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60 nannies are listed in Portage, IN
The average rate is $15/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Portage, IN
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My names Amanda, long term nanny-first time Mama coming this summer! I currently nanny for a family of 5 years now. All the kids are in school so I have added the role of house manager! Previous to this family I have nannied for several other families. Before nannying I taught gymnastics for 5 years. Which also...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mandy is really great with our kids. They are always excited to have her come over. She is prompt and dependable and we are so glad we found her!"
Nikita P.
Leah R.
Crown Point, IN
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm 23 years old. I currently live in Crown point, IN. also work through a pet care app taking care of fur babies. I have been watching children since I was 14. I have always been drawn to helping, teaching, and watching children. Between dance summer camps, to babysitting side jobs during my high school years, I have always...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leah was great. From the minute me n my wife had the interview we knew that second that we wanted to hire Leah. She is dependable and great with the boys especially the 6yr old which bonded to her very quickly. They had a lot of fun playing in and around the house...
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Professional Nanny in the past. Now a mom of three kids two of them are twins in school. Special training multiples and special needs and degree in children's programs and previous preschool teacher. Latchkey program director for several park districts and overseas.
Jill can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jill is so good with our little girl. She is very creative with play and engages her in new activities. She is very good with updating us throughout the day, which makes us feel very comfortable. I would highly recommend her!"
Tristan P.
Alyssa A.
Valparaiso, IN
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 24-year-old semi professional caregiver with experience in short and long term nannying, student teaching and disability work. I am able to provide transportation, homemaking assistance (housekeeping, laundry, meal prep, etc), homework help, and fun, educational activities for everyone! I am experienced and comfortable...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Alyssa is a great girl. She was flexible and reliable. My son loved watching super hero movies and playing games with her. Highly recommend!"
Joseph V.
Maddie D.
Merrillville, IN
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Maddie, I am from Michigan and just moved here with my husband to Indiana about July. I recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelors degree in elementary education. A student taught in a fourth grade and second grade classroom. I continued my teaching career as a fourth and third grade...
Maddie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!"
Samantha S.
Kaylie T.
Griffith, IN
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
About myself & my philosophies for child care:
*Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education
*Past experiences include: one on one pre-K teacher, daycare Pre-K teacher, mothers helper, nanny.
*Home is the first and most important classroom. I focus on emotional learning and problem solving along with the basics.
*Learning...
Kaylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!
My name is Daniele, I have a lot of experience as a babysitter/nanny (+6years) with children from 0 to 12 years old! I also have a college degree in Education, so besides being a nanny/babysitting, I also have been a teacher for early education and first grade!
I love arts and crafts, playing and teaching kids....
Daniele can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daniele was great! She was on time, respectful, attentive and very sweet with my 5mo old kiddo. I’d love to hire her again! "
Care member
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
4.0
"As a nanny, Kathryn cared for my child as her own, always showing concern for his well-being, health and happiness. Occasionally, a sick child (hers or mine) would make coordinating our schedules a challenge, but we worked through it. She cared for my son in our...
Lauren B.
5.0
(1)
I'm a mom of three kids ages 18, 15 and 10. Worked as an ELL paraprofessional for 2 years and worked with kids that had English as a second language. I have been a full time nanny for a family this past two years. I'm a reliable, responsible, patient and loving person.
Marisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Marisa was with our family for two years, and she has been amazing! She and her kids love our boys like they’re a part of their own family. Unfortunately, we had to make the tough decision what’s best for our oldest to socially prepare him for school, but we 100%...
Aerielle K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Krista can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"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 words to describe how comfortable my husband and I were with her caring for our son. She is very flexible...
Amy W.
3.0
(1)
I come from a family of 12 children, so I've had a lot of experience helping with my younger siblings. I started babysitting at the age of 13 and have not stopped loving the opportunity to care for children, they are a delight to be with. I have held a nanny position for the last 3 years, until the child was old enough to care...
3.0
"We kept trying to interview her but she kept moving the interview time. We kept trying to make accommodations to fit her last minute schedule needs but got to a point where we thought how dependable could she be if we can't even have an interview she'll keep!?...
Rose L.
Ji Wun E.
Michigan City, IN
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Paraprofessional And Former Pediatric Nurse Looking For Nanny Position
5.0
(12)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have lived in the US for the past eight years where I have worked as a paraprofessional at Michigan City High School. There I provide care for a broad array of special needs students. Before that time I worked as a pediatric nurse for five years in Taiwan. I am CPR Pediatric Certified and I have been learning and using sign...
