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Tyler B.

Child Care

Portage, IN

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Tyler and I am 21 years old. I have been nannying for about a year, but have prior babysitting experience of about 4 years. I started when I was 16 helping my sister, who was living at home with the rest of our family, with her 2-year-old daughter. Then I started watching 4 boys, ages 8-12, in the morning before...
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Kori S.

Hobart, IN

4.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a reliable and experienced nanny and childcare provider with a strong background in both home and daycare settings. I've cared for children of all ages-from infants to school-aged-and have supported children with disabilities and special needs, including developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, and behavioral...

Malachi T. says "Very reliable, good with last minute or date nights "

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Katie H.

Experienced Outgoing Nanny

Hobart, IN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mama of two toddlers with experience nannying full-time for an amazing family whom I am still very close with. I also have been nannying part-time for even longer and still have some great relationships with the families. I love children and have coached youth basketball for 8 years. I am very outgoing and active, well-cultured,...

Susan L. says "Katie was a pleasure to have in our home. Never had to worry about pets or children."

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Elyssa M.

Hobart, IN

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Elyssa and I'm so excited to provide my services for your family. I have over 10 years of childcare experience and have cared for lots of different children from ages 0-8 in daycare and home settings. I have been the lead teacher for ones, twos, threes and summer camp school age children. I have also worked in...
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Michelle C.

Chesterton, IN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am a seasoned nanny, preschool teacher, and mother of three. I enjoy caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. I have a lot of experience and knowledge to offer as a nanny.
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Samantha K.

Nanny

Chesterton, IN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I love being a nanny ! I've been caring for families for many years , all ages . Infants , twins , family's of 5 etc .
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Emily R.

Gary, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
I have been babysitting/being a nanny for the past 10 years. I am CPR certified. I have my degree in Montessori education, specializing in ages 18 months to 6 years old. I have worked in a day care which I have the experience to supervise a large group of toddlers and keep them busy with activities. I like to do many interactive...
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Courtney G.

Loving Full Time Nanny

Valparaiso, IN

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
With over 25 years of dedicated experience in providing exceptional childcare, I am passionate about nurturing and guiding children through their early developmental stages. As a full-time childcare provider, my goal is to create a safe, stimulating, and loving environment where children can thrive and parents can feel confident...
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April N.

Chesterton, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a wife and mother of three adult children. I was a certified elementary teacher (k-9) for over 15 years before I moved here, and I love to work with children. I was a full time nanny to two young children (3 yrs old and 3-15 months) in St. Joseph, Michigan (2021-23), another infant 3-20 months in Valparaiso (2023-24), and...
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Renee Z.

Valparaiso, IN

2.3(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! I am mom to one son who is 31 and a Paramedic/FF. Pets are fine. I currently have 2 cats. In the past I have had large dogs. All German Shepherds. My main work experience has been in the medical field as a medical secretary to a Family Practice Physician. Later, I became a Phlebotomy Tech and worked for an OB/GYNE and in...

Christina W. says "We absolutely love Renee! She works with our two small children ages 1 and 2. They are both extremely excited when gets to the house each day and my 2...

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Claudette B.

Valparaiso, IN

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
MY SPECIALTY: Newborn Night Time Nanny I am a mother of four grown children and hold an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. With over 12 years of combined experience in childcare-including 7 years in early childhood settings and 5 years as a professional nanny-I bring both practical expertise and a nurturing,...
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Krista G.

Caring Babysitter/Nanny

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a very caring, friendly, and outgoing babysitter. I've been babysitting all ages including infants since I was 16. I'm 30 years old and have a 2-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. I'm also CPR certified. I recently made nannying a full time career and would like to find a family willing to let me watch their...

Amy W. says "Krista started watching our son at 3 months old and stated with us till he was 2. She was always on time, actually early! She was exceptional! I have no...

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Raven R.

Child Caregiver

Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a dedicated nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for infants and toddlers. My approach centers on child-led routines and play-based learning, encouraging creativity, independence and joyful exploration. I love incorporating crafts, singing, dancing and lots of outdoor play into each day to keep little ones engaged...

Cory D. says "Raven is a great child care provider I highly recommend her."

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Catherine O.

Experienced, Fun, Loving Nanny Available Part Time Or Full Time

Highland, IN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
"Integrity" is one word to best describe me. "Compassionate" is the second word. I have been a caregiver for over 20 years and have vast experience with infants, preschool, grade school & high school age. I consider myself a nurturing, fun, smart, reliable caregiver, who is also a great listener. I enjoy making learning a game...

Lindsay K. says "Cathy has been taking care of our 2 & 1/2 year-old son for about the past 8 months over which time we have felt very pleased and confident in the quality...

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Kaitlyn B.

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Licensed K-6 teacher with a degree in Elementary Education from Indiana University. I currently teach 1st grade and love helping kids learn and grow! Experienced with infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. As a single mom, I know the importance of safe, supportive care. Available for tutoring, light cleaning, and errands.

Holly H. says "She is just an amazing person with an awesome beautiful personality. She is so great with little ones. She is definitely my go to babysit and my son just...

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Diana K.

Creative Attentive Caring Individual

Griffith, IN

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Diana and I would love to be your next nanny. A little bit about me is I love working with people, always have. I grew up babysitting and always loved working with kids of all ages. I have babysat from infant age and up. I am not CPR certified but before anything would start I would have that training done. I do...

Lisa B. says "Diana is a hardworking and honest person. She is also caring and very creative."

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Kathryn C.

Looking For Peace Of Mind?

Dyer, IN

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am have several years of childcare experience. I have experience from working with newborns to school age children. I have previously been a full time nanny, as well as worked in childcare facilities. I have many certifications: Sleep safe/ reduce Sudden Unexpected Infant Death, CPR, First aid, Child Abuse and Neglect...

Edith W. says "We hired Katie as our nanny and she was great, very punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend."

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Clarisa A.

Crown Point, IN

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
Hi my name is Clarisa I am an 21 years old. I love working with children and have about 8 years of experience babysitting ages infant to young teens. With my most current experience nannying for a family with four children raged in ages 1 to 8. I consider myself a caring and adaptable young adult who is eager to explore working...
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Genesis R.

Hammond, IN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have over 4 years of experience as a professional nanny, along with a strong background in early childhood education. Before becoming a nanny, I worked in a daycare setting as both an infant teacher and later a preschool teacher, giving me hands on experience with a wide range of developmental stages. I love creating a warm,...
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Hannah L.

Crown Point, IN

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Hannah. I'm 22 years old and recently moved to the Chicagoland area; specifically Crown Point. I bring nearly three years of professional childcare experience, from caring for infants as a nanny to working in group settings at the YMCA. I've also completed several college courses focused on child development and...
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  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Portage, IN

Infant Nannies in Portage, IN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 26 listed infant nannies

Kori S.

Very reliable, good with last minute or date nights

- Malachi T.

Katie H.

Katie was a pleasure to have in our home. Never had to worry about pets or children.

- Susan L.

Renee Z.

We absolutely love Renee! She works with our two small children ages 1 and 2. They are both extremely excited when gets to the house each...

- Christina W.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Portage, IN

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Portage, IN, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $17.00. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.

Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in Portage, IN, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.

TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 1 infant nanny profiles near you in Portage, IN that you can check out. You can also read 0 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.

Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Portage, IN, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.

We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.

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