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Shelbi T.
Iowa City, IA
$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Shelbi. I'm Very Outgoing And Love Meeting New People.
I started working with kids when I was about 14, when I began babysitting. So about 7 years ago!
In my spare time, I am a nursing student and I do currently work at Mercy Medical Center.
One thing you should know about me is I spent a year working in a group home with foster children. I have experience with all ages and most...
Chloe S.
Iowa City, IA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bubbly. My whole life i've had a very happy personality, always trying to make others laugh and have fun.
I started working with kids when I was 14. I was a nanny everyday for a 10-month-old during the summer. I loved the connection I built with the child and enjoyed spending my time with him....
Maisy P.
Iowa City, IA
$13-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! I love kids and have worked as a swim instructor for young and even older kids! I have three younger siblings who I have been babysitting since I was allowed to stay home alone. I also have about 6 years experience babysitting for family friends, neighbors and others. I recently started working in childcare in October...
Maisy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello there! I'm Riley and I'm excited to share why I'm here to support your family.
With a passion for writing and creativity, I believe in inspiring young minds to embrace curiosity. As I worked toward earning a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Iowa, I honed my childcare skills, primarily...
Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emma S.
Iowa City, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a first-year graduate student at the University of Minnesota - Duluth getting my Master's in social work. I have 11 years of experience as a babysitter/nanny. I have nannied for families with multiple children of various age ranges. I was also the head swim coach for the K-2nd graders at Our Lady's Christian School. Most...
Emma can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Katlyn K.
Iowa City, IA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Katlyn! I am currently in my Junior year at the University of Iowa. I am studying Elementary Education. I love watching and helping kiddos learn and grow! I started babysitting at the age of 14 and have babysat in daycares and in home for families with kiddos of all ages! Through the daycares I became CPR certified...
Katlyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Rebecca B.
Iowa City, IA
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a 24-year-old University of Iowa graduate who is continuing my education at Iowa for my Masters of Science in Child-Life, so basically, I specialize in kids! I started working with kids at 12 as a mom's helper for 2 twin boys and have progressed and furthered my experience through babysitting, nannying, and travel nannying...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sidney M.
Iowa City, IA
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting kids in my small town ever since middle school all the way through High school! I've been on 4 mission trips and a lot of the time I'd be working the kids through day camps, which I loved so dearly! I did a lot of a nannying in the summer then I ended up taking a break from it last summer and became a...
Sidney can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kylie and your page has sparked my interest! Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I am a college student at University of Iowa studying Biology on a pre-med track. I am also a combat medic in the Iowa Army National Guard. Qualifications that I do have include EMT certified, CNA certified, Lifeguard...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
I stumbled upon a job at a group home for adults with special needs while I was in college, and I was shocked at how meaningful the work was. I still visit those people when I have free time, as they live near some of my family. I have worked with kids and adults, with a variety disabilities, in a variety of environments.
I...
Christopher can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Christopher was one of the best PCA's for our 17 year old with autism. He is so kind, professional, laid back but really detailed in the care and attention he gave to our son. I felt totally confident our son was in great hands. Christopher was always on time,...
Dani R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 55-year-old mom with an 16-
year-old son. I enjoy working with children and am comfortable taking care of children of all ages preferably at my home. I was a kindergarten school teacher for 11 years and worked for nine years at a daycare center. I love spending time with kids outdoors, going on walks, playing, swimming,...
Rosy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Rosy as a part time nanny to help with transportation of our toddler to and from her daycare. She also watched our little one when we run errands or on weekends. My daughter adores her and she is now like family to us. Always dependable!!"
Spoorthi J.
Akyrah W.
Coralville, IA
$20-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Akyrah, and I have roughly 10 years of childcare/babysitting experience. The past four years I've worked as a nursing assistant in senior care facilities and in home healthcare. With this experience of being a nursing assistant, its really pushed me to pursue a career of nursing in college.
Akyrah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a fifth grade teacher at a small school district looking to do help out this summer rather than stay home all day! I have always loved working with kids, as I used to be a coach, counselor, and babysitter for many years. I find that I always get along great with kids and have good rapport with them
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Iowa City, IA in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $15.56. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Iowa City, IA help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 9 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Iowa City, IA?
You can now find babysitters online in Iowa City, IA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 9 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.