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Amy H.

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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West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been caring for kids and pets for many years. On top of being the middle child of 8 siblings, I nannied twin toddlers after I graduated high school. I have experience of all ages, and all types of pets. Currently, I am the coolest aunt of all my nieces and nephews, ranging from 7 years old to 4 months old!
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West Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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...
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About Me!

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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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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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hello, my name is Alexis! I am 24 years old, I was born and raised in West Des Moines. I have always loved kids, always babysitting neighbors and cousins. I started working daycares at 16 years old and have done it ever since! I am looking to transition to being a nanny. I have experience with kids age 0-12 and have my own...
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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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Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a passionate childcare provider with a deep-rooted desire to nurture children's growth and development. Throughout my 4 years of experience, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I've honed my skills in fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Precious, and I'm currently pursuing a degree in Art Education at the University of Iowa. I have over three years of paid experience working full-time in a daycare, as well as part-time nannying. I absolutely love all things art-whether it's painting, ceramics, or even cooking up colorful, delicious meals. I'm...
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Fun, Outgoing, And Kid-loving Babysitter!

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have an abundance of experience with children and LOVE babysitting! I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old. I babysit for various families, as well as my little cousins consistently and have worked as a full-time nanny. I've never had any issues with families and am praised by everyone I sit for! I love doing...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Over the past many years of my life I have been surrounded by children, and the act of taking care of them. My most valuable traits when working alongside parents to ensure their children are protected and cared for is my empathy, creativity, observation skills, and passion for child development. I have worked as a nanny for...
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Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Kaylee, and I have been working with kiddos for the last 15 years. I was a dance instructor in Kansas City where I worked with children ages 18 months to 10 years old. I also spent my time in KC babysitting for three different families during the summer, date nights, and overnights when parents traveled. Between...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$21/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Alexis, I am 24 years old and was born and raised in West Des Moines. I currently attend DMACC and am about to begin my last semester which is all online, so I have open availability! I have been working in daycares since I was 16 and have loved it! I was a nanny for two years and have been back in a daycare...
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Part Time Babysitter Or Tutor

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm 29 years old and currently working as an independent nail technician, but I'm looking to take on a flexible side job. I'm a mom to a sweet2-year-old and have over seven years of experience as a personal assistant, where I handled tasks like scheduling, errands, cleaning, cooking, paying bills, laundry, and more. I offer...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I would like to help out on weekends I can come for dates or all day whatever works best for you I can do meals laundry or take them where needed I'm a grandma and know how to play and entertain them while you enjoy time away There might be some hugs and reading to or take them to outings I'm here for you on Saturday or Sunday...
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Outgoing Teacher

West Des Moines, IA

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$11/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am looking to babysit and/or nanny part time. I have taught for 8 years. I currently teach 3rd-5th grade Special Education. I have had experience with birth-teenagers. I have dealt with behavior and health needs. I am outgoing and love doing activities, going outside, and trying new things.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Cait! I have been working with kiddos since I was a kid myself working in my church nursery to working at a few elementary schools. I started nannying during covid and have worked with kids 6 weeks to seven years! I have been told many times I am meant to work with kids and it is my passion! I look forward to hearing back...
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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.86/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 5.0

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 $17.86 per hour as of December, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.

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