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60 babysitters are listed in Van Meter, IA
The average rate is $16/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Van Meter, IA
Taylor D.
Van Meter, IA
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Taylor and I just recently finished working as a part time manager at a retail store, and am just looking to start filling my time doing what I love most! I was a nanny for the last 2 summers for 2 children both times, and fell in love with it! I've babysat from just a few days old, up to only a few years younger...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Did a great job with my 4 kids! Very attentive and friendly."
Chris S.
Taylor D.
Van Meter, IA
$12-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently finishing up my last two weeks as a manager at a retail store in the mall. I'm looking to go back to doing what I love most and watch kids and care for animals :) I've babysat from just a few weeks old, up to only a few years younger than myself and have been walking and taking care of animals since I was very...
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Maleah D.
Van Meter, IA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Maleah . I am currently looking for a full time nanny position. I am CPR Certified and First Aid Certified. I have experience working in a daycare(infants-10yrs) I also have preschool experience and was a nanny last year to a wonderful kindergartener! Thanks have a good day!
Maleah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Madeleine D.
Cumming, IA
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi there! I am an ISU graduate currently working in the Event Management industry with a hectic schedule. I am looking for some great families that can schedule in advance for occasional dates. I have several years of childcare experience as a gymnastics coach, summer counselor, and consistent nanny.
Madeleine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Abigail B.
Cumming, IA
$17-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Abigail and I am currently a Labor & Delivery nurse in Des Moines. I have always loved working with people, especially children and animals. I am energetic and love to have fun. I enjoy being outdoors, trying new things and socializing. Im currently looking for some part time hours on my days off as well as...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Mila C.
Cumming, IA
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Mila, I am a Junior at Drake University. I am Majoring in Psychology with a minor in Education, my plan is to get my Masters in Education to become a Kindergarten teacher. I have lots of history in childcare, I helped run camps for young cheerleaders, babysat through care. com, babysat neighborhood kids, as...
Mila can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Abigail B.
Cumming, IA
$15-25/hr
I am a college student looking to earn some money by helping YOU out!! I enjoy cleaning as stress relief and I'm a dedicated and reliable individual. I am in school so looking for flexible hours and willingness to communicate a schedule per week. Im willing to discuss your cleaning needs and find out what would work best! I look...
Abigail can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization
Haley G.
Cumming, IA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Active And Playful Babysitter Providing Nurturing Care For Children
I enjoy working with kids because their energy and enthusiasm bring me joy. Interacting with children allows me to tap into my playful side and create fun experiences for them. Over the past four years, I have gained extensive experience working with infants, honing my skills in infant care.
In a babysitting job, I value...
Hi! My name is maddie I am 20 years old and currently taking college classes. I currently work at a daycare and have for 1. 5 years. I have over 5 years experience babysitting. I have also been a nanny for 2 summers. I love working with kids and getting to watch them grow!
Madisyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am 27 years old living in West Des Moines. I currently work as a Fraud Investigator for a large health care company. I attend a church on the east side of DSM and serve in many different capacities including our kids ministry program that has 25 plus children a week, ages K-5. During high school and...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been in the kids ministry at my church for the last three years. Over that time, I have built relationships with the families and alongside this, I clean their houses on the side. I am also able to watch any pets you may have.
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Aubrie C.
Cumming, IA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
2.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive fun loving person. For several years I have been babysitting and watching my brothers, for the past two years I have been working at a daycare working with children 6 weeks- 10-year-olds. I am CPR certified, First aid certified and have taken some early childhood classes. I plan on going to college to become a...
Aubrie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been watching kids since I was 12. I started with church day care, with me watching the kids and the parents in the other room. When I was 13-ish I started babysitting for families. And usually watching their kids while the parents went out on date nights. I had a few families I would watch their kids weekly. I have...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Merjem C.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Merjem and I am a college student studying to be a nurse. I have experience with all ages from infants to school ages and have previously worked at a daycare. I am CPR and first aid trained and have been babysitting for 7 years. I am also an aunt to an amazing 2-year-old who has taught me so much and more. I...
Merjem can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She went over and above to make our dog feel comfortable giving him lots of love and kisses."
Cindy J.
Molly B.
West Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel safe. I am a registered nurse and have worked in the intensive care unit for many years, so I do know first aid and CPR. I love to do activities, arts/crafts, playing outside with the kids. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Molly did a great job as a companion for a family member while we were out of town. She also monitored medications. We would definitely hire her again."
Robert W.
Jillayne A.
Des Moines, IA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
School Psychologist With Extensive Care Experience- Occasional/ Summer Availability!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
*I am only looking for occasional evening, or weekend jobs during the school year. In the summer I will be available Wednesday- Sunday. Thank you!*
Hi, and am a very experienced babysitter and nanny, including full-time for young twins, a year in Germany for three, and for many date nights. I am a School Psychologist in...
Jillayne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jillayne was great! My husband and I were in Des Moines for a wedding and needed someone to watch our 2 month old. She responded right away, was punctual and great with our son. It was the first time we had left him with someone other than our parents and it...
Devoni B.
Katherine K.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up on a farm with 3 dogs and several cats. I have provided drop-in care for an older dog while neighbors have gone on extended vacations. I am available for drop-ins and walks. I have experience with medication administration.
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Katherine watched our 15 year old dog while we were away for the weekend. She visited our home prior to watching him to get all the details and meet him. She provided text updates throughout the visit and was punctual with the scheduled visits. I would highly...
Tracie B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Talia! I have a full time job and am looking for babysitting jobs on week nights or weekends. I hold both a Bachelors and a Masters degree. I have 5 years of summer nanny experience, and 8 years of babysitting experience. I worked at an elementary school as a before and after school teacher as well. I love kids of all...
Talia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Tailia was amazing! Super engaging with Krew, he loved her right away and was flexible with what I needed. Thankful to have had her help out our family! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
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
Early Education
CPR
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.
Maricela V.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I love interacting with children! I have 4 years experience taking care of children! I started out working in elementary schools as a yard aide. My job was to keep the children safe and make sure they were playing nice! I currently work in a day care and love it! I plan to go back to school to study RN! In my down...
5.0
"Maricela is amazing! She is the perfect combination of engaging energy and calm. Also she was super understanding and flexible with my last minute need. She totally rescued us and made my kids happy! "
Kay H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Van Meter, IA
Taylor D.
5.0
Pleasant, on time and always dependable. We've hired Taylor to take care of our twins and they ABSOLUTELY love her. They always have fun and get exited when they know she's coming.
- Cecilia R.
Merjem C.
5.0
Merjem (Mary) want above and beyond to take care of my Carter who struggled with some anxiety. She has a true love and passion for animals and is also great at communicating. I would highly recommend Mary!
- Dev T.
Molly B.
5.0
Molly did a great job as a companion for a family member while we were out of town. She also monitored medications. We would definitely hire her again.
- Robert W.
Jillayne A.
5.0
She took care of my 5 year old on short notice. She made popcorn, colored pictures and played trains with him. Hire her. Would hire again!
- Wayne K.
Katherine K.
5.0
Katherine watched our 15 year old dog while we were away for the weekend. She visited our home prior to watching him to get all the details and meet him. She provided text updates throughout the visit and was punctual with the scheduled visits. I would highly recommend her and we plan on using her...
- Tracie B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Van Meter, IA:
How can I find a Van Meter babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Van Meter, 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 3 babysitters in Van Meter, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Van Meter, IA?
The average rate for Van Meter, IA babysitters on Care.com is $16.00 per hour as of April 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 Van Meter, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Van Meter, 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.
Ratings for Van Meter, IA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Van Meter, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.