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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Savannah! I am a fifth grade teacher in the Waukee School District! I graduated in May of 2023 and I've been loving teaching so far. I have 8 years of experience within the field of childcare, working as a babysitter, an educator at Generation Next Child Development Center, and a Summer nanny. I am CPR/First-Aid...
Savannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Savannah was always on time, respectful and ready to work when we she was our nanny! Our kids really enjoyed the activities she suggested, and her calm, laid back demeanor was a good fit for our family. We would welcome Savannah again in the future. Highly...

Sara R.

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Rose K.


Johnston, IA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter/household Manager

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rose and I'm a Preschool Teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I moved to the Des Moines area from Montana in January of last year. I'm working on rebuilding my collection of families to babysit for! I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and a...
Rose can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children."

Ramah H.

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Lauren L.


Johnston, IA

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I moved to Des Moines this past year from Minnesota. I am looking for a full time nanny job staring in September! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)"

Stephanie R.

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Willow H.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Enthusiastic, Dependable Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children since I was 12 years old. I have babysat, taught dance, worked at a day care, and been a summer camp counselor. I love children and I am a very high-energy care giver. As a care giver I focus on safety first, happiness second, and teachable moments third. I am passionate about caring for...
Willow can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"willow is very reliable and great with my two young boys! having 2 under 2- it's so important to have someone capable, reliable, patient, and loving towards my boys and that is willow 100%!! the boys love when willow babysits!"

Care member

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Savannah C.


Des Moines, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified Montessori 3-6 teacher (preschool and kindergarten). I have been teaching for 6 years at this age group. I have 11 years of experience ranging from infants to middle school age children. I also have experience in working with special needs children. I am looking for a semi regular job this summer. I am flexible...
Savannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cassandra B.


Des Moines, IA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Cassandra. I have 10 years of experience working with children and am very passionate about helping them learn and grow. I was a babysitter throughout middle/high school and was a lifeguard and children's bday party host at a local swim club. Throughout college, I was a part time nanny for a few families in Cedar...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cassandra is such an outgoing, sweet caregiver. The kids loved her and I love her honesty. I would recommend hiring her for any childcare needs you have!"

Care member

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Anna P.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"

Truman J.

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Grace U.


Des Moines, IA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a student at Iowa State, double majoring in Environmental Science and Management, and just about to finish my sophomore year. I have lived in Des Moines my whole life and will be there this summer. Growing up, I participated in Swimming and softball most of my life, as well as sports like volleyball and basketball as a...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Susan W.


Urbandale, IA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter

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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Breanna R.


Ankeny, IA

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Breanna. I am looking for a family that would need a nanny come August, preferably in the Ankeny area. I have been with my current family for 4 years now, they just no longer need the help. I graduated from DMACC with my Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, so spending time with children is something that I...
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Meredith S.


Urbandale, IA

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

Hi! I am a 18-year-old, studying nutrition and exercise science at the University of Missouri. This summer, I would love to nanny for a family in need! I am great with kids, boys and girls of all age ranges. I can cook, clean, drive, and entertain. My previous work experience as a lifeguard has given me practice in handling...
Meredith can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi! My name is Michaela and I am from Johnston. I recently graduated with my bachelor's in special education. I have a lot of experience working with all children, but primarily children with special needs. I have worked as a special education associate, autism day program assistant, substitute teacher, and respite provider. I...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Morgan W.


Waukee, IA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Morgan W From Waukee, IA

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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

I've worked since I was 15, doing summer camps, daycares etc. I am currently a CNA so CPR certified. I love taking care of children, playing with them, helping them grow and learn.
Makenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Jae B.


West Des Moines, IA

$22-25/hr5 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi, i'm Jae! I am a first year student at the University of Iowa, majoring in business. I am looking for a full-time opportunity during my summer break (mid May to mid August ish:)). I am looking for a full time opportunity, and am more than willing to do weekends, weekdays, overnights, and even be "on call" if needed. I grew...
Jae can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily A.


Ankeny, IA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Emily and I'm an energetic and caring 23-year-old! I love working with children and I have experience with ages 3 months to 12 years including children in foster care. I'm looking for 30 hours a week, with a minimum of a one-year commitment and my rates start at $18 an hour for two children. I have worked with...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Tatum L.


West Des Moines, IA

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Fun & Caring College Student!

Hello, I am currently a freshman attending Florida Southern College, but I will be attending Iowa State and living in West Des Moines starting beginning of January. I have always loved spending time with kids and would love to help your family out! Throughout high school, I babysat for all different ages and various families. I...
Tatum can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Grace G.


Ankeny, IA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

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I have 3 years of experience helping in daycare with children age 1 and up. I have reliable transportation and I am willing to help with any transportation you might need for your children. I love helping kids have fun and learn and would love to help with your busy schedule during the summer days. During the school year I...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lily H.


Waukee, IA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently taking DMACC courses as well as working at a daycare that I have worked at since August of 2022. I have experience working with all age groups, from 4 months-11 years old. Last year, I also worked teaching swim lessons to different age groups at two different companies. I am lifeguard/CPR certified. I also have a...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Zoey K.


Clive, IA

$17-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I am a student at the University of Iowa. Over summer break, I will be back in the Des Moines area. I have worked previously as a nanny for two boys, aged seven and 10, for one summer. In addition, I have spent 3 years working a before and after school care program working with kids ages 5 through 12. During the last three...
Zoey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Most recent reviews for summer child care in Grimes, IA

Savannah H.

5.0

Savannah was always on time, respectful and ready to work when we she was our nanny! Our kids really enjoyed the activities she suggested, and her calm, laid back demeanor was a good fit for our family. We would welcome Savannah again in the future. Highly recommend!

- Sara R.

Rose K.

5.0

She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children.

- Ramah H.

Lauren L.

5.0

Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)

- Stephanie R.

Willow H.

5.0

willow is very reliable and great with my two young boys! having 2 under 2- it's so important to have someone capable, reliable, patient, and loving towards my boys and that is willow 100%!! the boys love when willow babysits!

- Care member

Cassandra B.

5.0

Cassandra is such an outgoing, sweet caregiver. The kids loved her and I love her honesty. I would recommend hiring her for any childcare needs you have!

- Care member

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