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Karla J.

At-Home Mom With Years Of Childcare Experience

Altoona, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
My family and I moved to the Des Moines area about 2 years ago for my husband's job. I'm a stay-at-home mom to my amazing 3-year-old son. I love to join him in imaginative play, take frequent trips to the library and playground, and offer him many creative outlets. Prior to becoming a mom, I cared for kids ranging from newborn...

Care Member says "Karla has been such a blessing for our family and our daughter! Karla has been providing childcare for our 8 month old daughter for the past couple of...

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Kaitlin M.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weekends

Altoona, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have my AS Degree in Childcare. I worked at two daycare centers. I have been a nanny for at six families. I grew up with my aunt having a daycare at her house, so I helped take care of the children. I worked at a camp as a counselor. I worked at a camp for kids who have cancer and their siblings. I have two nieces whom I used...
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Vanesa V.

Looking To Babysit Or Help You And Your Family Out From Time To Time

Altoona, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
Hi my name is Vanesa. I have a range of experience with infants and children of all ages. I am a mother myself to an amazing 9-year-old. I am very detail oriented, clean, responsible and punctual. I am honest, trustworthy, reliable and I hold a very high level of integrity. I love helping people and I love caring for babies and...
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Staci N.

Child care

Altoona, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I ran a licensed day care/ preschool for over 19 years! Raised 3 beautiful children & now a Grandma of 7! I will be restarting my Daycare IN MY HOME in Altoona on October 1st. Hours will be 24/hrs starting @ 5 a.m. Monday- Friday @ 6pm
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Chelsie S.

Fun But Professional Sitter :)

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Chelsie and I'm 28 years old. I've raised my two youngest siblings and have babysat for a family friend for 5 years. I love arts and crafts, music, and reading. I love pets, I have 3 kitties and 3 dogs. Please note: I have a full time M-F job so I can only commit to evening jobs...

Emily J. says "Chelsie did a great job with our three little kids! she arrived early and communicated her needs and jumped right in with the kids. They loved her and it...

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Miah W.

child care

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
If you need a date night or weekend sitter I would love to help out! I've been a nanny for 3 years now and babysat all through high school as well, I have worked with as young as 2 months old! Working with children is a passion of mine and would love to help out as much as I can!

Alison D. says "Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are...

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Grace R.

Ankeny, IA

3.0(1)
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$16/hr
9 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Gracie! I have 9 years of experience and have worked with newborns to 9 years old. I am currently in nursing school and CPR certified. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, running errands, activities, and more! I will start school at the start of March and end at the start of May but I will have...

Regan P. says "Gracie was hired very short notice but was very loving and open to anything. She took great care of our kids and they loved her. I would hire her again"

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Sheryl Y.

Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am new to Iowa (been here a year) but not to childcare. I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. My best references are the kids in my neighborhood although I have adult...

Care Member says "Sheryl has helped to get our grandchild ready for school in the morning one day a week at this point. T can be a challenge at times. She has been able...

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Rhini A.

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I live in Ankeny and work full-time at Blank Children's Hospital as a Child Life Specialist. Looking for evening/ weekend babysitting hours. I taught elementary special education for 5 years prior to working in the hospital setting. If you're looking for occasional hours or need a date night every now and then message me.

Sarah S. says "Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave....

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Carol M.

Des Moines, IA

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Carol. I'm currently working as an educational consultant and I tutor and babysit on the side. I have an extensive history of working with children. In high school I worked part time in a day care center with mostly toddlers, I taught preschool for a year right out of college, and I have worked with...

Care Member says "Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!"

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Mollie K.

Part Time Baby Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I love being outdoors, I love playing sports with children. I love arts and crafts and building and creating new things. I have 3 nieces and 2 nephews, I have experience in caring for children, assisting with homework, drop off and pick up from school and daycare. I am able to assist with meal preparations, laundry, housekeeping...
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Malin V.

Looking For A Full-Time Summer Nanny?

