Find nannies in Urbandale, IA that you’ll love

60 nannies are listed in Urbandale, IA

The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years

Nannies in Urbandale, IA

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Aubrey M.


Urbandale, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Available Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Aubrey can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"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 and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even on a school night. When we returned home everything was...

Kristin R.

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Shelby L.


Urbandale, IA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Shelby. I have over 10 years of experience working in the early childhood education field. I'm a mature, reliable, flexible, and high-energy caregiver, with a passion for teaching and caring for children! I've been working with children since I was in high school. I worked from 2013 to 2019 in a child care...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shelby is a delight! She has a genuine passion and love for children! Shelby is reliable and very dedicated to what she does. She enjoys engaging and has a joyful spirit! Shelby is trustworthy and honest. It is an honor to have her as a friend and apart of my child...

Jill O.

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Meredith S.


Urbandale, IA

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

Hi! I am a 18-year-old, studying nutrition and exercise science at the University of Missouri. This summer, I would love to nanny for a family in need! I am great with kids, boys and girls of all age ranges. I can cook, clean, drive, and entertain. My previous work experience as a lifeguard has given me practice in handling...
Meredith can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Megan J.


Urbandale, IA

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I currently have a full time nanny position that runs Monday-Thursday but am looking for extra positions outside of that time frame to help me save up for law school in August! For background about myself, I graduated from Simpson College in May and will be heading off to law school at summer's end! In my nanny/babysitting...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Elli S.


Urbandale, IA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

Last summer, I was a nanny for 2 girls (ages 9 and 11). We had a lot of fun going to the pool, doing crafts, watching movies, playing outside, and just enjoying summer! I often transported them to summer math class, to friends' houses, and the pool. I was responsible for feeding the girls lunch everyday and keeping the house...
Elli can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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Carter J.


Urbandale, IA

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Or Nanny

I began baby-sitting while I was in middle school and have continued to baby-sit for children of all ages and with different needs. I have a little sister who is eight years younger than me, so I have had many opportunities to care for a young child even in my own home. I was also a special Ed associate for a year. I have been a...
Carter can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Fae M.


Urbandale, IA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have 2 plus years of experience babysitting and nannying children. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I also can help with learning activities and school work.
Fae can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Madelyn B.


Urbandale, IA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

I have been babysitting and nannying for families for the past 7 years. I absolutely love it, and I have experience with children ages 2/3mo-15 years old! I am the oldest child in my family, so it has always come naturally to me. ;) I have experience with childcare and teaching children with various disabilities, and I am...
Madelyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alexandra G.


Urbandale, IA

$12-25/hr2 yrs exp

Happy Kids Make My Heart Happy

Hello, my name is Ali and I have recently been a nanny for a family of three kids and baby sat on multiple occasions. I have experience working at camps like Vacation Bible School. I also have taken many classes on child development and education as a part of my college coursework. My previous jobs have included pet care,...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Jo O.


Urbandale, IA

$20-28/hr1 yrs exp

I am seeking a part-time summer nanny position. (I would consider full time nanny position year round for the right family). Currently, I am a Special Ed Associate at an elementary school with summers off. I have a Bachelors degree with many years of experience working with children of all ages. I have 3 kids of my own who are...
Jo can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Abigal M.


Urbandale, IA

$20/hr14 yrs exp

About Abby

Hi! My name is Abby and I am an Iowa Native. I have been around children my whole life . I have nannied for several years and also babysat for numerous families. My experience ranges for all age groups. I find joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I love incorporating outside playtime, music, crafts and so much more....
Abigal can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Highschool student who can nanny throughout the summer! In my spare time, I like to read a lot, reading has always been a steady hobby for me. I also like to write short stories in my spare time. I also love to swim and have been a kids swimming instructor in the past. My first job with kids was volunteer work with special...
Cooper can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hailee D.


Urbandale, IA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Hailee and I am originally from Fort Dodge Iowa. I grew up in a large military family that caused me to move around a lot growing up. Because of all of these moves I have become a very loving, spontaneous, and outgoing person. I have been nannying since I was 15 for multiple families. I graduated from Mercy college...
Hailee can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Grace N.


Urbandale, IA

$15-17/hr6 yrs exp

Hey there! I am an 21-year-old Social Work student at Cedarville University in Ohio. I have babysat many families over the course of the past 7 years. I have experience with all ages, including newborns. I have a friendly, caring, patient, and fun personality, so I get along well with children. I am certified in CPR and the...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Allison W.


Urbandale, IA

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Alli And I Have A Passion Working With Children And Adolescents With Special Needs!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started working with kids when I became a nanny for my neighbors. They have 6 kids and I would watch them Monday-Friday and was responsible for making lunch and entertaining the kids. I've also worked at an after school program at an elementary school. I currently work PRN at ChildServe where I get to work with kids how have...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Susan W.


Urbandale, IA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter

Hello! I'm Susan & I worked at a child care center as a teacher in the infant classroom for 4 years, I've been a nanny in the past, & I currently work at a different child care center/preschool in the preschool room and have been there for over 5 years now. I have a daughter of my own who is 10 & a daughter who is almost 2...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Katie K.


Urbandale, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Katie and I moved to DSM one year ago for my husband's job with the DSM fire department. Currently I am a nanny for two children under age 3 with another one on the way! I have 1 year experience as a preschool teacher, 4 years experience providing respite services for kids and adults with special needs and 2...
Katie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I recently moved to the Des Moines area. I have a lot of experience with different age groups through babysitting for my family and friends and by volunteering and working as a Camp Counselor and Life Guard at a Girl Scout summer camp for 4+ years. I currently nanny part-time for my two nieces (aged 2 and 4) and I am very...
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Heather F.


Urbandale, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Single Mother (44) In Urbandale (almost To The Empty Nest Stage) And I Miss Having Littles :)

I was a nanny years ago on the East Coast and then I provided in home daycare when my two kids were young. I went back to school for medical assisting and I currently work part time providing home health visits. I have a flexible schedule most days and would love to provide childcare again for families near me. I love children...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Destinee M.


West Des Moines, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I'm an experienced nanny with over a decade of dedicated childcare expertise. If you're in need of reliable and experienced help for overnight or weekend care, I'm here to assist. With a passion for providing a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment for children, I'm ready to support your family's needs. Feel...
Destinee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Destinee is AMAZING, not just as a caregiver but as a human being. She has been with our family for a while now and we would keep her forever if we could. She is truly our child's best friend. She is patient, thoughtful, creative, reliable, flexible, etc. She has...

Rachel M.

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Urbandale, IA

Aubrey M.

5.0

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 and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even on a school night. When we returned home everything was as we left it....not even a dish in...

- Kristin R.

Shelby L.

5.0

Shelby is a delight! She has a genuine passion and love for children! Shelby is reliable and very dedicated to what she does. She enjoys engaging and has a joyful spirit! Shelby is trustworthy and honest. It is an honor to have her as a friend and apart of my child and families life!

- Jill O.

Destinee M.

5.0

We were devastated when Destinee moved from our area! Our son absolutely loved her. She is so sweet and we are having such a hard time finding anyone else who matches her care! Highly recommend!

- Kelly S.

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