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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired social worker. I worked with persons with developmental disabilities and seniors for over 30 years. I moved from Michigan to Nebraska a few years ago. I am reliable and responsible. I've been trained in gentle teaching, first aid, medication management and CPR. I'm looking for part time employment.
I worked for a...
Patty can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Our beagle loves Patty! She's been so helpful, flexible, and dependable. Would highly recommend!"
Brianne L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently retired from social work working with adults with developmental disabilities for 35 years. I am a compassionate caring and responsible, reliable person. I am CPR and first aid certified. Up to date on recipient rights and blood born pathogens. I am looking for part time work during the week in the day time. I can...
5.0
(13)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I love being with children and interacting with them! I have 6 years of experience with kids ages 2 months and up
I am responsible, caring and patient. I have babysat up to four kids at a time. Let me know if you need a date night, after school, or even just a one time job!
Claire can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Claire was very dependable and took very good care of my LO. I have a now 7 month old and 3.5 year old and she took care of the baby since he was 3 months old! She was on time and kept everything in order. The baby did very well with her and my older girl...
Victoria M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
If you are looking for an occasional sitter for those date nights, I am your girl! I do have a full time job M-F 8am-5 p.m. The earliest I can be available is 6 p.m. or after as I do have a dog of my own to take care of first.
A little about me:
Im a lead preschool teacher at the UNMC Child Care Center. Before that,...
Tabitha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"My girls always look forward to seeing "Ms. Tab!" She is patient, understanding, respectful, punctual, and I very much appreciate her following instructions. I love that I can count on her! After babysitting for me several times a week for a month, I hired her...
Danielle H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ruth.
I have been working with children for over 5 years
I worked in childcare for a few years and currently do administrative work for OPS
I enjoy music, dancing, being silly, staying in, going out, and everything in between!
I am super flexible, respectful, and would love to meet you and your family!
I am...
Ruth can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ruth is a reliable young lady, not afraid to ask for help. My 3 year old was nervous when we left, but she let him call us, then distracted him with some music and he had a lot fun hanging out with her. We felt confident that he was well cared for with Ruth and...
Rahim A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kaylin. I currently live in Omaha , NE and I have worked with kids for 12 years now. I have experience with newborns to age 14 including twin infants and toddlers. I am CPR and first aid certified and have safe sleep training for infants. I am so excited to get to meet you and your little ones!
Kaylin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaylin was a very dependable and flexible sitter for my 9 and 7 year old girls. She filled the child care need during a time of variable work hours, which we greatly appreciated. Hope to hire again next summer!"
Dylan B.
Stephanie H.
Omaha, NE
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello- I am an experienced pediatric RN, mom of 4 grown-ups :) I love caring for kiddos and since mine are big and yet to give me any grandchildren - I am finding I have some spare time these days! . I can help with light housekeeping, cooking, and anything else that may pop up! Thanks for considering trusting your littles with...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie was just what my 1 month old needed! She was so attentive to his needs, especially since he was a little grumpy that day and needed extra cuddles. Thank goodness she has so much experience and knew how to help him out. Her help with laundry and dishes was...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My passion is to see little ones grow and thrive. Thanks to my mom's background in home childcare, I was eager to start babysitting in high school. I enjoyed working in a childcare for 3 years and have about 4 years of nanny expirence as well. I would love to help provide a fun and safe environment for your kiddos whether it be...
Blair can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Blair has been such a wonderful Nanny for us while I've been working from home. She makes taking care of three toddlers at the same time look easy. She is very patient and kind with our kids. She's very engaged with them the whole time playing and teaching while...
Emily W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a mom of 3, I will treat your kids as my own. Safety and them feeling secure are a huge factor in my day to day. This isn't just a job, people need a place to place their children with someone they can trust. I have babysit for many years. My day job has been a hospice nurse for 20 years! I also worked many years as a...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ashley is an absolutely amazing and loving mama. She cares for others like they were her own. She is someone I trust completely to do the right thing and keep us safe."
Melanie D.
Abigail K.
Omaha, NE
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Come From A Big Family Where I Learned From A Young Age How To Care For Children
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Abby, and I am a stay-at-home-mom who is looking for opportunities this summer (whether they be one-time, as needed, or consistently scheduled). My son will be 3 years old in August and ideally I would love for a little one (or even an older child) to join our regular day-to-day activities. I live in the Benson...
5.0
"Abby has become much more than just a caregiver to my child, she has become a good friend to us too. She goes above and beyond, taking initiative to help with cleaning and other housework as well. I trust her completely and she has been such a great find for our...
Natalie C.
Aly H.
Omaha, NE
$16-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
My Name Is Aly! I Can't Wait To See If I Fit Into Your Needs And Be A Great Impact On Your Kids!!
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, creative
I like working with kids because I have always loved kids. I love to see their milestones and their creative minds! I love that I am able to have a good and important impact on their lives.
I'm looking for a job that can pay on time meet each others standards so we can...
Aly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aly was very good. She took care of our daughter from 3 months to 9 months old. She was very adaptive, and was on time. I have no complaints."
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Mary Jo P.
Omaha, NE
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Pet Loving Active Grandma Available To Offer Loving Care To Your Pets.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a senior citizen who still likes to work. I have been driving special ed students for a local school district and doing pet sitting for a number of years. I love pets but they are not allowed where I live. I really miss not having my own pets so love others instead. I would love to love yours.
