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60 babysitters are listed in Norwalk, IA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Norwalk, IA
Jordan N.
Norwalk, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting/nannying children of all ages for the last 13 years and was able to be a live-in nanny for a wonderful family throughout college.
I graduated from UNI in 2020 with a bachelor's degree in K-12 TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teaching and have since been teaching ELL in the Des...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jory was a live-in nanny for our family for 3 years. We absolutely loved her. She was great with our children and helpful, caring, and a responsible person. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Jamie S.
I've been a nanny for the past two summers. In the summer of 2015 I nannied two girls, one who was five and another who was two. In the summer of 2016 I nannied a 9-year-old girl and her 12-year-old brother.
Laura can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Margarita N.
Norwalk, IA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Norwalk, IA Based Babysitter! Looking To Love And Cherish Your Little One!
I have over 5 years of experience. And also have a 1-year-old boy myself! Jesus and family are the most important things in life to me.
I prefer to nanny your child in my own home (as I also care for my 1-year-old, who adores playing with other children), I have all of the child essentials and can prepare home cooked meals and...
Margarita can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I grew up around pups of all sizes and would love to take the load off your hands so you can enjoy a worry-free day away from the home. Specifically looking for something full time, but we can make something work either way. I will take care of feeding, walks, grooming, and more!
Hello, my name is Hanna but I go by Lily! I graduated from Norwalk in 2019 and I'm pursuing my education in nursing spring of 2024. I'm currently looking for a summer nannying job, and would be happy to help out in the school year too if we're compatible! I have experience with newborns all the way up to 12-year-olds. However,...
Hanna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ella S.
Norwalk, IA
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Elle!
I have over five years of experience babysitting and pet-sitting for friends and family. I love working with children, and I'm most comfortable with children of toddler ages and up, as that's what I have the most experience with.
When taking care of children, I typically take a softer approach. I'm a patient...
Ella can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Amelia, and I am a certified teacher, currently going back to school for nutrition. I absolutely love kids and have enjoyed babysitting, nannying, and teaching for over 10 years! I have taught for six years and found those times highly rewarding. With my classes online, I have a great deal of flexibility to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Emily R.
Norwalk, IA
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and creative.
I like working with kids because seeing a kid with a big smile warms my heart and they always keep you on your feet.
In my spare time, I like to make crafts and learn something new.
Ella S.
Norwalk, IA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience looking after animals in both my own home and pet-sitting, including a 3-week-old kitten. My family has six cats and one dog now, which I help look after. The pup we have is a Yorkie, but I also have experience with German Shepherds and Pitbull's! I absolutely love animals.
I have no problem with...
Ella can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Ella S.
Norwalk, IA
$13-20/hr
Whether you need assistance doing things you can't, don't have the time to do, or just don't want to do, I'm here to help with it!
Ella S.
Norwalk, IA
$17-22/hr
I'm a very tidy person naturally and actually enjoy cleaning a lot! I usually just clean my family's house and such, but I'd love to be able to make some money from it!
Ella can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Hannah F.
Des Moines, IA
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*No longer interested in housekeeping jobs*
I have used care. com for a few years now but only for babysitting. With that, I usually do small chores around the house such as cleaning and food prep so I figured I'd try housekeeping on here too!
I've been babysitting and doing housework for those families since I was 13,...
Hannah can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"Our kids all loved Hannah. She is very dependable and excellent with communication. We will definitely request her again!"
Amy M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Narda. I am 30 years old, I'm Brazilian. I live in Chelsea MA, have a car and allowed to drive in the USA.
I am very responsible, dynamic, ethical and careful. I love children and want to help with anything you need. I can cook.
I'm not a smoker and I'm not illegal in the country. I have references to analyze my...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I'm an experienced nanny with over a decade of dedicated childcare expertise. If you're in need of reliable and experienced help for overnight or weekend care, I'm here to assist. With a passion for providing a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment for children, I'm ready to support your family's needs. Feel...
Destinee can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were devastated when Destinee moved from our area! Our son absolutely loved her. She is so sweet and we are having such a hard time finding anyone else who matches her care! Highly recommend!"
Kelly S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a passion for working with children and have been in the education field for four years. In my most recent position as program manager at Right at School, I had the opportunity to work with children from a variety of age groups and backgrounds. Prior to that, I worked as an infant/toddler teacher in my hometown in Iowa,...
Adrieanah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Addy was absolutely fantastic! My daughter loved her right away. She was so punctual, laid back and was an excellent communicator. She sent me photos, and gave me updates of how they were doing. We will definitely be using her again."
Emma D.
Molly B.
West Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel safe. I am a registered nurse and have worked in the intensive care unit for many years, so I do know first aid and CPR. I love to do activities, arts/crafts, playing outside with the kids. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Molly did a great job as a companion for a family member while we were out of town. She also monitored medications. We would definitely hire her again."
Robert W.
Iqueisha B.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'am currently a lead teacher at koalaty Time Child Development Center and preschool. I'm very passionate about my job and it has allowed me to gain more experienced in the field I've always wanted to be in.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Amazing loving caring caregiver. Children love her!
Always gives her best!"
Jan C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As an eldest sister of a family of 8 kids, I have spent my entire life loving kids for being themselves. I see each child as a young man or woman in the making, and I love coming alongside families to help support them in raising their kids. With a lifetime of experience, a passion for fun learning, and a corporate world...
Hope can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Hope is a dear friend and has been like a big sister to my kids for many years. I recommend her highly; she is caring and dependable."
Misty M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Norwalk, IA
Jordan N.
5.0
Jory was a live-in nanny for our family for 3 years. We absolutely loved her. She was great with our children and helpful, caring, and a responsible person. Would highly recommend her to anyone!
- Jamie S.
Hannah F.
5.0
Our kids all loved Hannah. She is very dependable and excellent with communication. We will definitely request her again!
- Amy M.
Destinee M.
5.0
We were devastated when Destinee moved from our area! Our son absolutely loved her. She is so sweet and we are having such a hard time finding anyone else who matches her care! Highly recommend!
- Kelly S.
Maren F.
5.0
Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again
- Katie C.
Adrieanah H.
5.0
Addy was absolutely fantastic! My daughter loved her right away. She was so punctual, laid back and was an excellent communicator. She sent me photos, and gave me updates of how they were doing. We will definitely be using her again.
- Emma D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Norwalk, IA:
How can I find a Norwalk babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Norwalk, 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 11 babysitters in Norwalk, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Norwalk, IA?
The average rate for Norwalk, IA babysitters on Care.com is $15.73 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 Norwalk, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Norwalk, 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.