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Destiny V.

Looking For A Caring & Loving Family To Part Time/full Time Nanny For :)

Portage, MI

4.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've cared for children of all ages and absolutely love it. I am currently on my way to getting my degree to become a Pediatrician and enjoy working with children. I have nannied full time, babysat, helped with homework and assisted with carpooling, pickups and after school activities. I am currently looking for a fun and loving...
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Renee P.

Full Time Or Part Time Nanny

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
If you are looking for quality care for your precious children then I just might be the person for your family. My name is Renee and I have been working in the field of child care for many years. I have worked in daycare and as a nanny . I have a certification in Child Day Care Management and have many other certifications in...

Theresa L. says "I've known Renee for years. We worked together in the childcare field. Miss. P. is an exceptional worker. She is great with children. Renee has gained...

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Valerie O.

Full Time Nanny

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a 56-year-old mother of four, grown children and have 13 grandchildren. NON SMOKER and love pets! I recently became an "empty nester" and love kids! I would like to be able to stay locally and help families who need to work and go on much needed dates! I drove a school bus for 17 years (5 years with special needs), a former...

Wes M. says "Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would recommend her and...

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Yvonne B.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a career nanny in search of a full-time position beginning this fall. I am a Michigan State grad with a degree in Music Education, and I taught early childhood and elementary music for three years. I've spent the last seven years as a professional nanny, and have worked with children ranging in age from newborn to 7 years...

Yarwijn D. says "Yvonne nannied for our family for 2.5 years and was absolutely wonderful. She helped our child blossom throughout every stage from infant to toddler to...

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Nicole B.

Nicole

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I'm Nicole, a warm and devoted nanny with 15+ years of experience caring for kids of all ages. I'm based in Portage and happy to travel up to 30 miles to support families-whether you need full-time care, overnights, travel help, or just an extra set of hands. I've had the joy of working at The Children's Hospital of...

Alexa D. says "Nicole has been an incredible asset to our family. She has been watching my daughter from the age of three months, and I have always felt confident that my...

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Emily L.

Elementary Teacher Taking A Year Off!

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Emily, a 30-year-old MSU alum with degrees in Child Development & Elementary Education (Minor in Spanish) and a Masters in Educational Technology. I've cared for children from newborn to 15 since age 13-as a babysitter, summer nanny, full-time nanny, and teacher. I spent four years teaching K-2 and now work...

Daniel L. says "We recently used Emily as a last-minute babysitter. She was great with our 5 year old daughter, and we will definitely use her again."

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Hannah T.

Passionate For Spending Time With Children During School Year!

Portage, MI

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am currently a first grade teacher in Portage Public Schools. I absolutely LOVE what I do and want to continue to make an impact on children outside of school. I have nannied all throughout my life! I have nannied for families up to 4 children including all ages (infant to 6th grade). I am able to help tutor your...
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Cathy H.

Experienced Caregiver Available Full Time

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 30 years experience as a Certified Home Health Aide and Certified Nursing Assistant where I have assisted not only the elderly, but handicapped children as well. I have babysat since I was 14 years old, and even worked as a nanny before. I did some pet and house sitting services. I am willing to go on vacations, day...

Rachael R. says "Cathy is a God-send. Has my very busy, strong-willed toddler wrapped around her fingers. She is a great care giver for toddlers and I'm sure for any age...

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Katherine M.

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am organized, dedicated, thoughtful, and I love working with kids. Whether as a nanny, tutor, mentor, coach, pod teacher, or recess coordinator, I have worked with a wide variety of children from many backgrounds as they navigate and grow as individuals. My background includes infant up to high school age students and I...

Audrey G. says "Kat is the type of caregiver you dream about, and miss dearly when she is gone. She truly is one in a million. Kat watched our kids (then 3 & 5) along...

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Christina P.

Energetic, Fun, Experienced Nanny Looking For Occasional Work

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'm Christina, I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, I have over 10 years of childcare experience, and I am currently looking for full or part time work. In my years working with children, I have babysat, I have nannied; live-in, full- and part-time, and I have taught swim lessons. I am CPR certified, and I have an...

Amy H. says "Christina watched my two boys, ages 1 and 3, who are not used to being with a babysitter. She did a wonderful job playing with them and putting them to bed....

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Sydney R.

