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Emma H.

Polk City, IA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I'm a childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. I have first aid and CPR trained. I have taken some college courses for childhood development. I'm patient, calm, and...
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Hi There!

Polk City, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I love taking care of kids because I grew up in a big family, with younger siblings and several younger cousins. My approach is a good balance of structure and fun. I think it's so important to follow the rules/guidelines set by the parents/guardians, but I also know how important it is for the kids to have a memorable and...
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Experienced Nanny For Toddlers/Infants

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm looking to find a part time, very flexible nanny job. I will be starting Dental Hygiene school in August 2024, and need something that is flexible with my class schedule. I've cared for a lot of families from Care. com and would love to add your littles to my circle:)

Kaitlin G. says "Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"

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Full/Part-time Caregiver Available

Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I moved to Des Moines in 2022 from Minnesota. I am looking for recurring date nights and weekend babysitting jobs! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...

Stephanie R. says "Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)"

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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
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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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
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Child Care

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Tina . I am 28 years old and live in Ankeny, Iowa with my husband of almost 8 years. I work during the school year at an 8th and 9th grade middle school as a severe and profound associate. I have a 1-year-old daughter who I would love to have come with me to nanny. I do have childcare lined up if you'd prefer...
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Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Grimes, IA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
For over 10 years, I've enjoyed partnering with families as a dependable childcare provider. My goal is to support you by creating a nurturing and engaging environment for your children. I am patient, calm, and friendly, and I prioritize open communication. I provide updates at pickup, and I'm happy to text or call, always...
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Loving And Fun Nanny

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Natasha, I'm 24, and currently training to become a doula (someone who helps women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum), and love nannying on the side! I'm the oldest of eight and have been nanny/babysitting since I was 10 so I have a lot of experience! I've nannied for all ages in the past but...
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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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Ankeny, IA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Grimes, IA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi I'm Alyssa! I have experience with nannying and babysitting for about 6 years now! I've worked for both families and daycares! I was also a teacher at mid Iowa gymnastics. I have experience with ages infant to 12+ as well as multiple kids at once. I am CPR and first aid trained. I do have a reliable car and a clean driving...
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Johnston, IA

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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$16/hr
5 years experience
I'm a caregiver with five years of experience, and I'm passionate about supporting families by providing reliable childcare. I have a natural ability to connect with children, and I'm committed to fostering their growth and development. As a patient, calm, and creative individual, I take pride in providing a nurturing and...
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Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Grimes, IA

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$18/hr
20 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I love caring for children and helping them learn and grow. I've worked with children since I was a child with my mom doing in-home day care and I babysat all through my teenage years. I nannied in-home while going to college, worked with clients who had intellectual disabilities, and then worked several years at a day care...
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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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Karin D.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am an elementary school teacher, looking to keep busy over the summer. I have worked with infant to upper elementary through out the year with childcare jobs, tutoring and teaching.
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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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  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Polk City, 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 Polk City, IA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Polk City, IA, is $16.00.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Polk City, 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 Polk City, 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 Polk City, 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 Polk City, 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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