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Ashley Marie M.


Colo, IA

$13-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I am Ashley and I have 1 year of experience in babysitting kids, but grew up with three younger siblings. I can help with Light Housekeeping, homework, and Swimming Supervision. I love kids and grew up with lots of animals so I am super Comfortable around a large variety of pets. I am reliable, patient, and I will give...
Ashley Marie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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Alyson C.


Nevada, IA

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience watching, teaching, and playing with kids! I worked at Sonshine daycare, nannied, and I am the oldest of 6 kids. I love to plan fun activities to do with kids such as crafts, learning activities, and story telling. I love to play games and read books!
Alyson can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alyson is absolutely wonderful with kids! She always so willing to jump in and play with kids even when she is not babysitting for us. I have no concerns when Alyson is babysitting. My kids are always well cared for and have fun."

Taylor A.

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Erica G.


Nevada, IA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am looking to care for non school age babies and children and if needed after school care for Elementary aged children. I am CPR/First Aid certified along with working with Special Ed elementary age children. I have worked in a school with special education and up to level 3 autism. If you have any questions or concerns...
Erica can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Deb K.


Collins, IA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Parent Of 3 With 23 Years Experience.

Hello! I'm a mother of 3 adult children and grandmother of 1. I own my own small business, so I prefer jobs with flexible hours. I home schooled my own children in grades K-3 and enjoy playing with children that includes creative play, reading and art. I have a firm but laid back style of caregiving and like to have fun. My...
Deb can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
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Rebekah R.


Nevada, IA

$12-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver And Summer

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am Rebekah. I am currently going to school online and UNI for human services. I graduated in May from DMACC with an AA degree in Liberal Arts. I have experience with many different settings and ages with children. I have nannied, babysat, and worked in a daycare setting. I have also worked with children from newborn to...
Rebekah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Kendra R.


Nevada, IA

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

Enjoy Being Around Children & Pets!

I started taking care of my cousins children when I was 14 years old. Took care of my friends child from newborn-age 3. I am a helicopter-nanny. I would not let any children out of my site! I enjoy crafts and playing outside or at a park!
Kendra can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Abigail G.


Ames, IA

$12-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Abby!

My experience in childcare consists of years of babysitting (ages ranging from a newborn-12 years old), two consecutive summers of being a full time nanny for two different families (ages ranging from 2-12) and working for after school childcare at an elementary school for 2 years.
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Was great with communication and made the girls feel comfortable in their time with her."

Sara S.

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Makayla C.


Ames, IA

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter And Optional Tutor

I am a freshman at University and I'm looking for a babysitting job around me or Moline, IL when I head home. I have watched my little brother and sister from their early baby stages to their current age of elementary school student, while additionally taking care of my mom's coworkers children. I regularly practice...
Makayla can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"Makayla is a very genuine, fun-loving and caring person! She is very responsible and great with kids, and just a joy to be around! She is motivated and strives to do her best at everything she does and has a wonderful sense of humor to keep things lighthearted and...

Amanda B.

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Rachel G.


Elkhart, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I also can help prepare some meals and run the children to activities if necessary. Also, I enjoy spending time with the children through play indoors or outdoors. I have taught preschool ages 2-5 and enjoy teaching the children some new things. I...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was amazing with Oliver!! She took great care of our 11 month old with lots of playtime and his bedtime routine :) our dog also loved her! Will be reaching out again in the future, thank you so much Rachel!"

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Kirsten M.


Ames, IA

$17-18/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Dependable Sitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 21-year-old college student who is looking for a job I'll love. I'm going to finish up school this year at Dmacc majoring in Exercise science. I took last year off of school to be a full time nanny to two young boys 2 and 4 years old. I have always loved working with children since as long as I can remember. My mother had...
Kirsten can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and...

Care member

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Evalina G.


Ames, IA

$12-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a chemical engineering student at ISU with experience working with children from newborn to middle school age. I am living in-between Ames and Altoona this summer and am offering babysitting services. Experience: 1. Daycare intern (fully in German) (Kindertagesstätte Rasselbande): 2023 2. Fencing/chess/programming...
Evalina can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Evalina is great, she is reliable and sweet, calm and comforting for our 5 year old and fun for our 10 year old. Thank you Evalina!"

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Rachelle L.


Ames, IA

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Rachelle and I am 39 years old. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have been getting paid for babysitting for 12 years but have been babysitting for a long time before that. I substituted at a child care learning center. I usually worked with kids or so...
Rachelle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rachelle is reliable and connected right away with my youngest. It's a peace of mind having her taking care of my kids."

