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Hi there! My name is Ashley, and I am here to help you! I am available to you and your family with whatever you are looking for. I can do it all! Nanny, date night, a few hours here and there whatever works for you. I am 28 I have years of experience working with all ages. I have been a teacher all the way to an assistant...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a reliable, a patient person who has a passion for working with kids! I have been babysitting for 8 years, have worked at a daycare as well, and have experience with all age groups, often multiple children simultaneously. I have been a summer nanny in the past, and I have lead outings to the pool, park, library, etc. I can...
Cadynce can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Cassidee and I am 23 years old. I am currently pursuing a degree in social work (online and on week nights). I am trained in first aid and CPR, Covid vaccinated, have a perfect driving record, and have a reliable car. I have been a professional nanny for 5 years, but have been caring for children for...
Cassidee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It has been such a tremendous relief to find Cassidee. She is always on time, has a gentle, calm demeanor and is a natural with our infant and toddler. After trying a couple different sitters, it's been great to find such a hassle-free, reliable young woman. "
Ana S.
Emily H.
Polk City, IA
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have multiple years of experience as a nanny and caregiver. I enjoy spending time with kids, teaching, and spending time outside. I posses several qualities that enable me to greatly care for kids: I am passionate, considerate, and flexible. I enjoy tutoring children and letting them have fun!
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Katlyn. I have been doing residential cleaning for over 4 years and love it!
Katlyn can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, dusting & more
Hello sweet families! My name is Sam and and I am looking for a FT or PT nanny position in the Polk City/Ankeny/Grimes area.
Education/Certification:
-Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Northwestern College of Iowa
-CPR/First Aid Certified
I am 27 years old and have been caring for children for most of my life, through...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I'm the ultimate playtime pro, the diaper-changing diva, and the bedtime bandit. I'm a babysitter with a heart full of fun and a mind full of imagination. I love to get down on the floor and play with kids, whether it's building forts, having tea parties, or pretending to be superheroes.
I've got all the necessary...
Kaylie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been a substitute teacher for the past 10 years. I have 2 sons, one is in college and the other is in high school. I'm looking for a part-time summer nanny job.
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Paige C.
Polk City, IA
$19-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was young I would babysit my cousins and nieces when I was 16 I began working in a daycare and have worked in child care ever since
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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Ashley S.
Granger, IA
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ashley! I have 7 years+ experience working with children. I have been a swim lesson instructor, a lead Pre-kindergarten teacher, worked in day care, nannied and have worked as a Special Education Paraprofessional at an elementary school in the Dallas Center - Grimes Community School District for the past 4 years....
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I haven't ever had a professional cleaning job but I have worked at a daycare, restaurant, and as a CNA cleaning up after people. I have very good time management, detail oriented, and am very organized. I would love to help clean any room in your house or help you organize your space.
Haley can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Haley M.
Slater, IA
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
One thing you should know about me is I am caring, compassionate, and patient.
My skills include being fun and engaging
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I am a responsible and caring person who loves dogs and cats. I have grown up with animals my whole life and know what it takes to be a great pet owner.
Haley can also help with: Pet walking
Anna P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"
Truman J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have over 6 years of experience in childcare. I have babysat regularly since age 14 and have nannied over the summers, caring for 1-5 children at a time. I currently work at a daycare center, and have been here since the fall of 2021. I love children and enjoy spending time with them. I am comfortable partaking in cooking,...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ana has been a wonderful sitter for our toddler who loved her right out of the gate. She's kind and fun and our kid always asks about her the next day."
Kathryn H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!!
My name is Makayla I'm a sophomore at drake university studying sociology. I live off campus with my two cats in Des Moines. I've been caring for children for the past two years nannying and babysitting in my spare time that I have being a college student. I have experience preparing meals for children who have dietary...
Makayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Makayla is an absolute gem of a care giver. She was so accommodating and very willing to go above and beyond to be there and patient with my 3 year old son.. She did everything possible to always keep me in the loop and updated on their daily activities and goals...
Amanda M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with a wide range of things to keep seniors in their home longer. I got my CNA about 24 yrs ago and then got my med tech a couple yrs later. I've worked in nursing homes & group homes until about 7 yrs ago. I started working for nonmedical homecare at that time. I started private...
Loretta can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Loretta is top notch. She is very knowledgeable, very personable, and very dependable. She has provided expert senior care to my loved one, including doctor visits, and managing a wheelchair for those. I recommend her with no reservations."
Elaine J.
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, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with...
Molly K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 21-year-old college student who is looking for a job I'll love. I'm going to finish up school this year at Dmacc majoring in Exercise science. I took last year off of school to be a full time nanny to two young boys 2 and 4 years old. I have always loved working with children since as long as I can remember. My mother had...
Kirsten can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Madrid, IA
Cassidee M.
5.0
It has been such a tremendous relief to find Cassidee. She is always on time, has a gentle, calm demeanor and is a natural with our infant and toddler. After trying a couple different sitters, it's been great to find such a hassle-free, reliable young woman.
- Ana S.
Anna P.
5.0
Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!
- Truman J.
Ana V.
5.0
Ana has been a wonderful sitter for our toddler who loved her right out of the gate. She's kind and fun and our kid always asks about her the next day.
- Kathryn H.
Makayla S.
5.0
Makayla is an absolute gem of a care giver. She was so accommodating and very willing to go above and beyond to be there and patient with my 3 year old son.. She did everything possible to always keep me in the loop and updated on their daily activities and goals followed with lots of pictures,...
- Amanda M.
Loretta D.
5.0
Loretta is top notch. She is very knowledgeable, very personable, and very dependable. She has provided expert senior care to my loved one, including doctor visits, and managing a wheelchair for those. I recommend her with no reservations.
- Elaine J.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Madrid, IA:
How can I find a Madrid babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Madrid, 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 2 babysitters in Madrid, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Madrid, IA?
The average rate for Madrid, IA babysitters on Care.com is $13.50 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 Madrid, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Madrid, 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.