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60 nannies are listed in Portage, IN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 5 years
Nannies in Portage, IN
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a retired Navy Hospital Corpsman and from the federal government. My passion is serving and helping others. I've returned to what I enjoy and that is being a nanny, supporting family needs and providing support to the elderly.
I've been working as a nanny and providing elderly care for 5 years. I was a live in nanny for...
Marilyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marilyn has been a trusted family friend for years. She has cared for our children on multiple occasions and has always been a fun, supportive person in our family's life. She is professional, caring and responsible and I would highly recommend her to anyone."
Heather M.
I have cared for 13 grandkids, one at a time and baby sat for friends children too.
I like being a mom and grandmother. I like to get down on the kids level and I'm a good story teller. My concern is always for the safety of the children. I play games, and create crafts with kids. I am friendly and kind hearted. I am a...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Tyler and I am 21 years old. I have been nannying for about a year, but have prior babysitting experience of about 4 years. I started when I was 16 helping my sister, who was living at home with the rest of our family, with her 2-year-old daughter. Then I started watching 4 boys, ages 8-12, in the morning before...
Tyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Ingrith S.
Portage, IN
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi families, my name is Ingrith, Nanny with 4 years of experience, I have worked for different families with children of different ages, from 2 months old to 10 years old
I'm a loving, committed, flexible, respectful person who has managed to have appropriate and good communication with the families and children, for whom I have...
Ingrith can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Briana M.
Portage, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Briana and I am a professional nanny! I have been working with kids of all ages in many different capacities all throughout the last 13 years. Babies and children have so much to learn and explore and it is a joy and a privilege to be able to aid and be a part of that process! I am a firm believer of...
Briana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have great experience with watching multiple children at a time, ranging from babies to 12-year-olds. Staying organized/sticking to a routine is easy for me. Laundry as well as meal prep and pets are no problem! If needed, I am licensed and very comfortable traveling with children. I am extremely active and energetic! I enjoy...
Juliett can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
I am a local elementary teacher (IN licensed K-6) who is currently available for occasional babysitting and tutoring. I have experience teaching K-3rd grade, and am a cross country coach. My availability is a bit limited during the school year but I will have more freedom beginning June 1st for a more full-time basis. I have two...
Haley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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
(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.
3.7
(3)
Hi! My name is Ashleigh! I'm a 38-year-old mother of 2 (19 & 8).
I am a non smoker, CNA & CPR certified and dog friendly. I have 8 years experience with newborn to school aged children.
I enjoy going to the park, playing outside and doing fun projects with my kids and would love to have that same fun with your child!
I am...
Ashleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Ashleigh was the perfect fit for our family. Not only did our whole family adore her, we had noticeable leaps in our daughters speech and social development while Ashleigh was caring for her. I would highly recommend Ashleigh to anyone looking for a childcare...
Chazz H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sara. I am a creative, compassionate, highly dependable nanny who has 5 years of childcare experience. I have cared for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. I am dedicated to helping shape children into confident, intelligent and happy people who will carry those traits into adulthood. I am able to provide my...
Sara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sara does an awesome job watching our 4 year old E. She plays with her and takes great care of her. I highly recommend Sara for your childcare needs! "
Care member
Alecia G.
Chesterton, IN
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
What brings you here? No, really what brings you here? Is it looking for a qualified professional Nanny that your kids will love? That would be the easy answer? But what would your kids want in a Nanny? Someone who would be there as there best friend! And also make sure they follow your rules because they are good kids! As a...
Alecia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Very interactive with kids, friendly and energetic"
Kylie M.
Jordan B.
Hobart, IN
$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jordan. I'm a young adult looking for a job as a nanny, tutor, or babysitter. I am outgoing, flexible, and hard working. I have my Bachelor's Degree in English Secondary Education. I recently taught middle school English. I have also taught English As a second language abroad in South Korea and Tanzania. I am...
5.0
"Jordan was an amazing addition to our family and went above and beyond as our nanny. Not only dependable and committed, Jordan was extremely tidy, prepped amazing meals, and planned a lot of educational activities as she has her degree in teaching."
Katie H.
3.0
(2)
I am a substitute teacher for a nearby school district. I have been a nanny for several years. I have experience working with special needs and all ages. I am a nonsmoker, have my own transportation , and can provide references.
5.0
"The kids love her! I can trust her to always have my kids best interest in mind."
Nicole J.
Suellen F.
Chesterton, IN
$33/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Suellen, I'm 33 yo. I'm from Brazil.
I've been in Us since 2014. I was a nanny in Brazil and when I since when I moved here I worked with kids. With the pandemic last year I gave up my job and start working at UPS, I'm part time there.
I'm looking for another part time job.
I have my own kids (1year old...
Suellen can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Suellen was easy to schedule and accepts many methods of payment. She was friendly, had no issues working around us (including our dog), and very thorough for a deep cleaning."
Bridget H.
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Kayley I love children and have about 5years of experience I would love to meet up or chat over text to tell you more about myself I have the following skill that I've gained in my 5 years of experience Patience, Problem-solving. ...
Communication, relationship building. ...
Multitasking, Time management and...
Kayley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Very respectful and responsible always on time great with my kids love her"
Ginger C.
My name is Annie and I am a senior studying Industrial Engineering at Purdue University. I am a responsible, energetic, and personable young adult looking for to work as a nanny or babysitter from now until December of 2020. With three younger sisters, I have been helping care for children most of my life. I was a babysitter and...
Anne can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With More Than 10 Years Experience with children aging from six weeks to six years in a day care setting. Babysitting experience for more than 10 years up to age 12. I am currently a full-time nanny but I am looking for side babysitting jobs. I am qualified to do anything from feeding and changing to keeping the children...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Abby! I've been a career nanny for 10 years. I specialize in the "early years", with a passion for newborns and toddlers. My days are always guided by the children's needs and I aim to work with them respectfully while honoring and encouraging their autonomy.
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
1.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 26 years old from Chesterton, IN and I love working with children. I started babysitting when I was 14 and then began working at Montessori Academy of Valparaiso at 15. I worked in the toddler room as a directress, I did nap, and after school care for five years. After I left Montessori, I started nannying and have loved it...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Portage, IN
Marilyn W.
5.0
We consider ourselves very lucky to have Marilyn. She is kind, compassionate, soft when she needs to be and firm when it’s appropriate. She takes great care of our kids and helps us out around the house a lot as well. She has a keen eye for organization and keeps on top of the daily house tasks. She...
- Care member
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.
Katie H.
5.0
Katie was a pleasure to have in our home. Never had to worry about pets or children.
- Susan L.
Ashleigh F.
4.0
The interview went well. Honestly I think Ashleigh seems like a good candidate. I'm leaving 4 stars because she was suppose to get back to me with a decision because she had other interviews and I never actually heard back from her.
- Crystal F.
Sara R.
5.0
Sara is very friendly and professional. Our child warmed up to her almost right away!
- Jacob M.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Portage, IN
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Portage, IN?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portage, IN is as of is $16.86 per hour as of January, 2025. 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, IN?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 7 in Portage, IN. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Portage, IN?
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, IN with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.