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Meryl S.

Part-time Child Care

Plainfield, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am dependable, kind, loving, nurturing, and have reliable transportation. I always listen to the parents' needs and keep them in the loop as to how the day is going. I am attentive to the child/children's needs. I was with a family for over 6 years. Those boys are like my grandchildren. I still see them regularly. I can...

Kathryne D. says "Meryl is an excellent nanny! She has taken wonderful care of our infant daughter for over an month, and our baby really enjoys being in her company....

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Hailey B.

Experienced Full-time Caregiver

Sterling, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Hailey! I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to teenagers. I have worked as a full-time and part time nanny for infants starting as young as 3 months old, and I also have experience with newborn care. I have also been the go-to for babysitting, overnight care, and day trips to the park and zoo...

Care Member says "Hailey has been working with us for about a year. She started taking care of our baby when she was about 5 months old and seamlessly settled into...

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Lisa W.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Danielson, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
My background includes 25 years working with children with emotional and behaviors disabilities. I worked with and live the Autism life and the challenges that brings. I also am diabetic trained, my youngest son is Type 1. My last job of 12 years I worked as a child advocate for children newborn through 18 years old. Before...
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Sarah W.

Brooklyn, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver working with children of all ages. I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where kids can thrive, learn, and have fun. I have experience with daily routines, including meal preparation, diaper changes, potty training, homework help, bedtime routines,...
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Amanda S.

Danielson, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I'm Amanda! I enjoy building a fun and safe space for kids to learn and play. I have experience as a babysitter for families with children from 6 weeks to 10 years old. I have been working in a childcare center for 4 years in a young toddler classroom and older infant classroom. I hold a certification in CPR and First Aid...
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Sedona P.

Experienced Nanny Looking For Part-time Employment

Danielson, CT

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi there! I've been taking care of children for about eight years now. I started off at an early childhood education center where I worked with kids ages 6 weeks to 6 years, and have delved into babysitting and nannying in years since. I have a bachelor's degree from the University in Secondary Education and Biology. I am a...
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Leslie R.

Childcare

Brooklyn, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a retired teacher & an empty nester, with over 30+ years of experience working with young people of various ages. I also have raised two young adult children. Currently, I am looking to supplement my retirement income & to stay busy with meaningful part-time work in eldercare or childcare, as I have experience in both....
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Beth M.

Danielson, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Beth, a mom of five adult children (including a set of triplets). Currently, I am working as a part-time house-manager/nanny for a young family in East Greenwich. I'd describe my personality as energetic, creative and understanding. My goal is to be an extension of your family because trust me when I say: I remember the...
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Emily A.

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Available Part-Time To Full-Time

North Scituate, RI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Am looking for a position where I can bring my loving 3. 5-year-old son with me, as well. I have worked in childcare for over 15 years now. I began babysitting and transitioned to full time nannying . Responsibilities included: meal prep, children's laundry, bed time routine care, organizing play dates, taking children to their...

Megan C. says "I hired Emily to care for my son while I attended school. I was nervous about having someone new in my home while I was traveling but Emily took excellent...

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Caitrin H.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Storrs Mansfield, CT

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
As the oldest of 3 children, I've had experience taking care of my younger siblings, especially my brother from the time he was born until now. He is 11 years old and I am trusted to take care of him and his friends. I am very friendly and love to play with kids! I can do meal prep and provide transportation between school,...

Kylie A. says "Caitrin was a fantastic sitter for our toddler. She was thoughtful, on time, friendly, and made sure he has a fun day."

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Veronica M.

Part Time Babysitter

West Greenwich, RI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been nannying for about 15 years on and off. I am the oldest of four siblings and have always had a love for taking care of others. I have worked full time, part time, and occasionally for multiple families over the years and also have experience taking care of dogs and cats. I have also nannied a variety of ages from 6...

Lisa V. says "Veronica interviewed very well. She was professional, inquisitive, friendly and warm. "

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Kathy T.