Mary Jo can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Mary Jo is so sweet, loving, and dependable. She has watched my dogs several times and done a great job every time. Always so willing to help. I hope to be able to use her several times over the years. So so glad to have met her. She really is great !!"
Jennie M.
Lily S.
Omaha, NE
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lily and I am a registered nurse working here in Omaha! I am originally from Kansas City, KS and just recently moved up here after graduating from Creighton University! I have been babysitting since I was 12, and adore spending time with kiddos! I have experience with children ages 2 weeks to 18 years, and am...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lily is reliable, kind and makes sound decisions. She has a good heart and cares for every human, especially kids. I've known her much of her life and think she's a terrific person."
Kristy L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Claire and I am currently a student at Creighton University. I have 4 years of experience, and I love spending time with kids. I can help with housekeeping, grocery shopping, tutoring, and caring for your pets. I have worked with kids through nannying, babysitting, teaching swim lessons, Sunday school groups, and...
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely loved having Claire as our nanny for the summer. She did a great job taking care of our 4 month and 4 year old. We trusted her to take our son to the park, drop/pick him up at camp and even spend time together at the library. We are sad to see her go...
Grace K.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I graduated in May of 2019 from UNL with a bachelor's in Elementary Special Education. I got my Masters in Educational Leadership in May of 2023 at Doane. I currently live in West Omaha. I am a full tme teacher, so my availability is limited. I will only be able to babysit on the weekends (after 5:15 PM) and occasionally...
Noemi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Noemi has been fantastic with our 20-month-old twins! She is very reliable, communicates well, shows great initiative, and has made life so much easier for us!"
Andrea Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a dedicated Air Force veteran, currently residing in the Davis Monthan area with my husband. With over 14 years of babysitting experience and a background as a former ER vet tech, I bring a unique skill set to ensure your child's safety and well-being, even in stressful situations. I have a genuine passion for...
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate is great with my 3 kids, all under 10. She is willing to have park days and movie nights. She plays with the girls and builds Lego creations with the boy. A great sitter, she is smart and fun to be around."
Heather M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have tons of experience with all ages of kids, and watching multiple kids at once! I am a deaf elementary education major, so I know how to keep the kids learning while having fun! I'm very reliable and trustworthy, and I have great recommendations from my other families I've nannied for!
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We would hire Jenna back in a second. She was amazing with the kids and they loved having her at our home."
Krystal P.
Tammy B.
Bellevue, NE
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(62)
Hired by 45 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tammy. I have over 35 years experience. I am CPR / First Aide certified...
I am available most weekends. And weekday nights ( after 530 p.m. ) . I have my own car, and I am a non-smoker. I can do overnights and last-minute bookings. I am interactive with children , I will sit and play , color, play a game, or...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love having Tammy watch our boys, they always have so much fun and ask when she can play Transformers again!"
Lindsay N.
Hayley F.
Omaha, NE
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Hayley F and I am in my second semester in the radiography program at Clarkson college. I have always loved kids and have experience watching many different aged kids from when I was in high school. I was employed at a daycare in high school. I enjoy doing activities with the kids and being active. I am very...
Hayley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"Hayley is great! We were in a bind with daycare being closed due to COVID and Hayley helped us out a lot with our 18 month old daughter. She was always on time and willing to work with our hectic schedule. She kept our daughter engaged throughout the day by taking...
Demi R.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I feel blessed to say that, I "get" to go to work, not, I "have" to. I have a passion for the lost, lonely, helpless, sick, and those who need assistance with their day to day. God has put on my heart for so many years to help take care of others. My personality, I am outgoing, enthusiastic, a go-getter. I love life! I am highly...
Ashley can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I don’t think there are enough words to express or explain Ashley! She is one of the kindest, most selfless, and patient person I know! Ashley goes above and beyond for her clients. My son and Ashley had an instant connection and their bond was out of this world!...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Carter Lake, IA
Patty D.
5.0
Our beagle loves Patty! She's been so helpful, flexible, and dependable. Would highly recommend!
- Brianne L.
Claire G.
5.0
Claire was AMAZING. Our 3-month old adored her and giggled when she saw her every morning. Claire is punctual, responsible, thoughtful, and excellent with children. All the stars, all the recommendations!
- Kate K.
Tabitha R.
5.0
Tabitha is GREAT!!! She has been watching our boys for over a year now on weekends and evenings, and nannied for us all summer this year. She is great at keeping them busy, and helped with reading practice as well. Three boys is not always easy! We continue to use Tabitha when we need a sitter, she...
- Rachael L.
Ruth G.
5.0
Ruth is a reliable young lady, not afraid to ask for help. My 3 year old was nervous when we left, but she let him call us, then distracted him with some music and he had a lot fun hanging out with her. We felt confident that he was well cared for with Ruth and will definitely hire her again.
- Rahim A.
Kaylin B.
5.0
Kaylin is the absolute best! We knew right away during our interview that we wanted her to care for our 4 mo twins! We loved her so much we tried getting her to move away with us, ha! She was flexible, reliable, & very caring. We were lucky to find her & would definitely hire her again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Carter Lake, IA:
How can I find a Carter Lake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Carter Lake, 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 7 babysitters in Carter Lake, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Carter Lake, IA?
The average rate for Carter Lake, IA babysitters on Care.com is $13.00 per hour as of May 2024. 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Carter Lake, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Carter Lake, IA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.