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Grace H.

Outgoing And Nurturing Date Night Sitter!

Adel, IA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
I am a 21-year-old nursing student currently studying at Grandview University! So I am CPR certified. I'm from Adel and transferred this semester from the University of Iowa. Last Jan-August I was a full-time nanny to 3 kids 5 and under. So I have tons of experience with the young age group. I most recently have extensive...

Jacob G. says "Grace was a great babysitter for our 6-month old. At the time, he hadn't been away from us besides with family, and we really needed someone to watch him...

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Alexis H.

Hello, My Name Is Alexis H! I Am 19 Years Old And Currently Live In Adel Iowa!

Adel, IA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I am looking for jobs that will want me to come back and build connections with the children I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring, social I like working with kids because they show how much one person can make a big impact I'm looking for a job that will help me grow in my childcare development I started working...
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Norah L.

About Me

Adel, IA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
I'm looking for a job that helps me save for college and allows me to be flexible so I can still run my nonprofit and compete in pageants. I started working with kids when I was eight. I would babysit for the neighborhood kids, and have been babysitting for families ever since. In my spare time, I like to play games outside,...
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Francesca E.

Linden, IA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Francesca. I moved to Florida in January of 2017 and started working as a full time nanny. I loved it, but I ended up moving back home to Iowa in 2022. Prior to Florida, I worked as a full time pharmacy technician and would babysit often. I kept my pharmacy license and still help out in the pharmacy today. I...

Tricia C. says "Frankie is amazing with kids! She engages them- and gets down on their level to stimulate their imagination and their need to be active. She's responsible...

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Zhanna T.

Skills Of A Mom

Minburn, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hey, my name is Zhanna. But I go by my middle name Valerie. I'd describe my personality as bubby, loving , kind, compassionate, caring. I like working with kids because I have a daughter of my own. I love watching her reach her millstone and develop a personality. I would love to help yours as well. I'm looking for a few...
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Naomi T.

nanny

Dallas Center, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I Provide dependable childcare for families. I have one year of experience caring for multiple children ages 9 months - 5 years, so I'm comfortable supervising up to four children at once. I have multiple years of volunteer experience helping with various childcare programs and coaching youth sports. My approach is patient and...
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Alexandra N.

Fun Sitter That Loves Little Kids

Clive, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
I'm a babysitter of 4 years and I love spending time with kids. I can help with Travel, cleaning and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm looking to have a second babysitting job by the summer so I can earn some extra money. I've babysat for my neighbors for three years which has made me really close to them. I'm also great with...

Katie C. says "Alex was wonderful with our girls, they thought she was a ton of fun, and I came home to the house picked up and all the toys put away, made my night"

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Holly G.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello Everyone! My name is Holly and I am currently employed as a full time teacher with a well known childcare center in Des moines Iowa. I am interested in babysitting weekends and week nights after I get off of work. I am willing to travel on weekends. My rate is $20 per hour and includes activities planned and prepped by...

Jessica N. says "Holly is by far the sweetest person I've ever met. She did so great with our boys(3 & 8), they were talking about her the next morning. Holly played with...

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Addie Y.

Fun Kid-loving Sitter

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Addie, I am 22 years old and live in West Des Moines. I am looking for a full-time (40+hrs), long term nanny job. I have been in childcare for over 3 years professionally. I primarily work with infants and toddlers, but have experience with all ages. I also have daycare experience, with one title being assistant...

Care Member says "Addie babysat my daughter last minute which was a blessing for me. I'm a stay at home Mom and barely get time to do anything for myself. Addie responded...

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Alexa M.

Waukee, IA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Alexa and I have 10 years of childcare experience. I'm fun, goofy, and have a very bubbly personality! Give me all the Disney, sweet treats, and adventures. I'm still a kid at heart, which puts childcare right up my alley. I've always worked in childcare, and I love it. Watching kids grow and develop, makes my...
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Rose K.

Nanny/babysitter/household Manager

Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Rose and I'm a Preschool Teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I moved to the Des Moines area from Montana in January of last year. I'm working on rebuilding my collection of families to babysit for! I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and a...

