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Patricia C.

Part Time Summer And Occasional Caregiver

Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 35 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a mature, kind, experienced, sitter looking for great families to work for. I am not taking any regularly set jobs at this tine. I'm available to help families out for occasional and back up care. I have a Social Work degree and have taken many child development classes as well as many years experience working with children...

Care Member says "Tricia was wonderful with our 1 year old girl. She has a calm presence but is playful and engaged as well. We felt very comfortable having her care for...

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Part Time Child And Pet Care

Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! I am a mom to a sweet 7-month-old daughter and 2 cats. Looking for part time work assisting with your kids and/or animals. Years of nanny & babysitting experience and a lifelong love of animals.

Catherine K. says "Kelsey is THE BEST and has become part of our family. Fun, loving, dependable...the kind of person you want your children to spend time with (and with...

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Part-Time Caregiver

Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
I love kids and have been helping care for them for as long as I can remember. I was a direct care worker in a group home, working with adults who have special needs while in college. I have also nannied for a few different families amongst various recreation and office jobs. I look forward to meeting you and would really love...

Atheesh S. says "Morgan was an amazing baby sitter and we could not be any more happier. Our child absolutely loves her. She was very gently with our infant and always...

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Part-Time Babysitter/Caregiver Available

Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Hannah, I am 29 years old. I have grown up in/around Leland Michigan, spending much of my time outdoors skiing, swimming, and hiking. Currently living in traverse city. I have a BFA in Graphic Design. I am a loving mom, godmother, wife, and doggy and cat mom. My little girl is 1-year-old and would love to make a...

Alison M. says "We had Hannah babysit for us again this summer. She did great with the kids and we knew that she was practicing social distancing. She is always...

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Part-Time

Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am 32 years old. I have a 5-year-old son. I have been caring for children from newborns up to adults with special needs. It is a passion of mine to work with children, as well as watch them grow and develop. I have my associates degree in Early Childhood Development, and my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education....

Kasey P. says "Mariah has watched my 2 children on numerous occasions. She’s attentive, fun, and responsible. She is so great about playing with the kids and doing...

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Responsible & Loving Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
In retiring from teaching & tutoring, I'm transitioning to my favorite joy: creatively and safely caring for infants and toddlers. I keep up with my adult daughter's friends and young families while they advance in their careers in an effort to encourage and help them. Many of my former students were being raised by their...

Care Member says "Phyllis was amazing. Super caring and communicative. We will definitely be using her again!"

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Part-Time Caregiver For All Ages And Various Times Available!

Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Hannah, I am 28 years old from Michigan! I absolutely love kids!! I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have been full time nanny in the past. I am honest, friendly, respectful, and fun!! You can count on me. I would love to spend time with YOUR kids laughing and having fun or getting chores and...

Tracy N. says "My kids LOVE Hannah! And that says a lot when my kids ask for Hannah to watch them. She would play with them outside or inside. I never came home to find...

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Babysitter/tutor

Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I am a teacher during the year and have 15-year-old and 19-year-old daughters. I work part time teaching in the summer but have some availability to tutor, take care of pets or babysit.

Lesa S. says "Brittany is the best babysitter. She interacts well with kids, is energetic and is a great substitute "mom." She is trustworthy and caring. Any child would...

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Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Leah! I am 26 years old:) I have over 8 years of professional experience and 3 years of pre-professional experience, I have worked with children of all ages and can't wait to have some of my own! I currently am a part time live in nanny working with an 8-year-old boy(Wednesdays and Fridays until EOD are days I do...

Maggie J. says "Leah did an excellent job taking care of my kids and keeping them occupied while I was working. The kids still ask about her years later. We love Leah!"

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Nanny Available

Traverse City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I enjoy being part of a child's development and teaching new things! I consider myself caring, patient, reliable, and honest. Things we like to do: exploring parks, playing outside, drawing, reading, signing/dancing, make-believe play, going to the children's museum, and library. I have 3 boys of my own: 8yrs old, 5 yrs old, and...

