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60 infants child care are listed in Portage, IN
The average rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for infants child care is 4 years
Infants child care in Portage, IN
Sandra C.
Valparaiso, IN
$20-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grandma for hire! I will take care of your child/children as if they are my own grandkids! Best job in the world!
I have 12 years of experience. My experience is with newborns, infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I have taken care of twins as well as siblings close in age.
Allergic to cats but loves dogs!
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
Olivia P.
Chesterton, IN
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
CPR Certified
I've been a dedicated and experienced childcare provider for over six years. My passion for fostering children's growth and development motivated me to pursue a career in childcare. I find great joy in making a positive impact on the lives of children and supporting families by providing a reliable and nurturing...
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: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.
Stephanie M.
Highland, IN
$18-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing caregiver with two decades of experience, I am passionate about supporting families by providing reliable childcare solutions that foster children's growth and development. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I prioritize open and...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie has been our primary go-to for over a year now! She takes care of all three of my kids (ages 7, 4, and 1) and does a phenomenal job. She is ALWAYS interacting with them, teaching them, and supporting our family as we navigate life as entrepreneurs. I...
Care member
Alisa K.
Whiting, IN
$15-18/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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Alisa while in town for a wedding. We used her two evenings in a row! She was so easy to work with and a great communicator. We felt safe leaving our 15 month old with her and she was very happy with Alisa! She also brought extra books and toys since we...
Amanda 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, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"A+ interview. She is very caring and charismatic. She is refreshing and down to earth. Thank you for putting a new face on what a nanny really is."
Maysoun G.
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, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & 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.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & 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.
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, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is very attentive and engaged as a Nanny. Always cheerful and adjusted to every need."
Jim S.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am first, a father of two wonderful adult children, ages 23 and 18. I began my early childhood life as a parent of those two while I was an elementary school teacher. I became an infant teacher in Bloomington, Indiana in 2003, and fell in love with being a caregiver of the very young. I finished my Ed. D. in ECE in 2015, most...
Dave can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hi my name is Kennedy I am 19 years old and I have been in childcare my whole life, as a daughter of a daycare owner. I have worked a little over a year at a children's academy as a preschool teacher (also worked in the infant room for about 4 months). Before that, in high school I've done internships at daycares working with...
Skills:
CPR
Bridget S.
Munster, IN
$5-10/hr • 3 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver Available In My Loving, Smoke Free Home
I have been around children my whole life. I started caring for my infant nephew when I was 12 and have since cared for numerous other children including three of my own.
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ximena M.
Hammond, IN
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello I Am Ximena, Providing For People In Need Of My Services And Variety Of Skills.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, nurturing and over achiever.
I like working with kids because providing a safe and supportive environment brings me joy. being the eldest of 4 siblings has showed me how important a good environment is for the children.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to spend quality time with...
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, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jessica I.
Crown Point, IN
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi families! I'm a mama myself with a 4-month-old son . He is our miracle child through a tough time with infertility. I've been around children my entire life. I am the oldest with 6 younger siblings I looked after. Growing up I would help family friends by watching their kiddos as well as babysat for a couple of neighbors and...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alex M.
Hebron, IN
$18-35/hr • 8 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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Ava P.
Crown Point, IN
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare provider. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your little ones.
As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly...
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Portage, IN
Kimberlee C.
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 completely. Over the years she's gone...
- Lynn W.
Stephanie M.
5.0
Stephanie has been our primary go-to for over a year now! She takes care of all three of my kids (ages 7, 4, and 1) and does a phenomenal job. She is ALWAYS interacting with them, teaching them, and supporting our family as we navigate life as entrepreneurs. I honestly don’t know how we survived...
- Care member
Alisa K.
5.0
We hired Alisa while in town for a wedding. We used her two evenings in a row! She was so easy to work with and a great communicator. We felt safe leaving our 15 month old with her and she was very happy with Alisa! She also brought extra books and toys since we had traveled in from out of town....
- Amanda W.
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.
Anna M.
5.0
She's a very hard worker and knows exactly what to do with kids.
- Matthew B.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Portage, IN
How much is child care for an infant near me in Portage, 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 Portage, IN to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Portage, IN, is $19.00.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Portage, IN?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Portage, 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 Portage, IN?
The infant child care services available near you in Portage, 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 Portage, IN?
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What interview questions should I ask when looking for infant child care near me in Portage, IN?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Portage, 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.