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I am open to assisting families with carpool, housework, meals, and taking the children to experience new things! I have a great deal of experience caring for infant through school age children!
Kennedy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.8
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am positive and energetic. I come from a family of seven kids, and I was the oldest. I have cared for kids from infants to teenagers. Most recently, I was a medic in the Navy, so even if you have kids that wipe out a lot, they are in great hands. Before I joined the Navy I used to nanny and taught all of their kids how to...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Caitlin is AMAZING with our 3 girls (ages 5-7) this past school year. They all love her so much-- she's taught them to swim, created fun hairstyles, and helped them decorate cupcakes that look like they came from a bakery (wish I could include a photos!). With kids...
Ruth C.
Amy D.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Nanny / House Manager - Specializes In Newborns, Multiples, And Special Needs Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have nearly 30 years of experience working with children, I am a certified parent educator, and I have over 15 years experience working with special needs children. I have cared for children ages newborn up to teens and have experience with multiples and large families. I understand child development very well, and I am a...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious! "
Jamie C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I've been caring for children in a babysitting/nannying capacity for well over 15 years. I'm experienced in caring for children of all ages, and I am comfortable watching multiple children at once. It is always my goal to foster deep, trusting relationships with the children & families for which I care- being a safe &...
5.0
"Kayla is a great communicator and she reached out a couple of times before the job. She showed up earlier to our place and my daughter bonded with her instantly. She took good care of her and I will hire her again in the future!"
Jonathan L.
Eugenia S.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Eugenia. For the last four years I have been looking after my granddaughters (4 and 1-year-old). Now they have gone to kindergarten, and I am looking for a job as a nanny, because I get great pleasure from communicating with children. I also have more than 6 years of experience working with children of...
Eugenia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She has watched my oldest daughter since she was 2 months old up until she turned 18 months. And my youngest up until age 1. Both kiddos started daycare otherwise, we would have kept having her watch them full time! I fully had all of my trust with her when she...
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaitlin, I also go by Kait:) My experience includes 3 years of working in daycare settings, as well as nannying for two families. I have cared for ages ranging from infant to school age, and have cared for special needs children. I have my CPR certification, as well as mandatory reporter, first aid, and essentials...
Kaitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlin has been AWESOME with our little girl who is 5 months old.
Shows up on time or early.
Gives our daughter all her attention.
Cleaned up the house and did dishes without being asked.
She is kind and wonderful!"
Shauna V.
Kennady M.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hi there! I currently work at Lily Pad daycare in the 2-year-old and baby room. I've been working there for over 3 years now, but I'm looking to become a nanny. I love working with children and helping them learn! I'm very flexible and super friendly!
Kennady can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kennady loves working with kids and has a special gift for connecting with all ages. Very loving and nurturing young woman."
Chad M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison, I am 24 years old and I have a daughter. I am a Licensing Caseworker. In June, I will be going back to school to obtain an MSW. I enjoy being outside, doing crafts, and finding fun things my toddler enjoys.
I am a CPR/First Aid Instructor through the AHA.
I have experience nannying from college, I...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison helped us out in a tough situation. She watched our 10 month old daughter in our hotel room when we were visiting the Waterloo area to attend a wedding. We checked in with her periodically throughout the day and she kept our daughter safe and entertained....
Haley H.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 21 years old looking for a full time nanny job. I have worked at a couple learning centers/daycares, working with ages newborn- 6 years old and I have also nannied for multiple families. I also have babysat in the past randomly or as a summer job. I am the oldest of seven kids (ages 1-20). My mom has owned a daycare my...
Hayleigh can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there!
I am passionate about child care. I am looking to build a connection not only with your children, but with your family so as to support your values as a parent. Diversity and inclusion are important to me.
I work at a local preschool in the 2-year-old classroom. Additionally, I have served as a part time babysitter...
Madylin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
My name is Shelby, I have 10 years worth of in-home nannying experience, 2 years experience being a 6th Grade Science Teacher, and I currently teach 4th Grade at Summit Schools in Cedar Rapids. I graduated from Coe College with my Elementary Education Degree in 2018.
I am looking to provide care to your family that is fun for...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Anna S.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$23/hr • 9 yrs exp
9 Years Of Early Childhood Experience, Including A 2 Year Old Of My Own.
I have quite the background when it comes to education and working with children. I graduated in 2015 from NICC with a certificate in Early Childhood Education: from there I went on to teaching 3/4-year-old preschool at a school in for 5. 5 years; then became a para at the high school, I was also a nanny for a summer between...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I absolutely love kids! I have had experience watching babies as young as 4 months old. I have also had experience watching twin girls ages two, I've babysat for a family with one 9-month-old, a 3-year-old and a 6-year-old. In high school and a little in college, I also babysat at my church on Sunday nights and was sometimes...
Catherine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Avery and I am the oldest of 5 kids! I have numerous cousins and have been a babysitter for my family for a long time. I am going to Kirkwood Community College full time and am looking for nannying for evenings and weekends, as well as babysitting jobs! I am comfortable with multiple kids and infants, as well as...
Avery can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have 7 years of experience caring for others. I am an amazing cook, who can provide meals to a variety of diets. I can help with light housekeeping, general tasks and errands. I am patient, kind and absolutely love people & getting to know someone. I am a quick learner, mutable & polite. I have little toleration for meanness...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a married mom of 4 children ages 23, 21, 20, 17. I operated an in home daycare out of my home for approximately 15 years. I have my Child Development Associate degree. I have worked in the childcare industry for over 25 years. I recently have been taking care of a Special needs 4-year-old. I think being a nanny is a nice...
Darrah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Tyvaiah, I'm 18 years old! I am looking for a part time nanny job this summer, 4 days a week! I have a reliable car, I live in Marion but I am willing to drive 15-20 minutes. I'm the oldest of 5 and have constantly babysat kids since I can remember whether it be brothers and sisters or nieces and nephews. I love...
Tyvaiah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Chloe R.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Chloe and I'm 21 years old. I have been working in childcare for 5 years between daycares , nannying and babysitting!
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madilynn P.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I worked at Wee School for Little People during the summer of 2019 helping to care for children and engage them in numerous activities. I also was a nanny to 3 children this past summer (2023). I am currently a member of the Coe College volleyball and...
Madilynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as reliable, kind, and smart.
I like working with kids because they have so much curiosity about the world! I love teaching and supporting their exploration.
I started working with kids when my family started fostering children when I was a teenager. I have been working professionally with kids for...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Palo, IA
Caitlin P.
4.0
Caitlin helped us out with our 2 girls when we were in a pinch for childcare. She was so great with them! They both felt comfortable with her and even learned some sign language! We wish we could have kept her around longer but unfortunately she was moving on to bigger and better things:)
- Erin S.
Amy D.
5.0
Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious!
- Jamie C.
Kayla G.
5.0
Kayla was awesome with my three year old !
- Care member
Eugenia S.
5.0
Eugenia is a phenomenal care provider. She is patient, experienced, and very organized. My child enjoyed the guidance and care
- Robert C.
Kaitlin M.
5.0
Kaitlin has been AWESOME with our little girl who is 5 months old.
Shows up on time or early.
Gives our daughter all her attention.
Cleaned up the house and did dishes without being asked.
She is kind and wonderful!
- Shauna V.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Palo, IA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Palo, IA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Palo, IA is as of is $16.00 per hour as of May, 2024. 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.
How can I find a nanny near me in Palo, IA?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Palo, IA?
You can find different nanny services in Palo 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 Palo, IA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.