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Brooke W.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Madeline H.

Elementary Teacher Looking For Babysitting Gigs:)

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Rachel C.

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...

Joe W. says "Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple...

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Amber M.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...

Care Member says "Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!"

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Samantha H.

Fun Loving Mom, Ready To Help Your Family

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I am a mother of 2 daughters, a 2x cancer survivor, and have time to help your family. I previously had my own licensed in home childcare and decided to close it. I miss being around kids and decided to apply for a nanny or just helping one family. I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping,...
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Courtney B.

Des Moines, IA

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Courtney. I currently live in Des Moines, and graduated with a B. S. in Neuroscience and a certificate in English and Creative Writing at the University of Iowa in 2021. I have been a summer-time nanny for a few years and have 10+ years of experience babysitting. I have coached youth soccer for 4 years and love all...
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Kalie W.

Creator Of Fun Inside And Outside

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Kalie, I am a graduate student from the University of Iowa. I am in the Des Moines area completing my internship in child life at Blank Children's Hospital. I have multiple years of experience caring for kids of all ages and ability levels. I was a nanny through my undergraduate years and had multiple other...
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Sarah R.

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a full-time nanny for a family that I have been with for over three years. I take care of three kids, one toddler and two school aged children. I also have 3 years of experience in preschool classrooms and enjoy working with young children of all ages, including infants! I am looking for some evenings/weekends work. I am...
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Madison R.

Friend And Babysitter In One!

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Madison and I am a current elementary school teacher. I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa, go panthers! I have had about 6-7 years of babysitting/nanny experience and will be available as an as needed date night sitter.
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Stephanie M.

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have lived in the Des Moines area for about 4 years now. I do work full time as an occupational therapy assistant, but have a very flexible schedule. I am returning to school at DMU in August to get my doctorate of occupational therapy. I am looking for something flexible, most likely...
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Jennifer S.

Jenny "Poppins" ;-)

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello. My name is Jennifer. I am seeking a nanny position for the summer that is 20-40 hours/wk; or even filling in here and there when regular nannies, grandparents, or mom & dad need a break. I have an AA from DMACC and work full time during the school year, as the librarian/associate at a local elementary school. I'm...
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Milinda B.

Loving And Caring It Doesn't Matter The Age.

Grimes, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I would like to tell you a little bit about myself. As long as I can remember I dreamed of being a mom. I surrounded myself with children. I began to babysit full time over the summers when I was only 11 years old. Starting with two little girls named Mindy and Heather, who lived just down the street. I spent several evenings...

Justine P. says "Mindy has been our family's nanny for 6.5 years now. She has taken care of our twin girls since they were 7 months old, and has been with our 3rd child...

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Vanesa V.

Looking To Babysit Or Help You And Your Family Out From Time To Time

Altoona, IA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi my name is Vanesa. I have a range of experience with infants and children of all ages. I am a mother myself to an amazing 9-year-old. I am very detail oriented, clean, responsible and punctual. I am honest, trustworthy, reliable and I hold a very high level of integrity. I love helping people and I love caring for babies and...
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Karla J.

Altoona, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
If you're looking for an occasional sitter, I'm your gal! I am available most weeknights and for weekends to be an as-needed babysitter. I'm a stay-at-home mom for my 2 wonderful boys, ages 5 and 1. I love to join them in imaginative play, take frequent trips to the library and playground, and offer many creative outlets. Prior...

Care Member says "Karla has been such a blessing for our family and our daughter! Karla has been providing childcare for our 8 month old daughter for the past couple of...

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Carter J.

Part-time Babysitter Or Nanny

Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I began baby-sitting while I was in middle school and have continued to baby-sit for children of all ages and with different needs. I have a little sister who is eight years younger than me, so I have had many opportunities to care for a young child even in my own home. I was also a special Ed associate for a year. I have been a...
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Katie J.

Occasional Nanny For Hire

Urbandale, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I currently work at the Veterans Benefits Administration as a Rating Veteran Service Representative. I have 2 years of experience being a nanny for a wonderful family that has moved out of state. I have a BS in Early Childhood Education with an endorsement in Special Education and an AS in Human Services. I am trustworthy and...
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Tina S.

Child Care

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Tina . I am 28 years old and live in Ankeny, Iowa with my husband of almost 8 years. I work during the school year at an 8th and 9th grade middle school as a severe and profound associate. I have a 1-year-old daughter who I would love to have come with me to nanny. I do have childcare lined up if you'd prefer...
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Kealey V.

Hi, I'm Kealey!

Ankeny, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Kealey! My husband and I are moving to imperial beach the first week of September! I have a bachelors degree in child adult and family services from Iowa state university. I've also done service learning, internships and have worked in therapy centers, special ed classrooms, and in daycare. I've worked as a professional...
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Maddy M.

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Maddy. I have been working with kids since I was 13, babysitting and serving at church. I worked at a daycare center for 2 years and decided that I wanted to meet a families needs a little more directly. I have been nannying for 4 kids for the last year and have loved it. My responsibilities were all things kids,...
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Sara N.

Occasional Evening Sitter

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience working with children! I started off as an after-school associate at an elementary school . . During the school year, I work full time and I'm available to help your family out in the evenings after 5 o'clock. During the summer, I am available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8am-5 p.m. I typically have two...
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  • 42 night nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.27/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated night nannies is 5.0

Recent night nanny reviews from local parents in Des Moines, IA

Night Nannies in Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 42 listed night nannies

Brooke W.

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...

- Chris 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.

Rachel C.

Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend...

- Joe W.

FAQs for finding a night nanny in Des Moines, IA

Hiring a night nanny in Des Moines, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $15.27 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience they have and any additional needs beyond what a night nanny would typically manage.

There are currently 11 night nannies on Care.com in Des Moines, IA. You can filter search results to show night nannies within a certain distance of your zip code. From there, compare candidates by hourly rate, experience, and their availability. You can also check reviews from other families in Des Moines who have previously hired any of the night nannies you are interested in. Figuring out how to find a night nanny is easy with Care.com!

Night nannies in Des Moines, IA can come to your home in the evening to take care of your newborn during the overnight hours when you are asleep. They handle things like feeding, changing diapers and soothing your baby back to sleep. Some night nannies in Des Moines can help sleep train infants so they will stay asleep for longer periods of time after the nanny's services are no longer needed. Some are also trained to manage colicky babies and newborns with reflux issues.

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