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Brittney F.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello families! My name is Brittney, I am a recent graduate of Bridgewater State University and hold a degree in Psychology. I have worked in many camp settings ranging from the Boys and Girls Club to overnight sleep away camps as both a volunteer and paid counselor. Outside of that I have dedicated much part time work to...

Denice M. says "I was very impressed with Brittney from the initial phone interview to the face to face meeting. She was taking notes to make sure that she was able to...

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Arlene C.

Part-Time Babysitter

Belmont, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I worked as a babysitter in the Greater Boston area for five years while in college at Brandeis and then for two years in New York City, and while in Miami for Law School. I am now living in Belmont while my partner completes residency at BCH (which means I've got nights and weekends mostly free). And we have a wedding to save $...

Dean W. says "Arline watched my son regularly and was very professional, reliable and a pleasure to have helping us out. She is very happy, energetic and loves kids. I...

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Pakavadee B.

Friendly Sitter, Kind And Active

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hi Families! I am looking for full time or part time position. Start in September, 2025. I graduated of nursing from Thailand. I have experienced about 2 years of newborn, baby and experienced over 5 years of kids (age 1-12). I am very kind and patient. I love doing imaginative play, reading, arts and crafts, preparing snack,...

Anna B. says "Kaning is a wonderful person and a great sitter! She worked full-time with us in May-June 2023 and took care of my 2.5 year old. My son loved her and she...

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Francesca C.

Full Time Nanny Available

Revere, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
I have been professionally working with children for over 10 years. I worked at child care service for 3 years working my way up from a part time assistant in infants to the infant program coordinator. I then took on a full time job for a family when I had watched both of their daughters as infants in my classroom. Their family...

Shauna D. says "Francesca was the lead teacher at our daycare for my son. She was great with the infants and worked well with the parents. She has not worked for us as...

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Rebecca P.

Compassionate And Dependable College Graduate Available For Occasional And Part-Time Childcare

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello! My name is Rebecca. I work as a nursing assistant at Boston Children's Hospital, and I have several years of experience as a nanny and babysitter; as you may have guessed, I love spending time with children and getting to know them! One of my most important goals as a caregiver is to support children's development by...

Elisenda G. says "Rebecca helped out with my daughter's 7th birthday party. She was sweet and helpful and great with all of the kids. I will definitely hire her again!"

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Caitlin M.

Somerville, MA

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Warm and professional nanny seeking part time nanny or regular babysitting positions. Looking for September 2024! I am currently a nanny for two children 2 years old and 4 years old which I have been with over a year. I plan to stay on with the current family but only for afternoons 2-5 p.m. therefore will have some morning...

Kathleen M. says "Caitlin worked for me for the last 3 months. She is amazing- your family would be lucky to have her. She is not only reliable, but she is super flexible...

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Ayramalys M.

Part-time Caregiver

West Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
I am 22 years old, and I am looking for a job with more hours as I do live on my own and need to pay bills. Feel free to reach out!

Kiara L. says "Ayramalys is amazing! When I was in school she would help me once a week with my 3 kids. She would pick them up from school, make sure they change into...

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Samantha O.

Part Time Caregiver

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
Hey! I'm Sam! I'm a former early education teacher turned birth and postpartum doula. I also work as a counselor at a residential program for women, specifically moms with substance use disorder. I'm looking to step away from that role while I continue to build my birth business. I have been working in Early Ed field since 2009....

Dana L. says "Sam worked with us for a full school year. She worked very well with our preschooler and middle school-er - and it is hard to find someone who can do both!...

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Kathlene S.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of experience from ages ranging from infancy to preteen. You name it, I've done it all. I am also a certified medical assistant and am CPR and First aid certified. I also formally worked with the volunteer ambulance.

Claudia H. says "Kathleen is incredible. She is reliable, punctual, trust worthy and amazing with children. She is also very knowledgeable about all things baby/toddler...

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Margaret L.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Maggie and I'm a college student and nanny looking to add some more hours of babysitting to my current schedule! I've been working with kids since I was 15 years old either working in a daycare, babysitting, or helping with little cousins! I'm 24 now so I've had years of experiences with multiple long term...

Casandra G. says "She was our after school sitter for two children for a couple of years. The kids absolutely adored her."

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Marianna S.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Newtonville, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
Over the years, I have cared for children of all ages, during evenings parents had to be elsewhere, assisting in managing after school programs, and tutoring and mentoring students.
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Margaret R.

Retired Mother Of Two, Looking For Family To Help Nurture

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
LOOKING FOR PART TIME : I am a fun, loving, playful, and experienced child care giver looking for part-time sitting! I have worked for several families - long term - during the last 10 plus years. My back ground includes life long involvement in childcare. I trained as a teacher, and even as a new mother I took in other children...

