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60 newborn nannies are listed in Portage, MI
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 8 years
Newborn nannies in Portage, MI
4.7
(16)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I'm flexible on hourly rates so please don't let let the number scare you & know every situation is different & the rate will reflect that. My philosophy on raising children focuses on love. I believe in loving children. Holding them, cuddling, hugs & kisses, letting them sleep on me. Mainly, I will love your children & treat...
Kristen can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristen was amazing with our little one, she came over on time & made us feel SO comfortable leaving our babe in her capable hands. We are first-time parents so the whole process of hiring someone to watch our baby is new to us, but Kristen really spent the time to...
Kathryn J.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years experience being a nanny taking care of children between the ages of 2 months old to 14-year-old's. Families describe me as friendly, punctual, kind, creative, and really caring of the kids I watch. I also have 3+ years experience being a daycare assistant taking care up to 6 kids at one time on my own. I am...
Marissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Marissa became a member of our family ❤️ she is absolutely wonderful and stays so engaged with children. She went above and beyond organizing outings for the kids, crafts and learning opportunities. We miss her and you’ll be lucky having her as a caregiver. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Angela, a dedicated and passionate nanny for over 13 years. I've become an expert in infant care and helping families transition into first time parenthood as well as welcoming an addition into an established family routine. I love to come alongside parents; assisting with the adjustment to the constant needs and...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I trust Angela with our daughter’s life and well being. I have complete peace of mind when our baby is with her. Angela has been our nanny for the better part of a year from the time our daughter was 3 months to over a year old. She is extremely caring and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm 25 and have over 8 years of experience working with children of various ages and disabilities. I was previously a preschool teacher for 4 years, a 1:1 ABA therapist working with children with Autism. I also have experience as a paraprofessional in an early childhood special education classroom as well as being a...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Brianna is absolutely amazing. She is energetic, caring, and has so much experience with children and pets. She is reliable and has great communication skills. "
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while prioritizing children's safety and well-being. Trusted by parents, and provide affection for all of the children I care for. Seeking a responsible role as a babysitter for your family. I have 10 years of experience and also a 3yr old of my own. I am very...
Angel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Angel took care of our 3 kids (ages 7, 3, and 1) for a whole day. They had a blast together, and Angel took excellent care of the baby while managing the two very active older brothers!"
Caroline R.
Joelle D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!! My name is Joelle and I am about to graduate at WMU with a major in Acting (so I am the BEST at playing make believe). I am extremely qualified to babysit/nanny: 10 years of babysitting and 6 of nannying, I have worked with up to 5 kids in the same household ranging from ages infant- 15!! (I also have a lot of...
Joelle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!"
Francesca S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years experience as a Certified Home Health Aide and Certified Nursing Assistant where I have assisted not only the elderly, but handicapped children as well. I have babysat since I was 14 years old, and even worked as a nanny before. I did some pet and house sitting services. I am willing to go on vacations, day...
Cathy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Very dependable and reliable. She works well with older people and children."
Anna H.
Megan K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$14-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting/nannying for almost 11 years now. I have many years of experience as a youth camp leader with children aged 4-7 normally in groups of 10. I also have worked in my churches care center with children 3 months to 5 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 13 for families around my neighborhood. I...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Megan has been our nanny for almost a month. She is punctual, dependable, and awesome with our 20 month old. She does an awesome job making meals, cleaning up, playing with our son, going outside, teaching him through crafts and games. She is amazing and such a...
Julia K.
Lots of nanny experience ages 5 months- 11 years, plus lots of experience with newborns in my nursing school career. I am highly organized and love to get creative to keep busy kiddos having fun!
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Anna N.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi families! My name is Anna and I currently attend WMU and am studying Aviation Flight Science. I have 8 years of full and part-time babysitting and nannying experience, including newborns through preteens. I am willing to help around the home with basic chores and well as helping with homework, carpooling and cooking/meal...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced early childhood teacher/nanny looking for a part time or full time position.
