Find babysitters in Marion, IA that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Marion, IA

The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Marion, IA

Kayleen T.'s Photo

Kayleen T.


Marion, IA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat children ages birth-12 for several years in my neighborhood as well as family. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the Cedar Valley Iowa area working with both children and adults and LOVE IT!
Kayleen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Our shy toddler warmed up instantly to Kayleen and was very comfortable around her kind demeanor. He asked us to go on another date so she could come back! Our pets were happy to get some extra attention too! We look forward to seeing her again!"

Michael I.

Shannon F.'s Photo

Shannon F.


Marion, IA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 girls ages 15, 7 and 3 and the oldest of 6 kids. I started watching my younger brother at 10, then cousins and finally getting paid jobs around 14. I went on to be an au-pair in Denmark, then a nanny. I've also worked in an after school program for kids. Then I had my own. I have experience working with neuro...
Shannon can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Shannon was great! This was my first time leaving my 3 year old son with a stranger, so I was nervous. A did great with her. It made me feel better that she has experience with Autistic children."

Melissa T.

Kiara M.'s Photo

Kiara M.


Marion, IA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have been working with children for 10 pluse years. I currently work for the Cedar Rapids school district. I'm a special education interventionist. I'm the past my job would include going on field trips, making sure the kids eat, making sure they are safe and tending to them if they get hurt, do arts and crafts,...
Kiara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kiara is amazing. I have worked with her many times before, and would work with her again. She's a great, caring, loving caretaker. "

Care member

Delanie M.'s Photo

Delanie M.


Marion, IA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For All Ages

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Registered Nurse and have 3 years experience on a pediatric intensive care unit! Kids are so fun to watch for so many reasons! I love watching their minds work and the creativity they come up with! I love to be outside, doing crafts, reading, and learning new things!
Delanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Delanie is wonderful! Responsible, reliable, and comes with lots of experience. "

Kirsten A.

Madaleen N.'s Photo

Madaleen N.


Marion, IA

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available In The Corridor!

I love working with kiddos! I have been babysitting since I was about 13 and have experience working with children aged newborn through 12 years. I have taken elementary education and psychology courses, and am CPR/AED/First Aid certified. As a former elementary education major, have learned lots of fun and safe ways to engage...
Madaleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maddy is kind, patient and trustworthy. When your kid instantly feels comfortable with the babysitter then you know she's good. We have hired Maddy to watch our kids, cat and house. My oldest has separation anxiety so I can only leave him with familiar people who...

Rachel P.

Evangeline H.'s Photo

Evangeline H.


Marion, IA

$15-40/hr1 yrs exp

I come from a family of nine children of which I am the second oldest. I have therefore had lots of experience taking care of children of all ages. I have been babysitting children ages 4 + since I was a young teenager, and have nannied for three consecutive summers, children ranging from infancy to 11 years old. I enjoy reading...
5.0
"Eva is simply the best! Our family adores everything about her. The kids find her to be the most fun babysitter they have ever had!! (Even when she holds them accountable to get their tasks done!) She is very responsible, reliable, attentive, and creative. She...

Care member

Paige B.'s Photo

Paige B.


Marion, IA

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a recent graduate at University of Iowa. I studied Environmental Planning and Bio-science. I am looking for a full time position M-F, and could pick up occasional other jobs. During summer of 2019 I was a naturalist intern at Indian Creek Nature Center. My job was to help teach and care for a large group of kids at...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Paige is very quiet, but is really great at working with kids. My son, in particular, has moderate to severe intellectual disability, is non-verbal and is not toilet trained (he is developmentally a 14 year old, 100 pound toddler). Paige jumped right in to work...

Carrie B.

Hello, I am a senior at the University of Iowa studying Environmental Planning and Bio-science. I am looking for a job over winter break when I return to my home town of Marion, Iowa. This past summer I was a naturalist intern at Indian Creek Nature Center. My job was to help teach and care for a large group of kids at summer...
Alicia G.'s Photo

Alicia G.


Marion, IA

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Loving, Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Alica, I'm 24 years old and have many years of childcare experience. I've babysat for many families and have worked at two daycares. I have been working as a nanny for over a year now, and I'm just looking for part-time work. I have a van that seats six, and four car seats comfortably. I'm CPR and first aid, certified,...
Alicia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"The kids love her and she is great with them."

Angela L.

Celeste Y.'s Photo

Celeste Y.


Marion, IA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

World's Funnest Babysitter!

Kids always tell me, "Lindsey you're the funnest babysitter ever!" I take that as a badge of honor. I'm not the kind of babysitter that's just going to sit back and check on the kids every hour, no I'm the type that wants to be playing with them or watching a movie or doing a craft. Hanging out with kids has been my favorite...
Celeste can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Katie W.'s Photo

Katie W.


Marion, IA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have 18 years of experience. In the past I've worked at 5 different day cares. I've been a nanny for 5 different families. I worked at a school for 4 years and I have my assistant Montessori teaching degree. I have worked with children ranging from ages 3 mo-13 yrs. My jobs in the past consisted of house chores,...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Larkin N H.'s Photo

Larkin N H.


