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60 part time child care are listed in South Plainfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 5 years
Part time child care in South Plainfield, NJ
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Meriem! I have experience in child care for 8+ years.
I am reliable, mature, loving, trustworthy, energetic, flexible, family/people oriented and dependable.... I'm punctual and prompt with the flexibility to provide quality child care to busy parents.
I am open to full time, Part time, occasional, weekends, night...
Meriem can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Meriem took care of our 8 month old for about a month. We felt comfortable within the first 2 days and were confident to leave for work. She was able to keep the baby entertained and was punctual with my daughters food and sleep times. She worked 9 hrs a day on our...
Hari V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, for children between the ages of 1 to 16! I have worked with children in many capacities: tutoring, youth theatre, summer camps, church services, and in-classroom assistance. I'm passionate about encouraging creativity and imagination in kids, and I am skilled in coming up with...
Alison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my...
Megan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathleen. I am interested in positions such as babysitter, nanny, dog walking, housekeeping etc. I am a college graduate holding a BA in Sociology and a minor in Psychology and one course away from teacher of the handicapped certification. I have a work history of 18 years plus with the state of NJ. I have also worked...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."
Heather F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Nathalia! I have my Masters in social work. I have been a babysitter for about 6 years now. I consider myself responsible, reliable, and patient. I am currently looking for occasional weekend jobs.
Nathalia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My daughter (9) really enjoyed her time with Nathalia! I hired her to look after my daughter during the summer for a couple of days while I worked. Would recommend!"
Sab E.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Claudia. I have a 16-year-old boy . I love working with children . I am responsible, mature, loving, playful and honest. I have more than 15 years of experience in taking care of infants to 13 years old. I worked at a child care center in New Providence, NJ for more than five years. Also , I did work for different...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Claudia is mature, patient and very kind with my rambunctious children. She focuses on playtime and learning, and isn't the kind of babysitter that would plop your kids in front of a TV screen. She coordinates mealtimes with the kids too."
Jessica R.
5.0
(1)
My name is Ashley, and I'm looking for a part-time job while I am in my fieldwork for occupational therapy. I graduated from Penn State in 2021 and am in my 3rd year of graduate school. I have experience as a nanny, paraprofessional, and direct support professional in a group home. Please message me for my resume!
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley has nannied for my family for 2.5 years. Watched and helped to make both my babies grow! She is a genuinely loving and caring person. Don't walk, run! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver "
Becky N.
3.3
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Heather and I have been around kids most of my life. I have worked at a daycare since I have been 19, mainly as an assistant teacher. I have worked with infants up to preschool. I also was lead teacher for a short time with toddlers. I worked with family friends set of twin for a little over a summer. I have worked...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"We interviewed Heather but could not hire her because of the long commute. It is rare to find someone as responsive and honest about a position as Heather. She offered to work out partial hours just to get us through a rough patch. Would have loved to hire her! "
Shweta V.
5.0
(1)
hi! My name is Lindsay, I've been taking care of children for a little over 9 years. Between babysitting jobs and volunteering at my local church for Sunday school childcare and the annual VBS, there's never been a time where I haven't been around children and I love it! I also have a child of my own, who will turn 1 soon so I...
Lindsay can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We love Lindsay! She has cared for our 18 month old son both at our home and in the church nursery (that I oversaw for a year) many times in the last year and half. She has a real love for children. Lindsay is quick to make children comfortable with a perfect...
Christa K.
Karla C.
Watchung, NJ
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Karla. I have experience working at a daycare in Warren for 3 years. I also have worked for plenty of families on care. com. I have 2 wonderful children a girl and a boy. Ages 10 and 7. I'm very flexible and reliable . I'm currently looking for a part time job from any time 9am-2 p.m. . Hope to hear from you soon !
Karla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Karla is a wonderful and dependable sitter. She mainly watched my 10 month old and she loved her. I felt very comfortable leaving my infant in her care and will definitely be using her in the future. "
Sweta D.
Jocellyn B.
New Brunswick, NJ
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have received both doses of COVID-19 vaccine and am boosted. I have both CPR/First Aid requirements. I am a fun loving graduate student who just completed her Bachelor's this May on a full academic ride to Norfolk State University! I am currently completing my Master's of Biomedical Sciences at Rutger's University with hopes...
Jocellyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"JoJo was great with our 8 month old daughter. Watched and changed her during the day, fed her solids and bottles. She was attentive caring flexible and professional."
Scott H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Shikha and kids have been such an important part of my life as long as I can remember. I have 2 wonderful nieces (ages 4 and 6) who I have watched since the moment they were born. I have about 2-3 years experience working in a daycare/summer camp with infants - 5-year-olds and I also worked at The Children's...
Shikha can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
(2)
- daycare experience (infants-5) (6years)
- nanny experience (1 year)
- full time or part time
- curriculum and developmental goals
- loving & nurturing
- love to have fun!
Kristine can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristine is a fabulous caregiver! She is nurturing, organized and focused and will excel anywhere"
Cristen E.
