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Bree is wonderful! She is so caring and very dependable. I would recommend her to everyone I know and feel so safe with her watching my…
Review for Bree R. by Claire H.
Paige is wonderful! My 1.5 year old took to her right away. She usually cries when a new babysitter comes over but Paige new exactly how to…
Review for Paige D. by Shaina S.
We would give Madison ten stars if possible. Being new to the state and knowing no one, we were so lucky to find her. I always know my…
Review for Madison G. by Care member
Babysitters in Ely, IA
I have around 2 years of experience with childcare. I have worked with kids for quite awhile having worked at 2 daycares, a swimming pool, pumpkin patch, candy store, and I also have a 6-year-old brother that I babysat his whole life. I am looking for something reoccurring, so something like a nanny. I am looking forward to...
Alivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Aaron W.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for over six years because I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and calm demeanor allows me to support families by providing a reliable childcare option. I enjoy playing outdoor sports with children, and we often play board games and puzzles together.
If I'm...
Fary N.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi my name is Fary and while I have not previously worked in a nursing home or senior care setting, I bring valuable experience from caring for my parents and others in my life. My background includes roles in daycare, cleaning, and factory work, which have helped me develop a strong work ethic and a deep understanding of...
I have been a grandma for 10yrs. Have taken care of them all, off and on, since birth. I love pets of all kinds and have had my own since my birth. I am good at getting babies to settle down and sleep.
Carrie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nevaeh J.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. With three years of experience, I'm skilled at caring for little ones and enjoy engaging them in creative and imaginative play. As a patient and calm individual, I also believe in clear communication with parents, providing regular updates to ensure they are...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate about working with children with my day job being in childcare.
I have my CPR/First Aid certification, certification in early childhood development and experience working in a daycare environment each day, I am confident in my ability to provide high quality care for children of all ages!
I'm available to...
Sarah B.
North Liberty, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Occasional Weekend & Weekday Evening Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from the University of Iowa in May of 2003 with a BA in Elementary Education and endorsements in Early Childhood and Special Education. I have taught various grades for the last 20 years (preschool, kindergarten, first grade, & sixth grade). Also, I am certified in Adult and Child CPR & First Aid until June of 2023....
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Bree R.
Coralville, IA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
Memphis Nanny/Tutor Available For Full-time Or Part-time Work
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm an energetic 26-year-old with lots of experience with kiddos of all ages (birth-15yrs) and would love to help you out! I have babysitting, nannying, and tutoring experience, as well as experience supervising at a childcare center. I'm CPR and First Aid certified & Infant CPR and First Aid certified by the Red Cross. I...
Bree can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bree is courteous, thoughtful, and engaging. She is fun while also encouraging learning and creativity. Best of all, my 6 year old looks forward to any time she gets to spend with her. She would be an asset to any family!"
Michelle B.
Paige D.
Coralville, IA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, caring, 23-year-old graduate from University of Iowa. I graduated in May of 2024 with a major in elementary education and an endorsement in reading. I currently am a 4th grade Elementary School Teacher, but am looking for work over the summer. I have lots of experience babysitting, nannying, and worked at...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paige is wonderful! My 1.5 year old took to her right away. She usually cries when a new babysitter comes over but Paige new exactly how to make my daughter feel comfortable. I work from home and I could hear them laughing and playing all day. She is dependable,...
Shaina S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Madison, I am 25 years old and I have a 4-year-old daughter. I am a Licensing Caseworker for foster/adoptive families. In May, I will be graduating with my masters degree in Social Work. I enjoy being outside, doing crafts, and finding fun things my toddler enjoys.
I am a CPR/First Aid Instructor through the AHA.
I...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is fantastic with our 7 year old. She is super engaged in the activities that he's doing. They even go on walks and bike rides."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a 60-year-old mom with an 21 yr
year-old son. I enjoy working with children and am comfortable taking care of children of all ages preferably at my home. I was a kindergarten school teacher for 11 years and worked for nine years at a daycare center. I love spending time with kids outdoors, going on walks, playing, , etc. I...
Rosy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My 6y/o daughter loved going to Rosy's! She loved trying her authentic Indian foods & learning about her home culture. Rosy is very loving & sends you pictures of them having fun."
Angie B.
5.0
(6)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The kids love her and she is great with them."
Angela L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 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
"Kayleen was so great! She played with the kids, quickly picked up my instructions for the evening and our routine. She did everything I asked her and even stayed later than originally planned. I will absolutely hire her again. Kids loved her."
Lacey E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat since I was about 12 years old and absolutely love children. I work full time as a social worker within child welfare. I would love to spend time with your kiddos in my free time!
Cierra can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cierra has been so great with my son and dog. She is reliable, shows up on time and helps out in other areas as well. She has been a great addition to our household."
Riene G.
Alyssa B.
Iowa City, IA
$18/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa and I am 22 years old. I am a recent graduate from University of Iowa graduating with Journalism and a certificate in Event Management. I have been babysitting for families for over 9 years now and I would love to continue that throughout college. I became an aunt when I was 6 years old and have been changing...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa has helped watch our daughter for over a year and is always punctual and dependable! She has been amazing keeping us updated when we are away and our daughter views her like family. We would definitely rehire!"
Rebecca S.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & 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.
Katie E.
Iowa City, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible Childcare Provider With Over 12 Years Of Experience With Kids Ranging From Newborn To 10
5.0
(2)
I have over 10 years of experience with childcare. I have been a nanny for the same family for the last 7 years. Was full time nanny until the littlest one started 1st grade then became a part time nanny for them taking them to and from school, activities, hanging out after school and weekends. they moved out of state last...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie is a great nanny. My kids love her. She has done excellent job in taking care of the kids. If you need further information please feel free to contact me."
Sathvika V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mary and I live in Tiffin, IA with my husband, one dog, and one cat! I work remotely, part-time as an administrative manager for Teton Valley Interiors in Driggs, ID. Now that my own kids are grown, I need small ones in my life to love and cuddle! I have been caring for children ages newborn to 12 yrs old for the past...
Mary Kay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary Kay is a wonderful caregiver. She has a great demeanor with kids and is also an educator at heart so I was always confident how my son was progressing. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name's Audrey! I'm a second year at Wartburg College! I'm there for music education! I absolutely love kids and babysitting whenever I can! I love to teach kiddos new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. My siblings are 7 and 11, so I know how to entertain and care for little...
Audrey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Audrey was very responsible and caring! She was a natural with my newborn and my 4 year old loved playing with her! "
Rebecca S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Emily! I just moved back home after graduating with my bachelors in speech pathology and am taking some time off to save up before I complete my masters. Can help with kids.
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was great with our son and he had a great time with her. We are looking forward to having her back."
Jackie U.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ely, IA:
How can I find a Ely babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Ely, IA?
The average rate for Ely, IA babysitters on Care.com is $13.00 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Ely, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ely, 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.