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Veyann C.

Altoona, IA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've always had a passion for caring for children and helping families. With over a decade of experience in baby-sitting roles, I've had the pleasure of working with a variety of age groups, from infants to preteens. My patience and calm demeanor put children at ease, and my creative and imaginative nature allows me to create a...
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Urbandale, IA

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a loving and dependable childcare provider with 9 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can learn, grow, and feel supported. Skilled in organizing educational games, preparing nutritious meals, assisting with...
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Get To Know Me!

Clive, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Ankeny, IA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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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Full-Time Child Care Provider / Weekend Care

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Alyson. I have experience working with children, from babysitting children ages five months to 13 years old age along with working at a daycare center. While in college, I worked as a work-study in the Early Childhood Education Center. During the time, I was working there, I was able to work with many different...
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Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a secure, stimulating environment for children to thrive. With two years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the privilege of supporting families and being a part of their children's growth journeys. My approach to childcare blends creativity and imagination...
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Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a fun, upbeat and outgoing caregiver with a passion for helping children become the best versions of themselves. Think of me as your Children's personal Disney princess! I have been a nanny for 10+ years having worked with children ages ranging from newborn to 16 years old. Some of my responsibilities have included pick ups...
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Babysitter

Ankeny, IA

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$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I am a very responsible, patient, and caring person and I also have over 6 years of experience working with infants to teenagers. My mother owns a daycare so I have grown up helping care and provide fun and exciting activities for them to do while I am there. I can also help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision...
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Seeking A Full-time Nanny Job For This Spring/summer!

Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Olivia. I graduated from Iowa State in May of 2022 and am currently in grad school to be a school counselor. I live in Johnston, Iowa. I started baby sitting when I was around 10, and I have even worked at a professional day care where I worked with infants all the way to school-age children. I enjoy spending time...
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Recently-retired Teacher Seeking Nanny Position

Pleasant Hill, IA

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My child-care experience includes many years of babysitting and nannying. Additionally, I recently retired from full-time teaching. I worked as a reading teacher and am certified in the Orton-Gillingham reading method. I'm a mom of 3 adult children & grandma to 4 young grandchildren, including a toddler. I have a very...
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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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Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi there! I have worked as a nanny for 15 plus years, my favorite ages to work with are infants and toddlers. Being a grandma is so rewarding I couldn't be more proud! I am organized and reliable, I enjoy going on outings storytime at the library, music classes, indoor and outdoor play areas. Looking forward to meeting you soon!
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Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
My name is Gretta, and I'm an experienced, caring, and reliable babysitter who loves working with children. I have 5 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I'm committed to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids can thrive. I enjoy engaging children in creative activities,...
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Gentle, Educational, And Outdoorsy! LIVE-IN

Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Cinestie, pronounced SIN-iss-tee. I am originally from the Midwest! I was the infant (0-2yrs) teacher at my local daycare for three years and then a lifeguard for another three years. I was also a full-time nanny for a 1. 5-year-old for several months. With my 7 years of childcare experience, I am...
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Altoona, IA

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$12/hr
8 years experience
As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my calling to positively impact young lives. I thrive in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play,...
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Johnston, IA

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and watching them flourish is my greatest joy. For nine years, I've dedicated myself to providing enriching care for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens and beyond. I hold a college degree and possess current CPR Training. My calm and patient nature allows me to connect with children while...
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Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
As a dedicated and nurturing childcare provider with six years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to create a fun and engaging environment for the children in my care. I prioritize open communication...
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Clive, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I've always been drawn to the incredible growth and development of children, which led me to become a childcare provider. With four years of experience and a passion for nurturing young minds, I find great joy in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. My patient, creative, and friendly nature enables me...
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Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Melissa I am 44 years old With over 10 years of experience in the childcare field. I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am a very responsible,...
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I Love To Take Children To Parks ,library ,etc.

Waukee, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have over 20 years of experience. I am certified in Adult/Child/Infant CPR. I have also worked as an associate at an elementary school in Waukee, Iowa.
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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.37/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infants child care is 4.6

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Des Moines, IA, is $17.37.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, 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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