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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
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Giovanni and I'm 20 years old. I work part-time at Dillard's as a women's shoes associate. I have a lot of experience working with kids and babies because my family is so big (family of 8). I grew up babysitting baby cousins to middle school aged kids. I was also a camp counselor at Camp Foster YMCA, which was the...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Precious, and I'm currently pursuing a degree in Art Education at the University of Iowa. I have over three years of paid experience working full-time in a daycare, as well as part-time nannying. I absolutely love all things art-whether it's painting, ceramics, or even cooking up colorful, delicious meals. I'm...
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Looking For Nanny Position Next Summer:)

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
hey! im addison, a highschool student at dowling in west des moines. I have an experience with kids through nannying after school and full time in the summers, babysitting on weeknights and weekends, and part time work at a daycare center. I have experience with ages newborn-10 years. I have a vehicle and drivers license. also...
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Meghan H.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Meghan! I have 4+ years of experience working in childcare, including working in childcare centers, babysitting, and after school programs. I have been a teacher assistant in various classrooms in childcare centers, as well as being a lead infant teacher. I currently work as a Speech-Language Pathologist...
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Mama Of Two - Looking To Get A Part-time Job!

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! My name is Kayt! I am currently looking for a part-time recurring nanny job to earn a little extra cash. I am a single mama to two amazing kiddos, my son is 4 and my daughter is 6. We live in Johnston. I work full-time in HR but have a few days off a week where my kiddos are in school/programs, as well as some...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about caring for children, as I believe they're our future. I've been babysitting for over two years now and have learned so much about nurturing young minds. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I communicate well with parents about their children's days. I'm also comfortable enforcing household rules and have...
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Avery C.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I'm a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a deep love for nurturing young minds. With over six years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have a knack for creating a safe, nurturing environment where kids can thrive. I believe that every child is unique and deserves individualized care, so I tailor...
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Just The Nanny You've Been Looking For!

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, helpful and supportive. I like working with children because every child is unique in their own way and building a trusting relationship with adults at a young age is very important. I started officially working with kids when I was 16 years old but I am from a family of 8 therefore I...
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Former Daycare Provider, Mom And Grandmother

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'm a mom and a grandmother, former daycare provider who will provide a language rich environment for children and will do light housekeeping and meal prep.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I'm a dedicated teacher with a passion for nurturing and educating children. With many years of experience, I've developed a repertoire of skills that enable me to create a safe and stimulating environment for your little ones. My patient and friendly nature puts children at ease, while my firm but gentle approach ensures they...
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Fun, Experienced Sitter

Johnston, IA

3.7(1)
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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 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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Anna B.'s Photo

Johnston, IA

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$14/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi parents! My name is Anna B. and I am a sophomore at Iowa State University majoring in elementary education. I am looking for a nanny position during the school year that would work with my classes as well. I've had multiple years of babysitting experience and have been a nanny for the last three years. I currently work in...
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Kimberlee K.'s Photo

Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a secure, stimulating environment for children to thrive. With two years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the privilege of supporting families and being a part of their children's growth journeys. My approach to childcare blends creativity and imagination...
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A Young And Fun PE Teacher

Urbandale, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have cared for children since the age of 12 with younger siblings, nieces, and neighborhood kids. I have a degree in K-12 physical education and Health and currently a K-5 Elementary PE teacher.
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Jai C.'s Photo

Clive, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I've always been drawn to the incredible growth and development of children, which led me to become a childcare provider. With four years of experience and a passion for nurturing young minds, I find great joy in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. My patient, creative, and friendly nature enables me...
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Part Time Care Giver

Waukee, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I have over 8 years of babysitting/nanny experience, as well as had countless other opportunities with kids through my education and involvement in my communities! I have helped teach sports including swimming and tennis to kids ages 5+, I have been employed at a daycare/preschool, and even have had some pediatric practicum in...
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Clive, IA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hey there! I'm Karis, I am 18 years old and just graduated from high school I have 4 years of experience. I love helping families and making sure parents can relax knowing their kids are safe. I'm patient and friendly, creating a great space for kids to grow. I always keep parents in the loop about their kid's day or any...
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Sydney -From Urbandale, Iowa

Urbandale, IA

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
I started working at Respite Connection in 2018 and 2019. I worked with five different kids throughout Respite who all had different special needs. I grew a lot as a person and caregiver for people with special needs and loved seeing the children grow in their skills. In the Fall of 2019 I started working at Generation Next with...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.17/hr as of November 2025

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

You can review 12 after school babysitter profiles near you in West 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 West Des Moines, IA is $16.17. 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 West 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 West 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 West Des Moines, IA.

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