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Kayt S.

Mama Of Two - Looking To Get A Part-time Job!

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! My name is Kayt! I am currently looking for a part-time recurring nanny job to earn a little extra cash. I am a single mama to two amazing kiddos, my son is 4 and my daughter is 6. We live in Johnston. I work full-time in HR but have a few days off a week where my kiddos are in school/programs, as well as some...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Giovanni and I'm 20 years old. I work part-time at Dillard's as a women's shoes associate. I have a lot of experience working with kids and babies because my family is so big (family of 8). I grew up babysitting baby cousins to middle school aged kids. I was also a camp counselor at Camp Foster YMCA, which was the...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Precious, and I'm currently pursuing a degree in Art Education at the University of Iowa. I have over three years of paid experience working full-time in a daycare, as well as part-time nannying. I absolutely love all things art-whether it's painting, ceramics, or even cooking up colorful, delicious meals. I'm...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hello! I am the oldest of three in my family with four step siblings. I also have tons of cousins and grew up babysitting. I worked as a nanny in college and had four children from preschool age-school age with all of their various activities and drop offs. I also have my CPR certification. I love kids of all ages and sizes and...
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Looking For Nanny Position Next Summer:)

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
hey! im addison, a highschool student at dowling in west des moines. I have an experience with kids through nannying after school and full time in the summers, babysitting on weeknights and weekends, and part time work at a daycare center. I have experience with ages newborn-10 years. I have a vehicle and drivers license. also...
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Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Kaylee, and I have been working with kiddos for the last 15 years. I was a dance instructor in Kansas City where I worked with children ages 18 months to 10 years old. I also spent my time in KC babysitting for three different families during the summer, date nights, and overnights when parents traveled. Between...
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Part Time Babysitter Or Tutor

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
carpooling
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Hi! I'm 29 years old and currently working as an independent nail technician, but I'm looking to take on a flexible side job. I'm a mom to a sweet2-year-old and have over seven years of experience as a personal assistant, where I handled tasks like scheduling, errands, cleaning, cooking, paying bills, laundry, and more. I offer...
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Outgoing Teacher

West Des Moines, IA

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$11/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am looking to babysit and/or nanny part time. I have taught for 8 years. I currently teach 3rd-5th grade Special Education. I have had experience with birth-teenagers. I have dealt with behavior and health needs. I am outgoing and love doing activities, going outside, and trying new things.
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Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Alexa and I currently work as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. I am Adult and Child CPR/First Aid trained. I have had a lot of childcare work through church programs, family/friend babysitting, and a couple part time summer nanny jobs. The age I have the most experience in are newborns through to...

chase A. says "Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!"

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Part Time Summer Position

Grimes, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been a teacher for the last four years teaching kindergarten. I have been working with children for over 10 years working at daycares, summer nannying for multiple years. I am currently looking for a summer nanny position for the summer.

Courtney C. says "Samantha wasn't only our babysitter but our nanny for the summer also. It was great knowing we were always leaving our kids in good hands & never...

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Hello I Am 18 Years Old, And Am Searching For A Full Time, Part Time, Date Nights

Waukee, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hello, my name is Innessa and I'm 19 yrs of age. As an experienced nanny, I understand the importance of providing high-quality childcare that supports both the emotional and developmental needs of children. My background includes several years of working with families, during which I have honed my ability to create a safe,...

Maria M. says "We feel incredibly fortunate to have Innessa care for our girls (2 and 4 year old). She engaged in creative play and always ensured their safety and...

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Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have over 5 years of experience working at a daycare center, a Pre K teacher, and as a nanny. I attended college at the University of Northern Iowa. I am currently looking to nanny again. I am interested in part time /recurring babysitting. I am nannying for another family three days a week and am interested in nannying on my...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Grimes, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have experience working with multiple families of various ages. I graduated from Purdue University in Indiana with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I am currently in my fourth year of teaching, and have experience teaching in different grade levels (first, second, third, and fifth). I am passionate about working...
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Johnston, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello everyone! I am Haley and I have years of babysitting experience. I am a registered nurse currently in Davenport, IA just looking for some occasional side babysitting jobs! I work part time at the hospital every Wednesday and every other weekend. I have been a nurse for 2 years- in pediatrics and currently working on an...
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Experienced And Enthusiastic Graduate Student Sitter!

Clive, IA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
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Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Lydia! I'm currently a registered nurse and am looking for a part time position that matches my schedule. I love working with kids and providing fun activities for them to enjoy. I have both my basic and advanced CNA, and have worked in a pediatric continuing care unit for months. I have provided respite care for parents...
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Full-Time And Part-Time Senior Caregiver

Grimes, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I am a mom of 3 and a caregiver with 20 years of professional experience caring for seniors, people with mental disabilities, and children of all ages.
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Part-time Babysitter Or Nanny

Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Exceptional Experienced And Full Of Fun!

Urbandale, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Exceptional nanny and part time child care provider who has raised 4 daughters born within 3 years of each other! Followed up by taking care of children both in tutoring and childcare. Newborn experienced and great with teenagers. Recently spent the last three years with Pro football families who have had various schedules....
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Adia's Babysitting Care

Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
Through out highschool I had taken care of children through church nursery programs (ages 6months-3 1/2years old) to being a camp counselor for children (ages 6-13 years old). I also have experience babysitting for a few families through out highschool and as an adult I have had less time with care taking children but did take...
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  • 39 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.50/hr as of October 2025

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in West Des Moines, IA

Part Time Babysitters in West Des Moines, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 39 listed part time babysitters

Alexa C.

Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!

- chase A.

Samantha L.

Samantha wasn't only our babysitter but our nanny for the summer also. It was great knowing we were always leaving our kids in good hands &...

- Courtney C.

Inna D.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have Innessa care for our girls (2 and 4 year old). She engaged in creative play and always ensured their...

- Maria M.

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in West Des Moines, IA

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in West Des Moines, IA. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.

When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in West Des Moines, IA, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.

How much babysitters are paid near you in West Des Moines, IA depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in West Des Moines, IA is $15.50.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in West Des Moines, IA, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in West Des Moines, IA offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.

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