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Kimberlee L.

Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
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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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
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
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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Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
15 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
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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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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Gentle, Educational, And Outdoorsy! LIVE-IN

Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 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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Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Van Meter, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Maleah . I am currently looking for a full time nanny position. I am CPR Certified and First Aid Certified. I have experience working in a daycare(infants-10yrs) I also have preschool experience and was a nanny last year to a wonderful kindergartener! Thanks have a good day!
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Babysitter/Nanny

Waukee, IA

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hello! I'm Brooke and I am looking to switch from working in an infant room to nannying for just one family full time. I've been working directly with infants for the last year at work but I also have 7 years or babysitting/nannying experience. I am comfortable with pets, cooking, and of course any cleaning or housework. I am...
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Nanny

Bondurant, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Angie, a bilingual former daycare lead teacher with extensive experience in childcare, senior care, and veterinary assistance. In addition to my work as a CNA & Vet Tech, I have exceptional cleaning/cooking skills and a strong background in emergency response-I'm CPR, BLS, and First Aid certified, in infants, adults,...
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Waukee, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
hi, i'm thabisa, a passionate nanny with 2+ years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and school-aged kids. I adapt to any parenting style, creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. i'm patient, adaptable, and great at fostering communication between parents and children. I have my own reliable car and a CPR...
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Waukee, IA

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Adisyn, I have been working with children since I turned 16 and quickly found my passion within it. I have been a full time nanny for the last 5 years specializing in infant/toddler care, with experience teaching and managing swim lessons. Additionally I have worked in many before and after school programs....
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Bondurant, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
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...
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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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Waukee, IA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
Hi, My name is Klarisa. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 7 years of experience caring for children, from infants to pre-teens. In my free time I enjoy reading, yoga, being out in nature, and I also love baking! I am more than happy to help with meal preparation, light housekeeping, and...
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  • 34 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.11/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 Des Moines, IA

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Des Moines, IA, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $19.11. 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 Des Moines, 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 9 infant nanny profiles near you in Des Moines, IA that you can check out. You can also read 6 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 Des Moines, 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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