Ji Wun can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ji has been our nanny for the last year and it's been a wonderful experience. We are moving otherwise we would have kept her. Our daughters are 5 and 3 and she is amazing with them -she has tons of energy and great playtime ideas so they have fun and learn with her...
Ashley B.
Charity B.
Schererville, IN
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I am Charity and I am looking to get back into nannying on a part or full time basis. I have over 18 years of nannying experience. I am a licensed advanced EMT who worked mostly with pediatric patients. I have a soon to be 3-year-old daughter and a 21-month-old son that I will need to bring with. My daughter is in school...
Charity can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Your search for sweet, responsible childcare ends here! Charity was fantastic with our two boys, ages 4 and 16 months. We'd find her playing, singing, coloring, or on a walk-all the things our boys wanted to be doing. She was an easy personality to add to our home...
Nicole S.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...
Keairra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her. This is our first week with her but so far it's been a great experience for our family! We hope to see...
Nicole B.
4.7
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have a little over 2 years experience with being a nanny. I feel comfortable working with up to 4 kids at a time.
I have experience with a wide range of age groups, ranging from 10 months to 10 years old, and have been hired by 4 different families from this site.
When accepting roles I like to become a part of the...
Mireya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mireya is a patient, kind, and reliable caregiver. She watched my 2 children (boy age 6, girl age 8) during the day and helped with their online learning. She was able to keep them on task doing their assignments and have fun with them when they were done. I...
Laura T.
Jennifer B.
Merrillville, IN
$22-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have Many Years Of Experience With Being A Nanny And A Senior Caregiver.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun and nurturing nanny with 20+ years of experience in watching children of all ages. I am punctual and very reliable. I have a Bachelor's degree, am a non-smoker, and love animals. I also have a 5-star safety rating SUV.
I also specialize in dementia with a special concentration in Alzheimer's.
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Jenn is great with my boys she helps us in the morning getting everyone up ready and to school. she's always on time and my kids absolutely love her she's been such a great help."
Rose R.
Dayna C.
Crown Point, IN
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working professionally with children for over 15 years. I have an associates degree in child development and worked at a daycare/preschool for over 10 years. I enjoy art projects, outside activities, and reading to children. I am currently a nanny for an amazing family and have been for almost 8yrs, but unfortunately...
Dayna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Dayna has worked for our family since 2016. She started with us when my son was less than a year old and he is about to turn 8. We joke that she's been with our family longer than our daughter who is nearly 6. :-)
Dayna is kind and caring and she has always taken...
Care member
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$5-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!
4.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "
Maria W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring and professional nanny with more than 10 years of full time childcare experience. I am easy going but very reliable. I am timely and creative and love working with children.
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley was great with my kids:loving, caring, and trustworthy. I knew they were safe when she was with them."
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi My Name Is Maria, I'm Bi-lingual With Fluency In English and Spanish Languages. My Responsibilities As A Nanny Are Preparing And Feeding Meals To Children. Homework, Board Games & amp; Outside Activities Are Some of The Things I Help Out With. I Don't Mind Some Lighthouse Keeping Or Laundry... Very Energetic & Responsible!!!
Maria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We love having Maria as our nanny. She has watched our toddler and baby for the last few months. She does a great job at communicating during the day & sends lots of picture & video updates. She is awesome at engaging our toddler & soothing our baby. Our toddler...
Sarah V.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Portage, IN
Amanda M.
5.0
Mandy is really great with our kids. They are always excited to have her come over. She is prompt and dependable and we are so glad we found her!
- Nikita P.
Leah R.
5.0
Leah was great. From the minute me n my wife had the interview we knew that second that we wanted to hire Leah. She is dependable and great with the boys especially the 6yr old which bonded to her very quickly. They had a lot of fun playing in and around the house and hope that she will b returning...
- Care member
Jill D.
5.0
Jill was able to accommodate my last minute request for care. She made a point to play games with my son and engage him in activities! I am very happy and satisfied with the care she provided my family.
- Rebecca S.
Alyssa A.
5.0
Sweet and caring. Cooked, cleaned, and kept my little ones totally safe and entertained while she was here. Went the extra mile with homework help and fun games.
- Laurie T.
Maddie D.
5.0
Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!
- Samantha S.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Portage, IN
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Portage, IN?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portage, IN is as of is $15.83 per hour as of June, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Portage, IN?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Portage, IN?
You can find different nanny services in Portage through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Portage, IN with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.