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59 overnight babysitters are listed in Des Moines,Ā IA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby overnight babysitters is 7 years
Overnight babysitters in Des Moines, IA
I'd describe my personality as energetic, upbeat, and kind.
I like working with kids because I love seeing them learn and grow over time.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help families and continue working with children.
I started working with kids when I graduated from college in 2011. I received a bachelor's...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny and household manager for the past nine years. I love working with kids, I love the freedom and the responsibility of being a household manager And I feel that that position has really made me feel fulfilled. When it comes to children, I love everything from museums, park visits, arts and crafts, music,...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
a dynamic caregiver with a passion for arts, swimming, and outdoor adventures. I excel in organization and lesson planning, nurturing imaginative play and gentle parenting. Let's cook up some fun and make lasting memories together!
Certified in CPR/AED and proud to be a Mandatory Reporter, safety is my top priority as we embark...
May can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
(6)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids loved Rachel, she was so nice and friendly!"
Karla P.
Hello! I am a very reliant, positive and caring person whom has 6 years of experience. I am a Special Education Associate at Des Moines Public Schools and work with 7-9 kids in a contained classroom! I have been working with kids since I was 14 years old and have been helping my mother with her in-home daycare as well! I am able...
Gia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Chelsie and I'm 27 years old. I've raised my two youngest siblings and have babysat for a family friend for 5 years. I love arts and crafts, music, and reading. I love pets, I have 3 kitties and 3 dogs.
Please note: I have a full time M-F job so I can only commit to evening jobs...
Chelsie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Madison and I am a recent graduate of the University of Northern Iowa and will be student teaching this fall in an elementary setting. I have had about 5-6 years of babysitting/nanny experience and will be available as an as needed date night sitter.
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, shopping, travel, activities, etc.. I'm comfortable with friendly pets. I'm a date night sitter, permanent nanny or occasional sitter. You would have peace of mind with me as your nanny/ sitter, I am experienced, responsible and respectful. We can enjoy...
Raven can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Raven nannied my girls for several years. Being a single dad, and working full time is a hard job. I really loved having Raven around. My girls absolutely loved her. We still keep in contact every now and then. My girls are old enough now they no longer need a...
Mike R.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutoršā„ļø. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him, his confidence has improved tremendously and he's retaining information betteršā„ļø. I would definitely...
Alyssa D.
Robyne S.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr ā¢ 20 yrs exp
Hello, I am a 52 yr old mom of two Daughters. I have 30 yrs experience in childcare. I started babysitting when I was 11 and my first job when I turned 16 was at a daycare. I have worked at a few other daycare centers and have also need a nanny twice. I also have experience as a teacher assistant for kids with special needs....
Robyne can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Jillayne A.
Des Moines, IA
$22-30/hr ā¢ 10 yrs exp
School Psychologist With Extensive Care Experience- Occasional/ Summer Availability!
5.0
(4)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jillayne was punctual and jumped right in from the start. Would love to have her again!"
Matt R.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 25 years old and a University of Iowa graduate. My experience with childcare includes:
-6 years of volunteering at Church daycare/Sunday school
-4 years of leading a vacation bible school group
-Babysitting relatives and family friends.
-Date night sitter
-Summer nanny for 4 years.
-Before/after school nanny for 1...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been working with children for 10+ years. I have worked at daycares, school districts, babysat and nanny for families. I have also worked with children who have special needs. Currently I am a Receptionist at a Pediatric Dentistry and also work as a Substitute at any Iowa school district. Perviously I was an...
Annamaria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I'm the oldest of seven siblings and most of my cousins , I've watched most of them. I babysit for friends of the family starting at 15. I know baby CPR and the regular kind. I'm comfortable giving medicine to kids as long as it's nothing to do with needles I can do pets as long as it's not big dogs or snakes. I'd describe my...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr ā¢ 10 yrs exp
3.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carol. I'm currently working as an educational consultant and I tutor and babysit on the side. I have an extensive history of working with children. In high school I worked part time in a day care center with mostly toddlers, I taught preschool for a year right out of college, and I have worked with...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Carol is amazing! She babysits for us occasionally and also provided care for my two daughters over the summer of 2018. I always know my children are in wonderful hands and that they're learning something when they're with Carol. She provides enrichment activities,...
Emily M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
Courtney B.
Des Moines, IA
$12-26/hr ā¢ 5 yrs exp
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...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Taryn! I'm an 18-year-old high school graduate, and I am planning to continue my education next semester at dmac. I have been around kids my whole life and as the oldest sister of 5, babysitting and helping my mom with her childcare business at home I have learned so much about kids and have experience in many different...
Taryn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Taryn is so caring and friendly to our 5 and 3 year old. She's very artistic and creative as well so she is always coming up with fun activities for my girls. They love when I tell them Taryn is coming over which is very reassuring as a parent. She's very...
Jessica M.
Stephanie M.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr ā¢ 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Alyssa G.
Des Moines, IA
$13-18/hr ā¢ 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Alyssa and I'm looking for part-time opportunities. I live downtown and work a remote position, which has allowed my schedule to be a little more flexible. I use to work as a toddler teacher and have about 3+ years experience working in the childcare field along with many years of babysitting. I also have 9 nieces...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa was with us for almost a year, she was very involved with our kids, punctual, and always helpful. The only reason we do not have Alyssa with our kids anymore is because we moved away. My kids loved Alyssa and we would hire her again in a heartbeat. "
Brianne G.
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Recent overnight babysitter reviews from local parents in Des Moines, IA
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started babysitting, the kids are much happier and...
- Joe W.
Raven K.
5.0
Raven is always on time, shows up last minute if she can, and does a wonderful job with my children.
- Cheyenne O.
Madeline H.
5.0
Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutoršā„ļø. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him, his confidence has improved tremendously and he's retaining information betteršā„ļø. I would definitely recommend her if you have a child...
- Alyssa D.
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.
Carol M.
5.0
Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an overnight babysitter near you in Des Moines, IA
How can I find an overnight babysitter near me in Des Moines, IA that I trust?
Not sure how to find a babysitter near you in Des Moines, IA that you can trust to watch your children overnight? You can use Care.com to search for overnight babysitters who can tackle the babysitter duties you need help with and who have an overnight babysitting rate that aligns with your budget. You can search by years of experience and read through reviews from families to get an idea of how trustworthy an overnight babysitter is, but itās always a good idea to do your own interview and check their references.
How much do you pay a babysitter to stay overnight near me in Des Moines, IA?
Overnight babysitters in Des Moines, IA start at $16.67, but the exact cost of hiring a babysitter to stay overnight can vary based on each sitterās years of experience and qualifications.
What babysitter duties do overnight babysitters near me in Des Moines, IA take on?
Overnight babysitters can take on a wide variety of babysitter duties. You can search Care.com profiles to find an overnight sitter who can help with tasks like cooking, laundry, light housekeeping, and homework. Review 27 profiles to see which babysitter duties care providers near Des Moines, IA feel comfortable tackling.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA overnight babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Overnight Babysitters in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 59 listed overnight babysitters.