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Carolyne C.

Experienced Childcare Provider | CPR Certified | 8+ Years | Infant Experience

Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Carolyne, and I've been caring for kids for 8 years. I'm CPR certified, dependable, and love creating fun, safe environments for children to grow and be themselves. I've babysat newborns through middle school ages kids, and I currently babysit occasionally for a 1-month-old and a 2-year-old I've cared for since birth. I...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
My name is Promise. I am 29 years old and I have about 10 years of experience working with young children infants to age 6. I enjoy exploring different activities with children to help with their development. I enjoy teaching through play and ensuring children have creative ways of self expression. I am bilingual. English being...
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Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I've always had a passion for cultivating the growth and development of young minds. My journey as a caregiver began with fulfilling babysitting roles, which instilled in me a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My personality traits align seamlessly with the demands of childcare. I am patient, calm, and...
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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
As a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages, I find great joy in supporting families and creating a safe, nurturing environment for their little ones. My patient, calm, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily and build strong bonds. I prioritize open...
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Experienced Caregiver Looking For A Summer Position And Possibly Part Time During The School Year.

West Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
15 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'm an experienced caregiver who has worked in the childcare industry for over 20 years. I am currently a school bus driver and am looking for part time and possibly summer full time, if it's the right fit. I'm a kind soul who is great with children of all ages. I've worked in infant rooms through pre k rooms and enjoy what...
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Fun Nanny

Mingo, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have always had a passion for caring for children. I have been babysitting ever since I was 10 years old. I am currently in grad school. I was a nanny for a family of three children for two summers in a row and enjoyed every minute of it. I watched a 7-year-old, 13-year-old and a 15-year-old. I have my own car and am able to...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider who has been working with children for almost my whole life. As the oldest daughter, I was the primary babysitter of my two brothers. I spent two years studying elementary education in my undergraduate years. I have been a babysitter as well as a full time nanny for infants,...
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Experienced Childcare Expert

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Travel
I am a graduate of Drake University with 4 years of experience working directly with youth and infants. I have worked in a nursery setting as well as working in children's residential mental health care. I am passionate about trauma informed care and creating safe environments for children to thrive in. I recently relocated to...
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Ankeny, IA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a college student with a flexible schedule. I love working with kids, and have been babysitting since I was 10. I have four years of experience working in a daycare setting. I've worked with kids of all ages and have lots of experience with infants. I have also worked at a school as a one on one with children that...
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a compassionate, loving, organized caregiver, who absolutely adores children! I recently graduated from college with a degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in K-8 reading. I love arts and crafts, sports, the outdoors, and reading. I love to share these activities with kids! I have experience watching infants,...
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Johnston, IA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over 12 years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor, combined with my...
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Child Care

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
20 years experience
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for caring for children and helping them learn and grow. With 20 years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I'm also happy to care for multiple children at once, up to four. My calm and creative personality, combined with...
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Child Care

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm passionate about nurturing young minds and making a positive impact on their lives. With three years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I believe in open...
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Clive, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I love and ADORE kids and have had a passion to work with kids since a very young age. The minute I turned 16yrs old I got a job at a daycare. I work there all the way to my senior year of high school and left due to the COVID 19 pandemic in 2020. I was head lead teacher of the infant and toddler rooms and I thrived in that...
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Grimes, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I love being outside, I am strong in my faith, I love to experience new things and most I love spending time with my family. I started babysitting at the age of 12 for my younger siblings and our neighbors. Throughout the years I have become CPR Certified, worked in infant to toddler care as a lead teacher in daycare for 5 years...
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Nanny/Daycare Provider

Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
After being a stay at home mom for 12 years, I worked for 2 years in special education, and the last 4 years providing Medicaid CDAC work, home health aide work, and hospice care. I love working with all types of individuals and highly value their personal needs whether it is companionship, transportation, house keeping,...
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
As a passionate childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I find great joy in nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My previous babysitting experiences instilled in me a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I'm a patient, creative, and friendly individual who believes in open...
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Ankeny, IA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm Rachel I'm currently working at a daycare in Ankeny in the infant room. I have 7 plus years of experience with kids. I've babysat my whole life. Currently getting my nursing degree at DMACC. I have 3 younger brothers. Grew up in a small town in Iowa. I'm flexible with any hours. Can work on weekends if needed. I have my...
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Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I love working with children! My seven years of childcare experience have solidified my commitment to fostering a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive. Previous babysitting roles further inspired me to pursue this path. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable, and I enjoy engaging children in outdoor...
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Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing and caring for children, driven by my fulfilling experiences as a babysitter. It brings me immense joy to positively impact their lives and support families by providing reliable childcare. My calm and friendly nature creates a harmonious environment for the children in my care. I prioritize open...

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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.75/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infants child care is 5.0

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Altoona, IA

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Altoona, IA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Altoona, IA, is $15.75.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Altoona, IA by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Altoona, IA can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Altoona, IA, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Altoona, IA, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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