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3.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi guys!! I'm currently a senior at Drake University, majoring in Health Science. I'll be attending graduate school in the fall for occupational therapy. I'm currently CPR certified for children, infants, and adults, safety care certified. And I'm currently working as a behavioral technician at a clinic for kids with...
Trinity can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
3.0
"We interviewed Trinity on the phone. She said was interested in the position and that she would send references. We didn't hear from her and reached out to follow. We never heard from her again."
Luis M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/nannying for the last 6+ years. I have experience with ages 3 months-15 years old. I have experience with special needs children/adults, and experience with tutoring/school help.
Here is my Summer preferred availability...
Monday-Friday 6am-6 p.m.
I can work outside these hours for the most part if...
Callison can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Callison helped us out last minute and the kids really liked her!"
Patricia D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Claire! I graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Criminology and Psychology. While this degree has opened up many opportunities for me, it has shown me that I best utilize my skills and passions when working with children. I am currently working on my masters degree in school counseling while...
Claire can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Claire was great with our son! She made sure she customized the activities to what he likes which includes playing outside a lot. She was very sweet and we will definitely hire her again!"
Brittany M.
Courtney E.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I'm a middle school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience....
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is punctual, kind, trustworthy, attentive and great with children and has eased my anxiety in hiring a new...
Nikole T.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have been watching kids since I was 14 years old I try and make sure that they have a fun time during the duration of my stay and finish any other tasks that they have to do. I'm a life guard and swim instructor so water is not a problem for me....
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace is always on time, and is very responsive. She’s great at being patient with our kids, and engaging with them. Our kids (ages 8 and 10) feel very comfortable with her and look forward to when she’s coming to babysit. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My family and I moved to the Des Moines area about 2 years ago for my husband's job. I'm a stay-at-home mom to my amazing 3-year-old son. I love to join him in imaginative play, take frequent trips to the library and playground, and offer him many creative outlets. Prior to becoming a mom, I cared for kids ranging from newborn...
Karla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Karla has been a great sitter for our family! Shes super accountable, good with communicating, and has such a gentle loving heart. Our son has a lot of fun with her! Our family is super grateful for her as our sitter!"
Eletta F.
Jillayne A.
Des Moines, IA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
School Psychologist With Extensive Care Experience- Occasional/ Summer Availability!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
*I am only looking for occasional evening, or weekend jobs during the school year. In the summer I will be available Wednesday- Sunday. Thank you!*
Hi, and am a very experienced babysitter and nanny, including full-time for young twins, a year in Germany for three, and for many date nights. I am a School Psychologist in...
Jillayne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jillayne was great! My husband and I were in Des Moines for a wedding and needed someone to watch our 2 month old. She responded right away, was punctual and great with our son. It was the first time we had left him with someone other than our parents and it...
Devoni B.
Cassandra B.
Des Moines, IA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cassandra. I have 10 years of experience working with children and am very passionate about helping them learn and grow. I was a babysitter throughout middle/high school and was a lifeguard and children's bday party host at a local swim club. Throughout college, I was a part time nanny for a few families in Cedar...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cassandra is such an outgoing, sweet caregiver. The kids loved her and I love her honesty. I would recommend hiring her for any childcare needs you have!"
Care member
Alyssa G.
Des Moines, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Alyssa and I'm looking for part-time opportunities. I live downtown and work a remote position, which has allowed my schedule to be a little more flexible. I use to work as a toddler teacher and have about 3+ years experience working in the childcare field along with many years of babysitting. I also have 9 nieces...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa was with us for almost a year, she was very involved with our kids, punctual, and always helpful. The only reason we do not have Alyssa with our kids anymore is because we moved away. My kids loved Alyssa and we would hire her again in a heartbeat. "
Brianne G.
Sheryl Y.
Des Moines, IA
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am new to iowa but not to childcare. I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. My best references are the kids in my neighborhood although I have adult references too. I love...
Sheryl can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Sheryl to pick up our son from school and bring him home.
She is AMAZING. Our son loves her!!
