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Find after school babysitters in Ankeny, IA that you’ll love

60 after school babysitters are listed in Ankeny, IA

The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years

After school babysitters in Ankeny, IA

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Karissa H.


Ankeny, IA

$10-50/hr6 yrs exp

I like working with kids because I enjoy helping them with daily tasks and school work. I am pursuing a degree in elementary education so getting this experience with children of all ages is important to me. I'm looking for a job that will provide me with flexible hours and help me to make some money while at school. I started...
Karissa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rhini A.


Ankeny, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rhini babysat for our four young boys and our dog in a hotel while we were in town for a wedding. Not an easy task, but she handled it seamlessly. The boys loved her and communicating and scheduling with her was super easy. I would definitely recommend Rhini."

Leslie L.

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Carli U.


Ankeny, IA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced, Responsible, College Student!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I grew up on farm in NW Iowa, and am currently attending DMACC in Ankeny! I have many years of experience with many ages of children and different families. I am a kind, reliable sitter who will take initiative to tidy up your home. I would love to help you out with any child care needs you may need!!(:
Carli can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Rachel M.


Ankeny, IA

$13-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Rachel! I am a current sophomore at Iowa State University, majoring in Elementary Education. I love working with kids, taking time to get to know them, and exploring ways to help them learn and grow! I have experience babysitting, working with 4-5-year-olds at a daycare, and nannying for a family last summer. I am...
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Taylor B.


Ankeny, IA

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Taylor and I would love to chat if you need childcare! I started my childcare experience at an in-home-daycare when I was 13 years old. I later worked in an after-school care program where I was responsible for a group of children (ages ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade). Before moving to Cedar Falls to...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Macey E.


Ankeny, IA

$15-24/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable With Lots Of Experience!

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have been babysitting ever since I was 16! I did mostly summer nannying for family friends and I had so much fun! I love working with kids! I am doing online school at dmacc currently so I am very available!
Macey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Paige G.


Ankeny, IA

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Paige I Am 19 And I Am A CNA I Work During The Week 6a-2p Just Looking For Some Extra Cash!

I'd describe my personality as goofy, fun, adventurous I started working with kids when I was as young as 7 years old I love kids and always have nothing more can put a smile on my face than a kids laugh. In my spare time, I like to hang out with my friends, workout, read, shop
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Tessa M.


Johnston, IA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 11 years of experience working in an Early Childhood with my CDA (Child Development Associates Credential) and First Aid/CPR/AED certified. I'm looking to nanny for before/after school until my fiancé and I have our own kids. I'd also love to help with cleaning, dishes and laundry when needed. I can't wait to hear back...
Tessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tessa has made everything special for my two children! She has helped out on super short notice and for planned vacations! She is very trustworthy! "

Melissa D.

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Claire R.


Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Claire! I graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Criminology and Psychology. While this degree has opened up many opportunities for me, it has shown me that I best utilize my skills and passions when working with children. I am currently working on my masters degree in school counseling while...
Claire can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Claire was great with our son! She made sure she customized the activities to what he likes which includes playing outside a lot. She was very sweet and we will definitely hire her again!"

Brittany M.

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Taryn H.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Why You Should Consider Me As A Caretaker For Your Child!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Taryn! I'm an 18-year-old high school graduate, and I am planning to continue my education next semester at dmac. I have been around kids my whole life and as the oldest sister of 5, babysitting and helping my mom with her childcare business at home I have learned so much about kids and have experience in many different...
Taryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Taryn is so caring and friendly to our 5 and 3 year old. She's very artistic and creative as well so she is always coming up with fun activities for my girls. They love when I tell them Taryn is coming over which is very reassuring as a parent. She's very...

Jessica M.

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Emily E.


Des Moines, IA

$15-28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Interactive Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a devoted caregiver! I am a nurse and have 10+ years of being a caregiver for adults and children of all ages. I'm currently in school to get my Nurse Practitioner degree and I'm organized and reliable. If asked, I'm willing to do other tasks around the household. With my skills and experiences, I am able to provide a safe...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Emily is amazing with fur babies and children. She is incredibly professional, punctual, and dependable. You won't have to worry when Emily is caring for your loved ones, they are in good hands!"

Tiffani M.

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Sakshi T.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Kind, Loving, Creative, Helping

I have four years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I can also help kids with their homework or basic education with creative learning. I am multilingual, so maybe I can teach a few words in different languages.
Sakshi can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Shakshi has been a wonderful nanny and sitter for our infant twins over the past nine months. She is incredibly kind, caring, thoughtful, and fun with the boys. She was great at following the schedule we set, improvising on the fly as necessary, and asked...

Rita B.

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Sheryl Y.


Des Moines, IA

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Sheryl to pick up our son from school and bring him home. She is AMAZING. Our son loves her!! We are very happy that we found her to help us through the school year. "

Sara M.

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Gracie S.


Urbandale, IA

$13-50/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Gracie, and I am 21 years old and from Urbandale, IA. Currently, I am a junior at Simpson College studying Elementary Education. I have been babysitting since I was 12 (for almost 8 years!) and I have experience with children of all ages. When I was 16, I began working at a Child Care facility where I worked...
Hello! My name is Jackie. I just recently began med school at Des Moines University after finishing my degree at The University of North Carolina where I played lacrosse. I am very trustworthy, creative, easy-going, and nurturing. I am an excellent multitasker and thoroughly enjoy cultivating a sense of wonder and excitement in...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amy S.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alivia O.


Des Moines, IA

$28/hr4 yrs exp

I Love Children I Wanna Be A Teacher After High School

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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily S.


Des Moines, IA

$11-16/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Emily and I'm currently a junior at Drake University studying Environmental Science. I am an animal lover, outdoorsy, and love to read in my free time. I'm the oldest of my parent's six kids so I grew up helping them care for my younger siblings. Since I was 15, I've been babysitting on-and-off for family...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
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Bailey R.


Des Moines, IA

$13-18/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Bailey. I am a University of Iowa student pursuing a career path in Pediatric Occupational Therapy because I have a big passion for helping others and working with children. I have 4 years of experience nannying, babysitting, working in a daycare facility with ages ranging from infant to 12 or older, and caring...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Ankeny, IA

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.

Tessa M.

5.0

Tessa has made everything special for my two children! She has helped out on super short notice and for planned vacations! She is very trustworthy!

- Melissa D.

Claire R.

5.0

Claire was great with our son! She made sure she customized the activities to what he likes which includes playing outside a lot. She was very sweet and we will definitely hire her again!

- Brittany M.

Taryn H.

5.0

Taryn was great with my 10yo and 2yo. I would hire her again. The girls absolutely love her. I recommend her and trust her with my girls.

- Tracy J.

Emily E.

5.0

We hired Emily to watch our baby boy. She was great with him and we look forward to having her assistance the next time!

- Jen H.

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Average Rating4.5 / 5

After School Babysitters in Ankeny, IA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.