Find Nannies in Urbandale, IA
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked nannies in Urbandale, IA and hire the best fit for your family.
Find nannies in Urbandale, IA that you’ll love
60 nannies are listed in Urbandale, IA
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Urbandale, IA
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & 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.
Shelby L.
Urbandale, IA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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
First Aid
Early Education
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.
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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
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, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Fae M.
Urbandale, IA
$15-25/hr • 2 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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Jo O.
Urbandale, IA
$20-28/hr • 1 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, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Cooper J.
Urbandale, IA
$13/hr • 1 yrs exp
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Hailee D.
Urbandale, IA
$20-25/hr • 6 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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Grace N.
Urbandale, IA
$15-17/hr • 6 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
Allison W.
Urbandale, IA
$16/hr • 4 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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Holly L.
Urbandale, IA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Heather F.
Urbandale, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Taylor B.
Ankeny, IA
$26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Taylor and I just recently moved to Ankeny!
I started my childcare experience at an in-home-daycare when I was 13 years old. I later worked in an after-school care program where I was responsible for a group of children (ages ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade). Before moving to Cedar Falls, I worked as a...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our...
Alex R.
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
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.
Taylor B.
5.0
Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our nanny forever! I really couldn't...
- Alex R.
Additional Nanny Services
Nanny Articles
11 options for after-school child care
July 7th, 2023 Parents manage a unique balancing act during the school year. The hours between 3 p.m. (or earlier) and 6 p.m. each day are challenging, as you try to fill ... Read more
How to know if your child is ready for kindergarten
June 4th, 2023 Kindergarten is the new first grade. That’s the word on the street if you talk to parents of school-age kids. While you... Read more
Night nanny vs. night nurse: How they help and what they cost
January 2nd, 2023 Ask any new parent and they’ll tell you: One of the most difficult adjustments after having a child is navigating the erratic, sometimes nonexistent, sleep ... Read more
Daycare tax credit: What is it and how can it benefit you?
December 5th, 2022 There are many tax credits and deductions available to parents and families, but one of the most overlooked and beneficial is taking a tax credit toward the... Read more
20 funny end-of-school-year memes for every parent crawling toward the finish line
May 10th, 2023 Parenting is almost always a tiring job, but there’s a phenomenon that happens each year from May through June that makes it even more so. I’m talking about... Read more
FAQs for finding nannies in Urbandale, IA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Urbandale, IA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Urbandale, IA is as of is $14.94 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 Urbandale, IA?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 18 in Urbandale, 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.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Urbandale, IA?
You can find different nanny services in Urbandale 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 Urbandale, IA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.