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I provide pet sitting in your home or bringing the pet to my own house. I have 2 small children, 2 cats and 1 dog. Animals must be comfortable around kids and other pets. I love dogs and cats of all sizes! We do have offer dog baths for an additional fee. Large backyard (not fenced in) to run around in!
I have been working at a daycare center as a floater (ages 6 weeks - 6 years old) for 3 years. I am CPR and first aid certified and I am currently a senior in high school planning on going into childhood education!
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, loving & uplifting!
I'm looking for a job that needs a date night...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am in my fourth year of teaching elementary. I currently teach 4th grade in Jesup. I would be available in the evenings and some weekends to tutor in math, reading, or science.
I am a teacher that is always willing to help out during the week or weekends for kids or pets. I am in my third year of teaching and have experience with kids from Kindergarten through eighth grade. I am an active person that loves to do activities such as going to the pool, playing outside, and going to the park. Being a...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Hello! I'm Rian and I'm a student at Alburnett High School planning to graduate in May. Starting in the fall I will be attending Kirkwood Community College. I've been working as a nanny and occasional babysitter since I was a freshman in high school and currently work as an infant teacher at a daycare. I am CPR and First Aid...
Rian can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Claire I'm 19 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 12. I have worked at daycare centers for 2 years.
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Ella P.
Robins, IA
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been a babysitting since turning 13. I have also had lots of experience as a respite worker.
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kiara M.
Marion, IA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been working with children for 10 pluse years. I currently work for the Cedar Rapids school district. I'm a special education interventionist.
I'm the past my job would include going on field trips, making sure the kids eat, making sure they are safe and tending to them if they get hurt, do arts and crafts,...
Kiara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kiara is amazing. I have worked with her many times before, and would work with her again. She's a great, caring, loving caretaker. "
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaitlin, I also go by Kait:) My experience includes 3 years of working in daycare settings, as well as nannying for two families. I have cared for ages ranging from infant to school age, and have cared for special needs children. I have my CPR certification, as well as mandatory reporter, first aid, and essentials...
Kaitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlin has been AWESOME with our little girl who is 5 months old.
Shows up on time or early.
Gives our daughter all her attention.
Cleaned up the house and did dishes without being asked.
She is kind and wonderful!"
Shauna V.
Ella P.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$12-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am Currently A Senior. I Enjoy Cooking, Singing, Staying Active, And Being Outdoors.
5.0
(1)
I am a freshman at the University of Iowa, currently studying social work and psychology! I am 19, have been babysitting since I was 13 and have been working full-time the past 2 years. I love music, dancing, sports, animals, staying active, hanging out with friends, and being outdoors.
I assist with childcare, housekeeping,...
Ella can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature."
Care member
Kennady M.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hi there! I currently work at Lily Pad daycare in the 2-year-old and baby room. I've been working there for over 3 years now, but I'm looking to become a nanny. I love working with children and helping them learn! I'm very flexible and super friendly!
Kennady can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is kind hearted, energetic, and very organized. She is interactive and has great ideas to not only educate the children but also engage them."
Michelle T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working in a child development center for several years. I worked with all ages from infant to school age. My mother and I also ran a daycare from our home for several years and so I gained a lot of experience this way as well. Along with this, I have an associate's degree in childhood education. I am First Aid...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Fantastic. Very friendly and easy to work with. Did a wonderful job with our son. She did arts and crafts and made sure our son was happy and safe while we were working. Would definitely hire again 10/10"
Jason B.
Paige B.
Marion, IA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am a senior at the University of Iowa studying Environmental Planning and Bio-science. I am looking for a job over winter break when I return to my home town of Marion, Iowa. This past summer I was a naturalist intern at Indian Creek Nature Center. My job was to help teach and care for a large group of kids at summer...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah, I worked as a registered dental hygienist during the week. I have 8 years experience with child care, I worked in a daycare center throughout high school and a couple years of college. During college I also spent a few years as a nanny. I nannied for two families overnight - I would come over, feed them...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Hannah has been very flexible and dependable. My schedule was unexpectedly changed requiring her to be at my home at 3:30am instead of 5:30am and she still agreed to care for my daughter. My daughter loves her and said "she's the best." Definitely happy with our...
Jennifer H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat children ages birth-12 for several years in my neighborhood as well as family. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the Cedar Valley Iowa area working with both children and adults and LOVE IT!
Kayleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Our shy toddler warmed up instantly to Kayleen and was very comfortable around her kind demeanor. He asked us to go on another date so she could come back! Our pets were happy to get some extra attention too! We look forward to seeing her again!"
Michael I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison, I am 24 years old and I have a daughter. I am a Licensing Caseworker. In June, I will be going back to school to obtain an MSW. I enjoy being outside, doing crafts, and finding fun things my toddler enjoys.
I am a CPR/First Aid Instructor through the AHA.
I have experience nannying from college, I...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison helped us out in a tough situation. She watched our 10 month old daughter in our hotel room when we were visiting the Waterloo area to attend a wedding. We checked in with her periodically throughout the day and she kept our daughter safe and entertained....
Haley H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide animal sitting in your own home or dog sitting in mine. I'm an experienced pet owner with many years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can take them for walks, play in the yard and also perform baths and light grooming.
Rhonda can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Oh my goodness! Rhonda (and Nick) are absolutely the BEST! They stepped up pretty darn last minute but found time to come get to know us and the pets. Then they showed all the love and sent adorable pictures and updates along the way. They brought in packages and...
Kelley M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Alica, I'm 24 years old and have many years of childcare experience. I've babysat for many families and have worked at two daycares. I have been working as a nanny for over a year now, and I'm just looking for part-time work. I have a van that seats six, and four car seats comfortably. I'm CPR and first aid, certified,...
Alicia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The kids love her and she is great with them."
Angela L.
Molly S.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$12-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Molly and I am 23 years old. I grew up in Cedar Rapids so am fairly familiar with the area and love to get out and do things. I do currently work full-time, but I am happy to help with date nights or other obligations in the evening/weekends.
I come from a very large family, so I have been around kids pretty much...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We would definitely recommend Molly. Very dependable and a good fit for our busy 10 year old."
Dana L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! My name is Naryah. I was recently a Kindergarten teacher and plan on going back to teaching next year. I have lots of babysitting experience, with kids aging 0-12 years old. I graduated with a major in Elementary Education and endorsements in early childhood, reading, and English language arts. I have 4 years of...
Naryah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Naryah is very experienced and does great with kids of all ages! We love to have her babysit for our 3 year old."
Erin M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Center Point, IA
Kiara M.
5.0
Kiara is amazing. I have worked with her many times before, and would work with her again. She's a great, caring, loving caretaker.
- Care member
Kaitlin M.
5.0
Kaitlin has been AWESOME with our little girl who is 5 months old.
Shows up on time or early.
Gives our daughter all her attention.
Cleaned up the house and did dishes without being asked.
She is kind and wonderful!
- Shauna V.
Ella P.
5.0
I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature.
- Care member
Kennady M.
5.0
Kennady loves children and she is very dependable. She is fun to be around and does a lot of fun things. I would hire her to watch my kids.
- Jamie R.
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica is very friendly and kind hearted! My son absolutely adored her and they had so much fun he was fast asleep when I got home. I highly suggest Jessica to anyone needing a babysitter!
- Mikayla S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Center Point, IA:
How can I find a Center Point babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Center Point, 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 4 babysitters in Center Point, 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 Center Point, IA?
The average rate for Center Point, IA babysitters on Care.com is $10.50 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 Center Point, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Center Point, 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.