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Anna P.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...
Anna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"

Truman J.

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Ana V.


Ames, IA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have over 6 years of experience in childcare. I have babysat regularly since age 14 and have nannied over the summers, caring for 1-5 children at a time. I currently work at a daycare center, and have been here since the fall of 2021. I love children and enjoy spending time with them. I am comfortable partaking in cooking,...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Ana has been a wonderful sitter for our toddler who loved her right out of the gate. She's kind and fun and our kid always asks about her the next day."

Kathryn H.

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Kaitlyn P.


Ames, IA

$12-18/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was in High school. I have cared for children as young as 6 months old up to age 12. I can help with travel, schoolwork, housekeeping, or about anything you would need. I am currently in school to receive my teaching degree at ISU. I am fun and energetic. I like to play games and can keep your...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlin was great! She and my son had a great time. She took my son to the park, fed him lunch, put him to bed for his nap, took him back out for ice cream, and played with him till I came home later in the day. Would love to have her back again"

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Elizabeth E.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Bubbly Aspiring Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Elizabeth, I'm two weeks away from being a graduate from University with and Bachelors of Science in Education. My family dubbed me as the "baby whisperer." I have been babysitting for 9 years, worked as a theatre camp counselor for 3 years and have spent over 800 hours in a classroom through practicum and student...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is extremely kind and patient. She works wonderfully with children and I cannot recommend her enough."

Andrew H.

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Miriam M.


Urbandale, IA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Child Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Miriam, currently serving as a Lead Teacher for Two-Year-Olds at the Bob and Billie Ray Child Development Center. I hold certifications in CPR and first aid, with training in universal precautions and bloodborne pathogen safety. I am proud to possess my Early Childhood CDA and am actively pursuing an Early Childhood...
Miriam can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Miriam was fantastic, she looked after my 3 month old and two dogs for a date night! Had a great phone interview and provided references for me. She was on time and very quick to respond when I texted to checked on everyone. I look forward to working with her again...

Ashlee W.

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Elena I.


Ames, IA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for over 10 years. I have lots of experience with kids of most ages. I currently work at an Elementary school during the day and will be teaching a farm to table program over the summer. I am looking for hours on week nights and weekends.
Elena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Elena was available for us in a day's notice. She was excellent. Thanks Elena!"

Kory M.

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Lauren L.


Johnston, IA

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I moved to Des Moines this past year from Minnesota. I am looking for a full time nanny job staring in September! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lauren helped me for a few weeks, a few hours a day during my maternity leave. She was very reliable and always willing to do extra things to help out. She is sweet and we enjoyed having her."

Lariss M.

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Lydia S.


Urbandale, IA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Lydia!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the past couple years I have gotten my both my basic and advanced CNA. I have worked in a nonprofit pediatric care unit and am very passionate about what I do! I'm pretty easy going and love to hang out with others. Hope to meet you and your family soon!
3.0
"Lydia committed to specific hours but was also in school so when got busy didn't want to work. She quit by text without notice. Paid her more in training than she actually worked. She would work best with very high functioning individuals or babysitting."

Kathryn C.

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Sydney W.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

I HAVE MOVED TO AMES, IA. I have worked in the church nursery on and off for 6 years with children aged 0-4 years but have experience with all ages. Love kids! Can help with laundry and light housekeeping. Easy going, patient, flexible, and fun! Can do crafts, movie days, dance parties, outings, and more! Looking for summer...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"She is super sweet, totally responsible, and will interact with your child!"

Kim H.

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Julie R.


Ankeny, IA

$20/hr20 yrs exp

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Hello, My name is Julie, I am 50 years old. I have been a nanny/ babysitter for over 30 years. I live in Ankeny & have one dog &2 cats. I have experience from infants to toddlers and all the way to high school aged kids. I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. I have a reliable 3 row vehicle. I am a non smoker &...
Julie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Julie is tremendous with kids. She loves them and it shows. Kids gravitate to her because she is fun, safe and plans things to do with them. My children are 30, 28 and 25 and they are all still in touch with Julie, as am I. Julie is very flexible, can help with...

Marie G.

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Vanesa V.


Altoona, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Babysit Or Help You And Your Family Out From Time To Time

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Vanesa. I have a range of experience with infants and children of all ages. I am a mother myself to an amazing 7-year-old. I am very detail oriented, clean, responsible and punctual. I am honest, trustworthy, reliable and I hold a very high level of integrity. I love helping people and I love caring for babies and...
Vanesa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CNA

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Tanya M.


