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Infants child care in Merrillville, IN
Madison S.
Dyer, IN
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for caring for children. Watching them learn and grow brings me immense joy. With four years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing environment for your little ones.
As a patient, calm, and friendly caregiver, I strive to create a positive and...
Icyss M.
Schererville, IN
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Icyss and I am a 20-year-old Purdue University student. I am a Biomedical Health Sciences major. As a childcare provider with three years of experience, I am passionate about positively impacting children's lives and supporting families. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily....
Icyss can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Mariah I am nurse midwife and women's health nurse practitioner. I currently live in Markham, IL. I would love to use my experience as a midwife, registered nurse to be of assistance for occasional date nights or getaways. I can offer more availability during the week for the right family and fit. I am...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended up not needing a sitter for the dates specified, so we did not have the chance to hire her. However, I will...
Jenna K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun, caring and reliable babysitter/tutor with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a B. A. in Human Development and Family Studies from Purdue University Northwest. A couple years ago, I worked as a Site Leader for the Hobart Family YMCA after school program where I was responsible...
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
"Hello! My name is Jen and I have over 20 years experience in caregiving. I specialize in infants, toddlers, and preschool age children because they require full-time care. I also take care of children up to the age of 16 during the summers. I am a pet friendly person as well and I'm happy to take care of any fur babies along...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Jennifer for a full-time nanny position and were quite impressed. She presents herself with a sense of calm and poise. Her references described her as completely dependable and very patient. The only reason we didn't hire her full-time was because...
Brett G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey I'm currently a infant lead teacher over at a academy. I love children and I am very patient
Vernisha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is amazing and such a sweet person"
Shamirah J.
Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
Nichole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...
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Mary E.
Valparaiso, IN
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a natural-born nurturer, caring for children comes second nature to me. With 10 years of childcare experience, I have had the privilege of supporting families with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens.
My patient, calm, and creative personality allows me to connect with children and create a safe, stimulating...
Mary can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I have never seen my kids listen so well and have so much fun! Mary keeps the kids busy and they can’t wait to see her again! "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Grace! I am 28 years old and currently a part-time nanny for a1-year-old girl. I'm looking to add another part-time position or help out on an as-needed basis. I absolutely adore children and find nothing more rewarding than watching them grow and interacting with them. I have eight years of experience with taking care...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Grace was a great babysitter for the short time I had her. I have 3 kids and she was great with my children. I would recommend her for anyone."
Season E.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kyli. I am a spring 2024 graduate from the University of Missouri. While at the University of Missouri, I studied Journalism, minored in Spanish, and received a certificate in Multicultural Studies. I am a flexible and creative sitter with about 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to...
Kyli can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kyli is my daughter, and I can vouch for her professionalism, dedication and drive to be the best at what she is looking to accomplish. She has helped in caring for her younger brother, and cousins through the years. She volunteers with a few local organizations...
Ronda W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am licensed by the State of Indiana as a Home Child Care Provider for infants and young toddlers, which of course, requires that I be trained and certified in CPR, First Aid and Universal Precautions. Background investigations, FBI fingerprinting and TB tests are performed annually. I am also SIDS trained and have obtained my...
Carla can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Carla and are still utilizing her services. She provided great comprehensive care. in addition she provides a personal and professional service."
Aime D.
Alisa K.
Whiting, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Supportive Caregiver, Crisis Counselor, Time Management Assistant And Art Teacher All In One
4.9
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 0-3 Montessori Guide with my own curriculum as well as sitter substitute options, training and referral services.
I have 25 years collective experience in:
Camp counseling
Teaching art
Art therapy
Nannying
Sitting
Chauffeuring
PTA
Room parent
Music courses
Sign language
Mindful Parent Coaching
ECD
And more
I...
Alisa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alisa is wonderful. She took the time to come meet us and our daughter the day before we hired her. That was greatly appreciated and helped me feel comfortable with leaving our baby in her care. We flew in for a wedding so we didn't have a ton of toys or books with...
Ashley C.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I also have a 4-year-old that is always with me! With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. I like to have lots...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Alyssia C.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children and have two of my own. I can cook , clean and take care of a child s every need !! I enjoy doing arts and crafts , reading and watching educational shows with children. I am also a certified medical assistant. I am infant CPR certified as well.
Alyssia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Patient, compassionate and fun nanny with 10+ experience caring for children ages newborn to 15years. Highly skilled in infant care with extensive knowledge of safety precautions, feeding techniques and educational activities to stimulate physical, social and cognitive development. I have a bachelor's degree, CPR and First Aid...
Olayinka F can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Sarah, a 28-year-old mama to a 6-year-old special needs kiddo. I have experience caring for infants to teenagers (& more recently, the elderly) since 2007. I have coached gymnastics (recreational to competitive and private lessons for special needs children who needed 1:1 ratio to participate in gymnastics) on and...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I currently have a 3month old son who I care for full time, and in my youth starting at age 12 I was babysitting all my cousins who ranged from infant to 7+ at the time. I continued to babysit them through high school and into college. I have babysat children overnight, done drop offs and pickups, signed kids into school if...
Aislinn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Diana M.
Valparaiso, IN
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Diana, and I was recently a substitute teacher for pre-k - Highschool and I am offering child and pet care.
I am the second oldest of 5 children. I have plenty of experience watching infants, toddlers, and teens. Throughout high school, I volunteered at camps, tutored (1st-6th graders) and assisted with...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, loving and honest
I like working with kids because they bring joy to my life
I'm looking for a job that will always make me want to come back and enjoy what I do
I started working with kids when I was 16 at my old child. I worked in the daycare and the christen school
In my spare time,...
Lyia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alex M.
Hebron, IN
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!
I am looking for a part-time nanny position. I worked at Myschool Childcare and Learning center. I was also a nanny for 3 years to twins. I have completed an early childhood vocational back in high school. I have had various babysitting jobs since I was 15.
In addition, I have my CNA license.
I am safe sleep...
Alex can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Merrillville, IN
Mariah W.
5.0
Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended up not needing a sitter for the dates specified, so we did not have the chance to hire her. However, I will definitely keep her on my "go-to...
- Jenna K.
Jennifer E.
5.0
We interviewed Jennifer for a full-time nanny position and were quite impressed. She presents herself with a sense of calm and poise. Her references described her as completely dependable and very patient. The only reason we didn't hire her full-time was because she was only available part-time....
- Brett G.
Vernisha J.
5.0
She is amazing and such a sweet person
- Shamirah J.
Nichole W.
5.0
Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100% and look forward to working with...
- Care member
Mary E.
5.0
Mary is fantastic! I can't say enough positive things about Mary. She is giving, caring, and kids love her. She has a way with all the kiddos that amazes me every time. I highly recommend Mary!
- Care member
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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.