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Sara N.

Occasional Evening Sitter

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience working with children! I started off as an after-school associate at an elementary school . . During the school year, I work full time and I'm available to help your family out in the evenings after 5 o'clock. During the summer, I am available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8am-5 p.m. I typically have two...
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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
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
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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Divine L.

Grimes, IA

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$9/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I started babysitting kids since was 16 to now. helped babysit my work colleagues' children. I can babysit any age. if you need a certain time that's not on my profile, let me know and we can chat.
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Debra M.

Full-Time And Part-Time Senior Caregiver

Grimes, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a mom of 3 and a caregiver with 20 years of professional experience caring for seniors, people with mental disabilities, and children of all ages.
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Bailey D.

Friendly Sitter!

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello there! My name is Bailey, I'm 24 and I'm a Junior at Grand View University studying psychology and public health! I have a sweet little cat, and I paint, do puzzles, sew, and read in my spare time. I have experience that varies from baby sitting after high school for two years to tutoring in an elementary school,...

Krystal M. says "Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a positive...

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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
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Grace T.

Sitter

Des Moines, IA

4.7(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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....

Jillian L. says "Grace was our after school nanny for our six year old for the better part of the school year. She was very reliable and always showed up on time. She was...

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Antonaje R.

Fun, Experienced Sitter

Johnston, IA

3.7(1)
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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Danielle R.

Child Care

Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi!! My name is Danielle and I am currently a senior in High School. I am a 2 year summer nanny, after school nanny, and have 4 years of experience with babysitting! I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience working with children from 6 months to 12 years old. Although I have already found a family for after school care, I am...
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Amy S.

Babysitter/Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am 27 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 6 years -Before/after school nanny -Infant...
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Nhi D.

Fun Sitter

Waukee, IA

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$11/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 3+ years of experience working with childcare of all age group. Currently working at a before and after school program and Sunday Kid's club. I can help with Light Housekeeping and setting up Crafts. I am CPR certify and have my own vehicle.
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Anastasia K.

Experienced Sitter

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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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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Jordyn E.

Ankeny, IA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a college student with a flexible schedule. I love working with kids, and have been babysitting since I was 10. I have four years of experience working in a daycare setting. I've worked with kids of all ages and have lots of experience with infants. I have also worked at a school as a one on one with children that...
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Olivia W.

Fun Sitter With 15 Month Old Playmate

Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
As a mom to a 15-month-old litte boy, I love this age and have quite a bit of first hand experience. I have also nannied for a set of 5-year-old twins, and one 8 year girl. I love taking children out into nature and feeding them wholesome healthy snacks. Being present with the children, kind, patient, and not on the phone is...
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Megan S.

Looking For A Part Time Nanny Position

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Megan and I am currently looking for a position in child care! I plan to be moving to Algona in April and would love to find a family to work with. I have worked with children my entire life starting with helping in my church nursery and babysitting for multiple families. Once I was older I worked at West...
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Messina M.

Fun Sitter

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 7 years of child care and nanny experience! I can help with running errands and taking the kids places. I also love to cook! I am very organized and would be willing to help clean up. I love doing crafts and enjoy anything outdoors or active
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Heather A.

Urbandale, IA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Nurturing children comes naturally to me, thanks to positive experiences babysitting throughout the years. I have many years of experience caring for children, and I enjoy supporting families by providing reliable care. My approach is patient and calm, and I strive to be friendly and approachable with both children and parents....
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Diana J.

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Nurturing young minds is more than a job; it's my passion. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives, and I bring three years of experience caring for children aged 0-11. I am comfortable caring for up to five children. I'm patient, friendly, and very comfortable enforcing...
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Kynedee R.

Babysitter

Ankeny, IA

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$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! I am a very responsible, patient, and caring person and I also have over 6 years of experience working with infants to teenagers. My mother owns a daycare so I have grown up helping care and provide fun and exciting activities for them to do while I am there. I can also help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.25/hr as of August 2025

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

After School Babysitters in Grimes, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Bailey D.

Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a...

- Krystal M.

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.

Grace T.

Grace was our after school nanny for our six year old for the better part of the school year. She was very reliable and always showed up on...

- Jillian L.

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

You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Grimes, 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 Grimes, IA is $15.25. 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, IA.

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