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hello, my name is Keisha I'm a mom of 4 and married to my husband. we have two cats and two dogs! my work background includes my full-time job at nationwide for almost 4 years. my past experience I have childcare as well as caregiving experience! I look forward to assisting with your needs you may have and look forward to...
Keisha can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
hello, my name is Keisha I'm a mom of 4 and married to my husband. we have two cats and two dogs! my work background includes my full-time job at nationwide for almost 4 years. my past experience I have childcare as well as caregiving experience! I look forward to assisting with your needs you may have and look forward to...
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I not only home schooled my six children through high school, I have tutored other students for five years at a wonderful company in Des Moines, IA. I also tutored in Houston, TX, as well as proctored LSAT exams.
While homeschooling gave me experience teaching multiple children with different grade levels, intelligence levels,...
4.0
"Bonnie has a big heart and a caring spirit. She is also fair and believes in accountability in both herself and others."
Joanne J.
Jodie M.
Bondurant, IA
$13-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-time Bilingual English/French Nanny/babysitter Available
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jodie. I am a mature, responsible, and reliable professional child care provider. I have been a nanny for the last 10 years. Before being a nanny, I worked at a French bilingual daycare for three years. I worked with infants, toddlers, and per-preschoolers. I have been a nanny for several families, mostly for...
Jodie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I would recommend Jodie. She is flexible, punctual, and did really well with my 2 year old son!"
Halle R.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sarah F.
Altoona, IA
$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Sarah . I was an early education teacher for 8 years at a childcare center . I have my child development associates degree and am half way through my associates degree. I am CPR and first aid certified . As well as a mandatory child abuse reporter . I love kids and thought maybe nannying would be a welcome change...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Vanesa V.
Altoona, IA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking To Babysit Or Help You And Your Family Out From Time To Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Vanesa. I have a range of experience with infants and children of all ages. I am a mother myself to an amazing 7-year-old. I am very detail oriented, clean, responsible and punctual. I am honest, trustworthy, reliable and I hold a very high level of integrity. I love helping people and I love caring for babies and...
Vanesa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
5.0
(1)
PLEASE DISREGARD THIS PROFILE. I TRIED TO REMOVE IT BUT FOR SOME REASON, AM UNABLE TO DO SO. I AM NO LONGER OFFERING SENIOR SERVICES!
I became a Certified Nursing Aid at 16 then an EMT at 18. I worked my way through college as both a nursing aide and an EMT progressing to a Paramedic. I worked in home health care, and human...
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I have known Bonnie for 15 years. She is responsible, honest, has great people skills and well as great communication skills. She is loving and gives 100% of herself to help others. She has a great sense of humor and creates a fun environment to be around. Anyone...
Sheila W.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Callison helped us out last minute and the kids really liked her!"
Patricia D.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"She was great. My children enjoyed there time with Karla. Would very much have her in our home again. She was very flexible to our needs and was on time. She had great communication. "
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Kayla B.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$14-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Kayla. I Am A Genuine, Patient And Hard-working!
Hello! My name is Kayla. I am currently studying Elementary Education all online at the University of Northern Iowa. I have working with children (ages ranging 3mo to 14yr) for a little over the past 6 years! Whether it be nannying, babysitting, working at a daycare, I've pretty much done it all! I would describe myself as...
Hunter P.
Altoona, IA
$8-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi I'm Hunter, I'm 22 years old and I'm looking for a part time position. I've dog sat for my brother many times. I grew up with multiple dogs, rabbits, fish, parakeets, cockatoos, farm animals, some exotic animals, and I'm okay working with cats as long as I am told they will be present so I can take something for my allergy. I...
Hunter can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Jen H.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Educated Nurse Practitioner With My Doctorate To Care For Your Family Member Or Watch Children.
I have been a family nurse practitioner since 2003 and have worked with all spectrum of populations. Was a practitioner at Blank for a long time.
I'd describe my personality as passionate, wise & detailed.
I like working with kids because I love caring for others & helping shape & and enriching the future generation! There's also never a dull moment when you're with a young mind!
I started working with kids when I began babysitting at 14 years old. I've since babysat,...
Kymille B.
Des Moines, IA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for one-time or reoccurring jobs. I've nannied for about 6 years total on and off and have been babysitting since I was 14. My longest employment by a family was about 2 years taking care of 2 children ages 1-2 and 2-3. Entertaining children and keeping them on schedule are definitely strong points for me. I...
Kymille can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have many years of babysitting and worked in a daycare. I am high energy and love to be positive! I have worked and am willing to work with all ages and do additional tasks as needed.looking forward to meet your family
Lacey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gillian S.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Gillian and I would love to take care of your kids. I will be starting nursing school in the fall in Des Moines and am looking for a family that can be flexible with my school schedule as well as me being flexible with there's. I have babysat for kids aging from newborn to 16 years of age and I try to meet the kid...
Gillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Jen H.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$21-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Able to watch and play with your dogs in the comfort of your own home that allows the pets continuity of care while you are away.
Jen can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
I provide animal care/sitting in the comfort of your home. I'm an experienced animal lover, from indoor animals, such as dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, ferrets and guinea pigs to outdoor animals such as horses, cows, rabbits, chickens, etc.
Alberta can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
My Degree is in Music Education with a focus in Voice. I lived in Nashville writing and singing for 5 years and recently moved back to the Des Moines area. I have been performing since the age of 5. I love to Music and I love to help others learn.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mitchellville, IA
Bonnie F.
5.0
It is difficult to find a gifted instructor, whom you can trust to help multiple kids at different grade and ability levels, to show a remarkable improvement in your children's academic development. Yet, I found that person with Bonnie. She pushed my children's learning using personalized lesson...
- Arechia G.
Jodie M.
5.0
Jodie was great with my two kids and the kids really enjoyed her. Would hire again!
- Lindsay H.
Bonnie F.
5.0
I have known Bonnie for 15 years. She is responsible, honest, has great people skills and well as great communication skills. She is loving and gives 100% of herself to help others. She has a great sense of humor and creates a fun environment to be around. Anyone would be blessed to have her as a...
- Sheila W.
Callison F.
5.0
Provided care very last minute when another babysitter canceled. Great communication and provides great care.
- Kristen E.
Karla J.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mitchellville, IA:
How can I find a Mitchellville babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Mitchellville, IA?
The average rate for Mitchellville, IA babysitters on Care.com is $16.00 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 Mitchellville, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mitchellville, 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.