How it works

Share details about your night nanny needs

Match with highly rated local night nannies near you

Compare night nanny options and choose the best fit

Night nannies in Grimes, IA

Sara N.'s Photo

Sara N.


Grimes, IA

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Occasional Evening Sitter

Hello! My name is Sara and I have 7 years of experience working with children! I started off as an after-school associate at an elementary school in Ames, IA in 2016. After completing my BA at Iowa State University, I pursued my MA in School Counseling at the University of Northern Iowa. I graduated with my MA in 2022. I am...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Jillayne A.'s Photo

Jillayne A.


Des Moines, IA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

School Psychologist With Extensive Care Experience- Occasional/ Summer Availability!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

*I am only looking for occasional evening, or weekend jobs during the school year. In the summer I will be available Wednesday- Sunday. Thank you!* Hi, and am a very experienced babysitter and nanny, including full-time for young twins, a year in Germany for three, and for many date nights. I am a School Psychologist in...
Jillayne can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She took care of my 5 year old on short notice. She made popcorn, colored pictures and played trains with him. Hire her. Would hire again!"

Wayne K.

Alexa M.'s Photo

Alexa M.


Ankeny, IA

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alexa and I have 10 years of childcare experience. I'm fun, goofy, and have a very bubbly personality! Give me all the Disney, sweet treats, and adventures. I'm still a kid at heart, which puts childcare right up my alley. I've always worked in childcare, and I love it. Watching kids grow and develop, makes my...
Alexa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Shelby L.'s Photo

Shelby L.


Urbandale, IA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Shelby. I have over 10 years of experience working in the early childhood education field. I'm a mature, reliable, flexible, and high-energy caregiver, with a passion for teaching and caring for children! I've been working with children since I was in high school. I worked from 2013 to 2019 in a child care...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Shelby is a delight! She has a genuine passion and love for children! Shelby is reliable and very dedicated to what she does. She enjoys engaging and has a joyful spirit! Shelby is trustworthy and honest. It is an honor to have her as a friend and apart of my child...

Jill O.

Kelsey P.'s Photo

Kelsey P.


Polk City, IA

$30-50/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Kelsey and I am a veteran spouse living in Polk City! I have cared for many families all over Iowa and North Carolina (where we were stationed), but am so happy to say we are permanently in Iowa. (I have tons of fabulous references from all types of care giving positions I have been so honored to be a part...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kelsey is a wonderful nanny!! We keep in touch and I will definitely use her again next time I need care!"

Courtney F.

Tanya M.'s Photo

Tanya M.


Clive, IA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience as a Nanny. I am also a certified Substitute Teacher. I am available for babysitting or a fill in/ back up nanny or sitter. I can also watch kids overnight or when parents travel. I currently nanny 2/3 days a week for two families but still have some open availability in my schedule.
Tanya can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tanya is always on-time, ensures the kids are well taken care of and never leaves a mess behind. She’s been a life saver in a pinch and is a great fill in because she so personable. "

Care member

Destinee M.'s Photo

Destinee M.


West Des Moines, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I'm an experienced nanny with over a decade of dedicated childcare expertise. If you're in need of reliable and experienced help for overnight or weekend care, I'm here to assist. With a passion for providing a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment for children, I'm ready to support your family's needs. Feel...
Destinee can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Destinee is AMAZING, not just as a caregiver but as a human being. She has been with our family for a while now and we would keep her forever if we could. She is truly our child's best friend. She is patient, thoughtful, creative, reliable, flexible, etc. She has...

Rachel M.

Matracea W.'s Photo

Matracea W.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021. I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"We cannot wait to have her sit again! We appreciated that she took the time and initiative to do some educational and fun activities with sidewalk chalk with our older toddler. Good communication. Macy is awesome!"

Sarah C.

Megan M.'s Photo

Megan M.


Johnston, IA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Lovey Sitter

I have 8 years of experience being a nanny and babysitter. I would love to help with travel and light housekeeping. I have experience being a summer nanny to a set of twins (5 years old) for 3 years. Being on time and organized is important to me. I am not a smoker, I have a reliable car, and live in Urbandale. I love to...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Megan is reliable, trustworthy, engaging, and has years of experience. Kids love her because she is fun, parent love her because she is trustworthy and reliable."

Care member

Cassidee M.'s Photo

Cassidee M.


Polk City, IA

$17-23/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hello! My name is Cassidee and I am 23 years old. I am currently pursuing a degree in social work (online and on week nights). I am trained in first aid and CPR, Covid vaccinated, have a perfect driving record, and have a reliable car. I have been a professional nanny for 5 years, but have been caring for children for...
Cassidee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"It has been such a tremendous relief to find Cassidee. She is always on time, has a gentle, calm demeanor and is a natural with our infant and toddler. After trying a couple different sitters, it's been great to find such a hassle-free, reliable young woman. "

Ana S.

Rachel C.'s Photo

Rachel C.


Des Moines, IA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

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...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"My kids loved Rachel, she was so nice and friendly!"

Karla P.

Ayrianna T.'s Photo

Ayrianna T.


