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90 nannies are listed in Ames, IA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 5 years
Nannies in Ames, IA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am writing to express my interest in the position of Family Provider, Nanny, and Housekeeper with your family. As a highly experienced and passionate individual in these roles, I am confident that I can make a positive contribution to your household. In addition to my technical skills, I am a compassionate and caring...
Teresa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Teresa is reliable and professional. She is always on time and comes ready for the day. She is proactive and stays busy at the house (which always looks amazing at the end of day). She is kind and loving and can certainly be trusted as a nanny, caregiver or house...
Katelyn B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Autumn! I have 7 years of experience in childcare with being a nanny, caring for a 2-month-old for an entire month on my own when her mom was unable, babysitting for lots of families often.
Autumn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Autumn is the baby whisperer! She nannied for us for 8 months! My sweet COVID baby had a lot of issues with strangers other than Mommy. Within a few days, Autumn had charmed her, and leaving my infant in Autumn's loving care became a breeze. She was extremely...
Christina S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Rachelle and I am 39 years old. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have been getting paid for babysitting for 12 years but have been babysitting for a long time before that. I substituted at a child care learning center. I usually worked with kids or so...
Rachelle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachelle is reliable and connected right away with my youngest. It's a peace of mind having her taking care of my kids."
Mariana S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! A bit about myself- I am originally from North Dakota and studied and received my BFA with an emphasis in painting at NDSU. I recently moved to Des Moines with my partner, who works as an associate professor at ISU. I'm an oil painter, and am planning to get my MFA next fall of 2024 in Chicago.
I am looking for a family...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Andrea felt like family! Our daughter adored her. She was active and made sure our child stayed stimulated by taking her to museums, parks and keeping her engaged through books and play. She is a reliable person and offered a peace of mind to our family. She kept...
Sonjia B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience nannying 2 young girls for my entire senior year of high school. I interacted with them both indoors and outdoors doing various activities. I also was responsible for their after school snack and ensuring they had their homework done. I also have 13 siblings of all ages and I'm the middle child, so I have...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ella is GREAT with kids. She loved our kids and took care of them while we were at work. I would never use the word babysitter because Ella did more than babysit—she cared for our children: helping them with homework, playing with them, taking them places, etc. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
My experience in childcare consists of years of babysitting (ages ranging from a newborn-12 years old), two consecutive summers of being a full time nanny for two different families (ages ranging from 2-12) and working for after school childcare at an elementary school for 2 years.
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Was great with communication and made the girls feel comfortable in their time with her."
Sara S.
Joseline N.
Ames, IA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Joseline, i'm an 19-year-old college student! I like to play soccer and read! I started babysitting with my mom at her home daycare for 5 years. Last year I decided to try something new and became a nanny! I love babysitting and making memories with kids! I also recently worked at a family members daycare and it...
Joseline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Josie!! It's great knowing my son is well taken care of. Very communicative and caring. And super flexible with my work/meeting schedule. So glad we found her!"
Mikayla B.
5.0
(3)
Hi! My names is Nadine, I am a 20-year-old college student. I've been babysitting/nannying kids for 3 years now. I am CPR/First Aid certified and would love to tell you a little about myself! I love watching kids learn and contribute to their growth! I love creating engaging activities for kids, inside and outside of course! I...
Nadine can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was my part time nanny through the summer! My daughter had a lot of fun with her!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 21-year-old college student who is looking for a job I'll love. I'm going to finish up school this year at Dmacc majoring in Exercise science. I took last year off of school to be a full time nanny to two young boys 2 and 4 years old. I have always loved working with children since as long as I can remember. My mother had...
Kirsten can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have over 6 years of experience in childcare. I have babysat regularly since age 14 and have nannied over the summers, caring for 1-5 children at a time. I currently work at a daycare center, and have been here since the fall of 2021. I love children and enjoy spending time with them. I am comfortable partaking in cooking,...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Ana has been a wonderful sitter for our toddler who loved her right out of the gate. She's kind and fun and our kid always asks about her the next day."