Ramah H. says "She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids...

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Antonaje R.

Fun, Experienced Sitter

Johnston, IA

3.7(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel as I have a vehicle. I was a preschool teacher back when I lived in Florida. I have great references and I'm vaccinated.

Zia T. says "My kids absolutely loved her! She was fantastic. I could always count on her, even on the days that she was off. I would definitely hire her again. She's...

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Alexa C.

Children Loving Sitter!

Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Alexa and I currently work as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. I am Adult and Child CPR/First Aid Certified. I have had a lot of childcare work through church programs, family/friend babysitting, and a couple part time summer nanny jobs. The age I have the most experience in are newborns through to...

chase A. says "Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!"

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Madilyn T.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Maddie I have 7+ years of experience working with kiddos of ALL ages. I just moved to West Des Moines at the beginning of May I have found a full time family, and I am looking for more here and there nanny/sitter opportunities. I love to get out with the kiddos that I am watching and do lots of fun activities...

Eric B. says "Maddie was great with our 3 boys! Highly responsive and arrived early. By the time we got back home, she had all 3 boys down for bed, and we arrived home to...

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Christine S.

Part Time Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Babysitting by choice from the time I was 11 years old, I've always loved children and incorporated sitting and then as an adult nannying alongside being a freelance creative. Currently, nannying twins part time and have strong references from family along with former family I nanny'd twins for full time. I also have animal...

Hilary R. says "Christine has helped take care of our boys several days a week for the past year. She is dependable, kind, incredibly caring, and our twins love her.She...

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Hope N.

Lifetime Babysitter

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
As an eldest sister of a family of 8 kids, I have spent my entire life loving kids for being themselves. I see each child as a young man or woman in the making, and I love coming alongside families to help support them in raising their kids. With a lifetime of experience, a passion for fun learning, and a corporate world...

Elizabeth H. says "I have known Hope for many years and witnessed her skills in caring for children over and over. She is dependable, hard working, and has a wonderful...

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Lauren L.

Full/Part-time Caregiver Available

Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I moved to Des Moines in 2022 from Minnesota. I am looking for recurring date nights and weekend babysitting jobs! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...

Stephanie R. says "Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)"

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Katherine K.

Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
I love children! I have 3 little, 6, 3, and 1. I have years of experience, from nannying to teaching and doing the school runs. I am looking for opportunities that allow me to bring my kids with me. The two big kids are in school, one full time, so we do have a schedule to work around. We need to stay around the WDM area...
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Susan H.

Registered Nurse With A M.A. In Health Administration

Urbandale, IA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I grew up in Iowa, and lived in central Illinois before moving to the Triangle area of NC. I moved back to the Des Moines area to assist my mom, who is 100! I am a registered nurse with a MA in Health Administration from the University of Iowa. I have experience working as a supervisor/manager/director in the health care...

Care Member says "Susan has been watching our daughter since she was a newborn. She is now 15 months. She’s so great to work with and always on time. Very trustworthy....

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Inna D.

Hello I Am 18 Years Old, And Am Searching For A Full Time, Part Time, Date Nights

Waukee, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, my name is Innessa and I'm 19 yrs of age. As an experienced nanny, I understand the importance of providing high-quality childcare that supports both the emotional and developmental needs of children. My background includes several years of working with families, during which I have honed my ability to create a safe,...

Maria M. says "We feel incredibly fortunate to have Innessa care for our girls (2 and 4 year old). She engaged in creative play and always ensured their safety and...

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.75/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Adel, IA

Infant Babysitters in Adel, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Grace H.

Grace was a great babysitter for our 6-month old. At the time, he hadn't been away from us besides with family, and we really needed...

- Jacob G.

Francesca E.

Frankie is amazing with kids! She engages them- and gets down on their level to stimulate their imagination and their need to be active....

- Tricia C.

Alexandra N.

Alex was wonderful with our girls, they thought she was a ton of fun, and I came home to the house picked up and all the toys put away, made...

- Katie C.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Adel, IA

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Iowa, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Adel have rates starting at $16.75.

To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 4 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 4 infant babysitters near you in Adel, IA. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.

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