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60 babysitters are listed in Indianola, IA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Indianola, IA
Tia N.
Indianola, IA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tia. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I taught swim lessons to children starting at the age of 6 months for 3+years as well as lifeguard. I have been a summer nanny to 3 kids age ranged from 2-6. I have been a full time nanny for 5 years now. Kids age ranging from newborn to 8. I have worked with...
Tia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tia was our after school nanny for our elementary age twins. She is wonderful. She is reliable, punctual, and great with our kids. She planned and executed great activities and crafts with kids. We could always depend on Tia and knew that she truly cared about our...
Sue F.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is McKenzie! I am 26 years old and have over 10years of experience working with children. I have experience in daycare centers, behavioral special education, and as a private nanny. I hold all currently required trainings and certificates needed by DHS to work in a childcare center. I'm looking to pick up part time...
Mckenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sarah W.
Indianola, IA
$17-20/hr
1.0
(1)
Hi I'm Sarah! I'm 19, I've had experience caring and watching young children up to 15 years old.
I'm good at crafts and can entertain younger children, I know how to cook and clean, I'm good with deadlines, the children I've met like me and have wanted to play with me and we always get along. I usually always have colorful...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am very energetic, reliable, and creative with children. I've had almost 9 years of experience babysitting with kids ranging from infants to teenagers. I myself have grown up with German shepherds and a few mixed breeds. I absolutely love any kind of pets, and provide a friendly environment for them! I am also willing to...
Aleksandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Kaci can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Aleksandra D.
Indianola, IA
$18-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! I am very energetic, reliable, and creative with children. I've had almost 9 years of experience babysitting with kids ranging from infants to teenagers. I am also willing to help with any additional house work, pet car, and have a car available as well. Overall I make sure to provide a safe and fun environment!
Aleksandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Chelsea S.
Indianola, IA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting, drop ins and walking. I'm an experienced with many animals. My family fostered animals growing up. I just love animals, I'm very patient. I have 3 dogs and a cat myself. not allergic to any. Please let me know if you have any questions!
Chelsea can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello families! My name is McKenzie and I would love to become your new nanny! I am CPR and First Aid certified. I also hold all current certifications required by DHS for childcare needs. I have over 10 years experience working with children. I've been a nanny, worked in a child care center, and have done behavioral special...
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mckenzie N.
Indianola, IA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is McKenzie and I currently focus my caretaking time on kids but I do have previous experience with in home elder care! I worked for an at home elder care company for 3 years and loved every second of it. I would be happy to help out your loved one on weekends or evening after 6:30 M-F!
Mckenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands
I have over 10 years experience providing care for the elderly and people with dementia.
I am reliable and trustworthy. Taking care of people is my passion. I promise I will provide wonderful services for you or your loved one.
Shilah can also help with: Errands, transportation, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Georgia C.
Indianola, IA
$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter Available For Weeknights And Weekend Care.
I currently work for 2 child care centers 25-30 hours weekly. The ages range from 3-month-olds to 5th graders. I have been around daycare since I was 3 as my step mom did in home daycare as I grew up. I started babysitting around the age of 10 and have lots of experience. I love to go on adventures be outside and do crafts.
Georgia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! Recently got out of the military hoping to start school, but in the mean time hoping to help anyway I can! I was a caregiver before I joined the military, but also was a nanny/sitter. So as a caregiver, I Assisted with personal care, bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting. Prepared basic food preparation. Administered...
I currently own and operate my cleaning business Peachy Clean which I provide cleaning for houses and commercial businesses.
Weekly, Monthly, or one time cleanings are available. As a housekeeper I help families maintain a clean, stress free home or work space.
I also currently have maintained my CNA for over 10 years and...
Shilah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Allison P.
Indianola, IA
$14-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
My Name Is Allison And I'm 18 Years Old! Caring For Young Children Has Always Been A Passion For Me!
Hello! I have been caring for infants and young toddlers for many years despite being pretty young still I'd like to describe my personality as fun, caring, passionate, outgoing, adventurous, and empathetic. I have previous and current experience in a daycare setting caring for age group 1-3 and infants 6weeks+, Ive worked in...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Mckenzie N.
Indianola, IA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I have 4 years of behavioral special education experience that has left me with a wide array of elementary leveled tutoring knowledge that I'm happy to help with! I can help with reading, writing, and math at elementary levels through many different avenues!
Mckenzie N.
Indianola, IA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is McKenzie and I'm looking forward to being your new errand runner! I currently work an 8-5 job but happy to come help run errands like grocery shopping, running to the post office, pick up/drop off to kids activities! Please don't hesitate to reach out!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Chelsea! I love animals, plants and sports. I have three dogs and a cat! I was in the military for 8 years. Before the service I was a sitter/nanny and caregiver. Then I was a caregiver again over the summer time here in Odessa. I'm very patience, caring and have a big heart. I'm always positive. I grew up with...
Chelsea can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello! Recently got out of the military hoping to start school, but in the mean time hoping to help anyway I can! I was a caregiver before I joined the military, but also was a nanny/sitter. So as a caregiver, I Assisted with personal care, bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting. Prepared basic food preparation. Administered...
Chelsea can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, general room cleaning, oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
Chelsea S.
Indianola, IA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I was a caregiver for 4 years. I Assisted with personal care, bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting. Prepared basic food preparation. Administered medications and liquids through a gastronomy tube and breathing treatments through a nebulizer. I'm good at understanding and carrying out tasks. While on the military I...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands
Hello!!! with over 10 years experience with residential and commercial cleaning. I am a highly reliable person who helps my customers maintain a clean, stress free home or workspace.
Weekly, Monthly, or one time services are available. I can also help with organization or projects outside of the standard cleaning duties.
Look...
Shilah can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning & more
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Indianola, IA:
How can I find a Indianola babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Indianola, 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 21 babysitters in Indianola, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.0. 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 Indianola, IA?
The average rate for Indianola, IA babysitters on Care.com is $16.62 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 Indianola, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Indianola, 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.