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Marilyn W.

Nanny

Portage, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I'm a retired Navy Hospital Corpsman and from the federal government. My passion is serving and helping others. I've returned to what I enjoy and that is being a nanny, supporting family needs and providing support to the elderly. I've been working as a nanny and providing elderly care for 5 years. I was a live in nanny for...

Care Member says "We consider ourselves very lucky to have Marilyn. She is kind, compassionate, soft when she needs to be and firm when it’s appropriate. She takes great...

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Portage, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hi there! My name is Briana and I am a professional nanny! I have been working with kids of all ages in many different capacities all throughout the last 13 years. Babies and children have so much to learn and explore and it is a joy and a privilege to be able to aid and be a part of that process! I am a firm believer of...
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Experienced Nanny/babysitter

Portage, IN

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi everyone! My name is Abi and I am a 20-year-old college student. I am currently working towards my degree in Social Work. I have many years of childcare experience for ages infant-high school. I have worked as a babysitter/nanny, a camp counselor, and as a before/afterschool teacher. I am certified in CPR, AED, and first...
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Photographer Looking For Supplemental Income :)

Portage, IN

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
Hi there! I'm a part time photographer looking to supplement my income for the time being as my business grows! I'm open to most kind of work - housekeeping, nannying, and the occasional babysitting job as well! I have a range of experience from cleaning, to childcare, to customer service, in both assistant and leadership roles,...
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Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a local elementary teacher (IN licensed K-6) who is currently available for occasional babysitting and tutoring. I have experience teaching K-3rd grade, and am a cross country coach. My availability is a bit limited during the school year but I will have more freedom beginning June 1st for a more full-time basis. I have two...
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Portage, IN

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$17/hr
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Shyan, I am 18 years old and I am looking for a nanny/babysitter role. I have some experience in babysitting new borns but mostly with toddlers. I have also done senior citizen caregiving but a consistent babysitting role would be more ideal. I am more than happy to help with light cleaning. Pets are no issue, I...
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Nurturing Infant/Toddler Nanny

Chesterton, IN

5.0(0)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Abby! I've been a career nanny for 10 years. I specialize in the "early years", with a passion for newborns and toddlers. My days are always guided by the children's needs and I aim to work with them respectfully while honoring and encouraging their autonomy.
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Nanny/Babysitter

Chesterton, IN

3.7(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Ashleigh! I'm a 38-year-old mother of 2 (19 & 8). I am a non smoker, CNA & CPR certified and dog friendly. I have 8 years experience with newborn to school aged children. I enjoy going to the park, playing outside and doing fun projects with my kids and would love to have that same fun with your child! I am...

Crystal F. says "The interview went well. Honestly I think Ashleigh seems like a good candidate. I'm leaving 4 stars because she was suppose to get back to me with a...

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Full-Time Nanny

Chesterton, IN

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello! I'm a 31-year-old teacher with a vibrant 8-year-old daughter and a large, loving family of eight siblings, six of whom are younger. My extensive experience with children spans from infancy to adolescence, thanks to my background as both a nanny and an educator. This summer, I'm seeking opportunities to enrich young minds,...
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OUTGOING SWEET NANNY

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hi! My name is Sara. I am a creative, compassionate, highly dependable nanny who has 5 years of childcare experience. I have cared for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. I am dedicated to helping shape children into confident, intelligent and happy people who will carry those traits into adulthood. I am able to provide my...

Jacob M. says "Sara is very friendly and professional. Our child warmed up to her almost right away!"

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Chesterton, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
What brings you here? No, really what brings you here? Is it looking for a qualified professional Nanny that your kids will love? That would be the easy answer? But what would your kids want in a Nanny? Someone who would be there as there best friend! And also make sure they follow your rules because they are good kids! As a...

Care Member says "Alicia has been our sitter for the last 4 years. She is like family and has watched and help our youngest grow up. She is hands on with the kids and...

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Dependable, Enthusiastic And Flexible.

Hobart, IN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have worked with several families from Care. com at different times over the past 18 years in llinois and Indiana for the past 4. I love encouraging children to participate in their life and grow in understanding of many new things in their environment. Love to play inside and outside activities year round. Crafts and forts...

Care Member says "Kay watched our son from when he was 12 weeks old until he was 2. He absolutely loves her! She gives him her full attention. We felt very safe with her...

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Chesterton, IN

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi there, my name is Suellen, I'm 33 yo. I'm from Brazil. I've been in Us since 2014. I was a nanny in Brazil and when I since when I moved here I worked with kids. With the pandemic last year I gave up my job and start working at UPS, I'm part time there. I'm looking for another part time job. I have my own kids (1year old...

Bridget H. says "Suellen was easy to schedule and accepts many methods of payment. She was friendly, had no issues working around us (including our dog), and very...

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Early Childhood Education Teacher

Valparaiso, IN

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
With More Than 10 Years Experience. Experience with children aging from six weeks to 12 years in a day care setting. Nanny/ house manager experience for more than 5 years. I am qualified to do anything from feeding and changing to keeping the children entertained. This would include arts and crafts, music and movement and your...
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Baby Sitter

Valparaiso, IN

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
My name is Annie and I am a senior studying Industrial Engineering at Purdue University. I am a responsible, energetic, and personable young adult looking for to work as a nanny or babysitter from now until December of 2020. With three younger sisters, I have been helping care for children most of my life. I was a babysitter and...
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Part-time Babysitter/Nanny

Lake Station, IN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I am a college student who is going into a Nursing Degree at Emporia State University. I have previous experience with caring for children ages newborn-teenager. I have a niece who is currently years old, but I have been caring for her since she was a new born. In addition, I used to aid camp counselors while I attended summer...
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Loving Full Time Nanny

Valparaiso, IN

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Valparaiso, IN

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 7+ years of caring for all ages and children with many different disabilities. I've worked in daycares and now prefer to do in home private nanny/ babysitting. I also clean, cook, help with family functions, and organize. Im going to school to be a special education teacher, and I have my CDA and am CPR/first aide...
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Valparaiso, IN

2.3(1)
from
$15/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
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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Down To Earth & Active Sitter!

Valparaiso, IN

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Jo! I am 21 and currently live with my partner in Valparaiso. I have about 2 years of baby sitting experience and 6 months of full time nannying experience with kids ages 3-9 but I am comfortable with kids of any age. My goal as a caretaker is to have parents come home to happy, tired kids which I achieve by keeping their...
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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 5.0

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Portage, IN

Newborn Nannies in Portage, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Marilyn W.

We consider ourselves very lucky to have Marilyn. She is kind, compassionate, soft when she needs to be and firm when it’s appropriate. She...

- Care member

Ashleigh F.

The interview went well. Honestly I think Ashleigh seems like a good candidate. I'm leaving 4 stars because she was suppose to get back to...

- Crystal F.

Sara R.

Sara is very friendly and professional. Our child warmed up to her almost right away!

- Jacob M.

FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Portage, IN

So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Portage, IN on Care.com will cost an average of $16.50 per hour as of June, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.

There are 6 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Portage, IN on Care.com. You can also read 3 for newborn nannies near you.

It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Portage, IN. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.

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