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Laura G.


Winterset, IA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Taking Care Of Your Little Ones

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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madisyn F.


Winterset, IA

$16/hr4 yrs exp

About Me..

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

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Taylor D.


Van Meter, IA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Did a great job with my 4 kids! Very attentive and friendly."

Chris S.

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Taylor D.


Van Meter, IA

$12-25/hr3 yrs exp

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

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Ashley P.


Earlham, IA

$5-15/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families, I have worked in childcare off an on for the past 16 years. I have experience in a childcare center and also as a nanny. I worked as a Nursing Assistant in a hospital for 5 years also. I am currently First Aide and CPR certified. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, especially my niece and...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"You could not ask for a better caregiver for your child!"

Jennifer P.

Sabrina R.


Earlham, IA

$12-18/hr1 yrs exp

Children & Animal Lover

I am a stay at home mom of one girl who's 2 years old and looking to start some child care for extra income. I know she would love to have some friends as well too! I have two cats and one dog so love animals. I am an active person that has had experience with children teaching cheers in high school. I love to be outside whether...
Sabrina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
I am available afternoons, evenings and weekends. I can do laundry, vacuuming, dishes, dusting, etc.
Ashley can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning
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Miranda K.


West Des Moines, IA

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over seven years of childcare (babysitting, coaching, daycare) experience - in addition to growing up in a family of five. I am currently a PA student at Des Moines University, and have most afternoons/evenings free. I enjoy spending time outside/being active, and I love learning. I am CPR/first aid certified, I have my...
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Miranda is a gem!! She’s honest, bright, reliable, polite and understanding. She’s just a very good person! She’s been amazing to our young kids and I feel lucky i found her! I can tell that my kids are happier because of her. We 100 percent recommend Miranda to...

Brittany S.

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Jordan N.


Norwalk, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been babysitting/nannying children of all ages for the last 13 years and was able to be a live-in nanny for a wonderful family throughout college. I graduated from UNI in 2020 with a bachelor's degree in K-12 TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teaching and have since been teaching ELL in the Des...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jory was a live-in nanny for our family for 3 years. We absolutely loved her. She was great with our children and helpful, caring, and a responsible person. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"

Jamie S.

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Katherine K.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children! I have 3 little, 6, 3, and 1. I have years of experience, from nannying to teaching and doing the school runs. I am looking for opportunities that allow me to bring my kids with me. The two big kids are in school, one full time, so we do have a schedule to work around. We need to stay around the WDM area...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Adrieanah H.


West Des Moines, IA

$21/hr6 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with children and have been in the education field for four years. In my most recent position as program manager at Right at School, I had the opportunity to work with children from a variety of age groups and backgrounds. Prior to that, I worked as an infant/toddler teacher in my hometown in Iowa,...
Adrieanah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Addy was absolutely fantastic! My daughter loved her right away. She was so punctual, laid back and was an excellent communicator. She sent me photos, and gave me updates of how they were doing. We will definitely be using her again."

Emma D.

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Katherine K.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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: Administration of medicine, pet walking
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.

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Destinee M.


West Des Moines, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I'm an experienced nanny with over a decade of dedicated childcare expertise. If you're in need of reliable and experienced help for overnight or weekend care, I'm here to assist. With a passion for providing a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment for children, I'm ready to support your family's needs. Feel...
Destinee can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Destinee is AMAZING, not just as a caregiver but as a human being. She has been with our family for a while now and we would keep her forever if we could. She is truly our child's best friend. She is patient, thoughtful, creative, reliable, flexible, etc. She has...

Rachel M.

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Mikenna C.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

You're Kids Favorite Sitter

Hi, my name is Mikenna and I am 21 years old. I am an active, reliable, attentive, and patient person. I have both my high school diploma and AA degree. I am currently attending Grandview University to major in kinesiology and minor in coaching. I would say that I have 4 years of babysitting experience when it comes to children...
Mikenna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lily V.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! I am currently an Occupational Therapy Graduate Student and am looking for babysitting gigs on weeknights/weekends! I have been babysitting for over 10 years and have spent most of my time as a newborn teacher in a daycare!
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Hanna R.


Norwalk, IA

$18-24/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter!

Hello, my name is Hanna but I go by Lily! I graduated from Norwalk in 2019 and I'm pursuing my education in nursing spring of 2024. I'm currently looking for a summer nannying job, and would be happy to help out in the school year too if we're compatible! I have experience with newborns all the way up to 12-year-olds. However,...
Hanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Silina O.


West Des Moines, IA

$23-25/hr8 yrs exp

Early Childhood Teacher Looking To Nanny For Des Moines Family!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a former early childhood teacher looking to nanny for a few days a week. In my classroom, I taught infants and toddlers. I have 8 years of experience, 4 of which are in a professional setting. This includes my time as an undergrad assistant at the Child Development Laboratory School at Iowa State University. I am...
Silina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Corinne S.


Dexter, IA

$12-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caretaker, Babysitter, Nanny

Hello! I have 15+ years of childcare experience ranging from nannying, babysitting, musical instruction, camp counseling, and within a classroom setting. It is my goal to enrich, nurture, and inspire children to grow and develop into the best version of themselves, and offer a safe and fun environment for them to do so.
Corinne can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have been around animals my entire life. I have experience taking care of dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, horses, chinchillas, fish and rabbits. I look forward to connecting with you and your furry family member!
Konnor can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Winterset, 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.

Ashley P.

5.0

You could not ask for a better caregiver for your child!

- Jennifer P.

Miranda K.

5.0

Miranda is a gem!! She’s honest, bright, reliable, polite and understanding. She’s just a very good person! She’s been amazing to our young kids and I feel lucky i found her! I can tell that my kids are happier because of her. We 100 percent recommend Miranda to take care of your kiddos!

- Brittany S.

Jordan N.

5.0

Jory was a live-in nanny for our family for 3 years. We absolutely loved her. She was great with our children and helpful, caring, and a responsible person. Would highly recommend her to anyone!

- Jamie S.

Adrieanah H.

5.0

Addy was absolutely fantastic! My daughter loved her right away. She was so punctual, laid back and was an excellent communicator. She sent me photos, and gave me updates of how they were doing. We will definitely be using her again.

- Emma D.

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