Find Babysitters in Colfax, IA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(6)

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021. I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...

Matracea can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Early Education

5.0

"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."

Ashraf Q.

Brenna H.

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Brenna and I am 22 years old! My hobbies include hiking, reading books, hanging out with my boyfriend and just being outdoors! I would say I'm a risk taker! I have an extroverted and bubbly personality and if you ask anyone I never grew out of my inner child! I love to have fun and enjoy life. I have been...

Brenna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Brenna was our full-time summer nanny in 2022. Our kids are 7 and 9. She showed up everyday and gave us advance notice of the one time she needed to take off for a family event. Everyday she took the kids somewhere and did something. They never watched more than 1...

Kylie F.

Ireland R.

$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Teacher And Entertainer

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have about 6 years of experience with babysitting other families, but have been working with kids and siblings as long as I can remember. I love making connections with kids and helping them learn and grow. I'm always willing to help clean and do any household chores needed.

Ireland can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more

Skills:

First Aid

5.0

"Ireland was amazing with my kids! She played with them and went on a walk with them. She got them to bed without issue, which is a feat in and of itself. My kids loved her and so do I."

Kathryn M.

Alyssa G.

$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Alyssa and I'm looking for part-time opportunities. I live downtown and work a remote position, which has allowed my schedule to be a little more flexible. I use to work as a toddler teacher and have about 3+ years experience working in the childcare field along with many years of babysitting. I also have 9 nieces...

Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Alyssa was with us for almost a year, she was very involved with our kids, punctual, and always helpful. The only reason we do not have Alyssa with our kids anymore is because we moved away. My kids loved Alyssa and we would hire her again in a heartbeat. "

Brianne G.

Erika B.

$21/hr

Part-time Child Care Worker

5.0

(1)

I love children and pets! I have worked in a daycare for 2 years and have worked with all different ages. I love pets and have worked with all different species of animals and have pet sat many times.

5.0

"Erika was an asset to our family! She was consistent, reliable, & good at communicating with us. She covered transportation & after school care for a semester for my elementary/middle school aged daughters. I would definitely hire her again!!"

Laura M.

Rachel C.

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

5.0

(6)

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...

Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started...

Joe W.

Claire R.

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full-Time

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Claire! I graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Criminology and Psychology. While this degree has opened up many opportunities for me, it has shown me that I best utilize my skills and passions when working with children. I am currently working on my masters degree in school counseling while...

Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Claire was great with our son! She made sure she customized the activities to what he likes which includes playing outside a lot. She was very sweet and we will definitely hire her again!"

Brittany M.

Calli R.

$20-24/hr • 6 yrs exp

Responsible And Helpful Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...

Calli can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Carol M.

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

3.0

(6)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Carol. I'm currently working as an educational consultant and I tutor and babysit on the side. I have an extensive history of working with children. In high school I worked part time in a day care center with mostly toddlers, I taught preschool for a year right out of college, and I have worked with...

Carol can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep

5.0

"My kids loved spending time with her !! Even cried when it was time for her to go they easily fell in love with her she will definitely make you and your kids feel comfortable with her cares. As far as getting to know her she communicated well had references on...

Care member

Bonnie F.

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

5.0

(1)

PLEASE DISREGARD THIS PROFILE. I TRIED TO REMOVE IT BUT FOR SOME REASON, AM UNABLE TO DO SO. I AM NO LONGER OFFERING SENIOR SERVICES! I became a Certified Nursing Aid at 16 then an EMT at 18. I worked my way through college as both a nursing aide and an EMT progressing to a Paramedic. I worked in home health care, and human...

Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0

"I have known Bonnie for 15 years. She is responsible, honest, has great people skills and well as great communication skills. She is loving and gives 100% of herself to help others. She has a great sense of humor and creates a fun environment to be around. Anyone...

Sheila W.

Maricela V.

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! I love interacting with children! I have 4 years experience taking care of children! I started out working in elementary schools as a yard aide. My job was to keep the children safe and make sure they were playing nice! I currently work in a day care and love it! I plan to go back to school to study RN! In my down...

5.0

"Maricela is amazing! She is the perfect combination of engaging energy and calm. Also she was super understanding and flexible with my last minute need. She totally rescued us and made my kids happy! "

Kay H.

Erika B.

$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp

Erika B.

5.0

(1)

Hi, my name is Erika and I live in Greenville, SC. I attend college in Ankeny, Iowa in the fall and spring. I am working on graduating with an associate's degree in Office Administration. I love working with all kinds of animals! I have taken care of all kinds of animals for friends and family . I really enjoy the individual...

Erika can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation

Payton B.

$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Payton, I have 4 years of experience in childcare. I've worked as an art teacher, swim instructor and coach, summer camp counselor, part-time babysitter, and special needs assistant. I currently attend school at Drake University, I am a part of Delta Gamma Sorority and Student Senate. I am Lifeguard certified, CPR and...

Payton can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Riley Q.

$18-19/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Riley, I'm 24 and I have been employed at a daycare in Ankeny since 2016. I have worked in the toddler room for 3 years with children aging 18 to 24 months - but I am comfortable with any age! I am also certified in CPR and first aid. I understand how difficult it is to leave your children with someone else - and...

Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0

"Riley was so nice and just seemed to enjoy being with our daughter. She was on time, listened to what we told her, and in general did a great job! I was very comfortable leaving her with our baby."

Sarah C.

Tinovimbanashe C.

$11-16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Safety First, Then Let's Enjoy The Day!

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of my friend's children and the oldest is 11 and the youngest is 1. I also enjoy riding bicycles with kids.

Tinovimbanashe can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Tino was amazing. She had a connection with our kids, but was still great at directing and keeping them on task. She was always on time, was better/ more consistent at correcting my 5 year olds grammar than I am, and became part of our family. We would have her...

Shannon C.

Taryn H.

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Why You Should Consider Me As A Caretaker For Your Child!

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Taryn! I'm an 18-year-old high school graduate, and I am planning to continue my education next semester at dmac. I have been around kids my whole life and as the oldest sister of 5, babysitting and helping my mom with her childcare business at home I have learned so much about kids and have experience in many different...

Taryn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning

5.0

"Taryn was great with my 10yo and 2yo. I would hire her again. The girls absolutely love her. I recommend her and trust her with my girls."

Tracy J.

Courtney E.

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(11)

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I'm a middle school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience....

Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"My husband and I are new to Minneapolis and we had a lot of anxiety hiring a complete stranger to sit for our son. Courtney completely put us at ease - she is kind, trustworthy and knows what she's doing when it comes to caring for kids! Our son took to her...

Jennifer W.

Paulette S.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I have worked with children and adults who have experienced abuse.

Rhini A.

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently teaching at Pleasantville Elementary School while living in West Des Moines. I am a special education teacher for grades pre-k through sixth grade. Looking for occasional babysitting hours and to allow parents with children who have special needs an opportunity to get out without stress.

5.0

"Rhini cared for our one year old son and we absolutely loved her! She was easy to communicate with, punctual, and cleaned up before we got home. We are definitely going to hire her again!"

Emily F.

Emily E.

$8-14/hr • 3 yrs exp

Animal Lover

5.0

(2)