Find nannies in West Des Moines, IA that you’ll love

60 nannies are listed in West Des Moines, IA

The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years

Nannies in West Des Moines, IA

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Lisa W.


West Des Moines, IA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

The Summer Fun Nanny/ Part Time And Summer Tutoring

Hello! I've been a special education teacher for many years and would love to pick up some extra summer hours working with fabulous children and families. I would love to play games, go to the park, swim, read, and tap into the interests of your child(ren) . I can also help with summer tutoring to help make sure that your...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Arial R.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Most Awesome Nanny Ever!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Arial! I am currently unavailable, I recently just had my first child and have been spending my days with him! I have six years of experience. I currently live in West Des Moines. I can help with Travel, errands, grocery shopping, preparing meals, homework and housekeeping! I have many certifications...
Arial can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Addison S.


West Des Moines, IA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Energetic Nanny/sitter

Hi! My name is Addison, I have approximately 8 years of experience in childcare. I've grown up around children between the ages of infancy to 10 years old, while providing care to children up 11 years old. I am extremely reliable, patient, and creative so I'm good at keeping the little ones entertained for short and long periods...
Addison can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Elyse W.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nights, Weekends And Or Summer Time Nanny!

My name is Elyse, and I am currently an instructional coach at a Des Moines metro school. I have many experiences ranging from teaching to district teacher leadership within my last 9 years in education. I have received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in...
Elyse can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel D.


West Des Moines, IA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

6 Years Of Special Education Teaching Experience, Consistent, Caring, Quality Caregiver .

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, laidback, communicative. I like working with kids because kids are the best. I love to help them grown and learn the world around them. I'm looking for a job that is consistent, in West Des Moines (near home), and allows me to grow. I started working with kids when I was in high school, I...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jessica H.


West Des Moines, IA

$22-25/hr2 yrs exp

Playful

I nanny all my cousins growing up, since they were new born, I've tutor small kids before and study child development when I attended college for psychology. I can help with Swimming Supervision.
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lydia. With years of childcare experience under my belt, I'm seeking a full-time or part time nanny position. I'm eager to find a family to grow with and provide consistent, loving care! I have been a nanny since the age of 13! I have lots of experience and references. I'm looking for a nanny job because...
Hi Everyone! My name is Natalie A. and I am looking for a full time nanny position for the summer. I am a 22-year-old from Iowa, I recently graduated with a psychology degree from Iowa State University and am relocating to Florida to attend nursing school. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember, nannying for 4+...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Hi! My name is Madison K. I am eager to be your nanny and I have many years of experience of caring for other people. Since the age of 15, I have babysat, nannied, provided respite care, and spent time as a CNA! I love working with children as well as helping them with their daily needs, providing fun activities for them to do,...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Ann J.


West Des Moines, IA

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Mary Poppins Iowa Version

I am a current part-time nanny for a family in Waukee, with 2 kids, a golden doodle, and occasional relatives from overseas. I do childcare, playing, bath times, reading, some meal preparation, and light housework and picking up. I am college-educated. I have passed a background check as I used to work at Children and Families...
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Kayt S.


West Des Moines, IA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mama Of Two - Looking To Get A Part-time Job!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Kayt! I am currently looking for a part-time recurring nanny job to earn a little extra cash. I am a single mama to two amazing kiddos, my son is 4 and my daughter is 6. We live in Johnston. I work full-time in HR but have a few days off a week where my kiddos are in school/programs, as well as some...
Kayt can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
I've been a nanny for almost 7 years, and I have been trained in many different childcare courses, including CPR. I'm currently a nanny for a 2-year-old boy and two 4-year-old boys. I've been with them since last summer, and they sadly have to let me go due to their father being laid off unexpectedly. I am currently looking for...
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Alexandra W.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Specialize In Mental Health

Please call me Allie! I am moving to West Des Moines for a new job and hoping to find some babysitting jobs for extra money! I will be a mental health therapist in the afternoons and will be available to help in the mornings and some evenings. I have had over 15 years of babysitting experience, including 3 summers of full-time...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Konnor D.


West Des Moines, IA

$18/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter Looking For Family To Care For

I have been working with kids since I was 14. I have babysat, nannied, and worked in multiple daycares. I have a holistic, solution-oriented focus and enjoy working with kids to learn new things and find ways to connect
I may not have experience nannying, but I know a lot about childcare. I am a special education associate at an elementary school, and work with children every day, all day. Both of my parents worked growing up, and as the oldest I took care of my sisters and I. I know how to cook, clean, do laundry, etc. I am super flexible,...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Jackie! I am currently working toward my masters degree in occupational therapy and am hoping to eventually work in pediatrics once graduated! I have been working in childcare for the past 11 years and have gained all kinds of experiences. Working at a daycare for 5 years, I learned how to balance caring for multiple...
Jackie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi hi!! I'm Jessica! Growing up my mom owned a daycare so I have been around children my entire life. I have been nannying for almost a decade (that makes me sound so old). I'm 23! When I was in high school, I taught dance and gymnastics to newborns and even 12-year-olds at a gym in Iowa. I have a safe, reliable car and an...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
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Tannah S.


West Des Moines, IA

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Organized Sitter

Hello! I have 4 years of experience working with children to all ages. I have babysat, nannied, and worked in childcare. I'm also the oldest of 12 siblings! I love working with kids, I'm currently going to school to be a pediatric nurse! I can help out with house work and online learning as well!
Tannah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amara D.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

About Me!

Hello! My name is Amara and I absolutely love caring for children! I am a full-time student at Drake University, majoring in vocal performance. I have about five years of caring for children, from nannying to being a camp counselor. I am experienced with children of all ages. I am fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and I have...
Amara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Ashlyn S.


West Des Moines, IA

$18/hr9 yrs exp

A Little About Ashlyn

Hi! My name is Ashlyn and I am a first year podiatric medical student at Des Moines University. I am looking for a summer job between my 1st and 2nd year of medical school. I have been nannying for over 9 years and am CPR and Basic Life Support certified. Before medical school I worked as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in...
Ashlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Nannies in West Des Moines, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.