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5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Are you looking for childcare for date night, evening work events or maybe a weekend out of town? I've been a Nanny for over 3 years and have loved every minute of it! My husband and I are empty nesters which gives me time in the evenings and weekends to hang out with your kiddos while you enjoy your night out.
A little...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle was wonderful! She brought all kinds of crafts over with her and kept my kiddo entertained. She and my kiddo made dinner together and even cleaned up the dishes afterwards. I felt totally safe leaving my baby girl in her capable hands. Thank you,...
Care member
Matisse W.
Davenport, IA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
I have not had any paid cleaning experience but I do enjoy cleaning and organizing. I make sure to do a thorough job whenever cleaning!
Matisse can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, window washing & more
Rebecca C.
Davenport, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
NCMA Grandmotherly Type. Trustworthy. Full Or Part Time Availability
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 29 years experience in the medical field. I have two grown children of my own and would like to think I did an awesome job raising them. I home schooled my daughter for 5 years. Which gives me experience in helping educate little minds. I was 11 when I took on my first babysitting job. I have worked with children of all...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We adore Rebecca! She is super friendly & has experience in healthcare, which eases our minds even more. Can't wait to work with Rebecca again!"
Elizabeth F.
John M.
Moline, IL
$49/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked for VSI cleaning in the hospital for 6 years, cleaning and disinfecting.
I also have been cleaned a house restaurants and bank lowa and IL for around 9 months before moving to moline IL.
John can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, bubbly, and nurturing.
I like working with kids because it is a creative job. It isn't a regular 9-5 and everyday is something different. It is also a very fulfilling job.
I'm looking for a job that gives me the opportunity to work with kid/kids of any age.
I started working with...
Audrey M.
Rock Island, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Audrey. I have 6 years of paid experience, but I have grown up with 4 siblings and have babysat too many little siblings to count. I am currently a senior at Augustana College. My end goal is to be a pediatric physician assistant.
A little bit about my past work history ... I worked at the lifetime gym child...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Erin I'm 19 years old and I'm currently a sophomore at Scott Community College! I have been babysitting for about 7 years now and I have watched up to 5 kids on my own. I have experience with kids ranging from 6 months to 13 years old. I also have some experience as a children's summer camp counselor where I was in...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Makayla W.
Davenport, IA
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi I'm Makayla! I am 20 years old and the oldest of 4 children! I babysat my 2 younger sisters growing up and eventually just started babysitting in my family as a first job! I've love working with younger kids my entire life! I recently stopped my education to see what else is out in the work for me! I'm looking to gain lots of...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
I'd describe my personality as positive, outgoing, and caring!
I like working with kids because I want to be a part in preparing them for a good future.
I'm looking for a job that I can do over the summer while school is out since I work at an elementary school. I want to be able to care for kids and make sure they still...
Bailey P.
Bettendorf, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a very reliable, respectful, and responsible college student. I am 21 years old. In the past I have been a nanny for multiple different families over the summer and have had many babysitting jobs! Looking for a summer job since I will have no schooling in the summer months. I am wiling to do grocery shopping, light...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hi there! My name is Jessica , I am 19 years old and I would love to help out! I babysit for my friends quite often and their kids absolutely adore me. I am good with pretty much all ages, I am responsible, I have an eagle eye, and while I don't personally have any kids, I took care of my siblings growing up so I've had years of...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 7-8 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Savannah J E can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Kayla L.
Davenport, IA
$16-18/hr
Hello families! My name is Kayla and I'm currently a student at Scott Community college. While I haven't had any professional tutoring experience, I have teaching experience through my current job. I teach gymnastics classes for children between the ages of 18 months and 6 years old. Weekly, I design age and level appropriate...
I have of course kept my own home very clean and organized but I have also been a regular cleaner at 2 other homes. I can provide my own supplies or use whatever supplies you can provide! Cleanliness is extremely important to me and I would love to help others!
Shannon can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I have been caring for children since high school. I am now 43. I have experience as an infant teacher, early childhood teacher, and 18 years in the school setting. I have a Masters in Education. I am currently a guest teacher in the Quad City area. Feel free to message me with any questions. Have a great day.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hello! I started babysitting around age 13 and have always enjoyed working with children. I was a nanny while in college for a family with 4 children for 5 years and I loved it. I have experience with newborn to 12+ and love every stage! I have a 2-month-old son and have loved getting to experience motherhood. I have prior...
Rachael can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachael is an honorary part of our family. She cared for us for a period of 5 years total. She was our summer nanny for 3 years, and we were able to bring her on full-time for 2 full years! She brought sanity to my life by helping with meals, laundry, light...
Maura V.
Hello! :) I am new to the Ames area and am looking for part-time childcare opportunities! I have roughly 8 years of childcare experience between babysitting, volunteering, and educational training. I am currently a senior in college, but my classes are online, so I'm available during the day year-round! I love being outdoors,...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hudson V.
Port Byron, IL
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have a passion for babysitting kids and helping out with day-to-day tasks for families with patience, independence, and reliability. I can provide babysitting care to children of varying ages and am more than willing to complete household tasks or errands if needed. I have my own car, I do not smoke, and have a very flexible...
Hudson can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Momma to a sweet 6-month-old boy. Previous experience as a nanny and family support worker in an early childhood program
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
hi there!
my name is jenny! I'm 32 and a mother of 3 awesome kids and lots of animals :)
I love clean spaces and organizing.
I have cleaned for lots of family sover th years and would love to make you one of them!
I am fast, efficient, and will care for your home as well as I would care for my own. let's chat and go over your...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Long Grove, IA
Michelle S.
5.0
Michelle was wonderful! She brought all kinds of crafts over with her and kept my kiddo entertained. She and my kiddo made dinner together and even cleaned up the dishes afterwards. I felt totally safe leaving my baby girl in her capable hands. Thank you, Michelle!!
- Care member
Rebecca C.
5.0
We adore Rebecca! She is super friendly & has experience in healthcare, which eases our minds even more. Can't wait to work with Rebecca again!
- Elizabeth F.
Rachael C.
5.0
Rachael is an honorary part of our family. She cared for us for a period of 5 years total. She was our summer nanny for 3 years, and we were able to bring her on full-time for 2 full years! She brought sanity to my life by helping with meals, laundry, light housework, grocery shopping, errands,...
- Maura V.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Long Grove, IA:
How can I find a Long Grove babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Long Grove, IA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 1 babysitters in Long Grove, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Long Grove, IA?
The average rate for Long Grove, IA babysitters on Care.com is $10.00 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Long Grove, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Long Grove, IA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.