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Find babysitters in Kalona, IA that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Kalona, IA

The average rate is $42/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 2 years

Babysitters in Kalona, IA

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Hannah V.


Kalona, IA

$40-45/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood

Hi! names Hannah! looking for a trustworthy, hardworking housekeeper? I have been cleaning for many years! I started my own cleaning business 2 years ago, I have supplies, or can use yours. I stride in making sure to do a great job and have a strong understanding on what each person's expectations are.
Hannah can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Have had Hannan for over 8 months now. she does a great job every time, trustworthy, hardworking and brings supplies. Thank you Hannah, appreciate you're work in our home."

Valerie H.

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Hannah V.


Kalona, IA

$30-50/hr2 yrs exp

Animal Lover

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My whole life I've always loved and took care of animal's! From bringing home strays to rescuing baby chipmunks, you name it I probably have had it! I've always had a big heart when It came to animals, its definitely something I love to do.
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming
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Hannah V.


Kalona, IA

$58/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter, Outdoorsy, And Creative.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outdoorsy, caring, fun working with kids is fun! it gives me a opportunity to develop a new purpose each day, and it's never the same thing each day when it comes to working with children. Me and my son love hiking, four wheel riding, fishing, pretty much anything outdoors. I also have my own...
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Amber G.


Wellman, IA

$5-10/hr8 yrs exp

Full/Part-Time Daycare

I have been babysitting since I was a preteen. Now that my kids are in school, I want to babysit others' children. I adore kids and babies! I provide a safe, caring, secure, fun, loving, and clean environment for your child to thrive in.
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
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Taylor C.


Wellman, IA

$14-27/hr3 yrs exp

Hello my name is Taylor, I am 18 years old. I have a reliable car and hope to be able to help you with any errands you need. I love to have a lot on my plate and a lot of errands to do. I use to transport the kids I babysitter to and from there sporting events. I hope to be able to help you with any errand you need.
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Cara L.


Wellman, IA

$12-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am the oldest of six, so I've had lots of experience caring for younger kids! I've been babysitting as a job since I was 14 and have babysat for ages 6months-9 years. I am reliable, friendly, caring, intentional, and attentive.
Cara can also help with: Light cleaning
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Cara L.


Wellman, IA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

I am a college student, studying social work! I'm looking for some extra work to help with tuition! I have experience babysitting, housecleaning, and housesitting. I'm attentive, reliable, intentional, and care about what I do!
Cara can also help with: Changing bed linens, dusting, general room cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
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Amber G.


Wellman, IA

$23-33/hr10 yrs exp

I was a CNA for over 10 years of my life. I also spent 5 years taking care of individuals with mental and physical challenges.
Amber can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning
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Khloe B.


Riverside, IA

$18-24/hr8 yrs exp

I have always loved working with children! From a young age I began babysitting, then moved to working in a childcare center. I am currently studying elementary education at the University of Northern Iowa. I will graduate in May and am looking for a family to provide care for during the summer!
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Leah B.


Wellman, IA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

About Leah

I graduated from Hillcrest Academy in Kalona, Iowa, and grew up in that area. I have an older brother who is getting married this summer, two younger siblings, and many cousins. I am currently attending Central College in Pella, Iowa, and am looking for a summer job. I participated in many sports in high school, including...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madelyn V.


Iowa City, IA

$25-50/hr11 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny!!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have studied Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education for the past three years at UNI. I recently decided to take a break from my schooling and move to Iowa City in August 2024. I would love to find a nannying position that offers a consistent weekly schedule. I have a reliable car and flexible...
Madelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maddie is a wonderful caregiver! She went above and beyond to make sure our boys were taken care of while we went out for a date night. She is on-time, caring, hard-working, and left the house as clean as when we left. We will definitely have her watch our kids...

Alexa B.

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Maya B.


Iowa City, IA

$17-22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maya and I am a Senior at the University of Iowa. My major is Communications with a minor in Human Relations. I love kids! I have been babysitting for over 7 years and have nannied full-time the past 3 summers. I also used to work at my hometown daycare for a few years. :)
Maya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Maya is flexible and willing to work with families to meet their childcare needs (i.e. arriving early). She is a great communicator and is very engaging with the kids. She is sweet as can be!"

Morgan P.

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Madi S.


Iowa City, IA

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm eager to find families who are looking for a babysitter that is truly passionate about childcare. I whole heartedly believe you get that care that you're paying for, and when your kids are under my care I will go above and beyond to assure their needs are being taken care of. I pride myself on my ability to adapt to each...
5.0
"Madi was a dream of a nanny for our two children during the year we spent in Iowa City. She is kind, thoughtful, perceptive, energetic, flexible, tidy, and 100% reliable. She communicates plans extremely well, particularly when she and the kids want to go on a...

