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60 nannies are listed in Van Meter, IA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years

What others are saying about nannies in Van Meter, IA

Pleasant, on time and always dependable. We've hired Taylor to take care of our twins and they ABSOLUTELY love her. They always have fun and

Review for Taylor D. by Cecilia R.

Laura is wonderful with our two children, aged 1 and 4. They both adore her. She is dedicated, kindhearted, responsible, and patient. With

Review for Laura G. by Jenny J.

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

Review for Christine S. by Hilary R.

Nannies in Van Meter, IA

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Maleah D.


Van Meter, IA

$18/hr4 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Maleah . I am currently looking for a full time nanny position. I am CPR Certified and First Aid Certified. I have experience working in a daycare(infants-10yrs) I also have preschool experience and was a nanny last year to a wonderful kindergartener! Thanks have a good day!
Maleah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid

Taylor D.


Van Meter, IA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Taylor and I just started nursing school at the beginning of January, and am just looking to start filling some of my time doing what I love most! I was a nanny for the last 5 summers for many different ages, and fell in love with it! I've babysat from just a few days old, up to only a few years younger than...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We are new to the area and needed an overnight sitter (yikes!!) Taylor was wonderful. She came over to meet us, the kids, and the dogs. She did a great job connecting with both kids, keeping them active and engaged while we were away, as well as following pet care...

Elizabeth C.

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Laura G.


Winterset, IA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Taking Care Of Your Little Ones

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been watching kids since I was 12. I started with church day care, with me watching the kids and the parents in the other room. When I was 13-ish I started babysitting for families. And usually watching their kids while the parents went out on date nights. I had a few families I would watch their kids weekly. I have...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura is wonderful with our two children, aged 1 and 4. They both adore her. She is dedicated, kindhearted, responsible, and patient. With her extensive experience with babies, toddlers, and kids, Laura understands their needs and wants, taking care of them...

Jenny J.

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Joanna H.


Winterset, IA

$23-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm 22 years old and been professionally nannying since I was out of high school. I love going to the parks, exploring with kids, and finding fun ways they can learn! Im looking for a 35+ hours a week, with benefits. I hope to hear from you! :)
Joanna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Emma V.


Cumming, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I currently work full time teaching 3-year-old preschool and directing a before and after school childcare program. I am patient, reliable and creative when it comes to working with kids. I have 10+ years of babysitting and nannying and I have worked professionally with children since I graduated college with my bachelors degree...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Colby T.


Winterset, IA

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Memories Maker

Hi my name is Colby! ! I am a reliable and compassionate caregiver who is passionate about working with children. I have experience working in a daycare as a teacher for 1-year-olds. I have also nannied for multiple families. During the school year, I work as a school psychologist so I have background in child development and...
Colby can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Jaiden L.


Cumming, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Amazing Nanny, Creating A Safe Environment For Good Humans To Grow!

I have 4 years of nannying experience, from newborns to 11-year-olds! I am happy to help with Light Housekeeping and Errands, and of course supervise kiddos during pool & playtime! I found my love for childcare through my passion for dance and coaching! I enjoy creating an atmosphere where kiddos can grow and thrive into...
Jaiden can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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Kayla C.


Winterset, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

Hi, my name is Kayla. I am a first grade teacher looking for a summer gig! I have 9 years of experience working in education and 15 years of experience in childcare and nannying. I would love to hear back from you!
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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Christine S.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"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 is so gentle and patient with them; always teaching them new things, they light up when she comes in the...

Hilary R.

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Jill H.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Teacher Moving To Kalamazoo, MI

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Dear Family, I am a former preschool teacher of 20 years, have 10 years of full-time nanny experience, CPR/FA certified, and have a B. A. in education. I love babies, toddlers, and preschoolers! I enjoy watching children grow and helping them learn! I am willing to do light housework but not be a housekeeper. I love animals...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We couldn't have been more happy with Jill!!!"

Laura E.

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Alexa C.


Johnston, IA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Children Loving Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!"

chase A.

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Courtney E.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood

I'm a high school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience. I've...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I are new to Minneapolis and we had a lot of anxiety hiring a complete stranger to sit for our son. Courtney completely put us at ease - she is kind, trustworthy and knows what she's doing when it comes to caring for kids! Our son took to her...

Jennifer W.

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Katie J.


Urbandale, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Nanny For Hire

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I currently work at the Veterans Benefits Administration as a Rating Veteran Service Representative. I have 2 years of experience being a nanny for a wonderful family that has moved out of state. I have a BS in Early Childhood Education with an endorsement in Special Education and an AS in Human Services. I am trustworthy and...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie is very personable and super sweet - she brought a touch book for my daughter. Even though I couldn't use her when I had planned on it, I am definitely keeping her number for the future!"

Michelle M.

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Grace H.


Adel, IA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Outgoing And Nurturing Date Night Sitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a 21-year-old nursing student currently studying at Grandview University! So I am CPR certified. I'm from Adel and transferred this semester from the University of Iowa. Last Jan-August I was a full-time nanny to 3 kids 5 and under. So I have tons of experience with the young age group. I most recently have extensive...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace was a great babysitter for our 6-month old. At the time, he hadn't been away from us besides with family, and we really needed someone to watch him for a couple hours each week. Grace showed up on time, communicated well with us, and worked well with our...

Jacob G.

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Marrissa M.


Grimes, IA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Caring, And Creative Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Marrissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Marrissa is very kind and loving. She becomes part of the family and kids love her. She is very dependable and I would hire Marrissa again in a heartbeat."

Tammy W.

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Francesca E.


Linden, IA

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Francesca. I moved to Florida in January of 2017 and started working as a full time nanny. I loved it, but I ended up moving back home to Iowa in 2022. Prior to Florida, I worked as a full time pharmacy technician and would babysit often. I kept my pharmacy license and still help out in the pharmacy today. I...
Francesca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Frankie is amazing with kids! She engages them- and gets down on their level to stimulate their imagination and their need to be active. She's responsible and I would never hesitate to have her care for my child as I know they would always be in capable,...

Tricia C.

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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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Madilyn T.


West Des Moines, IA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

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...
Madilyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madi was our full-time nanny for two years for our three children. When she started caring for our children, they were ages: 1, 4, 4. She was very reliable and dependable. She was never late. We trusted her to bring the children to many activities in the summer and...

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Brenna H.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Brenna and I am 22 years old! My hobbies include hiking, reading books, hanging out with my boyfriend and just being outdoors! I would say I'm a risk taker! I have an extroverted and bubbly personality and if you ask anyone I never grew out of my inner child! I love to have fun and enjoy life. I have been...
Brenna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brenna was our full-time summer nanny in 2022. Our kids are 7 and 9. She showed up everyday and gave us advance notice of the one time she needed to take off for a family event. Everyday she took the kids somewhere and did something. They never watched more than 1...

Kylie F.

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Peyton L.


West Des Moines, IA

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Peyton can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 and school and goal oriented. She has done an amazing job at both of her employments. She has been a lifeguard...

Wendy L.

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Nannies in Van Meter, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.