Find After School Babysitters in Des Moines, IA
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked after school babysitters in Des Moines, IA and hire the best fit for your family.
Find after school babysitters in Des Moines, IA that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Des Moines, IA
Robyne S.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hello, I am a 52 yr old mom of two Daughters. I have 30 yrs experience in childcare. I started babysitting when I was 11 and my first job when I turned 16 was at a daycare. I have worked at a few other daycare centers and have also need a nanny twice. I also have experience as a teacher assistant for kids with special needs....
Robyne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
5.0
(5)
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, light cleaning, travel
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.
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....
I have over 25 years of experience working with a variety of age groups in the medical field. I also have provided childcare . I enjoy caring for others who are young or older.
I have obtained certification for Basic Life Support and completed the 12 essentials child care preservice online series. I'm a hardworking...
Shelley can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
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,...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
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:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
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.
Emily S.
Des Moines, IA
$11-16/hr • 4 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Julianna H.
Des Moines, IA
$16-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there, I use to work in the infant room with 4 babies and myself, now I work in the 1-year-old room.
I went to a school during high school for culinary arts and love experimenting with new foods. I have 2 dogs and a cat with my husband. I am super flexible and would love a chance to work with your babies.
I'd describe my...
Julianna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Emma. I am a 2nd grade teacher looking to babysit, nanny, or provide respite care during my summer break.
Ideally, I am hoping to work a regular part time (15-20 hours/week) schedule from around June 23-August 9. I'm open to occasional nighttime babysitting opportunities as well.
I have been babysitting for...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
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.
I have 3 years of experience baby sitting. I have baby sat newborns to 12 years old children. I enjoy cooking for the kiddos, coming up with indoor activities and reading books or singing for kiddos during nap-time or bedtime. I also can help with travel and carpooling from school. I am confident, fun and exciting. I am also a...
Rutendo can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Claudia L.
Des Moines, IA
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter And Assistant Teacher Looking For A Part Time And Flexible Job!
I use to work for a company as an assistant teacher and also a lead teacher ever so often.
I was grateful to have been able to work with ages ranging from month old infants to 12-year-old children, a day working there consisted of a lot of adaptability and flexibility through the ages. However, the preschool range was where I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was 10 years old. I babysat for dozens of families all through high school and college. I have taught in public schools for about 30 years.
In my spare time, I like to read, sew, hike, bike, craft, watch tv.
One thing you should know about me is I love God, I have 2 children whom I adopted....
Gracie D.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring, and fun.
I like working with kids because they inspire a new perspective on life. I love their creativity and imagination!
I'm looking for a job that allows me to have more freedom, and still get to do what I love.
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I would...
Gracie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Beatrice, I'm currently looking for a nanny job preferably part time, but open to full time, I'm a student as well. I have over five years of childcare experience and have worked with newborns to high schoolers. I've spent a lot more time working with babies and toddlers but would be more than happy to work with...
Beatrice can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Alyssa M.
Des Moines, IA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a few years of babysitting experience. I've also done a lot of volunteer work with blind and low vision children!
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
(1)
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Showing 21 - 40 of 60
Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Des Moines, IA
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.
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.
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.
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.
Additional After School Babysitter Services
After School Babysitter Articles
How to explain they/them and nonbinary pronouns to kids and parents
May 27th, 2023 LGBTQ+ people have always existed. But with increased media visibility and access to information online, there’s been a surge in awareness of transgender an... Read more
101 indoor games for kids and other activities
May 18th, 2023 It’s easy for children to get cabin fever when they’re stuck inside because of a bad weather day. That’s why it’s a good idea for you to have some fun indoo... Read more
102 fun summer activities for kids
May 21st, 2023 Keeping kids entertained and engaged throughout the summer takes a bit of creativity. Don’t worry though, we have you covered! Check out these 101 fun summe... Read more
After-school restraint collapse: Why kids fall apart at home and what to do about it
August 25th, 2023 Almost every parent or caregiver has been there: We meet kids at the school for pickup or greet them at the bus in the afternoon and within minutes, they’re... Read more
27 restaurants where kids eat free (or super cheap)
August 25th, 2023 After a long workday or busy weekend, sometimes the prospect of cooking for the whole family (and especially cleaning up) just sounds exhausting. But going ... Read more
FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Des Moines, IA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Des Moines, IA?
You can review 51 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.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Des Moines, IA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Des Moines, IA is $14.90. 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 Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Des Moines, IA?
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.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
After School Babysitters in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.