Clive, IA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience as a Nanny. I am also a certified Substitute Teacher. I am available for babysitting or a fill in/ back up nanny or sitter. I can also watch kids overnight or when parents travel. I currently nanny 2/3 days a week for two families but still have some open availability in my schedule.
Tanya can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tanya has been awesome with my 2 children, one of which can be difficult for sitters. I always feel confident walking out the house knowing that she has got whatever comes her way. She is dependable and just simply a good person. Her positive attitude and fun...

Elizabeth L.

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Rhini A.


Ankeny, IA

$8-15/hr1 yrs exp

I love dogs of all sizes and ages; I am willing to care for all pet types too. I enjoy cuddling, walking and playing with all animals. I have experience dog sitting for neighborhood dogs and have two family dogs of my own.
Rhini can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Matracea W.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021. I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Macy was great!! She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else. The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with...

Molly K.

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Callison F.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/nannying for the last 6+ years. I have experience with ages 3 months-15 years old. I have experience with special needs children/adults, and experience with tutoring/school help. Here is my Summer preferred availability... Monday-Friday 6am-6 p.m. I can work outside these hours for the most part if...
Callison can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Callison did an amazing job with my 5 year old. She did a great job of comforting my child and helping her with her school work. She is very reputable and definitely someone who will be hired again!"

Braden F.

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Lorelei B.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked at day cares most of my high school career, and I am currently pursuing Elementary Education at Iowa State! I have CPR training, along with other various child safety training classes.
Lorelei can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lorelei has been babysitting our 19-month-old for the past 5 months. She is amazing! She is always early and has been so flexible with our schedule. She is so good with our son and he loves her. I never have to worry when she is with him!"

Jessica C.

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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Housekeeper Available Weekdays!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 3 and I worked as an in-home daycare provider for 15 years. Cleaning, therefore, has always been a part of my everyday life. My 2 sisters are housekeepers as well.
Debra can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Deb is willing to do anything you ask and does it quickly and well. I very much appreciate the work she has done for me. She's been a lifesaver! "

Jeanine S.

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Karla J.


Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

At-Home Mom With Years Of Childcare Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My family and I moved to the Des Moines area about 2 years ago for my husband's job. I'm a stay-at-home mom to my amazing 3-year-old son. I love to join him in imaginative play, take frequent trips to the library and playground, and offer him many creative outlets. Prior to becoming a mom, I cared for kids ranging from newborn...
Karla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"She was great. My children enjoyed there time with Karla. Would very much have her in our home again. She was very flexible to our needs and was on time. She had great communication. "

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Makayla S.


Johnston, IA

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello!! My name is Makayla I'm a sophomore at drake university studying sociology. I live off campus with my two cats in Des Moines. I've been caring for children for the past two years nannying and babysitting in my spare time that I have being a college student. I have experience preparing meals for children who have dietary...
Makayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Makayla is an absolute gem of a care giver. She was so accommodating and very willing to go above and beyond to be there and patient with my 3 year old son.. She did everything possible to always keep me in the loop and updated on their daily activities and goals...

Amanda M.

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Taylor B.


Ankeny, IA

$26/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Taylor and I just recently moved to Ankeny! I started my childcare experience at an in-home-daycare when I was 13 years old. I later worked in an after-school care program where I was responsible for a group of children (ages ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade). Before moving to Cedar Falls, I worked as a...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our...

Alex R.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Slater, IA

Anna P.

5.0

Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!

- Truman J.

Ana V.

5.0

Ana has been a wonderful sitter for our toddler who loved her right out of the gate. She's kind and fun and our kid always asks about her the next day.

- Kathryn H.

Kaitlyn P.

5.0

Kaitlin was great! She and my son had a great time. She took my son to the park, fed him lunch, put him to bed for his nap, took him back out for ice cream, and played with him till I came home later in the day. Would love to have her back again

- Care member

Elizabeth E.

5.0

She is extremely kind and patient. She works wonderfully with children and I cannot recommend her enough.

- Andrew H.

Miriam M.

5.0

Miriam was fantastic, she looked after my 3 month old and two dogs for a date night! Had a great phone interview and provided references for me. She was on time and very quick to respond when I texted to checked on everyone. I look forward to working with her again in the future!

- Ashlee W.

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