Find Babysitters in Mingo, IA

I have always had a passion for caring for children. I have been babysitting ever since I was 10 years old. I am currently in grad school. I was a nanny for a family of three children for two summers in a row and enjoyed every minute of it. I watched a 7-year-old, 13-year-old and a 15-year-old. I have my own car and am able to...

Reagan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Alyvia S.

Baxter, IA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had experience with all ages and stages of life and have had the opportunity to work with children and elderly all of my life. I have attended college courses in the Health Occupations program at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) and have gained valuable information that will help Me with any Certified Nursing...

Skills:

CNA

Deb K.

Collins, IA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Parent Of 3 With 23 Years Experience.

Hello! I'm a mother of 3 adult children and grandmother of 1. I own my own small business, so I prefer jobs with flexible hours. I home schooled my own children in grades K-3 and enjoy playing with children that includes creative play, reading and art. I have a firm but laid back style of caregiving and like to have fun. My...

Deb can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance

Abigail T.

$17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Big Sister To 4 And Craft Master

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Abby! As the oldest of 5 children (ages 15, 13, 11, and 9), and former bounce house "party pro", I am experienced with caring for high-energy children. I enjoy arts and crafts, sewing, baking, and outdoor activities. I am moderately fluent in Spanish and American Sign Language, and I am currently learning Portuguese....

Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Abby is amazing! Our kids loved her. She was on time and responsible and respectful. I felt safe leaving our kids with her. Our baby isn’t always the easiest to watch due to separation anxiety, and she cared for him and soothed him with ease. "

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Calli R.

$20-24/hr • 6 yrs exp

Responsible And Helpful Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...

Calli can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Anna P.

$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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"

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Bertena J.

$18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(3)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with watching up to 4 children, ages newborn to 10, with and without medical and special needs. I also spent time working at a nursing home and caretaking a woman with Alzheimer's. I have taken CPR training courses in the past so recertification is an option! Fully Vaccinated! I'm available starting May 12...

Bertena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Bert took care of my son with special needs for seven months beginning when he was twelve weeks old. She was phenomenal at working with us to care for him. We really appreciated her flexibility, communication, and of course, the love she poured into our family. Any...

Claire O.

Rhini A.

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently teaching at Pleasantville Elementary School while living in West Des Moines. I am a special education teacher for grades pre-k through sixth grade. Looking for occasional babysitting hours and to allow parents with children who have special needs an opportunity to get out without stress.

5.0

"Rhini cared for our one year old son and we absolutely loved her! She was easy to communicate with, punctual, and cleaned up before we got home. We are definitely going to hire her again!"

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Julie R.

$20/hr • 20 yrs exp

Profile

4.8

(6)

Hello, My name is Julie, I am 50 years old. I have been a nanny/ babysitter for over 30 years. I live in Ankeny & have one dog &2 cats. I have experience from infants to toddlers and all the way to high school aged kids. I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. I have a reliable 3 row vehicle. I am a non smoker &...

Julie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more

4.0

"Julie was wonderful with our children when she cared for them. She was resourceful and highly engaged with them."

Jennifer G.

Melany B.

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

My name is Melany

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Melany & I'm a student living in Ankeny! I'm currently studying elementary education at DMACC! I work at a daycare & I am a certified nurse aide! I am BLS (CPR) certified & I am a mandated reporter. I have experience with kiddos aged 12 months - teenagers! I'd describe my personality as understanding,...

Melany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"We had Melany take care of our three children for a date night. Our two girls and one boy loved her!! She went above and beyond, making dinner, playing, and doing so many activities. Our 2 year old especially loved her, and knowing that Melany is a daycare teacher...

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Riley Q.

$18-19/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

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...

Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling

Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0

"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 very comfortable leaving her with our baby."

Sarah C.

Matracea W.

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0

"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."

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Carol M.

$8-15/hr

5.0

(2)

I'm an Educational Consultant and on the side I tutor, babysit, and care for dogs as I love to stay busy.

Carol can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting

5.0

"Carol is a super nice person. She took on quite a task with our two dogs when me and my wife went on vacation. She did everything we asked, and had no problems. She also updated us with photos, and was always available to answer a text if we were checking in. We...

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Alyson C.

Nevada, IA

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience watching, teaching, and playing with kids! I worked at Sonshine daycare, nannied, and I am the oldest of 6 kids. I love to plan fun activities to do with kids such as crafts, learning activities, and story telling. I love to play games and read books!

Alyson can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Alyson is absolutely wonderful with kids! She always so willing to jump in and play with kids even when she is not babysitting for us. I have no concerns when Alyson is babysitting. My kids are always well cared for and have fun."

Taylor A.

Hunter P.

Altoona, IA

$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 23 years old, I have 13 siblings 8 of them are younger. Since I was 6 years old I've been helping my parents out with my younger siblings. I've babysat and Nannie'd for many families in my area over the years. I graduated from South Tama in 2018. I worked in Toledo for about a year before I moved. I absolutely love being...

Hunter can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Erika B.

$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp

Erika B.

5.0

(1)

Hi, my name is Erika and I live in Greenville, SC. I attend college in Ankeny, Iowa in the fall and spring. I am working on graduating with an associate's degree in Office Administration. I love working with all kinds of animals! I have taken care of all kinds of animals for friends and family . I really enjoy the individual...

Erika can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation

Karla J.

Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

At-Home Mom With Years Of Childcare Experience

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My family and I moved to the Des Moines area about 2 years ago for my husband's job. I'm a stay-at-home mom to my amazing 3-year-old son. I love to join him in imaginative play, take frequent trips to the library and playground, and offer him many creative outlets. Prior to becoming a mom, I cared for kids ranging from newborn...

Karla can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance

5.0

"Karla has been a great sitter for our family! Shes super accountable, good with communicating, and has such a gentle loving heart. Our son has a lot of fun with her! Our family is super grateful for her as our sitter!"

Eletta F.

Callison F.

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(5)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/nannying for the last 6+ years. I have experience with ages 3 months-15 years old. I have experience with special needs children/adults, and experience with tutoring/school help. Here is my Summer preferred availability... Monday-Friday 6am-6 p.m. I can work outside these hours for the most part if...

Callison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"Callison helped us out last minute and the kids really liked her!"

Patricia D.

Carol M.

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

3.0

(6)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

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...

Carol can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling

5.0

"My kids loved spending time with her !! Even cried when it was time for her to go they easily fell in love with her she will definitely make you and your kids feel comfortable with her cares. As far as getting to know her she communicated well had references on...

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Carol M.

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(4)