Des Moines, IA 50310
from $22 per hour
(6)
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About Rachel
Experience: 10 yrs
COVID-19 vaccinated
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 middle school special education teacher. My students had mild disabilities so I have experience working with children with ADHD/Dyslexia/Autism/other learning disabilities. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from newborn to early teens. I also have experience caring for multiple children, twins, and providing overnight infant care. I also love art activities, pets, the outdoors, going to museums/aquariums, reading, and music! Please send me a message with any questions or booking inquiries, thank you!
Reviews
Joe W.
Reviewed on 12/8/2022
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 hardly seem to care when I have to go to class. Always punctual, great communication, and happy to accommodate my children's unique needs. We are all so thankful to have her around! The only issue now is how much my kids are going to miss her when I finish my degree.
Services
Age groups
0-11 mo
1-3 yrs
4-5 yrs
6-11 yrs
12+ yrs
Willing to care for up to 5 children
Rates
Recurring jobs
$22-30/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$22/hr
2 children
$25/hr
3 children
$27/hr
4 children
$30/hr
5 children
$33/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Child care
Craft assistance
Groceries/errands
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Swimming supervision
Transportation
Travel
Qualifications
Education
Rhodes College - 2012
Bachelor degree - Studio Art
University of Iowa
Graduate degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Certified teacher
Special needs care
Other Qualifications & Credentials
Certified teacher through The New Teacher Project in conjunction with working with Teach for America.
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Non-smoker
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