Storrs Mansfield, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
I babysat for as many as 5 young children when I was much younger, before I had children myself. I raised 2 boys, now ages 22 and 25 both of whom recently graduated from college. Since taking early retirement in 2012, I cared for an 18-month-old girl for several months until the family moved away. From August, 2013 through June...

Kapil M. says "Kathy took care of our 7 yr old from 2019-2022 and our 2 yr old for a year. Kathy was excellent with our boys, she used to pick them up from school, take...

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Katie P.

Kate

Dayville, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
19 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Katie I am looking for part time or full time babysitting/nanny positions during the week I do have a 7-year-old son who is in second grade. I also have an almost 3-year-old daughter that would have to come along. My weekends are also fully open! I am fully vaccinated! So if you are in need of a date night...

Beth P. says "Katie is very dependable and very reliable. She shows up early and has the child's best interest at hand. I highly recommend her. "

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Cathy F.

Part-Time Nanny

Ledyard, CT

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a retired special education teacher who loves kids. I have been nannying for about 10 years. I have taken care of infant, toddlers, elementary -age and middle school age children. I have watched an infant from 3 months til she was 2. 5. We took walks in a stroller, later on we went to playgrounds, story hour at the library,...

Care Member says "Cathy was an excellent nanny for our daughter! She is a great communicator, always on time, and very reliable. My daughter learned so much and had a lot...

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Natalie O.

Willimantic, CT

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm Natalie, I'm 25 years old, and from Woodstock, CT! I'm looking for part time babysitting job! I have a genuine love for kids and enjoying building relationships and nurturing little ones. It is a great pleasure for me to see the kids I babysit grow up and know I played a small role in helping them grow into a good human. I...
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Emma H.

North Franklin, CT

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Emma! My journey with childcare started with teaching swim lessons in high school and babysitting. I'm all about creating fun, safe spaces for kids and understanding what makes each family unique. Over the past 4 years, I have been part time nannying, a role that brings me immense joy and fulfillment. I am known...
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Alana D.

Full Or Part-Time Care Giving

Exeter, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been a nanny for 20+ years for varying age groups from extremely premature infants to 8 years old including both males and females. I have worked with families of multiple children up to and including triplets, bringing a respectful attitude, discretion and an outgoing nature to provide children with exceptional care and...
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Julie G.

Chepachet, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I've been a Family Advocate in an early childhood setting for more than 15 years. I am reliable, trust worthy and a mother of two wonderful girls. I am CPR / First Aid certified and have a current BCI. I am currently looking for full or part time work.
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Manuela B.

Part-time Nanny

Gales Ferry, CT

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hello families! My name is Manuela and I have years of experience working with children! I used to work in a daycare, as a nanny, and even worked as a Developmental Therapist for Connecticut's Birth to Three Program this past summer. I am currently in my first year of nursing school looking for a part-time nannying job that...
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Donna S.

Chepachet, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Donna. I'm 36 and I have a diverse skill set and experience with children! I started working with children in my early twenties, in daycares (infants to pre-K), preschools and afterschool programs. I also started a degree in Elementary Education at RIC, later I switched my major to Youth Development. During that time...
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  • 49 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of October 2025

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

Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Plainfield, CT

Part Time Child Care in Plainfield, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 49 listed part time child care

Meryl S.

Meryl is an excellent nanny! She has taken wonderful care of our infant daughter for over an month, and our baby really enjoys being in her...

- Kathryne D.

Hailey B.

Hailey has been working with us for about a year. She started taking care of our baby when she was about 5 months old and seamlessly settled...

- Care member

Emily A.

I hired Emily to care for my son while I attended school. I was nervous about having someone new in my home while I was traveling but Emily...

- Megan C.

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Plainfield, CT

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 CT is $17.00.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Plainfield, CT, 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 Plainfield, CT 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 Plainfield, CT, 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 1 part time child care providers near you in Plainfield, CT who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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