We are very happy that we found her to help us through the school year. "
Sara M.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
hello mamas and dads! I just relocated to des moines in the beginning of the year to finish out my time at the AVEDA institute for esthetics! during my time off from school I work as a CNA at different facilities around the area. I have been a CNA for almost 3 years! I absolutely love it! unfortunately, my body is not able to...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Lauren saved the day on a weekend where our childcare fell through. She came over in the afternoon to meet us and then came back the same evening to sit with our 3 year old daughter. Our daughter woke up the next morning and was upset that Lauren wasn't there...
Emily N.
I have 3 years of experience baby sitting. I have baby sat newborns to 12 years old children. I enjoy cooking for the kiddos, coming up with indoor activities and reading books or singing for kiddos during nap-time or bedtime. I also can help with travel and carpooling from school. I am confident, fun and exciting. I am also a...
Rutendo can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Brooke, I am looking to get a baby sitting job this summer while I am home from college. I have never had a baby sitting job prior, but I have taken care of my cousins and I am a responsible individual that had to juggle school and my sport this past school year.
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Claudia L.
Des Moines, IA
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter And Assistant Teacher Looking For A Part Time And Flexible Job!
I use to work for a company as an assistant teacher and also a lead teacher ever so often.
I was grateful to have been able to work with ages ranging from month old infants to 12-year-old children, a day working there consisted of a lot of adaptability and flexibility through the ages. However, the preschool range was where I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love being outdoors, I love playing sports with children. I love arts and crafts and building and creating new things. I have 3 nieces and 2 nephews, I have experience in caring for children, assisting with homework, drop off and pick up from school and daycare. I am able to assist with meal preparations, laundry, housekeeping...
Mollie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I attended DMACC and studied Early Childhood Development for two years then I transferred to Iowa State University and studied Child, Adult, and Family services. I took three years off of school to work full time at a childcare center in the infant room in between attending DMACC and Iowa State University. I have also worked in...
Ananda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Kelsey W.
Des Moines, IA
$10-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Kelsey, I graduated from the University of Iowa almost a year and a half ago. I started babysitting at age 14 and have worked in 3 day cares, resulting in over 5 years of experience. I have mostly worked with babies and toddlers, but have experience with all ages. I love animals as well! I have a pet bearded dragon...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madison D.
Des Moines, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I ve been babysitting since I was 14. I have taken care of children from newborn to 10+ years old. I like doing outdoor activities (when the weather permits it) reading books and playing board games. I've picked up children from home and school and dropped them off at home at desired time. Also I have made/provided food and...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Beatrice, I'm currently looking for a nanny job preferably part time, but open to full time, I'm a student as well. I have over five years of childcare experience and have worked with newborns to high schoolers. I've spent a lot more time working with babies and toddlers but would be more than happy to work with...
Beatrice can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Bailey R.
Des Moines, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Bailey. I am a University of Iowa student pursuing a career path in Pediatric Occupational Therapy because I have a big passion for helping others and working with children. I have 4 years of experience nannying, babysitting, working in a daycare facility with ages ranging from infant to 12 or older, and caring...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Pleasant Hill, IA
Trinity B.
3.0
We interviewed Trinity on the phone. She said was interested in the position and that she would send references. We didn't hear from her and reached out to follow. We never heard from her again.
- Luis M.
Callison F.
5.0
Provided care very last minute when another babysitter canceled. Great communication and provides great care.
- Kristen E.
Claire R.
5.0
Claire was great with our son! She made sure she customized the activities to what he likes which includes playing outside a lot. She was very sweet and we will definitely hire her again!
- Brittany M.
Courtney E.
5.0
Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is punctual, kind, trustworthy, attentive and great with children and has eased my anxiety in hiring a new caregiver. I highly highly recommend her!
- Nikole T.
Grace T.
5.0
She was great with my 3 kids, helping them with homework and getting along with all of them.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Pleasant Hill, IA
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Pleasant Hill, IA in May, 2024?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Iowa, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Pleasant Hill have rates starting at $22.25.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Pleasant Hill, IA?
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.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Pleasant Hill, IA?
There are 4 infant babysitters near you in Pleasant Hill, 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.