Kathryn H.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate, hardworking nanny with an abundance of patience. Have provided nanny care for many different families. Love working with children. An Early Childhood Middle Childhood major. 10+ years of experience.
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I have many years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping, and many other tasks. Working with children brings me so much joy and I cannot wait to find a great family to work for!
Hi, my names Mariah! I love working with children and am so excited to find a nanny job for this summer! I currently live...
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I worked as a full time nanny to a 4-year-old during the summer of 2015. Quick learner and very attentive!
Cassidy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a junior at Iowa State this year going into education, and I love working with kids! I have 6+ years of experience at preschools, previous nanny jobs, and at the elementary school district. I am looking for a nanny position primarily for afternoons and evenings as well as weekends. However I am looking for a full time...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Caitlyn Im from Eagan Minnesota, currently going to Iowa state university pursuing marketing and management. Im in search of a family in need of a summer nanny. Ive been a summer nanny before as well as I've been nannied as a child, so I have lots of experience and joy in this field. I have 8 years of experience. I...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a junior at Iowa State studying elementary education. I have numerous years of babysitting experience and working with kids. I have also nannied the last 4 summers and I absolutely love it.
Sophia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I am 21 years old and currently a junior at State University. I am very reliable and patient with children. I have 10 years of experience, ages newborns to 10+. I am also willing to help with extra things, like light housekeeping, laundry, travel, errands. I am currently looking for a full-time summer nanny job!
Mckinna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi!
I'm Lily, I'm a recent graduate, and just moved to Bremerton, WA for family. I study Materials Science and Engineering with a minor in biomedical sciences. Im passionate about science!
I've nannied on and off for the past 7 years, and I've tutored kids aged 8-18 in topics like algebra, geometry, and more.
I have been...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
With over 15 years of childcare experience, I am a dedicated bilingual nanny. I take pride in nurturing children's growth, creating a safe and enriching environment. My commitment and positive reviews speak to the trust I've built with families over the years. Your child's well-being and development are my top priorities.
Marcela can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Rachel D.
Ames, IA
$17/hr • 8 yrs exp
Need A Fun And Active Nanny For The Spring/summer I'm Your Girl!!
Hello my name is Rachel and I'm 21 years old. I'm currently taking a break from school to save up more money! I have been a babysitter/nanny for 8+ plus years! I stared my first babysitting job at 13! I'm full of energy and adventures and love being outside! I'm willing to do house work, meal preps, drive the kids anywhere, and...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Ames, IA
Teresa E.
5.0
Teresa is reliable and professional. She is always on time and comes ready for the day. She is proactive and stays busy at the house (which always looks amazing at the end of day). She is kind and loving and can certainly be trusted as a nanny, caregiver or house manager.
- Katelyn B.
Autumn L.
5.0
Autumn is the baby whisperer! She nannied for us for 8 months! My sweet COVID baby had a lot of issues with strangers other than Mommy. Within a few days, Autumn had charmed her, and leaving my infant in Autumn's loving care became a breeze. She was extremely careful to follow the parenting style...
- Christina S.
Rachelle L.
5.0
Rachelle has been great with my very busy 3 year old. She's caring, attentive, punctual, dependable and trustworthy! Takes great care of my daughter so I don't have to worry while at work. Would definitely recommend Rachelle!
- Ashley L.
Andrea Q.
5.0
Andrea felt like family! Our daughter adored her. She was active and made sure our child stayed stimulated by taking her to museums, parks and keeping her engaged through books and play. She is a reliable person and offered a peace of mind to our family. She kept our space tidy and kept up on...
- Sonjia B.
Ella T.
5.0
Ella is GREAT with kids. She loved our kids and took care of them while we were at work. I would never use the word babysitter because Ella did more than babysit—she cared for our children: helping them with homework, playing with them, taking them places, etc.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding nannies in Ames, IA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Ames, IA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Ames, IA is as of is $15.18 per hour as of May, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Ames, IA?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 90 in Ames, IA. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Ames, IA?
You can find different nanny services in Ames through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Ames, IA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Ames, IA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Ames, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 90 listed nannies.