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Connie M.

Previous Daycare Owner Of 16 Years

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
References upon request. Stopped doing daycare in home after husband passed and new house. Many, many years of experience.

Bradley R. says "She is extremely organized and has a huge heart."

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Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Taylor and I would love to chat if you need childcare! 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 to...

Alex R. says "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...

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Exceptional, Nurturing, Quality Caregiver

Ankeny, IA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For over 20 years I've enjoyed working with newborn to school age children in group childcare settings as teacher and administrator. I now enjoy the personalized quality care I can tailor to the needs of the children and families in the comfort of their own home. I'm currently available for full time summer care. I'm fully...
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Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Carlie. I graduated from the University of Iowa in December with my bachelors in Psychology. I am home for the summer before I head to Texas to pursue my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have lots of experience working with children of all ages. I spent two years of my undergraduate career...
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Fun Sitter!

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Maddie! I am currently a sophomore at DMACC working towards my nursing degree. Throughout high school I babysat for many families around my hometown. I have 5 years of experience babysitting. I have been a CNA at a nursing home in my hometown for over 4 years. I also just recently got CPR Certified. I can help with...
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Part Time Care Giver

Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Spending every day of the summer during 8-5 with children and babysitting after school until parents get home from work. I am also babysitting children when parents need a date night or something important has come up.
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Ankeny, IA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi y'all!! I'm currently about to finish my freshman year at University of South Alabama and majoring in Radiology. I'll be home all summer and looking for a nannying job! I have worked at an after school daycare for 2+ years and babysat many times. I'm CPR and first aid certified and I have a reliable car. Please reach out if...
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Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Caitlyn. I am 24 years old. I am a Pediatric Registered Nurse, so I have experience and I am comfortable caring for babies and children of all ages! I am CPR certified in both children and adults. I have my own transportation and I am okay with pets in the home. I work my regular nursing job Monday-Friday 9am-5...
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Experienced And Professional, But Fun And Caring!

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience working in a preschool with infants and ages up to 6 years old. I've been a nanny for 1 private family for almost 3 years now, caring for a now 2 1/2-year-old (and have been with them since they were a newborn) and 2 pre-teens. I am comfortable with all animals! I love fun, being outdoors, engaging...
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Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
As a childcare provider with six years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's development in a safe and nurturing environment. My previous babysitting roles ignited a desire within me to make a positive impact on children's lives, and I enjoy supporting families by providing a reliable childcare...
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Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Carly Hello!! I have 2 years of experience of being a nanny and watching kiddos. I can help with errands, watching the kids at home and homework assistance! I have a car as well for any activities out of the house for the kids. I have always loved being around kids and find it super easy to entertain them.
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Responsible Part Time Summer Babysitter

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...
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Ankeny, IA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I grew up with a mother who does in-home daycare so I have been around kids my whole life and I enjoy helping her out as well. I have about 5 years of experience with nannying and babysitting during the summer. I come from a big family with lots of little cousins and even have a little brother so I have had lots of experience...
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Ashley S.

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Ashley and I have been working with children for seven years. I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I have worked with children in many settings such as in-home daycare, a lead teacher position at a daycare center, nannying, and many hours of in-school...
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Hi, I'm Kealey!

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Kealey! I have a bachelors degree in child adult and family services from Iowa state university. I've also done service learning, internships and have worked in therapy centers, special ed classrooms, and in daycare. I've worked as a professional nanny for almost 10 years. I have nannied for children ages birth-12 years...
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Fun Sitter

Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Savana! I'm currently in the nursing program at DMACC and will start my third year in the fall, with a year and a half left to go! I have 8 nieces and nephews and have been an aunt since I was 9! I've babysat all of them since they were babies. I've also babysat 3 of them full time over the last five summers, kids ranged...
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Experienced, Responsible, College Student!

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I grew up on farm in NW Iowa, and am currently looking to relocate to Arizona! I have many years of experience with many ages of children and different families. I am a kind, reliable sitter who will take initiative to tidy up your home. I would love to help you out with any child care needs you may need!!(:
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Ankeny, IA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My experience in childcare includes five years of paid experience at my local daycare caring for many age ranges. I have also been my neighborhood babysitter and have four younger siblings who I cared for growing up on weekends and vacations. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in child development. My...
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Babysitting

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, organized, and big hearted I like working with kids because I'm going to school to be an elementary education teacher. I love watching kids grow, and I love being around them! I'm looking for a job that has a well organized house, good commutation skills, and flexible. I started working...
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Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I'm an individual who is patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children ages 0 to 11. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children at a time and have experience with a...
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  • 20 in home child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.65/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home child care is 5.0

FAQs for finding in-home child care in Ankeny, IA

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What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of June, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $16.65 for in-home child care providers near you in Ankeny, IA.

You can compare 20 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.

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