Ankeny, IA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a college student at Iowa state university studying to be a pediatric occupational therapist. I have a lot of experience babysitting as it was my primary job growing up (5+ years). I am the oldest of 2 younger siblings and grew up with pets so I am pet friendly! I also have a car to run errands and carpool! I nanny...
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Janaya C.

Summer Caregiver

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am looking for a position as a nanny to consume my summer time where I hope to find a perfect family to spend multiple years with! I would be open to weekend hours, along with occasional date night arrangements. I love kids and I love to encourage kids to be outgoing and active!
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Colleen H.

Experienced Sitter With Fun Activities!

Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
I'm only available for occasional weeknight/weekend babysitting. I was a professional nanny for 8 years in New Jersey. I've babysat for a variety of families starting when I was 14. I will bring games, crafts, and activities with me and help kids with their homework, tidying up before bed, and any other needs they have while...
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Yuriko H.

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about helping families and making a positive impact on children's lives. I am currently a full-time nanny and I would love to babysit on the weekends!
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Mackenzie B.

Caring, Friendly Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello my name is Kenzie and I love kids! I have worked for the past year as a special education para-professional where I worked mostly with kindergarten-second grade. I moved to Des Moines to pursue an elementary education degree. I'm currently working as a server, but having a hard time fitting into the schedule, so I am...
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Keisha K.

Keisha

Mitchellville, IA

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$16/hr
2 years experience
hello, my name is Keisha I'm a mom of 4. we have one catsl and one dog! my work background includes my full-time job at nationwide for 6 years. my past experience I have childcare as well as caregiving experience! I look forward to assisting with your needs you may have and look forward to meeting you! I'd describe my...
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Kiley C.

Ankeny, IA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My experience in childcare includes five years of paid experience at my local daycare caring for many age ranges. I have also been my neighborhood babysitter and have four younger siblings who I cared for growing up on weekends and vacations. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in child development. My...
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Madelyn R.

Fun And Flexible Sitter

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
I have 8years of professional experience working in childcare settings, as well as many years as a nanny/babysitter. I would love to help your family out on weeknights as well as weekends. I am comfortable with all ages of children and love to come up with fun activities.
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Alexandra T.

Experienced Babysitter For Nights And Weekends! :)

Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
I have worked as a nanny and household manager for the past nine years. I love working with kids, I love the freedom and the responsibility of being a household manager And I feel that that position has really made me feel fulfilled. When it comes to children, I love everything from museums, park visits, arts and crafts, music,...
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  • 60 weekend child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated weekend child care is 5.0

Recent weekend child care reviews from local parents in Altoona, IA

Weekend Child Care in Altoona, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed weekend child care

Karla J.

Karla has been such a blessing for our family and our daughter! Karla has been providing childcare for our 8 month old daughter for the past...

- Care member

Chelsie S.

Chelsie did a great job with our three little kids! she arrived early and communicated her needs and jumped right in with the kids. They...

- Emily J.

Miah W.

Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates...

- Alison D.

FAQs for finding weekend child care near you in Altoona, IA

If you need to find child care on the weekends, it can help to have a budget in mind. The average hourly rate for weekend child care near you in Altoona, IA is $17.50 per hour. However, the exact rate you’ll pay will depend on a few important factors like the caregiver’s years of experience and how many children you have.

If you need to find someone to provide childcare on weekends, start your search by finding child care providers who live near you in Altoona, IA, sort by hourly rate, and check if their availability matches yours. You can search through 4 on Care.com. After creating an account, you will be able to see more details about each provider and start a conversation to find the right match. You can also read reviews from families that have used them with childcare on the weekends in the past.

When searching for child care for weekends, you can review 4 profiles near you in Altoona, IA. When reviewing caregiver profiles, you can see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, such as driving, cooking, and light housework. For example, some weekend child care providers may feel comfortable helping with homework, whereas others may want to focus on fun activities like playing games or taking trips to the park when providing child care on the weekends.

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