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Marrissa M.

Professional, Caring, And Creative Nanny

Grimes, IA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
With over 10 years of experience in childcare, I have had the privilege of working with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I have a strong background in running a successful daycare, both in my home and at a licensed center, which has equipped me with valuable skills in managing routines, nurturing growth, and...

Ashley W. says "Marrissa is a phenomenal nanny! We have 4 girls ages 4 months to 7.5 years and she is always coming up with fun crafts, games and activities that include...

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Rachel A.

Patient, Creative, And Reliable Nanny & Babysitter

Grimes, IA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! My name is Rachel, and I've been caring for children in both structured programs and private homes for several years. I spent three years providing after-school care with a non-profit and two years nannying for families while in college. I currently work as a coach for an insurance company, where I get to teach and help...
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Samantha L.

Part Time Summer Position

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I have been a teacher for the last four years teaching kindergarten. I have been working with children for over 10 years working at daycares, summer nannying for multiple years. I am currently looking for a summer nanny position for the summer.
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Jewel T.

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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Julie L.

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
15 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
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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Alyssa M.

Grimes, IA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, funny, passionate and patient! I like working with kids because they bring out the kid side in me and I enjoy being with any age! I have always loved being with kids. I'm looking for a job that I am able to build a relationship with the kids, as well as the family. I started working...
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Austin O.

Teacher

Grimes, IA

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$27/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a perfect fit for your family this summer! As an educator with 5 years of experience teaching health, technology, and physical education to students ranging from kindergarten to high school, I am passionate about connecting with children of all ages and backgrounds. With coaching experience in football, track, and...
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Melissa B.

Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Olivia K.

Experienced Childcare Provider

Grimes, IA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Olivia, and I'm a recent college graduate with 1-2 years of professional experience working with children of all ages. I spent over a year at a youth center, supporting adolescents aged 12-17. In that role, I was responsible for ensuring their safety and well-being, which included tasks such as preparing meals,...
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Kimberlee L.

Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Madeline H.

Elementary Teacher Looking For Babysitting Gigs:)

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Madeline and I am looking for occasional babysitting gigs on week nights / weekends! I'm a University of Iowa grad and am currently in my first year teaching 1st grade here in DSM!! I have years of experience nannying and working at daycares so I'm good with kiddos of all ages:) Let me know if you ever need a...

Alyssa D. says "Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutor😀♥️. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him,...

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Katherine K.

Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Christine S.

Part Time Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Babysitting by choice from the time I was 11 years old, I've always loved children and incorporated sitting and then as an adult nannying alongside being a freelance creative. Currently, nannying twins part time and have strong references from family along with former family I nanny'd twins for full time. I also have animal...

Hilary R. says "Christine has helped take care of our boys several days a week for the past year. She is dependable, kind, incredibly caring, and our twins love her.She...

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Nicole K.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I nannied all through high school and college, and have worked as a dietitian the past 4 years. I am looking for a family who would be ok with my 5-month-old son coming with me. I have experience watching multiple kids at once and I have a stepdaughter who is with us half the time, so I am used to caring after more than one...

Robert M. says "My kids had a great day with Nicole."

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Anna P.

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...

Truman J. says "Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"

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Alexa C.

Children Loving Sitter!

Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Alexa and I currently work as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. I am Adult and Child CPR/First Aid Certified. I have had a lot of childcare work through church programs, family/friend babysitting, and a couple part time summer nanny jobs. The age I have the most experience in are newborns through to...

chase A. says "Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!"

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Madilyn T.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Maddie I have 7+ years of experience working with kiddos of ALL ages. I just moved to West Des Moines at the beginning of May I have found a full time family, and I am looking for more here and there nanny/sitter opportunities. I love to get out with the kiddos that I am watching and do lots of fun activities...

Eric B. says "Maddie was great with our 3 boys! Highly responsive and arrived early. By the time we got back home, she had all 3 boys down for bed, and we arrived home to...

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Lindsay B.

Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! I am looking for a full time position with a new family! Prior to nannying, I was a 3-year-old preschool teacher for 2 years as well as a K-12 associate. I have coached high school volleyball for several years.

Care Member says "Lindsay was great with our one year old son! We will definitely be hiring her again. "

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Peyton L.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Peyton and I've been teaching children since 2016! I've always had a passion for swimming and have coached and taught at Lifetime Fitness and Kinsale Golf Club in Ohio for kids between the ages of infants to 16-years old. Ive worked as an infant teacher at a daycare in Dublin, Ohio. I would care for infants...

Wendy L. says "I am Peyton's mother. She has been an adult from the time she was three practically. She is extremely organized and structured. She is focused on future...

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Aubrey M.

Available Summer Nanny

Urbandale, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...

Kristin R. says "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...

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  • 60 nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.70/hr as of September 2025

  • The average star rating for rated nannies is 5.0

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Grimes, IA

Nannies in Grimes, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed nannies

Marrissa M.

Marrissa is a phenomenal nanny! We have 4 girls ages 4 months to 7.5 years and she is always coming up with fun crafts, games and activities...

- Ashley W.

Madeline H.

Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutor😀♥️. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started...

- Alyssa D.

Christine S.

Christine has helped take care of our boys several days a week for the past year. She is dependable, kind, incredibly caring, and our twins...

- Hilary R.

FAQs for finding nannies in Grimes, IA

The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Grimes, IA is as of is $19.70 per hour as of September, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 10 in Grimes, IA. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.

You can find different nanny services in Grimes through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Grimes, IA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.

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