Waukee, IA

$15-17/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm Ayrianna, based in Waukee. With 7 years of childcare experience, I'm heading into my fourth year of college. I have an associates degree in general science and am currently focused in early technology education. Over six summers, I've been a dedicated nanny for two families, and during high school, I provided after-school...
Skills:

CPR

Katherine K.'s Photo

Katherine K.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Rachel I.'s Photo

Rachel I.


Des Moines, IA

$14/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

I'm currently in my last year of an education degree at Drake University. I've nannied for 4 summers, taught part-time at multiple schools, and have experience with children on the autism spectrum. As of now, I'm only able to take occasional evening and weekend jobs because of my class schedule.
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Acacia B.'s Photo

Acacia B.


Johnston, IA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I have over 8 years of babysitting/nanny experience, as well as had countless other opportunities with kids through my education and involvement in my communities! I have helped teach sports including swimming and tennis to kids ages 5+, I have been employed at a daycare/preschool, and even have had some pediatric practicum in...
Acacia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

Tessa B.'s Photo

Tessa B.


Ankeny, IA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

27-year-old Teacher With 10+ Years Of Childcare Experience

Hello, families! I'm currently an Admissions Counselor at Iowa State University. I have an English Education Degree and taught at Perry High School for the last four years. I'm 27 years old and have approximately 10 years of consistent childcare experience for kids of all ages. I have been a full-time nanny to multiple families...
Tessa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Mikayla S.'s Photo

Mikayla S.


Clive, IA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Enthusiastic Graduate Student Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting/part-time nannying since I was 14 years old. I've had experience with children of all ages, including newborns (overnight as well), autism, and special needs for a teen-young adult with a toddler level functioning level. I have complete baby fever so I love to take care of newborns and toddlers, but I have...
Mikayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Caitlan R.'s Photo

Caitlan R.


Johnston, IA

$17/hr15 yrs exp

Pediatric Nurse Seeking Evening/weekend Position!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a pediatric nurse and mother to one 3-year-old son. I have been passionate about caring for children from a young age. I have been babysitting since my early teen years and worked as a nanny through out college. I am seeking night time and weekend positions that allow my toddler to tag along with me. My CPR...
Caitlan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Jackie. I just recently began med school at Des Moines University after finishing my degree at The University of North Carolina where I played lacrosse. I am very trustworthy, creative, easy-going, and nurturing. I am an excellent multitasker and thoroughly enjoy cultivating a sense of wonder and excitement in...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Peighton O.'s Photo

Peighton O.


Waukee, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Night Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a love for kids! I currently work for Waukee Community School District as a special education associate. Prior to that I was a preschool/infant room instructor for their Wee Warriors childcare program. Before working for Waukee Schools, I have worked at several other childcare centers. Have several families that I have...
Peighton can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

Recent night nanny reviews from local parents in Grimes, IA

Jillayne A.

5.0

She took care of my 5 year old on short notice. She made popcorn, colored pictures and played trains with him. Hire her. Would hire again!

- Wayne K.

Shelby L.

5.0

Shelby is a delight! She has a genuine passion and love for children! Shelby is reliable and very dedicated to what she does. She enjoys engaging and has a joyful spirit! Shelby is trustworthy and honest. It is an honor to have her as a friend and apart of my child and families life!

- Jill O.

Kelsey P.

5.0

Kelsey is a wonderful nanny!! We keep in touch and I will definitely use her again next time I need care!

- Courtney F.

Tanya M.

5.0

Tanya is always on-time, ensures the kids are well taken care of and never leaves a mess behind. She’s been a life saver in a pinch and is a great fill in because she so personable.

- Care member

Destinee M.

5.0

We were devastated when Destinee moved from our area! Our son absolutely loved her. She is so sweet and we are having such a hard time finding anyone else who matches her care! Highly recommend!

- Kelly S.

Night Nanny Articles

Night nanny vs. night nurse: How they help and what they cost

Night nanny vs. night nurse: How they help and what they cost

January 2nd, 2023 Ask any new parent and they’ll tell you: One of the most difficult adjustments after having a child is navigating the erratic, sometimes nonexistent, sleep ... Read more
Daycare tax credit: What is it and how can it benefit you?

Daycare tax credit: What is it and how can it benefit you?

December 5th, 2022 There are many tax credits and deductions available to parents and families, but one of the most overlooked and beneficial is taking a tax credit toward the... Read more
20 funny end-of-school-year memes for every parent crawling toward the finish line 

20 funny end-of-school-year memes for every parent crawling toward the finish line 

May 10th, 2023 Parenting is almost always a tiring job, but there’s a phenomenon that happens each year from May through June that makes it even more so. I’m talking about... Read more
10 ways motherhood makes you extraordinary, according to science

10 ways motherhood makes you extraordinary, according to science

May 7th, 2023 Kids, man. Some days it feels like they just might kill you. But here’s a secret: They’re probably doing the opposite. Despite the decrease in sleep, t... Read more
What information to leave for your babysitter in case of emergency

What information to leave for your babysitter in case of emergency

May 1st, 2022 When your newborn is lying peacefully in their bassinet, it’s hard to imagine that you — or your babysitter — may ever need to take this child to the ... Read more

FAQs for finding a night nanny in Grimes, IA

In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a night nanny in Grimes, IA?

How do I find a night nanny near me in Grimes?

What type of services do night nannies near me in Grimes, IA offer?