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239 babysitters are listed in Des Moines,Ā IA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Des Moines, IA
Hello! My name is Madison and I am a recent graduate of the University of Northern Iowa and will be student teaching this fall in an elementary setting. I have had about 5-6 years of babysitting/nanny experience and will be available as an as needed date night sitter.
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny and household manager for the past nine years. I love working with kids, I love the freedom and the responsibility of being a household manager And I feel that that position has really made me feel fulfilled. When it comes to children, I love everything from museums, park visits, arts and crafts, music,...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 25 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 4 years.
-Before/after school nanny for 1...
Amy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My names Helen and have been nannying for 6+ years. I enjoy working with newborns & toddlers and getting to see them develop into their own little self. I just graduated from Dominican University of CA with a BA in psychology. I currently moved back to Iowa and now looking for a full-time job. I am vaccinated & boosted. I...
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lexi M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-30/hr ā¢ 10 yrs exp
Chicago Based Babysitter With Over 10+ Of Childcare Experience
Hi there! I'm Lexi, a 30-year-old professional living and working full time in Des Moines.
Originally from small town Eastern Iowa, my history of childcare goes back to when I was 14 years old. I have 4 years of experience working in a before and after school daycare facilities. Here, I helped watch upwards of 60 children...
Lexi can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Hi! My name is Georgia, and I am a freshman at the University of Iowa. I am currently working at a daycare in Iowa City, and am hoping to pick up some hours babysitting throughout the week! I am CPR certified, and work closely with DHS regulations on a daily basis. I have experience working with ages two weeks to 10 years!
Georgia B can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
I have 6 years of experience for multiple families with different ages of children. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I love taking the kids on mini adventures and having fun-filled days.
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I have been taking care of pets for 10+ years. I have my own dog his name is Harvey and he is 4 years old and is a lab! I have a big passion and heart for dogs. I would love to be able to take care of your pups! If you have any questions or would like my references just message me and I would be happy to!
Annamaria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi there! I'm Elsa and I am 25 years old from the West Des Moines area and have been providing childcare since middle school. I am energetic, warm-hearted, patient and enjoy spending my time staying active. I am happy to care for children, prepare meals, as well as any additional tasks. I am organized with my work and flexible...
Elsa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, my names Kate and I'm 23 years old. A little about me is that I obtained my undergraduate degree in psychology and am starting my masters degree this fall for forensic psychology. I enjoy spending time outside and being active. I also love to cook!
I started babysitting at a very young age, so I have lots of...
Hello! My name is Sanji and I am currently a 21-year-old student at Drake University. I have about 7 years of babysitting experiences. I have taken care of infants, toddlers, elementary, middle, and high school kids. I also have a background as a behavioral therapist in special needs care, specifically children with Autism...
Hello!
My Name is Lindsey! I graduated from BYU and am currently in the Speech-Language Pathology masters program at the University of Utah. I am student clinician, and have lots of experience planning performing speech/ language therapy treatment with little ones. I am an expert on child cognitive, language, and speech...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I helped care for my seven siblings growing up. I was taught to make a bottle and change diapers when I was 8 years old. I would help prepare meals, do housework, entertain children, help them get ready for school, and put them to bed. I have experience with newborns to 11 years old. I have cared for children with asthma and...
Selene can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
Mackenzie T.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr ā¢ 7 yrs exp
I Am A 4 Year Experienced Daycare Teacher. Looking For A Weekend Babysitting/nanny Job!
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently 26 years of age. I have 7 years experience working with children, age ranging from newborn to school age kid. I currently work full time as a private nanny during the week. I'm a loving, caring person. I enjoy being around kids they truly light up my world. I'm energetic, adventurous, crafty. I enjoy playing games,...
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Alex and I've had experience babysitting and watching children of all ages. I have two younger siblings myself and am able to drive kids to and from activities. I love kids and consider myself a very responsible and fun babysitter.
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I attended DMACC and studied Early Childhood Development for two years then I transferred to Iowa State University and studied Child, Adult, and Family services. I took three years off of school to work full time at a childcare center in the infant room in between attending DMACC and Iowa State University. I have also worked in...
Ananda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello! My name is Emma. I am a 2nd grade teacher looking to babysit, nanny, or provide respite care during my summer break.
Ideally, I am hoping to work a regular part time (15-20 hours/week) schedule from around June 23-August 9. I'm open to occasional nighttime babysitting opportunities as well.
I have been babysitting for...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Madeline and I am looking for occasional babysitting gigs on week nights / weekends! I'm a University of Iowa grad and am currently in my first year teaching 1st grade here in DSM!! I have years of experience nannying and working at daycares so I'm good with kiddos of all ages:) Let me know if you ever need a...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutoršā„ļø. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him, his confidence has improved tremendously and he's retaining information betteršā„ļø. I would definitely...
Alyssa D.
Nadia G.
Des Moines, IA
$25-50/hr ā¢ 10 yrs exp
I've Been Babysitting For Over 10 Years On And Off. I Also Have Experience In Tutoring Spanish.
My top 3 skills are organization, listening, and creativity.
Organization is very important to me. I rely on routine to help me finish those everyday tasks, and I genuinely believe that children thrive in consistent environments. Routine helps them feel comfortable, secure, and content.
I'm also a great listener. This skill...
I'd describe my personality as energetic, upbeat, and kind.
I like working with kids because I love seeing them learn and grow over time.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help families and continue working with children.
I started working with kids when I graduated from college in 2011. I received a bachelor's...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Des Moines, IA:
How can I find a Des Moines babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Des Moines, 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 239 babysitters in Des Moines, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Des Moines, IA?
The average rate for Des Moines, IA babysitters on Care.com is $15.66 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 Des Moines, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Des Moines, 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.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 103 reviews of the 239 listed babysitters.