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65 after school babysitters are listed in Ames, IA
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Ames, IA
My name is Jerica and I am 22 years old. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember! I love to take care of kids and build relationships with them and their families! I am a very loving and gentle person who any child can warm up to. Im willing to help around with anything that's needed! Wether it's cooking, cleaning,...
Jerica can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I love to babysit small children and I love to keep a homey environment while parents are away. As a college student, I miss being able to babysit!
Harlie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elle S.
Ames, IA
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Elle, and I'm seeking for a nanny position! I am 21 years old and I attend Iowa State University. Although, I'm looking for a nannying position, I'd also be willing to help out in the evenings and during the week! I'll be living in Glenwood, IA, this summer and I would be willing to travel for no more than 30 minutes. I...
Elle can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
I am Maliyah, I am a freshman at isu this year and I am studying elementary education. I have a passion for children, and I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Maliyah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a kindergarten teacher during the school year and will have summer break off, which I am hoping to fill by working with kids. I have spent the three summers working as a camp counselor with children ages 6-13 and nannied for two different families last summer. I have several years of experience babysitting...
Allison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have had over eight years of childcare experience, mainly taking place throughout my middle and high school days. Since I was younger, I have always had a passion for caring for children and watching them grow into amazing individuals. I enjoy seeking adventure while babysitting, which can range anywhere from helping the...
Rachael can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Maggie M.
Ames, IA
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I am Maggie. I am a sophomore at Iowa State studying Early Childhood Education. I have a lot of experience with children. In eighth grade I started babysitting my three cousins on the weekends during the school year. That summer I started babysitting them three days a week, and babysat them every summer until I was a senior...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Hi, my name is Jodie! I have been babysitting/ nannying/ housesitting most of my life so I am pretty passionate. Currently I am looking for something to fill in my schedule and get some extra cash for school! I have a passion for working and just hanging out with kiddos.
Jodie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
My experience includes tutoring kindergarten through sixth grade in reading through AmeriCorps at Fellows Elementary and Ballard Middle School, assisting teachers in the preschool and Bridge to Kindergarten classrooms at the Hawthorne Judy Center, and working in Ames elementary schools supporting students with autism in all...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kyliegh C.
Ames, IA
$11-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am fun, energetic, and I also have a lot of experience babysitting/take care of siblings and other children as well as teaching swim lessons since I was 16. I love working with kids and am going to school to be an Elementary Education teacher and have minors in Special Ed and Math so I can help with some schooling. I can also...
Kyliegh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Genesis R.
Ames, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm an Elementary Education major at Iowa State University! I'm the oldest of 5 children, and the oldest grandchild! I have plenty of experience with children of all ages. I would love to keep building that experience as I pursue a career in childcare/education.
I'd describe my personality as creative, patient, and motivated....
Lauren R.
Ames, IA
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lauren and I'm currently a senior majoring in kinesiology at Iowa State University. I'm looking for a summer job and thought babysitting would be perfect since I'm wanting to work with children in my future. I have experience babysitting infants, toddlers, and young children. I am pretty flexible when it comes to...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Hi! - My name is Haley and I'm currently a junior at Iowa State in Elementary Education. I am offering child care and household services.
I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids since I was 13 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, tutoring,...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Rose P.
Ames, IA
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'd love to help out and see if I'm a good fit for your family!
I'm a student at Iowa State studying kinesiology, I am CPR and first-aid certified, I have my own transportation, and I have over 6 years of babysitting experience. I also have over 5 years of professional experience working with in the aquatics and recreation...
Rose can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hey! I am an ISU senior currently studying nutrition. My internship this summer was going to involving educating children and the community about nutrition in Mt. Pleasant but it sadly got canceled due to COVID-19 contact restrictions. I am now looking for a summer nannying job around the Ames area! I have worked for over 3...
Eileen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
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I am a freshman at University and I'm looking for a babysitting job around me or Moline, IL when I head home. I have watched my little brother and sister from their early baby stages to their current age of elementary school student, while additionally taking care of my mom's coworkers children. I regularly practice...
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
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"Makayla is a very sweet, fun, genuine, and a hard working person! She is great at communicating and will be very reliable! Makayla would be a great person to hire because she cares and always does her best at anything she puts her mind to!"
Ellie M.
Hello!
My name is Haley, and I am currently a 4. 0 student in my fourth year at the University of Northern Iowa studying TESOL Teaching with a Linguistic Studies certificate. Along with the 5 years of babysitting experience, I have gone through all three levels of my teaching field experience and will be student teaching in...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm number two out of seven kids, so I am happy to work in either calm or more rambunctious environments. I've been doing odd-job babysitting as a side gig for the last decade. I love caring for kids of all ages, and I'm comfortable with everything from changing an infant's diaper to helping high schoolers with...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Taylor K.
Ames, IA
$14-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Taylor (22) and I am a caregiver in Ames/Ankeny/Des Moines and surrounding areas. I've had experience with children of all ages, cats, and dogs. I grew up caring for children within my family, from newborns to middle school age, and started babysitting outside of my family around age 16. I'd describe my...
I'm a positive and reliable person that is able to be organized and take any responsibility upon myself. I am comfortable around all ages of children as well as flexible with adjusting to their routines. I enjoy being around children, and interacting with them to their level along with doing tasks that are asked of me.
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Ames, IA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Ames, IA?
You can review 65 after school babysitter profiles near you in Ames, 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 Ames, IA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Ames, IA is $13.11. 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 Ames, 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 Ames, IA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Ames, 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 Ames, IA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Ames, IA?
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Ratings for Ames, IA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
After School Babysitters in Ames, IA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 65 listed after school babysitters.