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Lisamarie S.

Part-time Or Full-Time Childcare

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I'm a 58 yr old extremely experienced childcare and care giver. I am a single mother of 4 all grown and I would love to help you. I am highly recommended and experienced. Organization is key to success is my motto. This is extremely important when children are concerned. If you need an experienced childcare giver 35 yrs...

Joan M. says "I've known Lisa for almost 40 years. I have watched her raise her family basically single handed and all 4 of her young men have turned out to be...

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Ilana D.

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Ilana and I just graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a major in Early Childhood/ Childhood Education and a concentration in English. I have my NYS Initial Teaching Certificate (Birth - 6 grade). In the fall, I will begin earning my Master's Degree, part-time in Special Education at Queens College. I have about 5...

Callie O. says "Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside, read books...

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Allison G.

Fun, Active, Responsible Caregiver Available For Full Or Part Time Work ASAP

Merrick, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I my name is Alli. I'm a 41-year-old single experienced nanny/babysitter for over 20 years. I started by helping care for my oldest niece when she was born. I was 11 at the time. Kids have always been a passion of mine. I have dealt with new borns to 18-year-olds. I'm looking for a kind, down to earth family that I can become...
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Stefanie S.

Merrick, NY

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Stefanie! I am looking to work part time for a family; mornings before school/bus, day time hours! A little bit about me, I am from Merrick, NY, and currently attend Mercy University as a MS School Psychology graduate student. I currently work part-time as a Behavior Intervention Specialist, however I am looking...
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Brianna B.

Merrick, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am currently a second year grad student working towards earning my masters degree in Social Work. I am currently looking for a part time nanny/babysitting job. I am very experienced and have spent most of my life working with children. I have worked as a babysitter/nanny for over 10 years and worked at a camp for several...
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Julia E.

Fun And Creative Caretaker

Merrick, NY

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! I am a 23-year-old Binghamton University graduate. I am looking for part-time job working with kids of any age group! I am currently working freelance in the tv/film industry although my major consisted of courses in early childhood development. I am a creative and empathetic person able to create a safe environment! I can...
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Gabriella P.

Merrick, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
I'd describe myself as reliable, caring, and helpful. I really enjoy working with kids because I love having a positive impact on their lives. I've been told I connect easily with children, and I genuinely enjoy spending time with them. I'm currently majoring in Early Childhood Education with a minor in ABA, and I have...
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Kristina S.

Part Time Caregiver

Hicksville, NY

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I have experience with children from the ages of 2-12. My tasks have included playing with the children, giving the children a bath, slight meal preparation, changing diapers and putting the children to sleep while helping with their bedtime routine.
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Moksha P.

Bellerose, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Moksha. I am looking for a part time/ weekends/ date nights babysitting gig. I have 6+ years experience as a Nanny. I love working with children and consider it my life's work to help little ones to grow up into caring and loving adults. A little about me. * 6+ years as a nanny * Worked as a Speech Pathologist...

Kevin G. says "Moksha is AMAZING! She saved my butt while my wife was away and I was still working 50-60 hours a week. She worked all sorts of variable hours including...

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Kailey N.

Summer Caregiver Looking For Part-time Work!

Rockville Centre, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a Uni student and am looking for extra work during the summer! I love children, I grew up with a brother 10 years younger than I and babysitting was routine. On Sunday nights I currently provide childcare during a church service, where kids have been all with all kinds of temperaments. I am patient, hardworking, and...

Megan L. says "Kailey has been absolutely wonderful with our daughter! She has been with us for almost a year now. It was a very smooth transition to with me going...

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Samantha B.

East Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a kindergarten teacher looking for part-time work for the summer. I am certified B-2 and 1-6 General Education and Special Education. Before becoming a teacher I had over a decade of experience nannying children from 0-12 years old.

Jen L. says "Samantha came for an interview and was punctual. She was very pleasant and we were interested in hiring her, but then her schedule changed and it just didn't...

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Jodi J.

Part Time Or Full Time Childcare

Bethpage, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a mother of a 16-year-old son. I worked for 20 years in a nursing home as a recreational therapist and then eventually the department head. I stopped working at the nursing home to be around more for my son. For the past 6 years I have cared for a now 5-year-old and 9-year-old. My previous career as a recreational therapist...

