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Kimberlee L.

Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Loving And Fun Nanny

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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 and I am looking to nanny for a family throughout the week (Monday-Friday). I am looking to either nanny one kid, or multiple, I don't have a preference! I started baby sitting when I...
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Gentle, Educational, And Outdoorsy! LIVE-IN

Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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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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
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a full-time nanny for a family that I have been with for over three years. I take care of three kids, one toddler and two school aged children. I also have 3 years of experience in preschool classrooms and enjoy working with young children of all ages, including infants! I am looking for some evenings/weekends work. I am...
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Grimes, IA

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$18/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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$21/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
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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Loving Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have 10+ years of experience in childcare, the majority as a nanny for a family of 4 kids aged infant to teenager and spread out in between and recently added my 7-month-old daughter to the mix. I also worked a few years at a daycare caring for infants/toddlers. I can help with coordinating drop off and pick up from...
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Nanny/Daycare Provider

Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Ankeny, IA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Babysitter/Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am 27 years old and a University of Iowa graduate. My experience with childcare includes: -6 years of volunteering at Church daycare/Sunday school -4 years of leading a vacation bible school group -Babysitting relatives and family friends -Date night sitter -Summer nanny for 6 years -Before/after school nanny -Infant...
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Child Care

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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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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West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I've been a nanny for the past 6 years and I've worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with working in a daycare in the infant room. I love doing arts and crafts and going to the library whenever I can. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I have always had a big family, I have a ton of nieces and nephews and had been babysitting them from age 11! I got my first paid nanny job when I was in highschool working with a family of 5 for about 2. 5 years. The kids were between the ages of 3-11. It was my favorite job! I also have experience working in a daycare &...
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  • 38 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 5.0

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Altoona, IA

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Altoona, IA, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $20.00. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.

Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in Altoona, IA, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.

TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 1 infant nanny profiles near you in Altoona, IA that you can check out. You can also read 1 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.

Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Altoona, IA, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.

We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.

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