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Abby M.

Ankeny, IA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi y'all!! I'm currently about to finish my freshman year at University of South Alabama and majoring in Radiology. I'll be home all summer and looking for a nannying job! I have worked at an after school daycare for 2+ years and babysat many times. I'm CPR and first aid certified and I have a reliable car. Please reach out if...
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Looking For A Part Time Nanny Position

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi everyone! My name is Molly :) I've been working with kiddos for 15+ years. From a swim instructor, to a preschool teacher, running after school programs, to nanny, to behavior therapist! I also specialize in working with kiddos with special needs.
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Friendly And Reliable Caregiver

Des Moines, IA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Rylee and I am currently enrolled at Drake University pursuing my doctorate in pharmacy. At home I have three younger siblings, which I have spent plenty of time babysitting over the years. I am looking for a family who may need help after school and on the weekends, but I am open to being flexible! I enjoy being active...
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Caring And Fun Nanny

Johnston, IA

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$11/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Emma, a graduate student new to the area! I have been a Nanny since I was 16 (I am now 23). I have experience with taking care of both boys and girls ages 2-14. I have worked at an elementary after school program, as well as independently for families. I have had a large variety of jobs, but child care has...
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Easy Going, Creative Sitter :)

Des Moines, IA

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$14/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
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...
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Caring Babysitter With Child Care Experience

Waukee, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm a 23-year-old childcare assistant supervisor with about 4 years of experience working with kids in different settings. I currently work at Eason Elementary, supervising K-5 students in the before- and after-school program during the week. I help with crafts, games, homework time, and just making sure kids feel...
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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
meal prep
travel
+ 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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Babysitter/Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is McKenzie! I am 29 years old and have 13 years of experience working with children. I'm currently an on-site director for a before and after school program but I've held positions in traditional child care settings, as a nanny, and in the behavioral special education realm. I'm CPR and first aid certified and hold...
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Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience working with children! I started off as an after-school associate at an elementary school and now am a full time school counselor. 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,...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Alexa! I am looking for some extra work after school and on weekends! I am a certified teacher in early childhood and elementary education! I currently teach 3rd grade!
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Child Care

Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi!! My name is Danielle and I am a senior in High School. I am a 2 year summer nanny, a 2 year after school nanny, and have 4 years of experience with babysitting! I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience working with children from 2 months to 12 years old. I am extremely reliable and have a spotless driving record. I also...
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Clive, IA

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$15/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a retiring science and math teacher who has energy for your kids!! I've run all sorts of camps and been a mother to three great adults; 2 doctors and an engineer. I can get your kids' homework done with them after school and get dinner started. I'm fine staying home with a sick kiddo as well.
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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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Experienced Nanny And Kindergarten-Prep Teacher - Looking For Part-Time Hours

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emily and I am a 32 year young Registered Nurse. I have been travel nursing for the last 2 years, currently looking for part-time work while I am taking a short break. I am BLS/CPR certified. I have been an inpatient Medical/Surgical Nurse for the past 4 years. I have worked ages between 20-100 in this role. I am...
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Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am 23 years old and just finished up my first year of medical school at DMU! I am looking to watch some kiddos for the summer until I start school back up! I am great with kids of all ages! I love to be outdoors, play games, watch movies, etc. I am also great with animals! My fiancé and I have a dog together and we love...
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Experiences Sitter Who Loves Kids:)

West Des Moines, IA

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$24/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sierra. I'm an active, dependable caregiver who loves creating a fun and positive environment for kids. I recently graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Physical Education, which definitely influences the way I spend time with children-lots of movement, outdoor play, creativity, and staying...
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Cumming, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I currently work full time teaching 3-year-old preschool and directing a before and after school childcare program. I am patient, reliable and creative when it comes to working with kids. I have 10+ years of babysitting and nannying and I have worked professionally with children since I graduated college with my bachelors degree...
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Waukee, IA

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Adisyn, I have been working with children since I turned 16 and quickly found my passion within it. I have been a full time nanny for the last 5 years specializing in infant/toddler care, with experience teaching and managing swim lessons. Additionally I have worked in many before and after school programs....
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  • 25 after school child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.67/hr as of May 2026

FAQs for after school child care in Ankeny, IA

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Ankeny, IA through Care.com will cost an average of $13.67 per hour as of May 2026. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.

Care.com currently has 3 after school child care providers in Ankeny, IA. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.

As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Ankeny, IA to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Ankeny, IA, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.

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