Shaunna E. says "Christina watched my little one when a last minute conflict came up. She was great with my son, who is not very fond of anyone he doesn't know. He had a...

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Part-time Care Giver Available, Experienced House Cleaner, And House Sitter.

Traverse City, MI

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Micaela! I am a compassionate, enthusiastic, kind, and patient person who is looking for a part-time nanny position. I am a licensed Registered Nurse and mom of a 1-year-old. My nursing experience and being a mom has equipped me to provide safe and fun care. I have a heart for children, as I also volunteer in the...
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Part Time Childcare

Traverse City, MI

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Sophia, and I'm a student at Lake Forest College in Illinois. During the summer, I live back home in beautiful Traverse City. I'm studying political philosophy and currently working an internship, so I'm available on Tuesdays, Fridays, and weekends. I have my own reliable transportation and am comfortable...
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Part-Time Babysitter

Traverse City, MI

from
$10/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I have babysat children, ages 1 to 12 years old. I have experience cooking, cleaning, helping with homework, and making sure they get to bed on time. My interests include golf, tennis, volleyball, the outdoors, and art.
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Graduate Student Part-Time Caregiver

Traverse City, MI

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Sarah! I graduated with my bachelors in 2020 from Central Michigan University and currently in the Speech-Language Pathology masters program at Central Michigan University- but completing my internship at U of M. I am looking to babysit part-time throughout the spring/summer in Ann Arbor, MI. I love kids! I am...
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Looking For A Part-time Opportunity To Help You And Provide Friendship

Traverse City, MI

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I am the mother of four daughters and grandmother of 11. My experience includes raising a happy and healthy family while I worked as a paralegal. I enjoy cooking, baking, shopping, gardening and reading. I was a hospital volunteer for over 5 years. In addition, I am a volunteer at Hospital, which required a health screening and...
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Part-time Care Giver Available. Can Come To Your Home Or Travel.

Traverse City, MI

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a retired university administrator. I do mentor college students and help HS students find their right college in my spare time. My children are 35, 33, and 30. We have lived all over the country with my career. I currently work PT as an online student coach. I have watched children for parents and grandparents in my...
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Traverse City, MI

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
Mother of 3 (now grown) children and experience with all ages. Available for part time sitting or coverage for occasional appointments and events.
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Traverse City, MI

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 7 years of experience and have a passion for working with children. I can help with travel, chores, and other tasks. I'm energetic, outgoing, and make the experience as fun as possible while being safe. I'm hardworking, reliable, and punctual. I currently am a hairstylist 5 days a week and would love to add some part time...
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Traverse City, MI

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Greetings! My name is Afton, my very first job was baby sitting, I'm also the eldest sibling and grew up as the babysitter :) when I turned 15 my mother had triplets! Which was wild, but taught me so much and I was able to have direct experience with caring for babies and children. Outside of that, I'm a remote working...
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Traverse City, MI

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there! I was previously a dedicated childcare provider with over four years of experience, having worked two years in a daycare and another two years at a childcare center. Before this, I nannied and babysat through my teenage years. I believe in creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children of all ages. Heading...
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  • 31 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.56/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time child care is 4.9

Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Traverse City, MI

Part Time Child Care in Traverse City, MI are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 31 listed part time child care

Patricia C.

Tricia was wonderful with our 1 year old girl. She has a calm presence but is playful and engaged as well. We felt very comfortable having...

- Care member

Kelsey F.

Kelsey is THE BEST and has become part of our family. Fun, loving, dependable...the kind of person you want your children to spend time...

- Catherine K.

Morgan M.

Morgan was an amazing baby sitter and we could not be any more happier. Our child absolutely loves her. She was very gently with our infant...

- Atheesh S.

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Traverse City, 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 $17.56.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Traverse City, 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.

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 Traverse City, 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.

When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Traverse City, 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.

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 27 part time child care providers near you in Traverse City, MI who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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