Karina G.
Fords, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.2
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Karina! I am a part-time daycare teacher in the summer, and I am a floater while I'm in school. I currently go to school full time and I've been working at the daycare for about 4 years. I have much experience with kids of all ages, ranging from ages as young as 6 months - 10 years old. I have nannied for multiple...
Karina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karina is wonderful! She was a huge help with the kids while we worked from home and she is a reliable caregiver and extremely responsible! She cares for my children as if they were her own! She's awesome!"
Maria L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Kiara. I am currently a college student and I am looking to work Part-time or Full-time. I enjoy children a lot being that I have a lot of younger family members, so I was always designated as the "go-to sitter". I have an open availability and I am willing to help out! My favorite things to do are arts and...
Kiara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My little one loved spending time with Kiara. She was always on time and completely dependable. I recommend her to anyone."
Jacqueline L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a energetic organized and loving individual to finds caring for children a passion. I have experience working with children ages 0 to 12 in many different capacities. For starters I have experience working as a registered behavioral technician providing behavioral services for children on the autism spectrum as well...
Ali can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ali is a true gem. She is a sweet, kind, responsible young woman who genuinely enjoys being around kids. My children ADORE her, as do I. Simply put, she is an extraordinary role model for young children, someone I have the utmost confidence in, and I can't...
Amy D.
5.0
(2)
I am currently a full-time Lead Teacher at a childcare center looking for an opportunity to do something fun and entertaining during my free time and to earn some extra money while at it. I've breezed through the site, and I see some interesting possibilities that I may enjoy. I have some experience in this area, so I figured...
D'onna can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"D'onna is a very loving and kind person. Shes a very responsible takes the time out to make sure that others are good before she makes sure that herself is good. She's a warmhearted person who has a beautiful smile that could warm the hearts of those who maybe...
Breanna F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an older mom of an 11-year-old daughter and have been her primary caregiver for most of her early years since my husband worked 12 hour days. I've been responsible for watching many of my daughter's friends, prepared meals for them, ensured that they had activities to keep them busy and have driven them to activities. I...
Nadine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very kind, punctual and dependable. Never had problem with her schedule in 2 years she is helping us."
Anil S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for over 8 years both live-in and live-out, as well as sitting for occasional date nights. I had the experience of caring for children of a number of diverse families, for which I am thankful, for I have gained a lot of knowledge of different cultures and their traditions, whether it be food, religion, etc....
Aarika can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Aarika to be a nanny for our infant son. She is a wonderful person and very knowledgeable about caring for children. We did not end up hiring her (had nothing to do with her), but I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of nanny!"
Joshua S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Jessica. I am a Occupational Therapy Assistant right now at Irvington School district. I have experience working with both regular and children with disabilities. I have been babysitting over 10 years now. I have an understanding of food allergies and I have been educated on administering an EPI Pen. I am a strong...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica was our baby's nanny over the summer. She took great care of our 4 month old baby. Jessica was very kind, thoughtful, caring, and engaging with our baby. It was wonderful having Jessica as our nanny."
Prajakta S.
4.5
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for many families. I am also oldest in my family so I cared for brothers and many cousins throughout the years. I cook, and clean. I do it all. I give 150 percent. I am loyal, punctual love children animals, and I am a neat freak. My first and foremost priority is the safety and happiness of your child. I have...
Charlene can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
4.0
"Charlene worked for me briefly watching my child and housekeeping. My child took to her immediately. Charlene is loyal, meticulous, and easy to talk to. I unfortunately had to let her go due to a change in my job hours. I wish her the best."
Bhuvana S.
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in South Plainfield, NJ
Meriem Z.
5.0
Meriem was fantastic! She was warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease.
We hired her during our family summer visit in NJ for 43 days.
She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our baby’s activities, followed the...
- Care member
Alison C.
5.0
Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my children around locally, which I don't...
- Megan M.
Kathleen K.
5.0
We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic.
- Heather F.
Nathalia G.
5.0
Nathalia is exceptional with children! My 5.5 and 2.5 year old loved her. We wish she didn't have to move so far away. Nathalia is focused, dedicated, thoughtful and caring. She always has fun and creative ideas for crafts, games and activities. She continuously keeps the kids engaged in thoughtful...
- Megan C.
Claudia G.
5.0
Claudia is mature, patient and very kind with my rambunctious children. She focuses on playtime and learning, and isn't the kind of babysitter that would plop your kids in front of a TV screen. She coordinates mealtimes with the kids too.
- Jessica R.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in South Plainfield, NJ
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in South Plainfield, NJ?
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 NJ is $19.20.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in South Plainfield, NJ?
To safely hire part time child care near you in South Plainfield, NJ, 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 South Plainfield, NJ?
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 South Plainfield, NJ 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 South Plainfield, NJ?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in South Plainfield, NJ, 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 South Plainfield, NJ?
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 5 part time child care providers near you in South Plainfield, NJ who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.