son's nanny for over 8 months now. I have never had any worries regarding the level of care he is receiving while I am working. He is sad when she leaves so I know he enjoys his time with her!
- Alicia H.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Portage, MI
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in Portage, MI?
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 MI is $15.64.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in Portage, MI?
To safely hire part time child care near you in Portage, MI, 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 Portage, MI?
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 Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Portage, MI, 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 Portage, MI?
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 14 part time child care providers near you in Portage, MI who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.
Ratings for Portage, MI part time child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Part Time Child Care in Portage, MI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care.