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36 night nannies are listed in West Des Moines, IA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby night nannies is 8 years
Night nannies in West Des Moines, IA
1.0
(2)
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Alexa M.
Ankeny, IA
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Vanesa V.
Altoona, IA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking To Babysit Or Help You And Your Family Out From Time To Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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 7-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...
Vanesa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
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.
Taylor D.
Van Meter, IA
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Taylor and I just recently finished working as a part time manager at a retail store, and am just looking to start filling my time doing what I love most! I was a nanny for the last 2 summers for 2 children both times, and fell in love with it! I've babysat from just a few days old, up to only a few years younger...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Pleasant, on time and always dependable. We've hired Taylor to take care of our twins and they ABSOLUTELY love her. They always have fun and get exited when they know she's coming."
Cecilia R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
If you need a date night or weekend sitter I would love to help out!
I've been a nanny for 3 years now and babysat all through high school as well, I have worked with as young as 2 months old!
Working with children is a passion of mine and would love to help out as much as I can!
Miah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are away. Felt completely comfortable having our children in her care."
Alison D.
5.0
(6)
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
Rylee R.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$17-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am 19 years old and worked at an in-home daycare since I was 14. I am a college student looking to be a nanny during the school year or even babysitting jobs throughout the year. I am very energetic and positive and enjoy being around kids.
Rylee can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kenadee G.
Ankeny, IA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kenadee! I am 22. I graduated from Iowa State last year with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I am currently obtaining my masters on the weekend and nights. I am CPR/first aid certified. I have 5 years of experience in a daycare setting, and have nannied for nine years! I love spending time with...
Hello! Thank you for looking at my profile. I am 22 years old and currently work for a nonprofit, but am hoping to fill a few of my evenings helping families with childcare. I have been a nanny for two families during my college years for about 4 summers and have experience transporting and spending time with children of all...
Meagan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jessica M.
Ankeny, IA
$35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hey! My name is Jessica and I am in Arizona for the summer. I attend Faith Baptist Bible College in Iowa! I have experience with all ages and have nannied/babysat for several families over the years. My brother has nine children, from 6m-13years old, and I have babysat all of them! I hope I can be a big help to any family in...
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:
CPR
First Aid
I have 8years of professional experience working in childcare settings, as well as many years as a nanny/babysitter. I would love to help your family out on weeknights as well as weekends. I am comfortable with all ages of children and love to come up with fun activities.
Madelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kara and my experience with child care is:
Being an overnight camp counselor for the summer, a nursery coordinator with my church, swim teacher, and nanny.
I am the type of person who enjoys being active and creating engaging ways for children to spend their time. I love being outside, doing anything in the water,...
Kara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Reagan B.
Ankeny, IA
$20-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Aspiring K-12 Physical Education Teacher With Daycare And CNA Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I recently graduated from Coe College in 2022 with a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science as well as K-12 Physical Education and Health teaching.
I currently am the EK-5th grade Physical Education Instructor at West Branch Community School District. I have been babysitting for my cousins and other...
Reagan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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Recent night nanny reviews from local parents in West Des Moines, IA
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.
Taylor D.
5.0
Pleasant, on time and always dependable. We've hired Taylor to take care of our twins and they ABSOLUTELY love her. They always have fun and get exited when they know she's coming.
- Cecilia R.
Miah W.
5.0
Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are away. Felt completely comfortable having our children in her care.
- Alison D.
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
Cassidee M.
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.
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FAQs for finding a night nanny in West Des Moines, IA
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a night nanny in West Des Moines, IA?
Hiring a night nanny in West Des Moines, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $15.88 per hour as of May 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience they have and any additional needs beyond what a night nanny would typically manage.
How do I find a night nanny near me in West Des Moines?
There are currently 8 night nannies on Care.com in West 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 West 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!
What type of services do night nannies near me in West Des Moines, IA offer?
Night nannies in West 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 West 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.