Miriam T. says "We have worked with Margaret for the last 2 years, and she is absolutely exceptional! She is extremely reliable, an excellent communicator, and amazing...

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Laura D.

Reliable And Charming Nanny Seeking New Family!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi, I'm Laura! I am an individual nanny located in Somerville looking to provide you with part-time childcare assistance. My current family, who has welcomed me into their lives for the last 2 years, has bittersweetly outgrown the need for a nanny. Therefore, I am looking for a new family to start a relationship with! I am an...

Adam B. says "Laura is an excellent caregiver. In my experience, she is kind, caring and thoughtful. Overall, a good influence on my baby brother and someone I would be...

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Arielle H.

Part-Time Babysitter

Randolph, MA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
I've babysat children between the ages of 2 and 13. I'm a mature, energetic, and a caring individual. I've driven children to activities, played tons of games, watched movies, done arts and crafts, and baked cookies and other treats. I also have three years of experience tutoring middle school children, as well as teens in high...
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Maria M.

Experienced Full-time Or Part-time Nanny Available

Revere, MA

5.0(1)
from
$31/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am Maria and have worked as a nanny for 15+ years. I have experience with infants, toddlers and the more complex behavioral issues that arise in older children. I love working with children, and in addition to my experience raising my own two older children, I have also volunteered to run a childcare group at my church....

Martin A. says "After 4 wonderful years, our family is preparing to send our youngest child to preschool and our beloved nanny is looking for a new job. Maria joined our...

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Rachel T.

Part-time Child Care

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
5 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I specialize in infants and toddlers. I have cared for children, who's ages range from 2 months old to 11 years old, most often my 6-year-old nephew. I have taken care of children in all developmental ages for many hours including meal times (bottle feeding, spoon feeding and cleaning), bath/bed times (nighttime routines,...

Amber B. says "Rachel has been an amazing nanny for our 6 month old. She is very warm and loving. I trust her to keep him safe at all times. She still comes for...

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Mary B.

Reliable Nanny!

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hi, my name is Mary! I am an energetic babysitter/Nanny with 7+ years of experience looking after children on weekday evenings, weekends, and school holidays. I am a mother myself. My daughter is 5-year-old and is currently attending school five days a week. Therefore, my schedule is pretty flexible and can be available full or...

Mary M. says "My kids love Mary. When she is over my children, G. 4 and C. 6, only want to play with their cousin Mary. She has lots of energy and keeps them entertained...

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Noelani S.

Occasional, Part-time Babysitter In Somerville Area

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Noelani. I am an experienced babysitter, having babysat from the ages 1-12 for 7+ years. Currently, I am available for occasional nights and weekends. I can book on relatively short-notice or plan weeks in advance. If you are looking for a more regular or full-time position, I'm still happy to connect in case...

Care Member says "Noelani is a top-notch babysitter! Both of our kids love her. Very creative and engaging. Consistently punctual and accommodating. Strongly...

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Michela T.

Part Time Babysitter

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Michela, I have experience working with children from infancy to teenage years. Every family and every child is unique, and I am able to work with the family and child to create the best experience for everyone involved. I am responsible, creative, and always down for a game that gets you up and moving! Please...

Craig W. says "Michela is totally delightful! Very punctual and organized and really engaged with my son"

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Eva G.

Part-Time Or Full-Time Babysitting

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Eva. I'm a 2018 graduate from Bates College, and currently work as a server. I have a real passion for working with children of all ages. I admire their unfiltered truths and love of life. I'm filled with energy and empathy. My goofball nature and ability to be quiet/calm when called for makes me a real toddler...

Shantanu J. says "Eva is awesome! She has been a wonderful babysitter for our ~1 year old daughter. Eva was her first babysitter, and it took time and patience to get...

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  • 60 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.92/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time child care is 5.0

Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Dorchester Center, MA

Part Time Child Care in Dorchester Center, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care

Brittney F.

I was very impressed with Brittney from the initial phone interview to the face to face meeting. She was taking notes to make sure that she...

- Denice M.

Arlene C.

Arline watched my son regularly and was very professional, reliable and a pleasure to have helping us out. She is very happy, energetic and...

- Dean W.

Pakavadee B.

Kaning is a wonderful person and a great sitter! She worked full-time with us in May-June 2023 and took care of my 2.5 year old. My son...

- Anna B.

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Dorchester Center, 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 $22.92.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Dorchester Center, 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.

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 Dorchester Center, 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.

When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Dorchester Center, 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.

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 13 part time child care providers near you in Dorchester Center, MA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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