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54 college nannies are listed in Waukee, IA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby college nannies is 8 years
College nannies in Waukee, IA
Alexandrea F.
Des Moines, IA
$11-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Date Night/PRN/Part-time Babysitter/Nanny/Mothers Helper
Over 5 years of experience babysitting. Experience with ages 0-11. Comfortable with 1-4 children. I will cook meals, general pick-up after the day. I believe in healthy organized day with mental stimulation and exercise; games/reading/walks/play outside. Comfortable with any type of pets! dogs/cats/birds/reptiles you name it,...
Alexandrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Kelsey A.
West Des Moines, IA
$5-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kelsey and I am a sophomore at Illinois State University. I have much younger siblings so I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old. For a couple summers, I nannied for 4-year-old twins, and almost every other weekend. I am babysitting for up to 5 kids at a time from 3 months to 12 years old. I love kids,...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ma'any!
I started my 7 years of experience in child-care as a Preschool Assistant Teacher at Blue Nile Montessori Preschool in Sudan. Soon after that, I fell absolutely in love with child care. The expression of both love and kindness but teaching the kids about health and well-being through responsible...
Ma'any can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We enjoyed Ma'any as the Nanny of our kids. She was always dependable and responsible. I would definitely recommend her to any family with either little or even older kids. She was very engaged and committed to our kids and the priorities we set for them."
Anita D.
Courtney E.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I'm a middle 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....
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Courtney was great. She played well with the kids and had a great personality! Definitely will reach out to again "
Terry M.
Taylor B.
Ankeny, IA
$26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Taylor and I just recently moved to Ankeny!
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, I worked as a...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"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 beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our...
Alex R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hailey and I'm 28 years old currently a SAHM with 2 young boys. I have years of experience with children! I cared for my aunts 3 young boys for several years and have had two full time nanny jobs. I also did volunteer work at a Resource Center in downtown Des Moines that I have been passionate about I have experience...
Hailey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is very friendly and likable. "
Laura D.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CNA
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."
Ashraf Q.
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, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Callison did an amazing job with my 5 year old. She did a great job of comforting my child and helping her with her school work. She is very reputable and definitely someone who will be hired again!"
Braden F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth, I'm two weeks away from being a graduate from University with and Bachelors of Science in Education. My family dubbed me as the "baby whisperer." I have been babysitting for 9 years, worked as a theatre camp counselor for 3 years and have spent over 800 hours in a classroom through practicum and student...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is extremely kind and patient. She works wonderfully with children and I cannot recommend her enough."
Andrew H.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have been watching kids since I was 14 years old I try and make sure that they have a fun time during the duration of my stay and finish any other tasks that they have to do. I'm a life guard and swim instructor so water is not a problem for me....
Grace can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace is always on time, and is very responsive. She’s great at being patient with our kids, and engaging with them. Our kids (ages 8 and 10) feel very comfortable with her and look forward to when she’s coming to babysit. "
Care member
I'm almost 25 years old. I am very experienced with children of all ages. I previously worked as a Para-educator at an elementary school, working 1 on 1 with special needs kiddos. I was a para for 3 years. I also worked with minor age clients who have special needs in the home as well as the community, and have about 2 years of...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hello. My name is Jennifer. I am currently seeking a nanny position that is part time-up to 35-40 hours. I am taking classes online to complete my BA in either Education or Human Services. I'm married (15 years) have two daughters (ages 8 & 13) and two grown step children. I have been a nanny for most of my adult life. When not...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaylee F.
Ankeny, IA
$17-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am a current student at Drake University studying Elementary Education and Special Education. I live in Des Moines during the school year and in Ankeny in the summer. I have lots of experience working as a nanny, tutor, SCL provider, nursery worker, and a special education associate.
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Katelyn and I would love to be your nanny or babysitter. I grew up in a large family of seven kids. I am the second oldest and have taken care of my two youngest siblings since they were born and they are now 6 and 7. I have work in multiple child care settings including being a full time in-home nanny.
Katelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlyn is very reliable, kind, and wanting to help. She has went above and beyond to help with the kiddos "
Care member
Jessica P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Jess P and I am currently finishing up my degree in Human Services. I moved to the Ankeny area a couple of months ago. I have a lot of experience with all ages of children by nannying and babysitting for many families for the past 5 years! I was a 2-3-year-old teacher for two years in Iowa city and moved here!...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi ! I am a very outgoing and energetic gal who is looking to be a nanny. I intend to provide your children with the proper care of a safe and loving environment. I am a very creative person who enjoys doing activities that will encourage your children to learn , grow , and have fun.
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Sophia J.
Des Moines, IA
$12-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked with children formally for 2 years, between coaching extracurriculars, babysitting, and other jobs. Last summer I worked at a wading pool that hosted many camps and youth groups. I'm open to help with any summer tutoring, housework, and cooking that is necessary.
Sophia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am finishing my Master's Degree in Special Education and will graduate in May of 2020. I start teaching full-time in August and am looking for a nanny job for the summer until I start teaching full-time. I have experience working with a wide range of ages, from elementary school to high-school level. I also have experience...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Ella P.
Des Moines, IA
$15-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a 20-year-old college student studying Information Systems at Drake University. I have been a nanny for children for over 6 years and a full time nanny for 2 summers. I absolutely love to engage with kids and see their personalities blossom. One fun thing about me is that I love being outdoors and enjoy hiking!
Ella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent college nanny reviews from local parents in Waukee, IA
Ma'any A.
5.0
We enjoyed Ma'any as the Nanny of our kids. She was always dependable and responsible. I would definitely recommend her to any family with either little or even older kids. She was very engaged and committed to our kids and the priorities we set for them.
- Anita D.
Courtney E.
5.0
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 punctual, kind, trustworthy, attentive and great with children and has eased my anxiety in hiring a new caregiver. I highly highly recommend her!
- Nikole T.
Taylor B.
5.0
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 beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our nanny forever! I really couldn't...
- Alex R.
Hailey J.
5.0
Hailey is very friendly and likable.
- Laura D.
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in Waukee, IA
How much do college nannies charge near me in Waukee, IA?
How much college nannies charge near you in Waukee, IA can vary based on each nanny, as all nannies on Care.com charge their own unique rate. That being said, the average hourly rate for college nannies on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $17.50.
How can I find a college nanny near me in Waukee, IA?
To find college nannies near you in Waukee, IA, you can use Care.com to review different nanny profiles. That way, you can quickly and easily learn more about the experience levels of available nannies in your area and what they charge.
What steps can I take to safely hire a college nanny near me in Waukee, IA?
There are currently 4 college nannies near you in Waukee, IA on Care.com. We request all college nannies on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles with a badge on them, all college nannies who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. We do strongly recommend you conduct your own private background check, request references, and interview candidates to hire a college nanny safely.
What types of services do college nannies near me in Waukee, IA offer?
Many college nannies on Care.com list the services they offer on their profiles, but you can also interview different candidates to get an idea of what services they feel comfortable taking on. When looking for a college nanny near you in Waukee, IA, you should sit down and write a list of everything you want the college nanny to help with before you interview them so you know what questions to ask them to get on the same page. For example, you may need help with transportation to after school activities or may need assistance with light house work.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for a college nanny near me in Waukee, IA?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in Waukee, IA, alongside asking about services they offer in the interview, you will also want to ask them about their work experience, how they prefer to interact with children, and how they’ll handle difficult situations like disciplining a child.