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Eileen M.

Babysitter, Nanny

Johnston, IA

2.5(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have cared for a number of kids ranging from 3-year-olds to 15-year-olds. I started this account back in high school as a part time job. Now I have finished grad school, and am working as a Registered Dietitian and have some extra time on my hands that I decided to hope back on this app almost 10 years later! I'd love to help...
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Haley B.

Johnston, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello everyone! I am Haley and I have years of babysitting experience. I am a registered nurse currently in Davenport, IA just looking for some occasional side babysitting jobs! I work part time at the hospital every Wednesday and every other weekend. I have been a nurse for 2 years- in pediatrics and currently working on an...
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Cora O.

Johnston, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
As a nurturing, patient, and creative childcare provider with multiple years of babysitting experience, my passion for caring for children stems from my desire to have my own family one day! I strive to provide a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children of all ages. My friendly and approachable nature helps me...
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Jennifer M.

Nurse. Mom. CPR Certified

Johnston, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pediatric RN, BSN. CPR certified. Momma. Dog mom Hi. My name is Jen. I have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from GrandView. I am a former pediatric RN (my license is current.) I am currently taking a break from nursing. I would love to help out a mom, dad, family care for their newborn/infant. I am very nurturing and...
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Maryn H.

Johnston, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Maryn and I have had experience with child care for over 10 years. I grew up in Lincoln, NE and graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University with my bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I am 6th grade teacher for Des Moines Public Schools and the assistant coach for the Johnston Dance Team. I am fun,...
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Kimberlee K.

Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a secure, stimulating environment for children to thrive. With two years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the privilege of supporting families and being a part of their children's growth journeys. My approach to childcare blends creativity and imagination...
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Sophie M.

Johnston, IA

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Third child out of four girls. Used to helping out around the house, doing dishes, laundry, grocery shopping, etc. Babysat for family friends who's children were in elementary school. Would help with homework and cleaning up. Recently graduated high school and looking for an opportunity to engage with kids and make some extra...
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Lore K.

Johnston, IA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over 12 years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor, combined with my...
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Mary N.

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 6+ years of child care experience from Babysitting, being a Nanny and working in daycare centers. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn new things and just playing with them.

Karoline S. says "Mary is the sweetest and most attentive gal I know. She demonstrates the highest level of dedication and car when working with kids. I've watched her...

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Katie D.

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
13 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi everyone! I recently moved to the area to work for the Fredericksburg Nationals! I am from North Carolina, where I was a nanny for over 2 years for a family with 4 kids, ages ranging from new born to 10. Feel free to reach out with any question!

Care Member says "Katie is amazing and did so much with our girls!"

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Rhini A.

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I live in Ankeny and work full-time at Blank Children's Hospital as a Child Life Specialist. Looking for evening/ weekend babysitting hours. I taught elementary special education for 5 years prior to working in the hospital setting. If you're looking for occasional hours or need a date night every now and then message me.

Sarah S. says "Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave....

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Hallie V.

Experienced Nanny For Toddlers/Infants

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm looking to find a part time, very flexible nanny job. I will be starting Dental Hygiene school in August 2024, and need something that is flexible with my class schedule. I've cared for a lot of families from Care. com and would love to add your littles to my circle:)

Kaitlin G. says "Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"

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Riley Q.

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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...

Sarah C. says "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...

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Carol M.

Des Moines, IA

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
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...

Care Member says "Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!"

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Rachel C.

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Joe W. says "Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple...

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Katherine K.

Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
I love children! I have 3 little, 6, 3, and 1. I have years of experience, from nannying to teaching and doing the school runs. I am looking for opportunities that allow me to bring my kids with me. The two big kids are in school, one full time, so we do have a schedule to work around. We need to stay around the WDM area...
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Sheryl Y.

Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am new to Iowa (been here a year) but not to childcare. I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. My best references are the kids in my neighborhood although I have adult...

Care Member says "Sheryl has helped to get our grandchild ready for school in the morning one day a week at this point. T can be a challenge at times. She has been able...

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Erin M.

Part-time Caregiver

Ankeny, IA

3.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Erin. I live in Ankeny, Iowa. I have a BA in Child Development from Rowan University. I have experience with children ranging from infancy to teenage including ones on the spectrum and other special needs. I do have my own car with a great driving record. I do not drink/smoke and am pet friendly.

Mikayla K. says "Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10...

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Tinovimbanashe C.

Safety First, Then Let's Enjoy The Day!

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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.

Shannon C. says "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...

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Brenna H.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Kylie F. says "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...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.38/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 2.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Johnston, IA

Babysitters in Johnston, IA are rated 2.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Mary N.

Mary is the sweetest and most attentive gal I know. She demonstrates the highest level of dedication and car when working with kids. I've...

- Karoline S.

Katie D.

Katie is amazing and did so much with our girls!

- Care member

Rhini A.

Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we...

- Sarah S.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Johnston, IA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Johnston, 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 8 babysitters in Johnston, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 2.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Johnston, IA babysitters on Care.com is $18.38 per hour as of June 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Johnston, 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.

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