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Jessica H.

Playful

West Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
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.
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West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
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...

Eric B. says "Maddie was great with our 3 boys! Highly responsive and arrived early. By the time we got back home, she had all 3 boys down for bed, and we arrived home to...

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Babysit / Nanny Care

West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Reagan, I am 23 years old and work as a mental health technician for Clive Behavioral Health. I've worked healthcare for 4 years, but I started out nannying/pet sitting for family and friends in the West Des Moines area! I have 5+ years of experience with kids from all ages, along with my BLS/CPR license, covid/flu...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi There! I was a nanny for over a year before going to college, since then I've worked as a swim coach for children, and have spent several years babysitting for friends and family. looking to get back into the field as my learning has switched to online! I enjoy cooking, crafts, and anything related to the outdoors! I'm moving...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is, Megan, and I am a 26-year-old located in West Des Moines. I have 10+ years of childcare experience, ranging from daycare, private nannying, naval base childcare, etc.. I have a degree in Social Work from UNI, and after much trial and error have found myself back working with kids at Summit Middle...
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The Summer Fun Nanny/ Part Time And Summer Tutoring

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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...
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Fun Sitter

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 7 years of child care and nanny experience! I can help with running errands and taking the kids places. I also love to cook! I am very organized and would be willing to help clean up. I love doing crafts and enjoy anything outdoors or active
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West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Wendy L. says "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...

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About Me!

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...
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West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Nina and I absolutely love caring for kids! I am a student at Iowa State majoring in Human Development and Family Studies, with an emphasis on child development. I have 9 years of experience caring for children anywhere from 4 weeks to 14 years old. While in school, I have been volunteering at Blank Children's...

Zoe S. says "Nina became part of our family! Our little one had the best summer with Nina!"

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Just The Nanny You've Been Looking For!

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, helpful and supportive. I like working with children because every child is unique in their own way and building a trusting relationship with adults at a young age is very important. I started officially working with kids when I was 16 years old but I am from a family of 8 therefore I...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a recent graduate with a bachelors degree in elementary education. I have 2 years of school age experience and 6 years of experience with infants and babies. I have also obtained my CDA certification in Infants and Toddlers. I am a fun, caring, and flexible babysitter that loves any and all kids. If needed I do have a...
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Why Choose Care With Me?

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I started working with kids when I was 15 years old, I nannied multiple of my neighbors children and fell in love with it! I moved onto working in a daycare for nearly 4 years! One thing you should know about me is I am a full time online student, earning my Bachelors in Social Science. I am certified in CPR, Mandatory...
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Fun And Dependable!

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a certified teacher that is home for the summer. I have welcomed families into my life over the summer months for many years. I have worked with infants all the way through 9th grade. I have an 12-year-old son and a 18-year-old daughter. We love to stay active during the summer. At this time I am looking for a part...
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Lifetime Babysitter

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 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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West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider who has been working with children for almost my whole life. As the oldest daughter, I was the primary babysitter of my two brothers. I spent two years studying elementary education in my undergraduate years. I have been a babysitter as well as a full time nanny for infants,...
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Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
I love children! I have 3 little, 6, 3, and 1. I have years of experience, from nannying to teaching and doing the school runs. I am looking for opportunities that allow me to bring my kids with me. The two big kids are in school, one full time, so we do have a schedule to work around. We need to stay around the WDM area...
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Most Awesome Nanny Ever!

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
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...
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Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I am 23 years old and just finished up my first year of medical school at DMU! I am looking to watch some kiddos for the summer until I start school back up! I am great with kids of all ages! I love to be outdoors, play games, watch movies, etc. I am also great with animals! My fiancé and I have a dog together and we love...
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Active Sitter And Creative Creator

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
I am currently a certified medical assistant In pediatrics and have a background of working at a pediatrics clinic for 4+ years. I would be a great fit with a background of healthcare knowledge, certified in CPR and best knowledge of how to take care of kiddos A little background about me, I grew up with 16 cousins on my...

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.76/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 4.7

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in West Des Moines, IA

Newborn Nannies in West Des Moines, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Madilyn T.

Maddie was great with our 3 boys! Highly responsive and arrived early. By the time we got back home, she had all 3 boys down for bed, and we...

- Eric B.

Peyton L.

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...

- Wendy L.

Nina D.

Nina became part of our family! Our little one had the best summer with Nina!

- Zoe S.

FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in West Des Moines, IA

So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in West Des Moines, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.76 per hour as of June, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.

There are 54 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in West Des Moines, IA on Care.com. You can also read 26 for newborn nannies near you.

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