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Hello! I'm Susan & I worked at a child care center as a teacher in the infant classroom for 4 years, I've been a nanny in the past, & I currently work at a different child care center/preschool in the preschool room and have been there for over 5 years now. I have a daughter of my own who is 10 & a daughter who is almost 2...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I've been a nanny for the past two summers. In the summer of 2015 I nannied two girls, one who was five and another who was two. In the summer of 2016 I nannied a 9-year-old girl and her 12-year-old brother.
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Ruth A.
Grimes, IA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun And Reliable College Student In Grimes, Iowa With CPR Certification
Hello families! I'm Ruth, a warm and caring Christian sitter living in Grimes, Iowa able to drive to different cities.
I have experience with caring for newborns, toddlers, and primary school-aged children. I offer live-out, occasional, and part-time childcare services.
I am a college student currently going to school for...
Ruth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Heather F.
Urbandale, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Single Mother (44) In Urbandale (almost To The Empty Nest Stage) And I Miss Having Littles :)
I was a nanny years ago on the East Coast and then I provided in home daycare when my two kids were young. I went back to school for medical assisting and I currently work part time providing home health visits. I have a flexible schedule most days and would love to provide childcare again for families near me. I love children...
Heather can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
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.
Debra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Sophie T.
Urbandale, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sophie and I'm a freshman at the University of Iowa, but I am home for the semester. I very responsible, caring, and fun. Over the past few years, I've baby sat for family friends and mutual aquanences. I am also CPR certified. I'm looking or part time or occasional job, and I am pretty flexible with hours. I look...
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kindergarten teacher on summer break hoping to find some part-time work continuing to work with children! While I love my time in the classroom, I look forward to taking part in summer activities-- going to the park, playing outside, going swimming. My schedule is pretty flexible, so I'm hoping to stay busy working with...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jordan . I am 18 years old. I'm a senior at Waukee High School. I have worked at a preschool for 2 years. I have experience babysitting and I am CPR certified.
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Haley B.
Johnston, IA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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...
Haley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Hannah. I'm currently enrolled at this fall pursuing an AA that will hopefully lead to a business degree! I love working with kids and was on the secondary education track for the longest time. I might have to go back for a Masters of Education, but that's getting ahead of myself! I have tons of tutoring and childcare...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
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...
Carter can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
1.0
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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, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
Anna P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"
Truman J.
5.0
(1)
I love children and pets! I have worked in a daycare for 2 years and have worked with all different ages. I love pets and have worked with all different species of animals and have pet sat many times.
5.0
"Erika was an asset to our family! She was consistent, reliable, & good at communicating with us. She covered transportation & after school care for a semester for my elementary/middle school aged daughters. I would definitely hire her again!!"
Laura M.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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.
Ashley S.
Granger, IA
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ashley! I have 7 years+ experience working with children. I have been a swim lesson instructor, a lead Pre-kindergarten teacher, worked in day care, nannied and have worked as a Special Education Paraprofessional at an elementary school in the Dallas Center - Grimes Community School District for the past 4 years....
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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
Raquel D.
Ankeny, IA
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter/Nanny/ Organizer/ Love Cleaning And Cooking
I have worked at several day cares. I can be certified to practice CPR and I love kids. I have a 3-year-old that wouldn't be with me. I am going through a divorce and could really use the extra income. I LOVE organizing, cleaning, cooking and I am loyal and easy going and easy to work with!
Raquel can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in West Des Moines, IA
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.
Anna P.
5.0
Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!
- Truman J.
Erika B.
5.0
Erika was an asset to our family! She was consistent, reliable, & good at communicating with us. She covered transportation & after school care for a semester for my elementary/middle school aged daughters. I would definitely hire her again!!
- Laura M.
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.
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How can I interview a part-time babysitter near me in West Des Moines, IA?
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 do babysitters get paid an hour near me in West Des Moines, IA?
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 $15.92.
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What types of services do part-time babysitters offer near me in West Des Moines, IA?
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.