Marion, IA

$8-17/hr6 yrs exp

Fun-Loving Babysitter Available!

Hello! I have several years of babysitting experience and would love to be a part-time nanny or occasional babysitter for you and your family. I have reliable transportation and am comfortable with cooking, doing light housework, and pets.
Larkin N can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Adrianna B.'s Photo

Adrianna B.


Marion, IA

$15-28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Reliable Nanny :)

Hi, I'm Adrianna, I'm 25 years old. I have 12 years of experience nannying/babysitting. I moved from nannying to a different job for a few years, but due to missing it so much I'm looking to find a family again! I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, carpooling, etc. I have my own reliable vehicle with...
Adrianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Skyla A.'s Photo

Skyla A.


Marion, IA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full Of Energy And Spunk

I have been babysitting on and off since I was 14 years old and I absolutely adore being around kiddos. Some other information about me is I just graduated from college and am planning to become a cop. While in college I played soccer for 4 years and had the wonderful opportunity to work with vulnerable adults for most of my...
Skyla can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Adrienne T.'s Photo

Adrienne T.


Marion, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Adrienne. I'm 23 years old, and currently working weekends at St. Luke's here in Cedar Rapids. I've been babysitting since middle school, and I also have 2 younger siblings I helped take care of when they were young. I'm updated on COVID vaccines, including my booster, and I'm attending Kirkwood Community College to get...
Adrienne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

Alissa A.'s Photo

Alissa A.


Marion, IA

$16-25/hr

Professional Pet Sitter

My name is Alissa. I am a mother of a 4-year-old and a pet mom to 1 dog, 4 cats and a rabbit! I have owned just about any animal you can think of. I have always had a huge heart for animals and always will. I will give your babies all the love and attention they deserve while you're away!
Alissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

NAPPS Certified

Kayleen T.'s Photo

Kayleen T.


Marion, IA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I grew up on a farm with tons of cats, always a dog, cows, and horses. I have always been a HUGE animal lover! :)
Kayleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kiara M.'s Photo

Kiara M.


Marion, IA

$8-20/hr3 yrs exp

I love interacting with people, very good listener. I use to work in home health health care. I loved it. I loved helping, hearing different stories. I really enjoyed getting to know the pets of and their family. I did everything from baths to set up meditation for the week and keep track of blood sugar. Also helped garden and...
Kiara can also help with: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hello! My name is Julia and I am offering housekeeping. I have not specifically done it as a job before, but I have done it at my house and for others while babysitting. I don't have the supplies so those would have to be given to me by whoever hires me. I love organizing a ton too! I love providing clean spaces for people to...
Julia can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
I have 2 cats, one is a rescue, one from a farm. I had a dog growing up, I'm willing to walk dogs or pet sit. If your cat or dog gets along with other cats and kids I could board too.
Shannon can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Marion, IA

Kayleen T.

5.0

Our shy toddler warmed up instantly to Kayleen and was very comfortable around her kind demeanor. He asked us to go on another date so she could come back! Our pets were happy to get some extra attention too! We look forward to seeing her again!

- Michael I.

Shannon F.

5.0

Shannon was great! This was my first time leaving my 3 year old son with a stranger, so I was nervous. A did great with her. It made me feel better that she has experience with Autistic children.

- Melissa T.

Kiara M.

5.0

Kiara is amazing. I have worked with her many times before, and would work with her again. She's a great, caring, loving caretaker.

- Care member

Delanie M.

5.0

Delanie is wonderful! Responsible, reliable, and comes with lots of experience.

- Kirsten A.

Madaleen N.

5.0

Maddy is fabulous, fun, kind, trustworthy, and reliable. My kids and I all love her.

- Brianna F.

Babysitter Articles

22 summer movies for kids of all ages

22 summer movies for kids of all ages

June 8th, 2023 Sure, the beach, pool and backyard barbecues are staples once school lets out, but let’s be honest: Fun summer movies for families are hard to beat — and th... Read more
13 Memorial Day activities for kids

13 Memorial Day activities for kids

May 15th, 2023 The Memorial Day holiday often heralds the arrival of summer, but this year, take some time to teach kids about what this holiday actually celebrates: Remem... Read more
6 fun pool games for kids that keep them happy and tire them out

6 fun pool games for kids that keep them happy and tire them out

June 6th, 2022 Do your kids love swimming but become bored after countless hours spent diving for pennies and practicing underwater handstands? Whether you have your own b... Read more
31 DIY teacher gifts that kids can make

31 DIY teacher gifts that kids can make

April 19th, 2023 Sure, gift cards are nice, but it’s the DIY teacher gifts that usually leave the biggest impression on your child’s teacher. Not only do personalized presen... Read more
How to prepare formula: Answers to the most common safety questions

How to prepare formula: Answers to the most common safety questions

December 16th, 2022 Whether you’re a parent ready to shift from breast to bottle or a caregiver new to infant feeding, it’s normal to have questions about how to prepare formul... Read more

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Marion, IA:

How can I find a Marion babysitter near me?

How much do babysitters charge in Marion, IA?

What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Marion, IA?

Ratings for Marion, IA babysitters listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Babysitters in Marion, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.