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Jennifer M.

Nurse. Mom. CPR Certified

Johnston, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pediatric RN, BSN. CPR certified. Momma. Dog mom Hi. My name is Jen. I have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from GrandView. I am a former pediatric RN (my license is current.) I am currently taking a break from nursing. I would love to help out a mom, dad, family care for their newborn/infant. I am very nurturing and...
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Olivia S.

Seeking A Full-time Nanny Job For This Spring/summer!

Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Olivia. I graduated from Iowa State in May of 2022 and am currently in grad school to be a school counselor. I live in Johnston, Iowa. I started baby sitting when I was around 10, and I have even worked at a professional day care where I worked with infants all the way to school-age children. I enjoy spending time...
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Kathryn L.

Nanny/Daycare Provider

Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
After being a stay at home mom for 12 years, I worked for 2 years in special education, and the last 4 years providing Medicaid CDAC work, home health aide work, and hospice care. I love working with all types of individuals and highly value their personal needs whether it is companionship, transportation, house keeping,...
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Katie K.

Katie, 21, Johnston, Experienced Nanny, Willing To Commute.

Johnston, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Katie! I have 3 years of experience nannying full time, and 2 additional years of daycare experience. I am currently a part time student at DMACC. I am looking for a full-time nannying position for this summer until late August when classes start up! Nannying is one of my favorite things to do because I, like most...
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Leah R.

Johnston, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I've always had a passion for children and have worked off an on with kids for years. My sweet spot is infants, toddlers and early elementary. I'm very relational and love interacting with the kids, helping them explore life, outdoors, creative play, etc. I'm looking for a couple part time / one full - time nanny option, 1-2...
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Katharine M.

Part-time Caregiver

Johnston, IA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I used to work as a social worker. For 13 years I worked in homeless shelters, case management, child welfare, medical clinics, and a hospital. However, 13 years ago I had my first child and life took a different path. I have been staying home with my kids since that time, and I have loved being a stay at home parent. Now that...
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Marrissa M.

Professional, Caring, And Creative Nanny

Grimes, IA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Ashley W. says "Marrissa is a phenomenal nanny! We have 4 girls ages 4 months to 7.5 years and she is always coming up with fun crafts, games and activities that include...

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Madeline H.

Elementary Teacher Looking For Babysitting Gigs:)

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Madeline and I am looking for occasional babysitting gigs on week nights / weekends! I'm a University of Iowa grad and am currently in my first year teaching 1st grade here in DSM!! I have years of experience nannying and working at daycares so I'm good with kiddos of all ages:) Let me know if you ever need a...

Alyssa D. says "Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutor😀♥️. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him,...

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Hope N.

Lifetime Babysitter

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
As an eldest sister of a family of 8 kids, I have spent my entire life loving kids for being themselves. I see each child as a young man or woman in the making, and I love coming alongside families to help support them in raising their kids. With a lifetime of experience, a passion for fun learning, and a corporate world...

Elizabeth H. says "I have known Hope for many years and witnessed her skills in caring for children over and over. She is dependable, hard working, and has a wonderful...

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Morgan M.

Hello :) I Am Looking For A Full Time Nanny Position

Waukee, IA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I like working with kids because I love getting to watch them learn and grow. As well as creating a bond with them while creating and exploring I'm looking for a job that provides me the flexibility that I'd like as well as the family that I can creste a good relationship with I started working with kids when I was about 12...

Care Member says "Morgan is amazing with my daughter! She is attentive, fun and is great at redirecting when needed. "

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Sarah B.

Summer Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Sarah and I am currently a 5th grade teacher in the Des Moines area. I am finishing up my fifth year of teaching and will continue teaching 5th grade next school year. I have always loved working with kids and have experience with all ages from 6 months to 14 years old. I have nannied almost every summer since I was a...

Hannah B. says "she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks...

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Chaise B.

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Chaise, and I'm a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for helping children grow and thrive. I have years of experience working with kids of all ages through both professional therapy and caregiving roles, and I love blending fun, learning, and play. Because of my professional commitments, I'm...

Brittany K. says "I have known Chaise since she was young, there are about 5 people I trust my children with and she is hands down one of them! "

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Courtney E.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
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...

Nikole T. says "Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is...

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Lindsay B.

Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am looking for a full time position with a new family! Prior to nannying, I was a 3-year-old preschool teacher for 2 years as well as a K-12 associate. I have coached high school volleyball for several years.

