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Meghan M.

Fun And Caring Sitter For Your Little Ones

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a 21-year-old empathetic, caring, loving, patient, and creative person. I have approximately 7 years of experience working with children and the mentally challenged. Additionally, I am a clean and organized individual and enjoy bringing that into my work. I am looking to help children with their every day needs,...
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Jalie B.

Des Moines, IA

2.0(1)
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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Jalie! I am currently a student at grandview university where I am studying kinesiology. I am looking to have a part time job alongside school. I have had two years of experience working for another family, but ever since I was 14 I was babysitting kids in my hometown. I truly love children and would love to be a...

Care Member says "I booked Jalie well in advance of the night we needed her to watch our dogs. When the date was approaching she took the initiative to reach out for...

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Grace T.

Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have been watching kids since I was 14 years old I try and make sure that they have a fun time during the duration of my stay and finish any other tasks that they have to do. I'm a life guard and swim instructor so water is not a problem for me....
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Teresa B.

Weekend Nanny Job

Des Moines, IA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Dear Family My name is Teresa and I have over 20 years of experience as a nanny, caring for children ranging from newborns to 15 years old. I am deeply passionate about fostering children's growth and well-being through creative activities and outdoor adventures that encourage milestones and development. I am only looking for...
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Carley S.

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
My name is Carley, and I am the owner and provider at Fiddlehead Friends Childcare LLC located in the North of Grand neighborhood in Des Moines. I recently took a step back from working for the public schools where I have over 6 years of teaching experience. I have earned a master's degree in education and have experience with...
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Simone B.

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I have always had a big family, I have a ton of nieces and nephews and had been babysitting them from age 11! I got my first paid nanny job when I was in highschool working with a family of 5 for about 2. 5 years. The kids were between the ages of 3-11. It was my favorite job! I also have experience working in a daycare &...
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Jumacia D.

Part-Time to Full-Time Caregiver Available

Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
From the time I was born, my mother was a registered child care provider and continued a business out of our home for 12 years so I grew up in that environment all my life. Shortly after my mother stopped her business, my sister became a registered child care provider and now runs a successful business out of her home. I have...
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Catherine M.

Catherine ( Katie)

Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Compact multi state licensed Registered Nurse with 36 years experience in " people" care, Moving back "home" to Pasco County Florida in February 2024. I'd describe my personality as a true caregiver personality , love to laugh & am honest & responsible. I like working with kids because I find reward seeing the world...
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Michelle K.

FUN, OUTGOING, AND DOESN'T MIND MESSY PLAY

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I started baby sitting when I was 13. Then I was a live in nanny. I have been an associate teacher in 2nd grade special education, and a preschool teacher for 2-5-year-olds. I do know that children learn the most through hands-on active play and I am not afraid for them (or...
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Megan B.

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I am a full time SAHM with a 9 mo old son looking for some kiddos in need of part time care throughout the week. Along with experience gained by becoming a mom myself, I have 5 years of paid experience in a child care setting. I am energetic, outgoing, and love staying busy. We spend most of our days outside and love adventures!
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Taylor B.

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Alex R. says "Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and...

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Antonaje R.

Fun, Experienced Sitter

Johnston, IA

3.7(1)
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$18/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel as I have a vehicle. I was a preschool teacher back when I lived in Florida. I have great references and I'm vaccinated.

Zia T. says "My kids absolutely loved her! She was fantastic. I could always count on her, even on the days that she was off. I would definitely hire her again. She's...

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Carolyne C.

Experienced Childcare Provider | CPR Certified | 8+ Years | Infant Experience

Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I'm Carolyne, and I've been caring for kids for 8 years. I'm CPR certified, dependable, and love creating fun, safe environments for children to grow and be themselves. I've babysat newborns through middle school ages kids, and I currently babysit occasionally for a 1-month-old and a 2-year-old I've cared for since birth. I...
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Anastasia K.

Experienced Sitter

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I have been babysitting for years as well as a nanny for the last three. I am a college student with a passion for early childhood. I will be a senior at the University of Iowa where I work for a babysitting company! Over the last 12 months, I've been able to provide care for 40+ families through the company.
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Erika B.

Ankeny, IA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
I have extensive childcare experience, having worked with children of various ages. I spent a summer during college working full-time at a daycare, caring for children aged 0-4, where I assisted with activities, meals, and nap times, while ensuring their safety and well-being. Additionally, I have experience babysitting my young...
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Rylee H.

About Me!:)

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi there, My names Rylee! I'm an enthusiastic and caring nanny with 6 years of experience! I started babysitting at 15 and then started part time nannying that summer. I got a job at a daycare shortly after and continued to work part time there until I graduated high school. Once I graduated I worked there full time for a year...
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Taylor M.

Part-time Caregiver

Altoona, IA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a college student here for the summer looking for a part-time job. I have just moved here from California and would love to meet new people. I have babysat my 8 neices and nephews since they were born and went so far as to make them food and whatever else was needed of me. I am 19 years old and currently enrolled in...
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Anya B.

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
I am a patient and creative childcare provider with four years of experience, I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. With a background in babysitting, I would like to pursue a career that allows me to support families and provide a reliable childcare option. I am comfortable caring for one child at...
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Lore K.

Johnston, IA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over 12 years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor, combined with my...
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Lydia S.

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi, I'm Lydia! I'm currently a registered nurse and am looking for a part time position that matches my schedule. I love working with kids and providing fun activities for them to enjoy. I have both my basic and advanced CNA, and have worked in a pediatric continuing care unit for months. I have provided respite care for parents...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.27/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 3.5

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Des Moines, IA

After School Babysitters in Des Moines, IA are rated 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Jalie B.

I booked Jalie well in advance of the night we needed her to watch our dogs. When the date was approaching she took the initiative to reach...

- Care member

Taylor B.

Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She...

- Alex R.

Antonaje R.

My kids absolutely loved her! She was fantastic. I could always count on her, even on the days that she was off. I would definitely hire her...

- Zia T.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Des Moines, IA

You can review 30 after school babysitter profiles near you in Des Moines, 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.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Des Moines, IA is $17.27. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

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 Des Moines, IA on babysitting websites like Care.com.

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 Des Moines, IA can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Des Moines, IA.

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