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60 nannies are listed in Portage, MI
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Portage, MI
5.0
(18)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 years of experience being a nanny for children of all ages. Kids describe me as a happy-go-lucky, sweet, funny, and caring nanny/babysitter! I've worked at many preschools, day cares, and Montessori schools. My professional experience with children began at 17 years old with some college/Montessori trainings. Over the...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda is active person, reliable, and trustworthy. My 2-year-old baby boy loves her and enjoyed spending time with her. She entertained my little boy for 8 hours and kept him active by going for walks with outside, dancing, and playing in the bathtub."
Abeer A.
Destiny V.
Portage, MI
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Looking For A Caring & Loving Family To Part Time/full Time Nanny For :)
4.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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...
Destiny can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Renee can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 tremendous knowledge about children & their behavior during her years of working with different children and their...
Theresa L.
5.0
(1)
I'm dedicated hard working individual, very talented with children and pets. I enjoy activities with children and being able to remain active with them as well. I don't believe in sitting a child in from of the t. v or video games. Light housekeeping, errands and meal prep are always included with the job. I have references upon...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 54-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...
Valerie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"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 hire again."
Wes M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there,
I am Nicole and I am looking for a wonderful family to nanny for! I have been a professional nanny for 14 years. I live in Portage, and I am willing to travel up to 30 miles. I have been a nanny to families for long periods of time, temporary, over-nights, and stayed in home with children while their parents travel....
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"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 baby was safe, cared for, learning, and having fun with her.
Nicole picks my daughter up in the morning and...
Alexa D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Yvonne can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 little boy. She was kind, patient and sincerely caring. She took an active role in educating him, teaching him...
Yarwijn D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with children and have experience with infants to middle school age children. I have two boys 5 and 3. 5 years old. We love to play outside, do crafts, read books and just be silly. Recently I worked for a family with two children and have worked for several families on an as needed basis. My other experience...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Margaret is wonderful! She cared for our 3.5 year old daughter. She brought her two sons and they had a wonderful day. She was attentive to all the children. She is relaxed and thorough. We appreciated her flexibility and absolute love of children. We would love to...
Marlo C.
Cleanna C.
Portage, MI
$15-17/hr • 7 yrs exp
25-year-old Harvard Graduate Looking For Part-time Work (Nanny/Tutor/Companion)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a thoughtful, personable caretaker and companion.
I like working with kids/people because you never have the same day twice. Kids are creative, hilarious, and insightful and spending time with them really affects my worldview.
I started working with kids as a teen and have been babysitting kids of all ages on and off ever...
Cleanna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Bobbie K.
Portage, MI
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
I was a nanny for a brand new baby girl throughout my four years of college and I am still VERY close with this family today. I also nannied for another family after leaving my Dental hygiene career to stay home with two of my young children. I have 5 children of my own, ages range from 16-34 as well as two grandkids, 2 1/2 and...
Bobbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Hi! My name is Aleithea (uh-LAY-th-ee-uh), and I am a 19-year-old living in Southwest Michigan over the summers (May 15-August 17 ish) while I'm home from college. I'm an Athletic Training major, and I play basketball for my school. I love sports, fitness, reading, writing, and singing. Being outside is also a huge blessing to...
Abigail P.
Portage, MI
$19-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Abigail and I'm 22 years old. I have been working as a medical assistant the past year but would love to get back to working with kids full time.
I love being a nanny and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids since I was 14 years old. I have had many different roles when it comes to childcare like,...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am currently employed, and specialize in managing member behavior. There, I work with ages 5-18, but have worked as a nanny, lifeguard, and at a licensed daycare.
Caitlin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amy V.
Portage, MI
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
28 years of experience with children. Nanny for two different families. Enjoy doing crafts as well as getting outside and playing with the children. Able to prepare children's meals as well as ensure children's things are picked up before bed or before your anticipated arrival home. Able to take children to local parks or the...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 10 years of experience with babysitting/nannying. I am currently a registered nurse, have CPR training, and have worked with children of all ages.
Gracie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi!
I am a very energetic, patient, and reliable nanny with more than 5 years of experience. I am a sophomore at Michigan State University and I am living in Portage for the summer. I have spent my past summers nannying and absolutely love it! I enjoy spending my summer hanging out with kids and getting to know the families I...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah T.
Portage, MI
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Passionate For Spending Time With Children During School Year!
Hi there! I am currently a Senior at Hope College majoring in Elementary Education and Special Education. I am currently a student teacher at Hillside Behavioral Center. I have worked at the Boys and Girls Club in Holland as their elementary assistant teacher and before then, I nannied all throughout high school consistently! I...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Sofia G.
Portage, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sofia as a brief intro I would like families/those looking for services to know that I am a trusted, well rounded, and experience babysitter/nanny located in the Utica area. On top of 8+ years of child care experience, I am open to senior and pet care. I attended Portage public schools 5th-12th and am currently...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is grace I am a 20-year-old nursing student, I am looking for a full time, or close to nanny position. I am willing to help out with whatever is needed, including housekeeping and errands! I have been babysitting for 6 years and I absolutely love it! I am CPR certified and first aid certified. I love all animals...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alaina G.
Portage, MI
$15-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 5 nieces, ages range from a little over a year old and my oldest niece is 6! I am fortunate my sisters live close so I visit and babysit for both of them quite a bit (: I also nannied for a 6month old & 4-year-old sisters twice a week all day last year. I also currently take one of the neighbor girls to school a few times...
Alaina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Portage, MI
Amanda S.
5.0
Amanda is everything I could ever ask for in a caregiver for my three boys, aged 3 and 19 months (twins). Amanda has watched all three of them for several months as an occasional daytime and date night sitter and she is amazing. She has taught our kids songs, stories, and days of the week/months of...
- Libby A.
Renee P.
5.0
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 tremendous knowledge about children & their behavior during her years of working with different children and their families. She is a very creative...
- Theresa L.
Valerie O.
5.0
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 hire again.
- Wes M.
Nicole B.
5.0
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 baby was safe, cared for, learning, and having fun with her.
Nicole picks my daughter up in the morning and takes her to her home where they...
- Alexa D.
Yvonne B.
5.0
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 little boy. She was kind, patient and sincerely caring. She took an active role in educating him, teaching him sign language, reading to him,...
- Yarwijn D.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Portage, MI
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Portage, MI?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portage, MI is as of is $17.88 per hour as of May, 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, MI?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Portage, MI?
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, MI with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Portage, MI nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Portage, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.