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60 nannies are listed in Portage, IN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 5 years
Nannies in Portage, IN
5.0
(2)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Tyler and I am 20 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
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, 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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
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
(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 great tutor for my 6 year old daughter."
Susan 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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
Hello, my name is Sara! I am 24 years old. I have experience working with young children ages 5 weeks to 13 years old. I am currently searching for a long term position as an infant/toddler nanny. I am always continuing my education in newborn care. In fact, I am currently working on getting my Newborn Care Specialist...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sara is very friendly and professional. Our child warmed up to her almost right away!"
Jacob M.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alicia has been our sitter for the last 4 years. She is like family and has watched and help our youngest grow up. She is hands on with the kids and will do projects and fun things with them. She is strict but in a way that teaches my kids to be more independent...
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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"In short, Sue is nothing short of AMAZING! Hiring her, first as a nanny for my son and later as a house cleaner is one of the best decisions I have made. I am so lucky to have had her to help me out for the past (almost) 5 years. She is hardworking, honest,...
Julie P.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Very respectful and responsible always on time great with my kids love her"
Ginger C.
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: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
With over 25 years of dedicated experience in providing exceptional childcare, I am passionate about nurturing and guiding children through their early developmental stages. As a full-time childcare provider, my goal is to create a safe, stimulating, and loving environment where children can thrive and parents can feel confident...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Portage, IN
Marilyn W.
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.
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 2024 near me in Portage, IN?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portage, IN is as of is $16.43 per hour as of November, 2024. 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.