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I am a 27-year-old about to graduate from nursing school with experience taking care of infants to preteens. I read to and with the kids, help them with work, take them outside to blow off steam, make their meals or snacks, and help them to settle down after an exciting day. I participate in church services, extracurricular...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Emma! I'm a college student, pursuing a degree in social work. I have over two years of childcare experience, working in a daycare and providing child care through my church. I'm passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and their families. My ultimate goal is to build a safe and...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cassidi H.
Merrillville, IN
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
As a nurturing child care provider with over six years of experience, my passion lies in fostering the growth and development of young minds. My patient and friendly nature creates a warm and welcoming environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open communication with parents, providing regular...
Cassidi can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello. I am creative, patient, and love to work with my imagination.
I am a college graduate holding a degree in Elementary Special Education and a minor in child psychology. I have my masters degree in adult education from Oregon state university.
I have worked at a daycare with infant thru school agers. And I worked in...
Callie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Natalie D.
Merrillville, IN
$32-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I have three special needs rescue kitties-Pickle, Egg, and Beans-and I love to create things and be outside. I love love love infant and toddler care, but really enjoy older kiddos who can do more activities with me, e. g. bake weekly treats for the family (though I'm very open to bake for you while littles naps if you...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jameah H.
Merrillville, IN
$15-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've been caring for children for over three years, and I'm passionate about providing a safe, nurturing environment for them to learn and grow. I have experience working with children of all ages, from infants to school-aged children. I'm creative, imaginative, and outgoing, and I love playing games, reading stories, and going...
Catherine O.
Highland, IN
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Fun, Loving Nanny Available Part Time Or Full Time
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
"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...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"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 of care he has received. After initially reviewing Cathy's online profile and credentials, we anticipated that...
Lindsay K.
5.0
(3)
I have been caring for children of all ages for well over 30 years. I am a mother and a grandmother. I am currently a lead infant teacher at a local center for the last year, and I have been working in this center for almost 2 years. I have over 15 years of experience as a teacher or Nanny. I would really love to get back to...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Kelly for a long time. Not only is Kelly a friend of the family, but she has worked for me as well by watching my two children. Kelly is a kind, generous, loving person. She has such a great personality when working with kids. My children took to her...
Beth S.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & 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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mama of a 1-year-old 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 the last 8 years. I am very outgoing and active,...
5.0
"Amazing with my children of all ages and very reliable. Always easy to communicate with and very active with our kiddos"
Matthew S.
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
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Katie is very attentive and engaged as a Nanny. Always cheerful and adjusted to every need."
Jim S.
Anna M.
Munster, IN
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am 24 years old and have a 1-year-old daughter. I've been working at a daycare for 5+ years with kids infant-3 so I am good with any age I absolutely love kids and am looking for a long term nanny/babysitting job!
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She's a very hard worker and knows exactly what to do with kids."
Matthew B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 24 years of experience working with infant-11-year-old with and without special needs from 1992-2016 when I took a lactation job at Evanston hospital. I have worked in the TMH department working with special needs children from 3-10 yo ; infants, 3-5-year-olds; taught preschool, and was a site director for the YMCA from...
Janel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Kimberlee C.
Gary, IN
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I left a successful business career to stay home and raise my 3 daughters, 2 of whom are twins. During the past 20 years I volunteered in numerous positions at their preschools all the way through their high school years. I absolutely love working with all ages... from infants to teens. My happiest times were having a houseful...
Kimberlee can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"Kimberlee has taken care of our dogs and our kids. She is a "dog whisperer" and somehow calms our crazy dogs with just her presence. They listen to her better than they listen to me.
She has also been a fantastic caregiver for our kids when needed. I trust her...
Lynn W.
Shania T.
Hammond, IN
$13/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a natural caregiver, I've always been drawn to supporting families and ensuring children's well-being. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a lasting impact on young lives.
With five years of experience, I'm adept at caring for children of various...
Shania can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have a younger sibling who I take care of on a daily basis. I babysit for many people that I work with including infants and adolescents.
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Melaina H.
Highland, IN
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I ensure a safe and nurturing environment for your precious ones. My calm and friendly demeanor, coupled with my creativity, makes me a favorite among children. I keep parents updated about their child's day...
Hi! My name is Vasti, and I am excited about the opportunity to become a nanny for your family. I am experienced in working with children of various ages, from infants to teenagers. I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to grow and thrive!
I am also comfortable with light...
Vasti can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Yolanda T.
Hammond, IN
$8-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, and creative childcare provider with a deep-rooted passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over a year of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of numerous children. I believe in open and frequent communication with parents, and I always strive to meet...
Victoria L.
Munster, IN
$11-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with two years of experience, passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature creates a supportive and engaging environment for kids. I excel at communicating with parents, providing regular updates about their child's day and promptly addressing any...
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Merrillville, IN
Catherine O.
5.0
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 of care he has received. After initially reviewing Cathy's online profile and credentials, we anticipated that she would be a good caretaker for...
- Lindsay K.
Kelly D.
5.0
I've known Kelly pretty much her entire life. Kelly is a very caring young women who does extremely well with children of all ages. Kelly looked after my 3 children numerous times, and also my autistic son. I would highly recommend Kelly to anyone looking for a nanny type person.
- Kelly W.
Krista G.
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 with her schedule. She is gentle,...
- Amy W.
Katie H.
5.0
Katie was a pleasure to have in our home. Never had to worry about pets or children.
- Susan L.
Kathryn C.
5.0
We hired Katie as our nanny and she was great, very punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend.
- Edith W.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Merrillville, IN
How much is child care for an infant near me in Merrillville, IN?
If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Merrillville, IN to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Merrillville, IN, is $18.67.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Merrillville, IN?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Merrillville, IN by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with
What types of infant child care services are available near me in Merrillville, IN?
The infant child care services available near you in Merrillville, IN can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.
How can I safely hire infant child care near me in Merrillville, IN?
To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Merrillville, IN, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for infant child care near me in Merrillville, IN?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Merrillville, IN, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.