Mariana S.

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Kaitlyn P.


Ames, IA

$12-18/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was in High school. I have cared for children as young as 6 months old up to age 12. I can help with travel, schoolwork, housekeeping, or about anything you would need. I am currently in school to receive my teaching degree at ISU. I am fun and energetic. I like to play games and can keep your...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlin was great! She and my son had a great time. She took my son to the park, fed him lunch, put him to bed for his nap, took him back out for ice cream, and played with him till I came home later in the day. Would love to have her back again"

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Loretta D.


Ames, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fill-In Sitter Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I grew up in a family of 7 children, so I helped from a young age. I raised 4 of my own children and have watched several kids over the years for family, friends, neighbors, etc. Let me know if you would like a reference or two.
Loretta can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Loretta was so kind and efficient. She was flexible with our changing schedule and kept our children busy!"

Care member

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Lorelei B.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked at day cares most of my high school career, and I am currently pursuing Elementary Education at Iowa State! I have CPR training, along with other various child safety training classes.
Lorelei can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lorelei has been babysitting our 19-month-old for the past 5 months. She is amazing! She is always early and has been so flexible with our schedule. She is so good with our son and he loves her. I never have to worry when she is with him!"

Jessica C.

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Natalie C.


Ames, IA

$12-22/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

I've cared for children since middle school because I love helping them grow. As a regular caregiver, I have and do - support infants' development, engage them, diaper them, and help them fall asleep, - ensure toddlers interact with their peers and build their routines, - encourage preschoolers' independence, and -...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We have very high standards for the people who sit with our 4 year old son. We found Natalie to be very skillful in working with him, keeping him fully-engaged, active, and winning him over without any problems. We are very impressed by Natalie's capabilities and...

Caialee C.

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Andrea Q.


Ames, IA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

High Quality, Artistic Nanny

Hi! A bit about myself- I am originally from North Dakota and studied and received my BFA with an emphasis in painting at NDSU. I recently moved to Des Moines with my partner, who works as an associate professor at ISU. I'm an oil painter, and am planning to get my MFA next fall of 2024 in Chicago. I am looking for a family...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Andrea felt like family! Our daughter adored her. She was active and made sure our child stayed stimulated by taking her to museums, parks and keeping her engaged through books and play. She is a reliable person and offered a peace of mind to our family. She kept...

Sonjia B.

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Ana V.


Ames, IA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have over 6 years of experience in childcare. I have babysat regularly since age 14 and have nannied over the summers, caring for 1-5 children at a time. I currently work at a daycare center, and have been here since the fall of 2021. I love children and enjoy spending time with them. I am comfortable partaking in cooking,...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ana has been a wonderful sitter for our toddler who loved her right out of the gate. She's kind and fun and our kid always asks about her the next day."

Kathryn H.

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Sydney W.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

I HAVE MOVED TO AMES, IA. I have worked in the church nursery on and off for 6 years with children aged 0-4 years but have experience with all ages. Love kids! Can help with laundry and light housekeeping. Easy going, patient, flexible, and fun! Can do crafts, movie days, dance parties, outings, and more! Looking for summer...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She is super sweet, totally responsible, and will interact with your child!"

Kim H.

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Madeline P.


Ames, IA

$15-24/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable Teacher Seeking Summer Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Madeline and I am a very outgoing, patient, caring, and reliable individual. I am currently ending my senior year in college, and will be earning my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education this May. I plan on beginning my teaching career in the school year to come and am looking for a position to fill over the...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Madeline has cared for my children several times. She is such a pleasure to have around, and my kids absolutely adore her- as do we! We can always depend on her to help us out, and she goes above and beyond with the best attitude."

Alexandra H.

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Colo, IA

Alyson C.

5.0

Alyson is absolutely wonderful with kids! She always so willing to jump in and play with kids even when she is not babysitting for us. I have no concerns when Alyson is babysitting. My kids are always well cared for and have fun.

- Taylor A.

Abigail G.

5.0

Was great with communication and made the girls feel comfortable in their time with her.

- Sara S.

Makayla C.

5.0

Makayla is a very genuine, fun-loving and caring person! She is very responsible and great with kids, and just a joy to be around! She is motivated and strives to do her best at everything she does and has a wonderful sense of humor to keep things lighthearted and fun!

- Amanda B.

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel was super communicative and helpful.

- Care member

Kirsten M.

5.0

Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and pool, so it was a fun and varied...

- Care member

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