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Maria S.

Part-time Child Care

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am looking to obtain part-time babysitting jobs in the afternoon, evenings and some weekends. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort...

Victoria A. says "Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals,...

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Natalie S.

Part Time Care Giver Available

South Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Natalie and I am going to be a sophomore in college in the fall. I enjoy things like working out, playing golf at a competitive level, eating healthy, yoga and being around kids. As I am home for the summer I am willing to babysit and care for children from ages 4-12. Last summer I had a lot of experience with...
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Kathryn P.

Babysitter Available

South Plainfield, NJ

from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am located in South Plainfield and currently work 3 nights a week. I'm Looking for a part time or just the occasional sitter. I've been working with kids since 2012. Starting out with families in the neighborhood and then Working at a day care for a couple years and then went on to working as a nanny in Westfield. I also speak...
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Kylie M.

Fun, Outgoing, Kind Sitter

South Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Kylie and I am currently a 21-year-old college student. I have an associates degree and am working towards my bachelors at Rutgers University. I LOVE children and have 10+ years of experience ranging from newborns to 14 years old. I am a nanny to a wonderful family during the school year but am looking...
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Maren F.

Part-Time Caregiver

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...

Katie C. says "Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have...

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Tiiera B.

Social Work Student Available For Part-Time Work

Roselle, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Tiiera and I am interested in being your Nanny! I am graduate in Masters of Social Work candidate at Rutgers University and I have about 2-3 years of experience with nanny/babysitting work. I have a clean driving and background record, I don't smoke or drink, and I can provide resume upon request. I am looking for...

Iesha W. says "Tiiera is reliable baby sitter. She kept great communication with me and my husband. My daughter is 10 months and she took great care of her. We hired her...

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Dayana S.

Part-Time Babysitter

Manville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I'm Dayana. I've been babysitting since I was 17 and have always loved working with kids. I'm CPR certified, an EMT, and recently became a nurse. I'm super responsible, patient, and always make sure the kids I care for feel safe and have fun. I also help with feedings, preparing meals, and whatever else is needed to keep...

Jenie V. says "Dayana is a patient and friendly sitter. She is bright and positive and hard working. She is a quick learner and knows how to support my child with virtual...

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Luz R.

Part-Time Care Provider

New Brunswick, NJ

4.3(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I am a childcare provider that has been working for different families for about 20 years now. I used to work in a daycare for 7 years. I have experience with babies since birth, until the teenager years. I am a mother of four that are all grown up now. I love kids and my priority is their safety and healthy development, I...

Care Member says "Luz as an absolutely amazing caretaker and Nanny. She started with our son at 5 months age and immediately showed her experience, warmth, and...

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Alexa C.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Mountainside, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Alexa and I am 24 years old living in Mountainside, New Jersey. I have experience with children all ages, and can provide multiple references if needed. I have a car and a perfect driving record too. I describe myself as responsible, creative, enthusiastic, and amiable. I love to get creative with fun activities while...

Ali H. says "I would highly recommend Alexa. She was very attentive to the children's needs and did a great job. "

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Karina G.

Fords, NJ

4.2(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Maria L. says "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...

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Kiara O.

Part-time Or Full-time

Roselle, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Jacqueline L. says "My little one loved spending time with Kiara. She was always on time and completely dependable. I recommend her to anyone."

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Nida A.

Part Time

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
I am Nida I love kids I know how to care because I am a mother too I am very caring . iam very caring and resposible.

Yamna A. says "Nida was very caring and kind with my daughter. She watched her from when she was 4 months old to 1 year old. We decided to put my daughter in daycare for...

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Julia A.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! I'm Julia, and I've been babysitting for over 3. 5 years, gaining hands-on experience with children of all ages. I truly love working with kids and enjoy creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for them to grow and thrive. Over the years, I've built strong relationships with families, providing trustworthy,...

Jessica R. says "Julia vibed extremely well with my son. I was nervous at first because it's his first time being babysat by non-family but they clicked and she even...

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Heather A.

Loving Nanny Looking To Give Part-Time Care

Somerset, NJ

3.3(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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...

Shweta V. says "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...

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Lily M.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi there! I'm Lily! I've been working in childcare since I was 17 and now work as a Teacher's aide part-time and as a Party Princess Performer in the Jersey/NYC area! I have worked in childcare with ages 1 - 7, summers as an art teacher at Columbia Association's Art Camp and aftercare for ages 5 - 14! I have experience in...

Jenny X. says "Lily is very sweet, dependable and responsible. She always shows up on time. When she can't come (which is very rare), she notifies me as soon as possible...

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Konny F.

Part Time

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, I am 31 years old, I have 10 years of experience, working in preschools centers and babysitting for the same family. I have excellent references. I love working with kids, I'm very patient and sweet, I speak Spanish and English. I have a preschooler and a 10-month-old baby.

Renee H. says "Konny is extremely kind, creative, and caring! She has watched both of my children and I trust her 100%."

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Solay C.

Part Time College Student

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as energetic, responsible and warm. In my spare time, I like to read, go into nature or listen to energy boosting podcasts. I'm looking for a job that allows me to also be a part time student. I love working with kids because I see them as pure and the way their minds work is inspiring. I would love...

Macy P. says "Solay was an amazing babysitter. I am my younger brother's guardian and she took great care of him. She even helped out around the house knowing that I have...

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Raquel R.

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello, thank you for visiting my profile! . I possess more than a decade of experience in caring for children. Some of those years were spent looking after the children of close acquaintances, while the rest were dedicated to professional childcare through daycare centers or as a nanny. I am well-versed in tending to children...

Care Member says "Raquel has a lovable personality and is great with kids. She is very trustworthy and our two children ages 5 and 2 both love having her around. Raquel...

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Claudia G.

Part-Time Caregiver

North Brunswick, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
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...

Jessica R. says "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...

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Charlene M.

Part Time Caregiver, Nanny Housekeeper

Sayreville, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Naomi S. says "Charlene worked for me for about 8 months and I loved her. The kids really loved her and she treated them like family. She left only because I lost my...

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

  • The average post rate is $19.50/hr as of November 2025

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

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

Part Time Child Care in South Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care

Maria S.

Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare,...

- Victoria A.

Maren F.

Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will...

- Katie C.

Tiiera B.

Tiiera is reliable baby sitter. She kept great communication with me and my husband. My daughter is 10 months and she took great care of...

- Iesha W.

FAQs for finding part time child care near you 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 $19.50.

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.

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.

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.

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 4 part time child care providers near you in South Plainfield, NJ who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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