I spent two years at Ohio University (majoring in Early Childhood Ed with a minor in historical lit), in Athens Ohio, my hometown. I also attended Washtenaw Community College and Eastern Michigan University. I worked for 6 1/2 years...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Cassidy Z.
Scotts, MI
$15-16/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been working in the early childhood education field for about 5 years now, and I am currently a GSRP teacher. With the school year winding down I am looking for a nannying job for the summer. I am CPR, and first aid certified, I have my preschool CDA, and I have experience with G-tubes. In the past I have worked at...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an art teacher in Lowell! I am available to babysit after school (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), evening or weekends.
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Victoria B.
Scotts, MI
$29/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Victoria. I Am A Mother Of 2. My Favorite Things Are Spending Time With Family & Nature.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as very outgoing, loyal, and dependable.
I like working with kids because I have always enjoyed working with children. They melt my heart. I do have two of my own children. There will be no dependability issues with this.
I'm looking for a job that I'm able to nanny. The last 3 years that I was a...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Alex and I'm excited to offer my caregiving services to families who need a compassionate, reliable, and professional caregiver. I am a recent college graduated looking for a nannying job for January through July! I recently graduated from WMU with my biomedical science degree. I will be attending Physician...
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello! My name is Alyson and I am 29 years old. I have a 4-year-old boy and 1-year-old girl and I currently am staying home with them during the day. I graduated from Western Michigan University with my Bachelor's degree in University Studies; however, for the majority of my time in college I was working towards an elementary...
Alyson can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Sonya D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$14-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Loving House Nanny With Cooking And Housekeeping Experience
I love to cook and take care of children. I have been in the states for over a year and I live with my husband in Kalamazoo. I have completed 4 levels of college English out of 10 levels. I speak Spanish but I am rapidly learning English. I drive a reliable Toyota Camry and have open availability. At our aprtment I have a sweet...
Sonya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently working towards a degree in Elementary Education (will be taking online classes in the fall.) I have 5 years of professional experience being a private nanny, and have loved every second of it! I have experience with ages newborn-14, including behavioral/aggression issues, developmental delays, trauma, and autism,...
Noelle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Courtney, I am a high school graduate of 2013. I have been in college and have now currently gone back to work on becoming an RN. In the mean time I am looking for a part time position. Looking for an opening to help out with a family and still be able to attend some classes as well. I have been babysitting...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Alyson M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently in Graduate school at Western Michigan University studying Speech Language Pathology. I have always had a passion for helping others and have a lot of experience working with children.
Alyson can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Portage, MI
Kristen O.
5.0
Kristen watched our 1 y/o part-time for about 9 months and our whole family loves her! She is great at connecting with little ones and understanding their needs. Our little guy loves being outdoors and Kristen spent many many hours on walks, park outings, feeding the ducks, watching rainstorms, and...
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Marissa H.
5.0
Marissa became a member of our family ❤️ she is absolutely wonderful and stays so engaged with children. She went above and beyond organizing outings for the kids, crafts and learning opportunities. We miss her and you’ll be lucky having her as a caregiver.
- Care member
Angela S.
5.0
I trust Angela with our daughter’s life and well being. I have complete peace of mind when our baby is with her. Angela has been our nanny for the better part of a year from the time our daughter was 3 months to over a year old. She is extremely caring and attentive. She is organized, responsive...
- Care member
Brianna D.
5.0
Brianna is absolutely amazing. She is energetic, caring, and has so much experience with children and pets. She is reliable and has great communication skills.
- Care member
Angel M.
5.0
Angel took care of our 3 kids (ages 7, 3, and 1) for a whole day. They had a blast together, and Angel took excellent care of the baby while managing the two very active older brothers!
- Caroline R.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Portage, MI
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Portage, MI?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Portage, MI on Care.com will cost an average of $19.16 per hour as of January, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in Portage, MI?
There are 19 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Portage, MI on Care.com. You can also read 37 for newborn nannies near you.
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Ratings for Portage, MI newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Portage, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies.