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Maleah D.

Van Meter, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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Hello my name is Maleah . I am currently looking for a full time nanny position. I am CPR Certified and First Aid Certified. I have experience working in a daycare(infants-10yrs) I also have preschool experience and was a nanny last year to a wonderful kindergartener! Thanks have a good day!
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Taylor D.

Van Meter, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Taylor and I just started nursing school at the beginning of January, and am just looking to start filling some of my time doing what I love most! I was a nanny for the last 5 summers for many different ages, and fell in love with it! I've babysat from just a few days old, up to only a few years younger than...

Cecilia R. says "Pleasant, on time and always dependable. We've hired Taylor to take care of our twins and they ABSOLUTELY love her. They always have fun and get exited...

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Laura G.

Taking Care Of Your Little Ones

Winterset, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have been watching kids since I was 12. I started with church day care, with me watching the kids and the parents in the other room. When I was 13-ish I started babysitting for families. And usually watching their kids while the parents went out on date nights. I had a few families I would watch their kids weekly. I have...

Jenny J. says "Laura is wonderful with our two children, aged 1 and 4. They both adore her. She is dedicated, kindhearted, responsible, and patient. With her extensive...

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Natalie S.

Winterset, IA

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$12/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about creating a positive impact on the lives of children. The journey to becoming a childcare provider began with my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my love for caring for children. My formal education is in early childhood development, and I possess CPR and First Aid certifications. Patient,...
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Kylan S.

Child Care

Cumming, IA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I recently graduated from the University of Iowa with my masters in speech-language pathology! However, I don't begin my full time job until August, so I am looking for babysitting opportunities over the summer. I love children and have ample experience with all ages! I am reliable, positive, patient, and fun!
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Emma V.

Cumming, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I currently work full time teaching 3-year-old preschool and directing a before and after school childcare program. I am patient, reliable and creative when it comes to working with kids. I have 10+ years of babysitting and nannying and I have worked professionally with children since I graduated college with my bachelors degree...
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Abigail B.

Cumming, IA

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Abigail and I am currently a Labor & Delivery nurse in Des Moines. I have always loved working with people, especially children and animals. I am energetic and love to have fun. I enjoy being outdoors, trying new things and socializing. Im currently looking for some part time hours on my days off as well as...
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Taylor B.

Looking For Part Time Child Care Work, Especially During The Summer!

Winterset, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I've been working with kids for years. I began babysitting for neighbor's kids around the age of 12. I did several volunteer opportunities throughout high school and college that involved working with children of different ages. I have my Masters in Social Work and currently work full time as a school social worker working with...
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Rachel C.

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...

Joe W. says "Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple...

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Bailey D.

Friendly Sitter!

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello there! My name is Bailey, I'm 24 and I'm a Junior at Grand View University studying psychology and public health! I have a sweet little cat, and I paint, do puzzles, sew, and read in my spare time. I have experience that varies from baby sitting after high school for two years to tutoring in an elementary school,...

Krystal M. says "Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a positive...

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Alexa C.

Children Loving Sitter!

Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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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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Grace H.

Outgoing And Nurturing Date Night Sitter!

Adel, IA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Brenna H.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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Hi! My name is Brenna and I am 22 years old! My hobbies include hiking, reading books, hanging out with my boyfriend and just being outdoors! I would say I'm a risk taker! I have an extroverted and bubbly personality and if you ask anyone I never grew out of my inner child! I love to have fun and enjoy life. I have been...

Kylie F. says "Brenna was our full-time summer nanny in 2022. Our kids are 7 and 9. She showed up everyday and gave us advance notice of the one time she needed to take...

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Christine S.

Part Time Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
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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Madilyn T.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Addie Y.

Fun Kid-loving Sitter

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Francesca E.

Linden, IA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Courtney E.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I'm a high 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. I've...

Nikole T. says "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...

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Chelsie S.

Fun But Professional Sitter :)

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Chelsie and I'm 28 years old. I've raised my two youngest siblings and have babysat for a family friend for 5 years. I love arts and crafts, music, and reading. I love pets, I have 3 kitties and 3 dogs. Please note: I have a full time M-F job so I can only commit to evening jobs...

Emily J. says "Chelsie did a great job with our three little kids! she arrived early and communicated her needs and jumped right in with the kids. They loved her and it...

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Erin B.

Norwalk, IA

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I am currently attending school in Cedar Falls, IA. I also have experience as an in-home caregiver and preschool teacher as well as CPR training. I am very warm and fun, but also vigilant when it comes to safety.

Care Member says "Erin was great with our son. She came over a little early which we greatly appreciated, let us chat a bit. Our son was happy to have Erin over and we'd...

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Van Meter, IA

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

Taylor D.

Pleasant, on time and always dependable. We've hired Taylor to take care of our twins and they ABSOLUTELY love her. They always have fun and...

- Cecilia R.

Laura G.

Laura is wonderful with our two children, aged 1 and 4. They both adore her. She is dedicated, kindhearted, responsible, and patient. With...

- Jenny J.

Rachel C.

Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend...

- Joe W.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Van Meter, IA

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Iowa, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Van Meter have rates starting at $14.00.

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 2 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 2 infant babysitters near you in Van Meter, 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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