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Taylor B.
Winterset, IA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For Part Time Child Care Work, Especially During The Summer!
I've been working with kids for years. I began babysitting for neighbor's kids around the age of 12. I did several volunteer opportunities throughout high school and college that involved working with children of different ages. I have my Masters in Social Work and currently work full time as a school social worker working with...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.7
(3)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Ashley has watched my son twice. She was very prompt, polite, and friendly to us. I hope she stays around so we can keep having her watch our son!"
Christina M.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
I am available afternoons, evenings and weekends. I can do laundry, vacuuming, dishes, dusting, etc.
Ashley can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens
Miranda K.
West Des Moines, IA
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & 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.
Jordan N.
Norwalk, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(1)
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
5.0
(2)
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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Addy took care of 2 boys so we could get out for a few hours. Sweet girl with a lot in common with them! Her empathy and patience was appreciated as one was a bit reluctant. Thanks, Addy! Look forward to having you around!"
Stephanie W.
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: 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.
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were devastated when Destinee moved from our area! Our son absolutely loved her. She is so sweet and we are having such a hard time finding anyone else who matches her care! Highly recommend!"
Kelly S.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Silina O.
West Des Moines, IA
$23-25/hr • 8 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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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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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Winterset, IA:
How can I find a Winterset babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Winterset, 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 Winterset, 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 Winterset, IA?
The average rate for Winterset, IA babysitters on Care.com is $15.33 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 Winterset, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Winterset, 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.