Tara F. says "My kids have a great time when Jodi watches them and helps get them ready before school. "

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Christina M.

Part-time Caregiver

Rockville Centre, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
My name is Christina and I have a lot of experience babysitting and teaching. I also have this experience due to a previous job of mine working at a summer program with these ages. I am caring, nurturing and will make sure that your child is always well taken care of.

Mairead O. says "Christina is amazing! We have a very strong willed almost 3-year-old and she absolutely loved Christina! They played together for 2 hours straight. Can't...

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Kathy B.

East Meadow, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mother of three adult boys, ages 29, 28, and 25, and so I am very experienced in child rearing. My first and second son were very close in age, both in diapers at the time, but I Absolutely loved the experience, although hectic at times. My only regret is waiting three years to have my third son. I was able to work part...

Hali G. says "Kathy is an absolute gem! She is a kind, loving, and wonderful caregiver to our two children and puppy. She goes above and beyond to make sure they are all...

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Asia H.

Baby Nanny Of 15+ Years Experience Looking For A Part Time Job.

Amityville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
39year-old Compassionate, hardworking mother of one with an abundance of patience. Provided care for multiple families. Self starter, punctual and nurturing. Carried out daily activities to meet Childs physical and emotional needs. Mostly cared for babies ages 6 weeks-Age 5). Prepared bottles and solids for baby. Fed baby...

Care Member says "A Fantastic nanny for almost 5 years . She started when my son was 6 weeks old Asia is responsible, caring, honest, communicative and on-time throughout...

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Shoshana S.

Child care

Long Beach, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello families! I am an experienced nanny who is available immediately to provide part time or "date night" childcare. My available days/times of the week are pretty flexible, so I can try to work around whatever schedule you need. I am a mom to an 11-year-old boy (in school), and have extensive experience with children from...

Kristin C. says "Shoshana was professional, sweet, fun, and responsible… my son was sad he isn’t going to see her tomorrow. Highly recommend!!!"

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Lauren C.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Bellmore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Lauren and I am a graduate student at Hofstra University. I have multiple years of babysitting experience with children ranging between the ages of 3 and 12 years old. I would love to meet you and your child/children!

Tania S. says "Lauren was awesome. She was punctual, communicative and great with our 18 month old daughter. She wasn't afraid to get on the floor and entertain her,...

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Christina M.

Franklin Square, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have been working with children since I was a preteen. From there I went on to work for a day care full time. I started caring for my first family through the day care and worked 5 years for them till they moved. And many families after. I have tons of references. But my current family is amazing and I have been with them for...

Sarah L. says "She was the Nanny for our 2 children for over 3 years. We'll all miss her! "

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Frances D.

Full Or Part Time Nanny

Floral Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a kind, nurturing, responsible, health conscious mother of adult children. I have experience caring for children of all ages. I have a clean driver's license and references including the principal of a school in Floral Park where I was a lunch parent for 7 years.

Jessica E. says "We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Fran as part of our family's life. She watched my daughter from when she was an infant through to toddlerhood,...

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Yumilka V.

Love Working With Childrens

Hempstead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a nurturing and dependable babysitter with many years of experience caring for children of all ages including my own daughter. Being a mom myself I understand how important it is to have someone you fully trust with your little ones. I'm available for part-time babysitting, one-day jobs and date-night sitting. I bring...

Care Member says "She spends quality time with them and plays and learn. She has great attention and patience. She make sure there needs are always first. My kids love...

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

  • The average post rate is $23.86/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Merrick, NY

Part Time Child Care in Merrick, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care

Lisamarie S.

I've known Lisa for almost 40 years. I have watched her raise her family basically single handed and all 4 of her young men have turned out...

- Joan M.

Ilana D.

Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside,...

- Callie O.

Moksha P.

Moksha is AMAZING! She saved my butt while my wife was away and I was still working 50-60 hours a week. She worked all sorts of variable...

- Kevin G.

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Merrick, NY

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 NY is $23.86.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Merrick, NY, 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 Merrick, NY 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 Merrick, NY, 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 7 part time child care providers near you in Merrick, NY who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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