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34 college nannies are listed in West Des Moines, IA
The average rate is $14/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby college nannies is 6 years
College nannies in West Des Moines, IA
1.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a love for kids! I currently work for Waukee Community School District as a special education associate. Prior to that I was a preschool/infant room instructor for their Wee Warriors childcare program. Before working for Waukee Schools, I have worked at several other childcare centers. Have several families that I have...
Peighton can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
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, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CNA
5.0
"We cannot wait to have her sit again! We appreciated that she took the time and initiative to do some educational and fun activities with sidewalk chalk with our older toddler. Good communication. Macy is awesome!"
Sarah C.
Emma W.
Bondurant, IA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma, I am from Bondurant, but am a student at Northwest Missouri State University and am majoring in Elementary Education! I am fun loving and outgoing, I am very responsible and dependable as well, I have been a long-term babysitter for all different kinds of families. I love kids and I would love to help a...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
I absolutely love children! I've nannied for 5 or 6 summers and been babysitting since I was old enough to have responsibility! I have a car and would totally be comfortable driving kids around! I also cleaned houses professionally last summer so I can help around the house!
Alayna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Grace W.
Ankeny, IA
$18-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Grace , and I am originally from Ankeny, Iowa. I graduated in 2022 from Ankeny High School and am currently attending the University of Iowa to major in business management with an Event Planning certificate. I'm in a fantastic sorority named Alpha Phi. I currently live in Iowa City and will be counting to live in...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
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
Jenna M.
Ankeny, IA
$18-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Looking for a family to nanny for full-time over the summer (June - August). I am 22 years old, currently attending Grand View University for psychology and working at an elementary school as an associate. Certifications include CPR and CNA, and I have my own car. Pet-friendly!!
I enjoy spending time outside, staying active,...
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Sophia P.
Ankeny, IA
$12-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sophia, I am 19, and I am currently a student at Iowa State. I am looking for a summer job in the Ankeny area, but would be comfortable driving to other areas of the DSM metro. I have experience with children through babysitting and teaching swim lessons, as well as through lifeguarding. I have a very flexible...
Sophia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jordyn E.
Ankeny, IA
$18-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a college student with a flexible schedule. I love working with kids, and have been babysitting since I was 10. I have four years of experience working in a daycare setting. I've worked with kids of all ages and have lots of experience with infants. I have also worked at a school as a one on one with children that...
Jordyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hannah W.
Ankeny, IA
$12/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Hannah! I just finished my second year of college and am looking for some babysitting gig's while I am home from school. I have been working at a daycare for over 3 years now and I absolutely love it! Before that I also worked as a summer nanny and babysat. I am CPR and first aid certified done through a course with my...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jori W.
Ankeny, IA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jori and I am currently a sophomore at the University of Iowa. I'm back home for the summer and would love to find a wonderful family to work for. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 14 and absolutely adore kids. I love to be creative and come up with new adventures and activities for the kids to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in West Des Moines, IA
How much do college nannies charge near me in West Des Moines, IA?
How much college nannies charge near you in West Des Moines, 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 June, 2024 is $14.75.
How can I find a college nanny near me in West Des Moines, IA?
To find college nannies near you in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, IA?
There are currently 8 college nannies near you in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, IA?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in West Des Moines, 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.