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Lexy R.

Part-Time Babysitter/nanny

Waukee, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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Hi I'm Lexy! I'm 26 years old! I have been watching kids since I was in middle school, and I live in West Des Moines IA! I am CPR and first aid certified and have worked in a daycare for over two years in my hometown, plus a year of working in the infant/1-year-old room at a daycare in Des Moines, I have been a nanny since 2021!...
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Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi all! My name is Hannah and I am attending Des Moines University for their OTD program! I am living in the waukee area! I have had many years of babysitting and just this past 6 months have been nannying for a family with four kiddos! I have reliable transportation, and certified in first aid/CPR. I am available randomly...
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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
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 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
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 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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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
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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. I started baby sitting when I was around 10, and I have even worked at a professional day care where I worked with infants all the way to school-age children. I enjoy spending time...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Mama Of Two - Looking To Get A Part-time Job!

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! My name is Kayt! I am currently looking for a part-time recurring nanny job to earn a little extra cash. I am a single mama to two amazing kiddos, my son is 4 and my daughter is 6. We live in Johnston. I work full-time in HR but have a few days off a week where my kiddos are in school/programs, as well as some...
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Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Nanny

Johnston, IA

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$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Fun & Experienced Part-Time Nanny!

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Kaylee, and I have been working with kiddos for the last 15 years. I was a dance instructor in Kansas City where I worked with children ages 18 months to 10 years old. I also spent my time in KC babysitting for three different families during the summer, date nights, and overnights when parents traveled. Between...
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Des Moines, IA

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Part-time Caregiver

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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Ashley S.

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Child care

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Child Care

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Fun, Outgoing Babysitter/Nanny

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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