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Bridget B.

Part Time Nanny Available

Ames, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Bridget, and I'm currently studying nursing at the University of Minnesota. I've been working with kids since I was 14 and absolutely love it. I started by caring for my younger brother and sister, then began babysitting for neighborhood kids, and have spent the past few years working in a pediatric hospital. I'm...
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Nancy B.

Both Part-time Nanny/Babysitter

Ames, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
My name is Nancy. I am from Ecuador. My background in Psychology, my experience, as well as my emphatic nature has given me the tools and the abilities needed to provide excellent care. I have been a professional nanny for more than 10 years. I am a mom and I have enjoyed raising my two children. I have been responsible for...

Sheila C. says "My son loves Nancy. She's very engaged, loving and patient. She was very flexible and able to adjust to changing schedules. She worked with my son and...

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Rachelle L.

Part Time Nanny

Ames, IA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello my name is Rachelle and I am 41 years old. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have been getting paid for babysitting for 15 years but have been babysitting for a long time before that. I substituted at a child care learning center. I usually worked with kids or so ages...

Ashley L. says "Rachelle has been great with my very busy 3 year old. She's caring, attentive, punctual, dependable and trustworthy! Takes great care of my daughter so I...

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Cortney S.

Part Time Helper

Ames, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I'm a 31-year-old mother of 2 beautiful dogs and auntie auntie of 2 adorable nephews. I'm a full time worker (40 hrs Mon-Fri) looking for some work on the side. I love kids and animals and thought this would be the perfect side job.
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Megan F.

Part-Time or Full-Time Caregiver

Ames, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Megan. I am 21 years old, just moved to Lancaster about 2 months ago from Iowa with some family. I have a 6-year-old brother and a 7-year-old sister that I watched all the time. I come from a huge family, and I have watched lots of kids of all ages, anywhere from newborn to 14 years old. When I was 16, I was a...
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Jes B.

Mental Health Professional Seeking Part-Time Opportunities

Ames, IA

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$15/hr
15 years experience
I'm a current Director for a mental health company looking for part-time caregiving jobs! I have worked in the past as a direct support professional, behavior technician, and nanny. I have a lot of experience with mental health, brain injury, intellectual disabilities, and autism. I am able to provide references upon request!
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Tess D.

Ames, IA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Tess, and I am 23 years old. I am an Iowa State Alum with a degree in public relations. I currently work full time at the National Pork Producers Council but would love to start babysitting again part time. I love kids and have babysat for various families ranging from 1-3 kids. I also nannied two boys full...
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Mollie D.

Ames, IA

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$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm Mollie - a compassionate, energetic caregiver who genuinely loves spending time with kids. Whether it's building blanket forts, crafting with glitter and glue, or reading bedtime stories with all the voices, I believe childhood should be full of laughter, creativity, and connection. I care deeply about making sure...
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Mary L.

Dedicated To Making Parents' Lives Easier And Children's Lives More Enjoyable!

Ames, IA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Last summer I was a nanny for two families, both with two children. I also babysat for a family with four kids and my neighbors with three children regularly for a few years. I'd describe my personality as creative, inquisitive, and outgoing. I like working with kids because they are all unique and interesting. It's never a...
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Elizabeth R.

Ames, IA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Betsy and I am currently studying to be an esthetician at PCI Academy in Ames! I have been babysitting/nannying for about 6 years and I absolutely love kids! I was a full time nanny for two summers. I have experience with all ages and with twins. I love spending time with kids and can help with running errands,...
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Kirsten M.

Fun Dependable Sitter.

Ames, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a 22-year-old psychology student at Iowa State University, looking for a part time job I'll love. My love for working with children began early, helping my mom with her at-home daycare. I've also babysat kids ranging from 2 months to 13 years old and have a few years of nannying experience. Im currently just looking for...

Care Member says "Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid...

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Isabel S.

Part Time Babysitter

Story City, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm 24 and I love children and growing up with 5 siblings, there was always plenty to do. I have nannied several children in the past, ranging from newborn to age 12. I have my own reliable vehicle and am comfortable with pets! I am AED certified BLS.

Karmen S. says "We love Isabel! She watches our one year old baby boy and he loves her. She's always on time and is very dependable when we need her. I highly recommend...

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Carly K.

Part Time Or Full Time Nanny/Caregiver

Elkhart, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
From the time I took a babysitting class when I was 12 I knew I loved kids. I helped out with the younger kids when I myself was still in Daycare. From then on I have helped family members and family friends with their kids. I have plenty of experience with kids of all ages. I was frequently responsible for 6 of my Nieces and...
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Allie B.

Responsible, Patient, And Creative Sitter

Boone, IA

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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! I am looking for a family I can be a full time nanny for! I watched a 2 and 3-year-old for about 18 months. I recently returned from a semester abroad in Mexico, where I taught English to little ones. I am fun, patient, kind, and responsible. I like outdoor activities, going to the park, doing crafts/activities, and...
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Emma S.

Hi There!

Polk City, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I love taking care of kids because I grew up in a big family, with younger siblings and several younger cousins. My approach is a good balance of structure and fun. I think it's so important to follow the rules/guidelines set by the parents/guardians, but I also know how important it is for the kids to have a memorable and...
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  • 15 part time nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.27/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time nannies is 5.0

Recent part time nanny reviews from local parents in Ames, IA

Part Time Nannies in Ames, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 15 listed part time nannies

Nancy B.

My son loves Nancy. She's very engaged, loving and patient. She was very flexible and able to adjust to changing schedules. She worked with...

- Sheila C.

Rachelle L.

Rachelle has been great with my very busy 3 year old. She's caring, attentive, punctual, dependable and trustworthy! Takes great care of my...

- Ashley L.

Kirsten M.

Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a part-time nanny in Ames, IA

The average pay rate for part-time nannies in Ames, IA is $15.27. That being said, where you live, how many children you have, and what types of responsibilities you want them to take on can all affect how much it will cost to hire a part-time nanny near you.

With the help of Care.com, figuring out how to find a part-time nanny has never been simpler. You can learn how to find a part-time nanny online by reviewing 11 part-time nanny profiles near you in Ames, IA.

You can review 11 part-time nanny profile in your local area to get an idea of what kind of services nannies offer. From light housekeeping to helping care for your pets, different part-time nannies will be comfortable taking on different roles and responsibilities in your home.

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