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Emma S.

Hi There!

Polk City, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I love taking care of kids because I grew up in a big family, with younger siblings and several younger cousins. My approach is a good balance of structure and fun. I think it's so important to follow the rules/guidelines set by the parents/guardians, but I also know how important it is for the kids to have a memorable and...
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Polk City, IA

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$19/hr
4 years experience
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
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Emma H.'s Photo

Polk City, IA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I'm a childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. I have first aid and CPR trained. I have taken some college courses for childhood development. I'm patient, calm, and...
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Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 6+ years of child care experience from Babysitting, being a Nanny and working in daycare centers. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn new things and just playing with them.

Karoline S. says "Mary is the sweetest and most attentive gal I know. She demonstrates the highest level of dedication and car when working with kids. I've watched her...

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Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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...

Sarah C. says "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...

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Taylor B.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Taylor and I would love to chat if you need childcare! I started my childcare experience at an in-home-daycare when I was 13 years old. I later worked in an after-school care program where I was responsible for a group of children (ages ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade). Before moving to Cedar Falls to...

Alex R. says "Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and...

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Experienced Nanny For Toddlers/Infants

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm looking to find a part time, very flexible nanny job. I will be starting Dental Hygiene school in August 2024, and need something that is flexible with my class schedule. I've cared for a lot of families from Care. com and would love to add your littles to my circle:)

Kaitlin G. says "Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"

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Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
13 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi everyone! I recently moved to the area to work for the Fredericksburg Nationals! I am from North Carolina, where I was a nanny for over 2 years for a family with 4 kids, ages ranging from new born to 10. Feel free to reach out with any question!

Care Member says "Katie is amazing and did so much with our girls!"

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Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I live in Ankeny and work full-time at Blank Children's Hospital as a Child Life Specialist. Looking for evening/ weekend babysitting hours. I taught elementary special education for 5 years prior to working in the hospital setting. If you're looking for occasional hours or need a date night every now and then message me.

Sarah S. says "Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave....

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Part-time Caregiver

Ankeny, IA

3.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Erin. I live in Ankeny, Iowa. I have a BA in Child Development from Rowan University. I have experience with children ranging from infancy to teenage including ones on the spectrum and other special needs. I do have my own car with a great driving record. I do not drink/smoke and am pet friendly.

Mikayla K. says "Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10...

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Fun Sitter!

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Maddie! I am currently a sophomore at DMACC working towards my nursing degree. Throughout high school I babysat for many families around my hometown. I have 5 years of experience babysitting. I have been a CNA at a nursing home in my hometown for over 4 years. I also just recently got CPR Certified. I can help with...
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Ankeny, IA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm Rachel I'm currently working at a daycare in Ankeny in the infant room. I have 7 plus years of experience with kids. I've babysat my whole life. Currently getting my nursing degree at DMACC. I have 3 younger brothers. Grew up in a small town in Iowa. I'm flexible with any hours. Can work on weekends if needed. I have my...
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Looking For A Full-Time Summer Nanny?

Ankeny, IA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a college student at Iowa state university studying to be a pediatric occupational therapist. I have a lot of experience babysitting as it was my primary job growing up (5+ years). I am the oldest of 2 younger siblings and grew up with pets so I am pet friendly! I also have a car to run errands and carpool! I nanny...
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Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Melissa I am 44 years old With over 10 years of experience in the childcare field. I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am a very responsible,...
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Fun Sitter

Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Savana! I'm currently in the nursing program at DMACC and will start my third year in the fall, with a year and a half left to go! I have 8 nieces and nephews and have been an aunt since I was 9! I've babysat all of them since they were babies. I've also babysat 3 of them full time over the last five summers, kids ranged...
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Occasional Babysitter!

Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Ella and here are some things about me! I come from a big family. I have older and younger siblings. I have had to watch my younger siblings countless of times, so I have a wide range of age experience. I have babysat children from ages 3 months-12 years old. I love playing and watching sports. Some...

Care Member says "Ella arrived a few minutes early. She gave my son her undivided attention."

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Part Time Care Giver

Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Spending every day of the summer during 8-5 with children and babysitting after school until parents get home from work. I am also babysitting children when parents need a date night or something important has come up.
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Lauren W.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I am Lauren! I am a senior in high school with 4 years of off and on experience babysitting kiddos. I adore spending time with little ones and would love to assist your family in gaining more flexibility. I am patient and calm as I understand little ones are still learning their emotions. I'm comfortable enforcing household...
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Full-Time And Part-Time Senior Caregiver

Grimes, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a mom of 3 and a caregiver with 20 years of professional experience caring for seniors, people with mental disabilities, and children of all ages.
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Morgan M.'s Photo

All About Me :)

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and responsible I want to provide babysitting needs to couples or individuals needing a night out or just a few hours to themselves :) I started working with kids when I was about 14 , when my little brother was about 6 months old. He is 5 now, and I have another little brother...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of August 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Polk City, IA

Babysitters in Polk City, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Mary N.

Mary is the sweetest and most attentive gal I know. She demonstrates the highest level of dedication and car when working with kids. I've...

- Karoline S.

Riley Q.

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...

- Sarah C.

Taylor B.

Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She...

- Alex R.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Polk City, IA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Polk City, 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 3 babysitters in Polk City, 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.

The average rate for Polk City, IA babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of July 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Polk City, IA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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