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Marisa C.

Altoona, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hi! I'm an friendly, patient, and creative educator seeking part time work to supplement my income. I've earned my degree in both Early Childhood and Elementary Education, as well as having over 10 years of experience working with children via teaching and nannying. I love organizing, art, children's literature, vintage decor,...
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Des Moines, IA

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Courtney. I currently live in Des Moines, and graduated with a B. S. in Neuroscience and a certificate in English and Creative Writing at the University of Iowa in 2021. I have been a summer-time nanny for a few years and have 10+ years of experience babysitting. I have coached youth soccer for 4 years and love all...
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Ashley S.

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Ashley and I have been working with children for seven years. I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I have worked with children in many settings such as in-home daycare, a lead teacher position at a daycare center, nannying, and many hours of in-school...
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Part-time Caregiver

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am 53yrs old, grand mother of 7. I have several years experience in a variety of child care positions. We have lived in Maryland for 4 years. I have excellent references.
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Child care

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for. For the past four years, I've enjoyed supporting families as a reliable childcare provider. My college degree has provided me with a solid foundation. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games...
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Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I started baby sitting when I was 13. Then I was a live in nanny. I have been an associate teacher in 2nd grade special education, and a preschool teacher for 2-5-year-olds. I do know that children learn the most through hands-on active play and I am not afraid for them (or...
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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
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Loving And Caring It Doesn't Matter The Age.

Grimes, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I would like to tell you a little bit about myself. As long as I can remember I dreamed of being a mom. I surrounded myself with children. I began to babysit full time over the summers when I was only 11 years old. Starting with two little girls named Mindy and Heather, who lived just down the street. I spent several evenings...

Justine P. says "Mindy has been our family's nanny for 6.5 years now. She has taken care of our twin girls since they were 7 months old, and has been with our 3rd child...

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Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
I love children! I have 3 little, 6, 3, and 1. I have years of experience, from nannying to teaching and doing the school runs. I am looking for opportunities that allow me to bring my kids with me. The two big kids are in school, one full time, so we do have a schedule to work around. We need to stay around the WDM area...
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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
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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Ankeny, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello. My name is Karissa. I am currently 34 years old. I have lived in the Des Metro most of my life except the one year I lived in Chicago. I am single with no children. I have worked with children for 20 years. I have worked in many childcare settings. From childcare/preschool facilities, summer nanny positions, and other...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Over the past many years of my life I have been surrounded by children, and the act of taking care of them. My most valuable traits when working alongside parents to ensure their children are protected and cared for is my empathy, creativity, observation skills, and passion for child development. I have worked as a nanny for...
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Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Quynn. I have always had a passion for kids. I have been babysitting since the age of 13 and completed a certified babysitting course. I am the oldest of my siblings, am actively involved in their lives and have grown up helping take care of them. I also volunteered at my churches nursery for 3 years and have lots...
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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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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
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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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Fun, Outgoing Babysitter/Nanny

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a 26-year-old nanny with 8+ years of childcare experience. From working as a babysitter, with companies, to finding families myself on Care. com, I provide some of the best care to your children and family. I have my BA in Psychology, hoping to go back sometime and get my MA in...
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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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Nanny

Johnston, IA

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$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a certified teacher with 8 years of experience, I'm enthusiastic about nurturing the growth of young minds. My passion for fostering children's development and making a positive impact on their lives inspired me to become a caregiver. Parents can expect regular written reports and open verbal communication about their child's...
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Jewel T.'s Photo

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am a 21 yr old college student seeking a job to fill all the free time that I have. I was a live in nanny when I lived in Florida I cared for 3 children ages 8, 11 and a 3-year-old Autistic boy, my duties were to take them to and from school, help with cleaning, homework, and cooking meals for them. I have 5+ years experience...
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Stephanie M.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have lived in the Des Moines area for about 4 years now. I do work full time as an occupational therapy assistant, but have a very flexible schedule. I am returning to school at DMU in August to get my doctorate of occupational therapy. I am looking for something flexible, most likely...
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