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Raquel M.

Exceptional Experienced And Full Of Fun!

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Exceptional nanny and part time child care provider who has raised 4 daughters born within 3 years of each other! Followed up by taking care of children both in tutoring and childcare. Newborn experienced and great with teenagers. Recently spent the last three years with Pro football families who have had various schedules....
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Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Waukee, IA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Don't let my age fool you! I may be young but I raised all 4 of my siblings (youngest just turned 5) and I' passionate about making sure your children are safe and secure! I'm a caregiver who's passionate about nurturing and supporting children's growth. My friendly, creative, and loving nature allows me to connect with children...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Lauren and I graduated with a bachelors degree in kinesiology at Iowa State. I'm looking for an evening job and thought babysitting would be perfect since I'm wanting to work with children in my future. I have experience babysitting infants, toddlers, and young children. I currently work at a therapy center...
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Grimes, IA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Nurturing young minds is my passion! My journey into childcare began with early babysitting experiences, which solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives. For the past 30 years, I've had the joy of caring for children aged newborn to pre-teen. I'm comfortable caring for up to five children at a time. I bring a...
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Menlo, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My friendly and patient nature allows me to create a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. I believe in open communication and provide daily written reports, regular updates, and verbal...
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Summer Bestie

Perry, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I am Annika. I recently graduated from DMACC and I am now working towards my bachelor's degree in elementary education. I am very reliable, patient, and creative. I have approximately 7 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I worked at a gym daycare throughout high school. I then worked at Trail...
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Van Meter, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Maleah . I am currently looking for a full time nanny position. I am CPR Certified and First Aid Certified. I have experience working in a daycare(infants-10yrs) I also have preschool experience and was a nanny last year to a wonderful kindergartener! Thanks have a good day!
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Loving, Reliable, And Engaging Babysitter With 10+ Years Of Childcare Experience

Waukee, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Preet, and I'm a passionate, experienced caregiver with over 10 years of hands-on childcare experience. From babysitting as a teenager to working in a daycare for five years and nannying for multiple families, I've had the privilege of nurturing and supporting children aged 3 months to 15 years. What sets...
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About Me!

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Amara and I absolutely love caring for children! I am a full-time student at Drake University, majoring in vocal performance. I have about five years of caring for children, from nannying to being a camp counselor. I am experienced with children of all ages. I am fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and I have...
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Fun Sitter

Waukee, IA

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Chloe! I am currently in my first year of college going to school to be an Elementary School teacher. I went to Chico State University for my first semester of college and now I have transferred online to Western Governors University. I have over 2 years of experience in babysitting and before that I grew up...
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Fun, Loving, Energetic Nanny! :)

Clive, IA

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi I'm Elle! I'm currently in graduate school at Rocky Mountain University for Speech Language Pathology! I am 23 and looking for jobs to make some money while going to school! If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out!
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Urbandale, IA

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I'm a 18-year-old and currently a senior Dowling Catholic. I love being around kids and would describe myself as caring, dependable, and responsible. I've had 4 years of babysitting experience from ages ranging from 2-12 and often more than one child at a time. My ideal job would to be helping out families occasionally. I...
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Urbandale, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm a caretaker at heart, passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With two years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of children and supporting families. My calm and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children and create a...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Grimes, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have experience working with multiple families of various ages. I graduated from Purdue University in Indiana with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I am currently in my fourth year of teaching, and have experience teaching in different grade levels (first, second, third, and fifth). I am passionate about working...
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Gillian M.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I am experienced in caring for children 6 months and older. I am great with young school-age kids and love to be creative with activities. There is always fun to be had and new things to learn!
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Babysitter, Nanny

Johnston, IA

2.5(0)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I have cared for a number of kids ranging from 3-year-olds to 15-year-olds. I started this account back in high school as a part time job. Now I have finished grad school, and am working as a Registered Dietitian and have some extra time on my hands that I decided to hope back on this app almost 10 years later! I'd love to help...
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Hello!:)

Waukee, IA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hi! Im Stella ! Im 21 years old, and a student at Grand View University in Des Moines. I'm currently studying Prelaw/polisci and history, with a 4. 0 gpa. Currently I am an intern on a congressional campaign. I'm not available for a full time position but would love to help out for the last minute days or date nights! I have...
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Babysitter

Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I'm currently a pediatric speech therapist. I work with a lot of students who are preschool age and older! I also have previous experience babysitting for a family with five children ages four and up. I grew up babysitting my younger brother and neighbors.
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Katelyn B.'s Photo

Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have over 5 years of experience working at a daycare center and as a nanny. I attended college at the University of Northern Iowa and am now working as a Pre K teacher in Johnston. I am currently looking to nanny again. I am interested in full time or part time /recurring babysitting. I am CPR and first aid certified! I am a...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Adel, IA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Adel, IA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 1 babysitters in Adel, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Adel, IA babysitters on Care.com is $22.00 per hour as of August 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Adel, IA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.

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