Creative Crafter & Storybook Reader

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Sydney! I come with many craft projects up my sleeve, an arsenal of fun facts, and plenty of patience. For me, the best part about being around children is watching their imaginations at work and encouraging their artistic expression. I love to read aloud and spend lots of time outside. I primarily have experience...

Hilary J. says "Sydney is the best! She goes above and beyond, bringing arts and crafts materials for my son, playing games, etc. Always on time, reliable. She's been...

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Abigail D.

Child Caretaker

Kalamazoo, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I'm Abigail, I have been a Kindergarten teacher for four years now. I am looking for a family that I can nanny for during the upcoming summer. Prior to becoming a teacher, I was a nanny for a family for two years. I am flexible on part-time or full-time work. I am hopeful to find a family that is active in the summer time...
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Natalie T.

Schoolcraft, MI

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$21/hr
6 years experience
Hi there, I'm Natalie! I'm a first time mom currently working full time as a leasing specialist, and hoping to get back into nannying! I have previous nannying experience of approximately 2 years, and have babysat all throughout high school and college. Once my previous nanny family aged out for school, I decided to switch gears...
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Macy H.

Macy

Kalamazoo, MI

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Macy! I am 22 years old and looking for a full or part time babysitting/ nanny job! I am vaccinated as well as CPR trained. I have experience nannying ages 1-4 and have babysat ages 6-10 here and there! I would love to chat and learn more about your kiddos if interested
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Rachel L.

A Little About Me

Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm looking to be a full-time nanny for a family with good and open communication and a team effort in providing their children with care. I'd describe my personality as kind, funny, and warm I like working with kids because I love to watch them grow! I love being creative and active. It fuels my purpose to watch them...
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Rue M.

Creative Nanny That Loves Nature And Art!

Kalamazoo, MI

from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Rue, (my legal name is Emily) and I live in Bellingham, WA with my fiance, our dog, and our cat! I am looking for a family to work 20-30 hours a week with. I have years of experience nannying children as well as working with adults with special needs. I have nannied children as young as 3 months old and love...
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Juliana R.

Kalamazoo, MI

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
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....
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Katie W.

Experienced Nanny And Tutor Looking To Provide Part-time To Full-time Child Care For Your Family

Kalamazoo, MI

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
As the eldest sibling in my family, I have always had a knack for taking care of little ones. I began babysitting for several families while in high school. The children I watched at this time ranged in age from 6 months to 11 years old. Hence, the skills I mastered varied from diaper changing to after-school homework...
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Ryanne K.

Fun Sitter

Vicksburg, MI

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I have 5 full time years of experience as a nanny. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I love hanging out with kids! My favorite things to do include taking kids to age appropriate activities and forming life long bonds with your kids.
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Leah L.

Babysitter/Nanny/Animal Care

Kalamazoo, MI

from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have worked with kids from 3 months- 12yrs of age. I am high energy and can keep up during play time as well as knowing how to whine kids down around bed time. I can cook and willing to lightly clean whenever needed. I also work great with dogs and all animals and can care separately for them as well I'd describe my...
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  • 34 full time nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.29/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated full time nannies is 4.8

Recent full time nanny reviews from local parents in Portage, MI

Full Time Nannies in Portage, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 34 listed full time nannies

Renee P.

I've known Renee for years. We worked together in the childcare field. Miss. P. is an exceptional worker. She is great with children. Renee...

- Theresa L.

Valerie O.

Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would...

- Wes M.

Yvonne B.

Yvonne nannied for our family for 2.5 years and was absolutely wonderful. She helped our child blossom throughout every stage from infant to...

- Yarwijn D.

FAQs for finding a full-time nanny near you in Portage, MI

A full time nanny salary can vary greatly, so it can be hard to nail down an exact number to expect. For example, hiring a live-in nanny may cost less since the nanny will save on living expenses and may be willing to charge a lower hourly rate as a result. That being said, the average hourly pay rate for full time nannies near you in Portage, MI is $21.29.

If you need help to find a nanny near you to support your family on a full-time basis, you can turn to Care.com for support. There are 7 full time nannies available to hire in Portage, MI.

You can hire a full time nanny to support your family in a variety of ways. Alongside providing basic child care services, full time nannies can help with light housekeeping, cooking, homework, and after-school transportation. Review 7 full time nanny profiles in Portage, MI to see what responsibilities nanny candidates near you are happy to take on.

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