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29 hourly child care are listed in West Des Moines, IA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby hourly child care is 7 years
Hourly child care in West Des Moines, IA
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
My name is Sarah and I am currently a 5th grade teacher in the Des Moines area. I am finishing up my second year of teaching and will continue teaching 5th grade next school year. I have always loved working with kids and have experience with all ages from 6 months to 14 years old. I have nannied almost every summer since I was...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!"
Hannah B.
I have over 25 years of experience. I currently work a full-time job as a teacher associate in the Early Education Department at a school in Urbandale, so I have multiple training certifications that I can provide for you if needed. I could be available part-time during the week depending on the hours needed, or I can be...
Theresa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Jackie B.
West Des Moines, IA
$23-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jackie! I am currently working toward my masters degree in occupational therapy and am hoping to eventually work in pediatrics once graduated! I have been working in childcare for the past 11 years and have gained all kinds of experiences. Working at a daycare for 5 years, I learned how to balance caring for multiple...
Jackie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
(As of 12/11/23) Hello!
I am a Senior at Iowa State University studying Elementary Education and have a lot of experience working with children PreK-5 from working through Urbandale Schools for the last 5 years.
My last day of the semester is this Friday. I am looking for consistent hours M-F to make some money during winter...
Dina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Devon M.
West Des Moines, IA
$20-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Devon! I have past experience nannying, while also 3+ years of working at a daycare. I have my own small human, he is 17 months old.
I currently work full time at the daycare, but I am looking around for someone needing after school care for 1 or possibly 2 children.
Some things about me: I am 24 years old, CPR...
Devon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello!
I've been a special education teacher for many years and would love to pick up some extra summer hours working with fabulous children and families. I would love to play games, go to the park, swim, read, and tap into the interests of your child(ren) .
I can also help with summer tutoring to help make sure that your...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
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:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I started working at Respite Connection in 2018 and 2019. I worked with five different kids throughout Respite who all had different special needs. I grew a lot as a person and caregiver for people with special needs and loved seeing the children grow in their skills. In the Fall of 2019 I started working at Generation Next with...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Sophie T.
Urbandale, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sophie and I'm a freshman at the University of Iowa, but I am home for the semester. I very responsible, caring, and fun. Over the past few years, I've baby sat for family friends and mutual aquanences. I am also CPR certified. I'm looking or part time or occasional job, and I am pretty flexible with hours. I look...
Sophie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience plus more because I have 4 younger siblings that I've always babysat and taken care of them. I can help with Travel. I'm 100% okay with helping clean, prepare meals, do laundry, anything needed I can do, as I know being an adult is quite busy and sometimes keeping up with everything is some times...
Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Elise H.
Johnston, IA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've nannied and babysat for the past 2-3 years. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm looking for a family who wants a fun nanny for the summer. I love being outdoors especially the pool. I was a competitive swimmer so I'm very comfortable with water. I would like to work 30-40 hours a week and my...
Elise can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jonnie N.
Urbandale, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've been baby-sitting since I was 11 years old. I love kids, and since I don't have any of my own, it gives me a chance to interact with their playful, curious minds. My favorite kids to baby-sit are my twin 6-year-old nephews but they live two hours from me, so I don't get the opportunity often enough!
Jonnie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
- driving for 4 years
- have a car
- non smoker
- CPR certified
- experience teaching elementary school kids dance
- working in the nursery at local church
- house keeping, love pets, meal prep, any odd jobs needed
- flexible hours, available all summer
I'd describe my personality as eccentric, generous and, witty
I...
Genevieve can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jennie N.
Johnston, IA
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jennie! I graduated from the University of Iowa in 2021. I have been a nanny since 2017 for multiple families; ranging from full time to part time and in home care to drop off/pick up. I am comfortable with all ages and pets. I have my own car and am vaccinated. I do currently have a full time wfh job (somewhat...
Jennie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Rhini A.
Ankeny, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
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.
Rhini can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"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. She knows how to engage and have fun with our 5 year old. She's patient and loving and kind. Rhini felt like...
Sarah S.
Anna P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"
Truman J.
Adrianna S.
Altoona, IA
$12-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello!! I am a fur mama with love for both humans and animals. My husband and I have many nieces, nephews, godchildren, and hopefully one day will have our own. I have experience with all ages from newborn to teens. I have been CPR and first aid certified. I am comfortable with coming into your home or being a drop off (very pet...
Adrianna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She’s great with kids and they always come home happy. "
Care member
Ashley S.
Granger, IA
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ashley! I have 7 years+ experience working with children. I have been a swim lesson instructor, a lead Pre-kindergarten teacher, worked in day care, nannied and have worked as a Special Education Paraprofessional at an elementary school in the Dallas Center - Grimes Community School District for the past 4 years....
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Delanie S.
Indianola, IA
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Delanie and I am 18 years old. I graduated in May of 2023 and I am currently attending DMACC and plan to transfer to Grand View University to complete my BA in Elementary Education.
I have been working with kids for A LONG time. I have many little siblings of my own. I have plenty of experience with all ages of...
Delanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for hourly child care in West Des Moines, IA
Molly B.
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.
Sarah B.
5.0
she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!
- Hannah B.
Rhini A.
5.0
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. She knows how to engage and have fun with our 5 year old. She's patient and loving and kind. Rhini felt like part of our family the moment we met...
- Sarah S.
Anna P.
5.0
Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!
- Truman J.
Adrianna S.
5.0
She’s great with kids and they always come home happy.
- Care member
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How much does hourly child care cost near me in West Des Moines, IA?
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