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60 nannies are listed in Polk City, IA
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Polk City, IA
Lindsey G.
Ankeny, IA
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lindsey, and I have a passion for working with children. I am 22 years old. I have experience nannying, two years at a daycare, and involved in helping with children at my church. My favorite thing to do with children is teach them to explore the outdoors, and I love to read to them! I have an Australian...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kara and my experience with child care is:
Being an overnight camp counselor for the summer, a nursery coordinator with my church, swim teacher, and nanny.
I am the type of person who enjoys being active and creating engaging ways for children to spend their time. I love being outside, doing anything in the water,...
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Rachel M.
Ankeny, IA
$13-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Rachel! I am a current sophomore at Iowa State University, majoring in Elementary Education. I love working with kids, taking time to get to know them, and exploring ways to help them learn and grow! I have experience babysitting, working with 4-5-year-olds at a daycare, and nannying for a family last summer. I am...
Natalie P.
Johnston, IA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am a very patient and responsible person with about a year of experience as a nanny/babysitter. I have worked mostly with older kids but I have a 2-year-old brother and a 4-year-old sister so I am experienced with young kids as well! I love doing crafts and playing games. I am also willing to help out with household...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I am Mikayla! I am a dependable, organized, fun, friendly, enthusiastic, trustworthy, and patient college athlete.
I am looking for opportunities to help pay my way through school!
I grew up in a family of 10 and have 4 younger siblings that I have always helped. I started babysitting for other families when I was 12....
5.0
"Mikayla arrived on time for the babysitting job. She was super respectful of our instructions and when we returned home our baby seemed happy so we are happy! "
Care member
Hello everyone, I am an early childhood teacher in the Ankeny area looking to make a little extra money doing what I love! I graduated from Iowa State University in 2017 with a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education unified with Special Education, and have had multiple nannying experiences over the past 7 years. I am a...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 2 years of experience working with children ages 0-13 years. I have worked as a summer nanny for a family with a 5 and 12-year-old, at WIC, at Iowa State University Extension and have some training with special needs children (g-tube & catheterization). I love animals and children. I love teaching and doing crafts. I...
Angie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Maggie. I started baby sitting in middle school. My parents would go on double dates with friends. I would watch my brother, and their daughter and son. Their son had autism but the 2 of us had a special bond. I also started baby sitting for a family in high school that had 3 kids. Twins who were between 3-4 and their...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a full time middle and high school teacher seeking some additional work in the summer! I love kids and getting to do all the fun summer activities! I was a nanny for 6 years in high school and college and enjoyed them all. I am looking for part time, flexible hours as I do have some commitments with my full time job...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ciera! I am currently looking for a full time nanny position for 1 or 2 children in or near Ankeny. I have a bachelor's degree from Bethel University in St. Paul, MN in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I was a teacher from 2017 to 2021 in Alaska and Iowa. From 2021 to 2023 I nannied/ babysat several...
Ciera can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I was a summer nanny for a 7-month-old and a 2-year-old! I love spending time and caring for little ones! I come from a family with 6 siblings, so I've been around children my whole life and have tons of experience.
Hallie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"
Kaitlin G.
Adam S.
Johnston, IA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have one year experience nannying full time for three kids from the ages of 3-8. However, I've been around childcare for 18 years as my mom is an in-home day care provider. In addition to nannying, I'm comfortable with cooking and light cleaning.
Adam can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 2 years of experience on care. com. I also have nannied previous. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I am currently attending school for elementary education with a minor in special education. Wanting a summer full of adventures and fun!!
Sadie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Leah W.
Ankeny, IA
$15-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Am Looking For A Nanny Position For Summer Of 2024! I Love Working With Kids And I Can't Wait.
Hello! I am looking to get a nanny position for summer of 2024! I have nannied for the last 2 summers and have great experience from it. I love being around kids. I am 20 years old and a student at Iowa State University majoring in dietetics :)
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Jori W.
Ankeny, IA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jori and I am currently a sophomore at the University of Iowa. I'm back home for the summer and would love to find a wonderful family to work for. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 14 and absolutely adore kids. I love to be creative and come up with new adventures and activities for the kids to...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Emma, a graduate student new to the area! I have been a Nanny since I was 16 (I am now 23). I have experience with taking care of both boys and girls ages 2-14. I have worked at an elementary after school program, as well as independently for families. I have had a large variety of jobs, but child care has...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I have a degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services with a minor in History. I worked at a childcare center for three years in college, working with children ranging from six weeks through fifth grade. I love working with children and helping foster positive development! I am also comfortable with food preparation, light house...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hannah R.
Elkhart, IA
$17-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Hannah, I am 20 years old and have 5 years of experience under my belt! I helped out at an in home daycare over the summers from the time I was 14 until I was 16 and babysat in between the summers on occasion. I was a nanny for two families both during the school year and in the summer from the time I was 17 up until...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi, I'm Krista. I have been a nanny for 4 years. I am looking for a summer job to occupy me until I return to school in the fall. I have open availability, and am willing to drive kids to lessons, camps, play dates, and more.
Krista can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding nannies in Polk City, IA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Polk City, IA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Polk City, IA is as of is $13.00 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.
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