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Nancy B.

Both Part-time Nanny/Babysitter

Ames, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
My name is Nancy. I am from Ecuador. My background in Psychology, my experience, as well as my emphatic nature has given me the tools and the abilities needed to provide excellent care. I have been a professional nanny for more than 10 years. I am a mom and I have enjoyed raising my two children. I have been responsible for...

Sheila C. says "My son loves Nancy. She's very engaged, loving and patient. She was very flexible and able to adjust to changing schedules. She worked with my son and...

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Ames, IA

from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Mollie - a compassionate, energetic caregiver who genuinely loves spending time with kids. Whether it's building blanket forts, crafting with glitter and glue, or reading bedtime stories with all the voices, I believe childhood should be full of laughter, creativity, and connection. I care deeply about making sure...
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Ames, IA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Kaitlyn and I am 27 years old. I'm a very creative person and I love sewing, spending time outdoors, reading mystery books, doing needlework projects, painting, and just doing pretty much anything creative. I am not CPR/First Aid certified, however, I have watched many online training videos on how to perform the...
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Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hey my name is Kayla! I am moving back into the Ames area. I have spent the last 7 years in Orlando FL. I worked in Disney World for 2 of those years! I have 8 years of childcare experience, including 3 years as a preschool teacher, I've worked with all ages-from infants to school-age kids. I was a nanny for two amazing...
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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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  • 5 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/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 Ames, IA

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Ames, IA, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $17.00. 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 Ames, 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 4 infant nanny profiles near you in Ames, IA that you can check out. You can also read 5 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 Ames, 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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