Care Member says "Lindsay was great with our one year old son! We will definitely be hiring her again. "

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Anna P.

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...

Truman J. says "Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"

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Lindsey T.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Lindsey. I'm from West Des Moines, IA, and grew up in Waukee. I graduated from Waukee High School in 2019 and have lots of experience caring for kids of all ages, from newborns to elementary aged. I started babysitting and nannying in high school and also worked at a daycare through the end of high school and into...

Devin B. says "Lindsey is a natural caregiver and puts the needs of a the children as her top priority. With her bubbly attitude and strong work ethic, any family would...

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Samantha L.

Part Time Summer Position

Grimes, IA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been a teacher for the last four years teaching kindergarten. I have been working with children for over 10 years working at daycares, summer nannying for multiple years. I am currently looking for a summer nanny position for the summer.

Courtney C. says "Samantha wasn't only our babysitter but our nanny for the summer also. It was great knowing we were always leaving our kids in good hands & never...

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Brooke W.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am the second oldest in a big family that comes with a lot of babysitting experience growing up. I have worked with children my entire life and going into child psychology in school. I love children of all ages and always enjoy days in the sun or even indoor days. As an added bonus, love to clean! So, if there are dishes that...

Chris W. says "Brooke is the oldest daughter in a family of 7 kids so she has held many responsibilities since she was about 10 years old. She loves kids...they are her...

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Lavender B.

Waukee, IA

4.6(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Edit* pre-k teacher during the school year, will be on summer break from mid May- to mid August - looking for a PT, flexible summer nanny position :) I am a fun & positive mother of 2, I enjoy learning new ways to teach, going to story time at local libraries with kiddos, coloring, playing outside, crafts, imaginative play,...

Care Member says "WE LOVE Lavender!!! I did not have to worry. My two year old was very comfortable with Lavender the moment she walked in the door. Lavender engaged...

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Sarah L.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sarah, I'm 26 years old and live in Des Moines. I have 10+ years of one-on-one childcare experience with all ages, as well as the early childcare exposure through my mom's in-home daycare growing up! I am CPR, seizure-response, and allergic reaction response certified. I have a reliable car, do not smoke, and...

Amy W. says "Sarah was a great mix of fun and dependable. My kids are already asking when she can come back!"

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.33/hr as of April 2026

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Johnston, IA

Newborn Nannies in Johnston, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Marrissa M.

Marrissa is a phenomenal nanny! We have 4 girls ages 4 months to 7.5 years and she is always coming up with fun crafts, games and activities...

- Ashley W.

Madeline H.

Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutor😀♥️. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started...

- Alyssa D.

Hope N.

I have known Hope for many years and witnessed her skills in caring for children over and over. She is dependable, hard working, and has a...

- Elizabeth H.

What to know about newborn nannies in Johnston, IA

The average cost for a newborn nanny in Johnston, IA as of April 2026 is $18.33 per hour. Rates can vary depending on experience, certifications, and the level of care required. Nannies with specialized newborn experience, such as sleep training or infant care certifications, may charge higher rates, especially for overnight or extended care.

A newborn nanny in Johnston, IA specializes in caring for infants during their first months of life. Responsibilities often include feeding, diaper changes, soothing, sleep routines, and monitoring development. Some nannies also help with light household tasks related to the baby, such as washing bottles, organizing nursery items, and maintaining feeding schedules.

In Johnston, IA, a newborn nanny may provide care during the day, evenings, or full-time schedules, while a night nanny focuses specifically on overnight care. Night nannies help with feeding, diaper changes, and sleep support so parents can rest. Some families choose a combination of both depending on their needs. You can learn more about night nannies for newborns and how they support overnight care.

To find a trusted newborn nanny in Johnston, IA, many parents compare profiles based on infant care experience, reviews, and availability. It’s helpful to ask about prior experience with newborns, certifications, and approach to feeding and sleep routines. Scheduling an interview or trial period can help ensure the nanny is a good fit for your family.

Families in Johnston, IA often hire a newborn nanny shortly before or after a baby is born, especially if they anticipate needing extra support during the early months. This can be helpful for first-time parents, families with multiple children, or those balancing work and newborn care responsibilities.

When hiring a newborn nanny in Johnston, IA, look for experience specifically with infants, strong references, and a caregiving style that aligns with your parenting preferences. It’s also important to discuss schedules, responsibilities, and communication expectations. Compatibility and trust are especially important when caring for a newborn.

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