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78 newborn nannies are listed in Ames, IA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 5 years
Newborn nannies in Ames, IA
I am a student at the University of Northern Iowa majoring in Elementary and Middle level education. I have a passion for working with children and have nannied for many different families over the past 5+ years! I love engaging in creative activities and making sure the children are having the most fun they can. I have lots of...
Nora can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am writing to express my interest in the position of Family Provider, Nanny, and Housekeeper with your family. As a highly experienced and passionate individual in these roles, I am confident that I can make a positive contribution to your household. In addition to my technical skills, I am a compassionate and caring...
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We are writing to recommend Teresa for the position of nanny or household assistant within your family. We had the pleasure of having Ms. E. as a household helper and nanny for our teenage special-needs child for the past six months, and she has been an...
Kai L.
Hi, I am 21 years old and currently a junior at State University. I am very reliable and patient with children. I have 10 years of experience, ages newborns to 10+. I am also willing to help with extra things, like light housekeeping, laundry, travel, errands. I am currently looking for a full-time summer nanny job!
Mckinna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 6 years of nannying and babysitting experience from ages newborn-9! I love playing games and reading with kids, and always enjoy going for walks!
Jentry can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
(1)
My experience in childcare consists of years of babysitting (ages ranging from a newborn-12 years old), two consecutive summers of being a full time nanny for two different families (ages ranging from 2-12) and working for after school childcare at an elementary school for 2 years.
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Was great with communication and made the girls feel comfortable in their time with her."
Sara S.
I am a middle school ESL teacher and am finishing up my second year of teaching! I have worked with newborn babies up to school age children and really enjoy getting to know each and every child!
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience nannying 2 young girls for my entire senior year of high school. I interacted with them both indoors and outdoors doing various activities. I also was responsible for their after school snack and ensuring they had their homework done. I also have 13 siblings of all ages and I'm the middle child, so I have...
Ella can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ella is GREAT with kids. She loved our kids and took care of them while we were at work. I would never use the word babysitter because Ella did more than babysit—she cared for our children: helping them with homework, playing with them, taking them places, etc. "
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Hannah T.
Ames, IA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am so excited to get to know you and your family! I have been babysitting/nannying for 10 years now. I am also a junior in college getting my degree in Early Childhood Education. When I am not in class, I am typically working at the daycare that I work at. I love working with and spending time with...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Emma P.
Ames, IA
$10-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am currently entering my senior year at Iowa State University where I am studying Family and Consumer Sciences Education; I hope to become a Home Economics teacher. I have four years of child care experience both in a center as well as in-home. I am comfortable with any age group, newborn to school-age. I love helping and...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
I have many years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping, and many other tasks. Working with children brings me so much joy and I cannot wait to find a great family to work for!
Hi, my names Mariah! I love working with children and am so excited to find a nanny job for this summer! I currently live...
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate, hardworking nanny with an abundance of patience. Have provided nanny care for many different families. Love working with children. An Early Childhood Middle Childhood major. 10+ years of experience.
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Elle S.
Ames, IA
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Elle, and I'm seeking for a nanny position! I am 21 years old and I attend Iowa State University. Although, I'm looking for a nannying position, I'd also be willing to help out in the evenings and during the week! I'll be living in Glenwood, IA, this summer and I would be willing to travel for no more than 30 minutes. I...
Elle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Leola A.
Ames, IA
$12-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a current freshman at the University of Iowa but will be home for winter break and am looking to nanny or babysit. I love working with children. I've babysat since the age of 13 and began nannying over the summers at 16. I have 7 years of experience and I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands.
Leola can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
My name is Lydia, and I am a Special Education teacher in the Clear Creek Amana School District. I am occasional nannying/babysitting/jobs or tutoring services after school or on the weekends! I am located in the Cedar Rapids area. I have been a nanny for several years, and have 3+ years experience working at a daycare center...
Lydia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Autumn! I have 7 years of experience in childcare with being a nanny, caring for a 2-month-old for an entire month on my own when her mom was unable, babysitting for lots of families often.
Autumn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Autumn is the baby whisperer! She nannied for us for 8 months! My sweet COVID baby had a lot of issues with strangers other than Mommy. Within a few days, Autumn had charmed her, and leaving my infant in Autumn's loving care became a breeze. She was extremely...
Christina S.
Hello, my name is Megan. I am 21 years old, just moved to Lancaster about 2 months ago from Iowa with some family. I have a 6-year-old brother and a 7-year-old sister that I watched all the time. I come from a huge family, and I have watched lots of kids of all ages, anywhere from newborn to 14 years old. When I was 16, I was a...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
With over 15 years of childcare experience, I am a dedicated bilingual nanny. I take pride in nurturing children's growth, creating a safe and enriching environment. My commitment and positive reviews speak to the trust I've built with families over the years. Your child's well-being and development are my top priorities.
Marcela can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jaci C.
Ames, IA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Jaci! I am currently a student at ISU. I just completed my Associate of Arts last year, and competed on the Women's Basketball team at Iowa Central Community College. In high school I was active in 4H, FFA, Basketball, Volleyball, and Track. Currently, I am taking classes here at Iowa State to complete my...
Jaci can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
I am 21 years old and I have 6 years of experience with childcare. I have worked in a childcare center as well as nannying for the past 4 summers and babysitting occasionally. I am currently a senior at Iowa State University majoring in Elementary Education. I will be moving back home this summer so I am open to traveling up to...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Rachelle and I am 39 years old. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have been getting paid for babysitting for 12 years but have been babysitting for a long time before that. I substituted at a child care learning center. I usually worked with kids or so...
Rachelle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachelle is fun, responsible, punctual, flexible and takes her job of caring for children very seriously. All children just love her. She has a knack of relating to them on their level of play while instructing and educating them all at the same time. Anyone who...
Glori L.
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Ames, IA
Teresa E.
5.0
Teresa is reliable and professional. She is always on time and comes ready for the day. She is proactive and stays busy at the house (which always looks amazing at the end of day). She is kind and loving and can certainly be trusted as a nanny, caregiver or house manager.
- Katelyn B.
Abigail G.
5.0
Was great with communication and made the girls feel comfortable in their time with her.
- Sara S.
Ella T.
5.0
Ella is GREAT with kids. She loved our kids and took care of them while we were at work. I would never use the word babysitter because Ella did more than babysit—she cared for our children: helping them with homework, playing with them, taking them places, etc.
- Care member
Autumn L.
5.0
Autumn is the baby whisperer! She nannied for us for 8 months! My sweet COVID baby had a lot of issues with strangers other than Mommy. Within a few days, Autumn had charmed her, and leaving my infant in Autumn's loving care became a breeze. She was extremely careful to follow the parenting style...
- Christina S.
Rachelle L.
5.0
Rachelle has been great with my very busy 3 year old. She's caring, attentive, punctual, dependable and trustworthy! Takes great care of my daughter so I don't have to worry while at work. Would definitely recommend Rachelle!
- Ashley L.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Ames, IA
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Ames, IA?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Ames, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $15.28 per hour as of May, 2024. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in Ames, IA?
There are 78 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Ames, IA on Care.com. You can also read 27 for newborn nannies near you.
How do I find a newborn nanny service near me in Ames, IA?
It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Ames, IA. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.
Ratings for Ames, IA newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Ames, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 78 listed newborn nannies.