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60 part time child care are listed in Portage, MI
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 6 years
Part time child care in Portage, MI
Sydney C.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Sydney, I Am A Junior At WMU. I'm Looking For Part Time Work With Kids Or Pets!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Answer to the given prompts:
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, optimistic
I like working with kids because I plan to pursue career in the health care field hopefully working with children!
I'm looking for a job that is flexible, seeing as I am attending college right now:)
I started working with kids when I...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Rebekah C.
Kalamazoo, MI
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a very patient and reliable person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to school age children. I started my Child care experience by working part-time for a family with 3 children turned to 4. I also have previous experience working at Adventures Learning Center, a daycare where I...
Rebekah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting at the age of 12 for neighbors and continued with side jobs and regularly scheduled families through high school. At 19, I started working full-time as a teacher's aide in a preschool with an infant and toddler room adjacent to the building where I would substitute regularly. During this time, I was...
Sureau can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hope B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$10-15/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.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kelsey was so caring to my infant son! He is so particular on who he is with and absolutely adores Kelsey! I felt stress free knowing he was with his favorite babysitter! She always send picture/video updates that show he’s having so much fun. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a friendly and disciplined babysitter with many years of progressive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. I am a super detail-oriented individual who has a special talent for preparing meals and formulas, serving meals, handling children's overall activities, changing diapers and managing...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Holly is a delight! She exceeds my/our expectations every time she cares for me or my husband. A very caring, thoughtful, intelligent, non-judgmental and considerate person, she always wants to care for us as we want or need, not "her way." Holly demonstrates...
Joellen F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
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.
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. From 1998 to 2005 I was a licensed home daycare provider. My circumstances changed in 2004 which lead me to a position with a geriatric psychiatrist in 2005 whom I worked with for 12 years. I recently moved to the South...
Rhonda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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...
Sharlee Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sunny! I'm passionate about working with children. I have nannied for the last two years for three kids ages newborn to 6 years old. I previously worked at an in home daycare for just over a year. I own a reliable car and am willing to drive children. I am a non smoker. I am CPR certified. I am comfortable helping...
Sunny can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sunny has been a full time nanny for our family since June 2020. She is lovely! We have three children (current ages 18 mo, 4, 6) so she has watched newborn, toddler, preschooler, and school age children for us. She is flexible and adaptive. She helps out with...
Heather D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a certified elementary teacher with three year of experience in the classroom. I graduated from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education in 2016. I enjoy working with children of all ages! A majority of my experience comes from working at a local summer camp for five years....
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced sitter, I do have 3 kids myself and have been babysitting kids since I was pretty young, I have been a nanny and caregiver to many families in portage and Vicksburg. I cook, clean, I can drive to and from sports, appointments, I have a PERFECT driving record!
Chinena can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She has been babysitting for me for years!! She is always on time and my kids love her. She helped out when I need someone to watch my son when I took my other one to the hospital a lot. She and her teenage daughter both babysit on occasion now. I have 2 special...
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, 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.
Kaitlyn C.
Paw Paw, MI
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I am a super fun, energetic sitter. I have lots of kid experience with kids of all ages. I have 6 younger siblings and my family did foster care for 10 years. I'm looking for something part time that could potentially transition to full time. I'm currently a senior at Michigan State. I have classes in Mondays and Wednesdays...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi all! My name is Bri and I am so excited to meet you and your kiddos. I am currently in graduate school for a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling with an emphasis in children and family counseling. I have a bachelor's degree in child and adolescent psychology and am up to date on first aid, CPR and AED...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Brittany C.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! You could call me the jack of all trades, I have experience in a ton of things.
Child care, senior care, pet care, customer service, food service, and cleaning! I am currently in school to become a nurse and have a part time job as a home care aid for seniors.
I hope to be of help for you and your family!
I'd describe...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in Portage, MI
Kelsey W.
5.0
Kelsey is an amazing person. She is an educator, has years of camp experience and loves kids. Kelsey is very professional and puts the kids needs first. She is great at setting boundaries and keeping kids engaged.
- Care member
Holly M.
5.0
Holly is a delight! She exceeds my/our expectations every time she cares for me or my husband. A very caring, thoughtful, intelligent, non-judgmental and considerate person, she always wants to care for us as we want or need, not "her way." Holly demonstrates integrity and honesty at all times;...
- Joellen F.
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.
Rhonda C.
5.0
Rhonda is fantastic! We are so thankful to have found her. Our son is always so happy to see her and makes us taking off to work much easier. She is very involved with keeping P engaged and so loved! Her communication and care is top notch.
- Carolyn P.
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.
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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 $14.86.
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.