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After school babysitters in Altoona, IA
Katelyn H.
Altoona, IA
$12-16/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am recently graduated from UNI in elementary education. I am currently subbing and hoping to have my own classroom in August so I am looking for a summer nannying job. I have worked in childcare for over 8 years now with ages 0-12. I have my CPR and First Aid trainings. I love babysitting and working with all ages of children....
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lindsey W.
Altoona, IA
$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
An Aspiring Teacher Who Would Love To Care For Your Little Ones!
I am currently a junior (soon to be senior) at Iowa State University, studying elementary education. I am super passionate about working with kids. I have dreamed of being a teacher since I was young and am now pursuing my dream in school. I have had lots of experience with children inside a classroom and out as well. I am super...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sheryl Y.
Des Moines, IA
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am new to iowa but not to childcare. I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. My best references are the kids in my neighborhood although I have adult references too. I love...
Sheryl can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She really cares about the kiddos and is always willing to lend a helping hand! My kids love her! "
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
hello mamas and dads! I just relocated to des moines in the beginning of the year to finish out my time at the AVEDA institute for esthetics! during my time off from school I work as a CNA at different facilities around the area. I have been a CNA for almost 3 years! I absolutely love it! unfortunately, my body is not able to...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Lauren saved the day on a weekend where our childcare fell through. She came over in the afternoon to meet us and then came back the same evening to sit with our 3 year old daughter. Our daughter woke up the next morning and was upset that Lauren wasn't there...
Emily N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
Rhini A.
Ankeny, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I live in Ankeny and work full-time at Blank Children's Hospital as a Child Life Specialist. Looking for evening/ weekend babysitting hours. I taught elementary special education for 5 years prior to working in the hospital setting. If you're looking for occasional hours or need a date night every now and then message me.
Rhini can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave. She knows how to engage and have fun with our 5 year old. She's patient and loving and kind. Rhini felt like...
Sarah S.
I have 8years of professional experience working in childcare settings, as well as many years as a nanny/babysitter. I would love to help your family out on weeknights as well as weekends. I am comfortable with all ages of children and love to come up with fun activities.
Madelyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Avery and I am looking for a part-time nanny job (ideally after school type care). I enjoy many different types of activities; both indoor and outdoor! A few facts about me:
- I currently work in the restaurant industry, where I have been for 15 months
- I have a 5-year-old Golden Doodle (named Meadow) and love...
Avery can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 25 years old and a University of Iowa graduate. My experience with childcare includes:
-6 years of volunteering at Church daycare/Sunday school
-4 years of leading a vacation bible school group
-Babysitting relatives and family friends.
-Date night sitter
-Summer nanny for 4 years.
-Before/after school nanny for 1...
Amy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I was a teacher working with special needs children for almost 30 years. I have 2 of my own children I adopted who are special needs. I love all animals and have both 2 dogs and several cats. I love working with children. I grew up a farm kid in rural Northern Iowa.
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and firm....
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Madison D.
Des Moines, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I ve been babysitting since I was 14. I have taken care of children from newborn to 10+ years old. I like doing outdoor activities (when the weather permits it) reading books and playing board games. I've picked up children from home and school and dropped them off at home at desired time. Also I have made/provided food and...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
1.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jalie. I'm currently a student at Grandview University and I'm currently studying to become a nutritionist. I have babysat all ages of kids throughout high-school and I have lots of experience underneath me. I love kids and the joy they bring to my life and I would make sure that they always got the best care....
Ariana M.
Des Moines, IA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello my name is Ariana! I have been working with kids since I was 13, I started off babysitting until I turned 16 where I got a job at Metro kids working with ages from kindergarten up to fifth grade, and then when I graduated from high school I became a part-time nanny for a family with a 3-year-old, a 6-year-old, and a...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brienne E.
Des Moines, IA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brie and I have about 6-7 years of experience babysitting/nannying. I love it so much. It brings me so much joy just having fun with the kids and watching them learn and grow! I am very responsible, caring, hardworking and just have a nurturing personality in general. I nannied for a family of 4 kids over a...
Brienne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love being outdoors, I love playing sports with children. I love arts and crafts and building and creating new things. I have 3 nieces and 2 nephews, I have experience in caring for children, assisting with homework, drop off and pick up from school and daycare. I am able to assist with meal preparations, laundry, housekeeping...
Mollie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello everyone, I am an early childhood teacher in the Ankeny area looking to make a little extra money doing what I love! I graduated from Iowa State University in 2017 with a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education unified with Special Education, and have had multiple nannying experiences over the past 7 years. I am a...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Drea S.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi my name is Drea and I am going into my junior year of college. I have 3 years experience babysitting children. I am a very caring and loving person. The safety and security of your children is my number one priority when they are under my protection. I am willing to run errands, pick up around the house, and help children...
Drea can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Joyanna H.
Ankeny, IA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have about 4-5 years of experience as a nanny, and have nannied about 3-4 children at a time. I work well with children of all ages.
In previous nannying experiences, I have helped children in preschool and kindergarten with learning and school. I enjoy helping kids learn and creating fun opportunities for them to grow. I...
Joyanna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available part time for evenings and weekends in the Des Moines, IA area. About me: My mother and father became foster parents when I was 4. They were licensed for over 25 years. My mother also did in home daycare. I helped my mom with foster children and day care children from the time I was 4 years old. I was also a...
Jeani can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have 4 years of experience nannying during the summer and 2 years of working at cadence academy daycare during the fall. I come from a big family with a lot of nieces, nephews and cousins so I started really babysitting when I was 12. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I absolutely love and enjoy kids i'm going...
Alivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Altoona, IA
Sheryl Y.
5.0
She really cares about the kiddos and is always willing to lend a helping hand! My kids love her!
- Care member
Lauren H.
5.0
Lauren is amazing with kids. She's kind, caring, dependable and my 3 kids still talk about her after she's moved away for some time now. She's a gem and wish she was still around!
- Alisha M.
Maren F.
5.0
Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again
- Katie C.
Rhini A.
5.0
Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave. She knows how to engage and have fun with our 5 year old. She's patient and loving and kind. Rhini felt like part of our family the moment we met...
- Sarah S.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Altoona, IA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Altoona, IA?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Altoona, IA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Altoona, IA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Altoona, IA is $11.50. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Altoona, IA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Altoona, IA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Altoona, IA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Altoona, IA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Altoona, IA?
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