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Maleah D.

Van Meter, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
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Hello my name is Maleah . I am currently looking for a full time nanny position. I am CPR Certified and First Aid Certified. I have experience working in a daycare(infants-10yrs) I also have preschool experience and was a nanny last year to a wonderful kindergartener! Thanks have a good day!
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Taylor D.

Van Meter, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Taylor- a 24-year-old nursing student who's been nannying and babysitting for over 8 years! I've worked for individual families and daycare centers watching children from 6 weeks old up to 15 years old, including those with disabilities. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, completed the Red Cross babysitting program,...

Cecilia R. says "Pleasant, on time and always dependable. We've hired Taylor to take care of our twins and they ABSOLUTELY love her. They always have fun and get exited...

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Abigail B.

Cumming, IA

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
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Hello! My name is Abigail and I am currently a Labor & Delivery nurse in Des Moines. I have always loved working with people, especially children and animals. I am energetic and love to have fun. I enjoy being outdoors, trying new things and socializing. Im currently looking for some part time hours on my days off as well as...
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Rachel C.

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...

Joe W. says "Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple...

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Amber M.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...

Care Member says "Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!"

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Makayla W.

Waukee, IA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hey! My names Makayla, I am 20 years old and I am looking to help some families this summer with babysitting for date nights and other things! I have 4-5 years of babysitting experience, I am a former daycare teacher and I am CPR/AED certified and trained on emergency response to injury and illness through Red Cross. I am...

Andrew E. says "Makayla has babysat for us multiple times and has done great! Our kids are very excited to play with her when she comes over. Highly recommend!"

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Katherine K.

Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
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...
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Samantha L.

Part Time Summer Position

Grimes, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been a teacher for the last four years teaching kindergarten. I have been working with children for over 10 years working at daycares, summer nannying for multiple years. I am currently looking for a summer nanny position for the summer.

Courtney C. says "Samantha wasn't only our babysitter but our nanny for the summer also. It was great knowing we were always leaving our kids in good hands & never...

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Bethany S.

Part-Time Babysitter

Norwalk, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
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I am a first grade teacher in Des Moines. This is my second year teaching and I am loving every minute of it!! I attended Grand View University and graduated with a degree it Elementary Education with a reading endorsement. Before teaching, I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, daycare provider, camp counselor, and respite care...

Susan B. says "Bethany is wonderful! She is very reliable and always arrives on time or early. Bethany is great with our kids and she has a very positive disposition."

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Emily B.

Babysitter With Over 10 Years Experience Available For Weeknights, Weekends, And Holidays

Des Moines, IA

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 35 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I love children! I have worked with children in many capacities for more than 15 years. I come from a big family and have always had babies and young children around. I initially started babysitting for many families. When I got older I studied Child Development, Speech and Language Development and Education for my college...

Kristle D. says "I am excited to share my heartfelt appreciation for EMILY, who has become an invaluable part of our family's journey with our two non-verbal autistic...

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Inna D.

Hello I Am 18 Years Old, And Am Searching For A Full Time, Part Time, Date Nights

Waukee, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, my name is Innessa and I'm 19 yrs of age. As an experienced nanny, I understand the importance of providing high-quality childcare that supports both the emotional and developmental needs of children. My background includes several years of working with families, during which I have honed my ability to create a safe,...

Maria M. says "We feel incredibly fortunate to have Innessa care for our girls (2 and 4 year old). She engaged in creative play and always ensured their safety and...

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Tinovimbanashe C.

Safety First, Then Let's Enjoy The Day!

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I have been taking care of my friend's children and the oldest is 11 and the youngest is 1. I also enjoy riding bicycles with kids.

Shannon C. says "Tino was amazing. She had a connection with our kids, but was still great at directing and keeping them on task. She was always on time, was better/ more...

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Courtney E.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
I'm a high school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience. I've...

Nikole T. says "Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is...

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Erika R.

Part-Time Babysitter

Urbandale, IA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Erika! I have about 8 years experience in the child care field. I have worked primarily with infants and toddlers ages 6 weeks to 18 months, but I have also spent quite a bit of time in older classrooms as well. I've worked in a couple of centers in the Des Moines area and have learned so much but have now switched...
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Grace H.

Outgoing And Nurturing Date Night Sitter!

Adel, IA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
Hi everyone! I'm a 22-year-old nursing student at Grand View University and I'm searching for a night nanny position during the upcoming school year. I've been a full-time summer nanny to four young children for 4 years. I have been a nanny for over 6 years and have extensive experience with newborn/infant overnight care,...

Jacob G. says "Grace was a great babysitter for our 6-month old. At the time, he hadn't been away from us besides with family, and we really needed someone to watch him...

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Megan L.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
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Hello! My name is Megan. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services from Iowa State University. I work full-time at a Preschool as a Head Start Associate in Des Moines. You can find me outside going for a run or just enjoying nature. I have 2 sisters. I have a ton of experience working with children of all...

Lisa H. says "Megan was fantastic with our 2 year old Boston Terrier while we were away on vacation! We highly recommend her!"

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Holly S.

Experienced Babysitter With Over 5 Years Of Experience.

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have babysat kids from ages 0-12 years of age. I fed them meals, played games, changed diapers and went on walks when it is nice outside.
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Hannah F.

Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
**currently only available for occasional/ date night sitting, as I am full time student/intern** - because of only being available for occasional care I take only cash, check, or Venmo- Hello! I have been babysitting for neighbors and family friends for about 10 years. I also have 4 years of experience working with children...
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Brenna H.

Waukee, IA

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$12/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I WILL BE UNAVAILABLE TO NANNY OR BABYSIT UNTIL FEBRUARY 2026 DUE TO A SHOULDER SURGERY!! Hi! My name is Brenna, and I'm 24 years old. My hobbies include reading books, cooking, and spending time with my husband and our dogs! I have over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages from 1 month to 12 years old. I've...
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Sharaden B.

Des Moines, IA

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$14/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, goofy, and creative. I like working with kids because they have such wonder for the world, are full of curiosity, and it'd amazing to watch them grow. I'm looking for some occasional hours to fill my spare time. I miss the enjoyment of babysitting and spending one on one time with kids....
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Van Meter, IA

Babysitters in Van Meter, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Taylor D.

Pleasant, on time and always dependable. We've hired Taylor to take care of our twins and they ABSOLUTELY love her. They always have fun and...

- Cecilia R.

Rachel C.

Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend...

- Joe W.

Amber M.

Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Van Meter, IA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Van Meter, 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 Van Meter, 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.

The average rate for Van Meter, IA babysitters on Care.com is $19.00 per hour as of November 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 Van Meter, 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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