Mary R.

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Ellen R.


Iowa City, IA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Caring Babysitter Who Loves Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Ellen & I have 41 years of experience- I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. I love to actively play, be creative with arts & craft projects, go for walks, read books, explore & help them learn new things, & be a source of comfort & love. I'm happy to do meal time, bath time & bedtime & can help with light...
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"I have trusted Ellen with my boys on several occasions, and will continue to do so with confidence. Ellen has taken the time to know each of my sons as individuals, finding ways to engage them, and having a nice time together. For example, Ellen and my eldest might...

Ryan O.

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Karin R.


Iowa City, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been a nanny and babysitter for over 15 years. I have experience working with children aged infant to 11. I have worked with twins and multiple children of various ages. I am a very responsible and reliable care taker. I am very interested in the education and development of young children and have some experience...
Karin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Fantastic Nanny for many years for our family! Smart, reliable, creative and even tempered. She was beloved by both our children and us. Sadly, our employment relationship stopped due to our family's move."

Kirke R.

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Ella S.


Iowa City, IA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Smile Creator :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience working with kids. My first babysitting job started at 13 and I loved it so much I decided to keep it going!
Ella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ella is very dependable. She can create activities for our (2) 5 year olds, and she plays well with them."

Mike W.

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Brooke B.


Iowa City, IA

$10/hr7 yrs exp

Nice To Meet You, I'm Brooke!

Hi, my name is Brooke! I work in Pediatric Endocrine and Diabetes Clinical Trial Research at UIHC. I love working with kids and have 7 years of babysitting experience and 1 year of full time nannying experience. I have worked as a lifeguard and as a Certified Nurse Aide where I was adult, child and infant CPR certified. I have...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Brooke is AMAZING! Responsible, reliable and great communicator. She nannied our toddler twins and newborn full-time in the summers and part-time when classes started. We are sad she graduated and moved away, we miss her! Anyone looking for a babysitter would be...

Care member

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Greta S.


Iowa City, IA

$10-20/hr

Fun Caregive!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with people who have special needs for 5 years now. I have a passion for working with those for those with special needs because they think so differently and there is never a boring moment with them. Last summer, I worked at Camp Courageous. Camp is a place for people of all ages and ability levels. I worked...
5.0
"Greta is as genuine as they come. We couldn't be happier with finding her- we feel like we hit the jackpot! She will be starting with us in a few weeks, so I can not comment on her care-taking skills yet-however our son was all smiles around her when we...

Jenny G.

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Cierra M.


Tiffin, IA

$25-33/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Jordan C.


Iowa City, IA

$20/hr11 yrs exp

Let Me Help With Your Child/pet Care Needs Any Weekday Night & Anytime On The Weekends!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm an online graduate student at the University of Denver for Social Work. I have years of babysitting experience ranging from Newborn to 12 years old. I'm comfortable with pets & have reliable transportation! Looking for some evening jobs or weekend jobs. Open to traveling as well :) I'd describe my personality as caring,...
Jordan can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My 3 year old loved Jordan company. He had loads of fun with her. She is punctual and dependable."

Latha Y.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kalona, IA

Hannah V.

5.0

So nice having a wonderful housekeeper!

- Owen Q.

Madelyn V.

5.0

Madelyn has been an absolute blessing! She's not only incredibly patient, kind, and attentive, but she's also extremely flexible and willing to work with our hours and sudden changes. My baby absolutely adored her, and she made us feel at ease right away. We feel lucky to have found someone so easy...

- Care member

Maya B.

5.0

Maya is flexible and willing to work with families to meet their childcare needs (i.e. arriving early). She is a great communicator and is very engaging with the kids. She is sweet as can be!

- Morgan P.

Madi S.

5.0

Madi was a dream of a nanny for our two children during the year we spent in Iowa City. She is kind, thoughtful, perceptive, energetic, flexible, tidy, and 100% reliable. She communicates plans extremely well, particularly when she and the kids want to go on a spontaneous adventure. We wish she...

- Mary R.

Ellen R.

5.0

Ellen has watched our toddler for over a year and was always thinking of fun new activities/games to play. She accommodated to our crazy, ever-changing schedule and even helped in establishing a nap routine! Ellen is extremely reliable, kind, creative, and will care for your child(ren) as if they...

- Care member

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Average Rating4.5 / 5

Babysitters in Kalona, IA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.