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52 infant nannies are listed in Ankeny, IA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby infant nannies is 8 years
Infant nannies in Ankeny, IA
4.8
(6)
Hello,
My name is Julie, I am 50 years old. I have been a nanny/ babysitter for over 30 years.
I live in Ankeny & have one dog &2 cats.
I have experience from infants to toddlers and all the way to high school aged kids.
I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. I have a reliable 3 row vehicle. I am a non smoker &...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"Julie has taken care of our 3 kids for almost 4 years and is amazing. Think of her as Mary Poppins, she keeps things in check, lovingly teaches children to be respectful and responsible and comes up with the best field trips and special activities. Our kids LOVE...
Sarah P.
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I was a summer nanny for a 7-month-old and a 2-year-old! I love spending time and caring for little ones! I come from a family with 6 siblings, so I've been around children my whole life and have tons of experience.
Hallie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"
Kaitlin G.
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Tiana R.
Ankeny, IA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated, Nurturing, Fun Nanny Looking For A Short Term/long Term Position.
With over 10 years of experience, I have honed my skills in childcare, serving as both a nanny and a para educator/teacher's aide in school settings. My expertise spans a wide range of age groups, from infants as young as 0-3 months to teenagers up to 16 years old. Throughout my career, I've found immense fulfillment in working...
I have worked at a public daycare for infants to school-aged children. I was a nanny for twins for a summer. We went on lots of bike rides, trips to the park and made fun meals. This past summer I helped another set of twins complete the rest of the school year. I love to bring the kids to fun place and explore new areas.
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Haley G.
Ankeny, IA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I am excited to have the potential to care for your child/children. Currently, I work as a high school teacher in NYC and am moving to the Iowa area to start my Doctorate. I am looking for a consistent nannying opportunity to accompany me going to school and teaching! I am happy to help with tutoring and homework with...
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Lacie A.
Ankeny, IA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Lacie. I am 21 years old and currently live in Ankeny. I have about 7 years of experience of caring for kids. I started babysitting my neighbors' kids when I was a young teenager and went on to work at a daycare for over a year caring for kids aged 6 weeks- to 2 years old. I have also had many babysitting gigs...
Lacie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
I worked at a daycare from age 14 to age 18; in that time I worked with children of all ages, including 18 months to 12 years. I have also been a babysitter for a total of seven different families, where I have worked with infants, toddlers, children and preteens. Through my church I have been able to work in the nursey and have...
Marissa can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jordyn E.
Ankeny, IA
$18-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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...
Jordyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I am Mikayla! I am a dependable, organized, fun, friendly, enthusiastic, trustworthy, and patient college athlete.
I am looking for opportunities to help pay my way through school!
I grew up in a family of 10 and have 4 younger siblings that I have always helped. I started babysitting for other families when I was 12....
5.0
"Mikayla arrived on time for the babysitting job. She was super respectful of our instructions and when we returned home our baby seemed happy so we are happy! "
Care member
I'm a dependable, honest, hardworking, good listener and kind person. I have over 10 years experience working with children. My goal as a nanny is to take care of your children, help them grow and learn new things, and watch them have fun playing. I was a stay-at-home mom to my son who is now in school. I will be a great fit for...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Jodie M.
Bondurant, IA
$13-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-time Bilingual English/French Nanny/babysitter Available
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jodie. I am a mature, responsible, and reliable professional child care provider. I have been a nanny for the last 10 years. Before being a nanny, I worked at a French bilingual daycare for three years. I worked with infants, toddlers, and per-preschoolers. I have been a nanny for several families, mostly for...
Jodie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I would recommend Jodie. She is flexible, punctual, and did really well with my 2 year old son!"
Halle R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Des Moines this past year from Minnesota. I am looking for a full time nanny job staring in September! 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...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren helped me for a few weeks, a few hours a day during my maternity leave. She was very reliable and always willing to do extra things to help out. She is sweet and we enjoyed having her."
Lariss M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been working with children in a variety of settings. I started in high school at a daycare as float working with multiple ages. After high school I spent 3 summers as a camp counselor and then moved onto some before/after school nannying positions. I have also been the primary teacher in an infant room in the past...
Aubrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aubrey recently babysat for our 4yr old son and she was wonderful. First she replied quickly to my message and did not leave me hanging. She was on time and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even on a school night. When we returned home everything was...
Kristin R.
Vanesa V.
Altoona, IA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking To Babysit Or Help You And Your Family Out From Time To Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Vanesa. I have a range of experience with infants and children of all ages. I am a mother myself to an amazing 7-year-old. I am very detail oriented, clean, responsible and punctual. I am honest, trustworthy, reliable and I hold a very high level of integrity. I love helping people and I love caring for babies and...
Vanesa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rose and I'm a Preschool Teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I moved to the Des Moines area from Montana in January of last year. I'm working on rebuilding my collection of families to babysit for! I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and a...
Rose can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children."
Ramah H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified Montessori 3-6 teacher (preschool and kindergarten). I have been teaching for 6 years at this age group. I have 11 years of experience ranging from infants to middle school age children. I also have experience in working with special needs children. I am looking for a semi regular job this summer. I am flexible...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My boys love Rachel! She is very patient and can handle my energetic boys. Would definitely recommend!!!"
Kate H.
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,...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Taylor! I worked in a daycare for about 5 years, bouncing back and forth between infant and 1-year-old classrooms. I have nannied for a new families and sit for many families I've met through the years. Before working with children I worked in a group home with people who have special needs. I am very kind, patient, and...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Ankeny, IA
Julie R.
5.0
Julie is tremendous with kids. She loves them and it shows. Kids gravitate to her because she is fun, safe and plans things to do with them. My children are 30, 28 and 25 and they are all still in touch with Julie, as am I. Julie is very flexible, can help with most household chores, is a great...
- Marie G.
Hallie V.
5.0
Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!
- Kaitlin G.
Mikayla J.
5.0
Mikayla arrived on time for the babysitting job. She was super respectful of our instructions and when we returned home our baby seemed happy so we are happy!
- Care member
Jodie M.
5.0
Jodie was great with my two kids and the kids really enjoyed her. Would hire again!
- Lindsay H.
Lauren L.
5.0
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 :)
- Stephanie R.
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FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Ankeny, IA
How much does a nanny cost for an infant near me in Ankeny, IA?
Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Ankeny, IA, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $16.45. 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.
What types of responsibilities do infant nannies near me in Ankeny, IA take on?
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 Ankeny, 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.
How can I find a good infant nanny near me in Ankeny, IA?
TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 11 infant nanny profiles near you in Ankeny, IA that you can check out. You can also read 6 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.
How do I interview a nanny for an infant near me in Ankeny, IA?
Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Ankeny, 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.
Is it safe to hire an infant nanny near me in Ankeny, IA?
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.
Ratings for Ankeny, IA infant nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Infant Nannies in Ankeny, IA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 52 listed infant nannies.