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Find nannies in Portage, IN that you’ll love

60 nannies are listed in Portage, IN

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby nannies is 5 years

Nannies in Portage, IN

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Marilyn W.


Portage, IN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(3)

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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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Abigail D.


Portage, IN

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter

Hi everyone! My name is Abi and I am a 20-year-old college student. I am currently working towards my degree in Social Work. I have many years of childcare experience for ages infant-high school. I have worked as a babysitter/nanny, a camp counselor, and as a before/afterschool teacher. I am certified in CPR, AED, and first...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Tyler B.


Portage, IN

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Child Care

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
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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, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Juliett R.


Portage, IN

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Five Years Of Experience.

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Hello my name is Shyan, I am 18 years old and I am looking for a nanny/babysitter role. I have some experience in babysitting new borns but mostly with toddlers. I have also done senior citizen caregiving but a consistent babysitting role would be more ideal. I am more than happy to help with light cleaning. Pets are no issue, I...
Shyan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Abigail G.


Chesterton, IN

$26-36/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurturing Infant/Toddler Nanny

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, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Kristina W.


Chesterton, IN

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a 31-year-old teacher with a vibrant 8-year-old daughter and a large, loving family of eight siblings, six of whom are younger. My extensive experience with children spans from infancy to adolescence, thanks to my background as both a nanny and an educator. This summer, I'm seeking opportunities to enrich young minds,...
Kristina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelly D.


Hobart, IN

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

27 Years Babysitting Experience

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
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.

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Katie H.


Hobart, IN

$22-34/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Outgoing Nanny

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.

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Ashleigh F.


Chesterton, IN

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

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:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Sara R.


Valparaiso, IN

$18/hr • 4 yrs exp

OUTGOING SWEET NANNY

Hired by 14 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
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

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Alecia G.


Chesterton, IN

$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alecia is very attentive, responsible, loving and lots of fun. She has cared for my son on and off for years. She is great with babies, children and teenagers. I would highly recommend Alecia!"

June S.

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Jordan B.


Hobart, IN

$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

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.

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Alyssia J.


Hobart, IN

$14-19/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny

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.

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Janiyah L.


Gary, IN

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...
Janiyah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"

Care member

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Emily R.


Gary, IN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For Long Term/Full-Time Family To Work With

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

5.0
"Emily ("Milly" to our family) worked full-time for our family for 1.5 years beginning when my son was not quite 3. Milly was always early, paid attention to detail & worked hard. But, more, she became a part of our family - equally adored by both me and my...

Jennifer H.

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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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