Find Trusted Infants Child Care Near Me in Merrillville, IN
We have 60 infants child care in Merrillville, IN! Compare and hire the best infant child care to fit your needs.
How it works
Share details about your infant child care needs
Match with highly rated local infants child care near you
Compare infant child care options and choose the best fit
Infants child care in Merrillville, IN
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, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alexis W.
Merrillville, IN
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My three years of experience have taught me that patience and creativity are key. I'm adept at communicating with parents, whether through daily reports, text, or phone calls, and I always follow their lead when it comes to enforcing household rules. I'm...
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...
Kimberlee C.
Gary, IN
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & 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.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & 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, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kelly is a personable & honest. We met this evening for a quick interview, that turned into my children not wanting her to go. We hired her on the spot because she left us with an extremely comfortable feeling about leaving it children in her care. We look...
Amy G.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Elizabeth, and I was born in Birmingham, England, and have been in the United States for 30 plus years. As my old boss said, my niche in life is to take care of children! I worked for a daycare as a teachers assistant. I took care of infants, which I loved doing. I have taken care of numerous children throughout...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth (Nanny Liz) watched my son for the past year 3 days a week. Liz proved herself to be remarkably responsible and caring.
Liz fulfilled a variety of tasks and was an amazing help. One of the qualities that I liked most about Liz was her ability to...
Ann 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, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, 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
(1)
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...
Diana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Diana is a hardworking and honest person. She is also caring and very creative."
Lisa B.
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
"Katie was a pleasure to have in our home. Never had to worry about pets or children."
Susan L.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Katie as our nanny and she was great, very punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend."
Edith W.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's a very hard worker and knows exactly what to do with kids."
Matthew B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/being a nanny for the past 10 years. I am CPR certified. 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 activities with children when I babysit them like hide-and-seek, dancing, board games,...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She picked up my job posting on short notice. Was so good with littles. She did my dishes and kept my home tidy. Loved that she took my girls outside 💗. "
Care member
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Clarisa A.
Crown Point, IN
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Clarisa I am an 19 years old recent high school graduate. I love working with children and have about 4 years of experience babysitting ages infant to young teens. With my most current experience nannying for a family with three children raged in ages 1 to 8.
I consider myself a caring and adaptable young adult...
Clarisa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Most recent reviews for infants child care in Merrillville, IN
Kimberlee C.
5.0
We hired Kimberlee to watch our pup for 5 days. She is a kind, reliable person who took fantastic care of our dog. Our pup was fed, had fresh water, taken out frequently, went on lots of walks, and loved on. We were able to relax and have a nice vacation knowing she was in good hands. Highly...
- Care member
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.
Elizabeth K.
5.0
We would recommend Elizabeth to watch any children any age.
She watched my two girls for 4 years. Ages 4 and 9.
She would watch them at the house or take them to her house. She would do activities with them..
She would drive them. I trust Liz with everything.
We love her
- Care member
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.
Additional Infant Child Care Services
Infant Child Care Articles
14 helpful Down syndrome resources
March 17th, 2025 Down syndrome (DS) is a “common condition caused by having ‘extra’ copies of genes on the 21st chromosome,” according to the ... Read more
Self-regulation strategies for kids and why it is an important skill to develop
December 8th, 2023 A 2-year-old sees a candy display at the grocery store checkout. He wants a chocolate bar, and his caregiver says no. A meltdown ensues. A few minutes later,... Read more
17 fun behavior charts for kids
April 8th, 2025 When parents set out to use a behavior chart for kids, they have the best intentions. The goal, obviously, is to curtail inappropriate, frustrating or even a... Read more
After-school restraint collapse: Why kids fall apart at home and what to do about it
May 20th, 2024 Almost every parent or caregiver has been there: We meet kids at the school for pickup or greet them at the bus in the afternoon and within minutes, they&rsq... Read more
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 $15.75.
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.