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- $20/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
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I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...
Care Member says "Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!"
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10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
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Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...
Joe W. says "Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple...
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7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
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Hi, my name is Madeline and I am looking for occasional babysitting gigs on week nights / weekends! I'm a University of Iowa grad and am currently in my first year teaching 1st grade here in DSM!! I have years of experience nannying and working at daycares so I'm good with kiddos of all ages:) Let me know if you ever need a...
Alyssa D. says "Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutor😀♥️. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him,...
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I am the second oldest in a big family that comes with a lot of babysitting experience growing up. I have worked with children my entire life and going into child psychology in school. I love children of all ages and always enjoy days in the sun or even indoor days. As an added bonus, love to clean! So, if there are dishes that...
Chris W. says "Brooke is the oldest daughter in a family of 7 kids so she has held many responsibilities since she was about 10 years old. She loves kids...they are her...
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8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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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I have 10+ years of experience with all ages of children, from infants to teenagers. I enjoy the company of children and have an energetic personality to keep them entertained. I nannied all throughout university and loved it! Now I work from home Monday-Friday, so I have the time to babysit again. I would be happy to assist on...
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light cleaning
I have 4 children, 3 are adults. My youngest is a 11-year-old boy. I enjoy attending Bible Studies and the Sunday Church assembly to worship and hear the word of God. I am taking my CPR and First Aid Class Tues September 9, 2025.
Hi!! I just graduated college in May, and am working for a year to save up for vet school. I'm super patient, high energy, and good at communication. I've worked as a babysitter through high school and college, as well as a pet sitter. I'm a vet tech during the day, and happy to help take care of pets of all sizes and breeds as...
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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...
Hi families! My name is Eva and I would love to help you out with your kiddos. I'm currently looking for just babysitting jobs on the weekends/ weeknights as I work full time at a daycare. I'm fun, outgoing and have experience with all ages! I am CPR/ First aid certified as well.
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Hi! I am a sophomore at Cornell College studying to become an elementary teacher. I have 5 years of experience babysitting, coaching various recreational sports, and leading summer group activities for young kids. I am available during the weekdays for any after-school help as well as on weekends. I love caring for kids and will...
Craft assistance
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I am a full-time nanny for a family that I have been with for over three years. I take care of three kids, one toddler and two school aged children. I also have 3 years of experience in preschool classrooms and enjoy working with young children of all ages, including infants! I am looking for some evenings/weekends work. I am...
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Nurturing children comes naturally to me. With 20 years of experience, I offer families a calm, creative, and reliable childcare option. My passion lies in fostering growth and making a positive impact on young lives. I have some college education, plus First Aid Training and CPR Training. I also completed Early Child...
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
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I have three years of experience working with children through babysitting and caring for younger relatives. During this time, I've developed a passion for creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for kids to thrive. I'm patient, friendly, and reliable, and I maintain open communication with parents, providing...
My name is Laura and I'm an 18-year-old senior in high school. I'm starting work at a daycare that closes at 5 p.m. and looking for a part time nanny position for after work and on weekends to get extra money and save for college. I've been babysitting kids as long as I can remember. I love babies and I really enjoy spending...
Carpooling
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Hi, I'm Courtney.
I currently live in Des Moines, and graduated with a B. S. in Neuroscience and a certificate in English and Creative Writing at the University of Iowa in 2021. I have been a summer-time nanny for a few years and have 10+ years of experience babysitting. I have coached youth soccer for 4 years and love all...
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Rylee and I am currently enrolled at Drake University pursuing my doctorate in pharmacy. At home I have three younger siblings, which I have spent plenty of time babysitting over the years. I am looking for a family who may need help after school and on the weekends, but I am open to being flexible! I enjoy being active...
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
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Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have lived in the Des Moines area for about 4 years now. I do work full time as an occupational therapy assistant, but have a very flexible schedule. I am returning to school at DMU in August to get my doctorate of occupational therapy. I am looking for something flexible, most likely...
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light cleaning
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I am available for summer care 2026!
*I only accept occasional evening or weekend jobs during the school year.*
Hi! I'm Jillayne and I am a very experienced babysitter and nanny, including full-time for young twins, summer care for multiple families, a year in Germany as an au pair, and for many date nights. I am a School...
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I am a full time mom to children 10, 8, 6 and 3. I babysat constantly from the time I was 12, through college, as I loved it. After college, I worked for Scholastic in New York City. When my oldest son was born, my husband and I decided to return to our Midwestern roots. We lived in Chicago, and had our second son and first...
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41 weekend child care are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.30/hr as of April 2026
The average star rating for rated weekend child care is 5.0
Recent weekend child care reviews from local parents in Des Moines, IA
Weekend Child Care in Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 41 listed weekend child care
Amber M.
Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Rachel C.
Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend...
- Joe W.
Madeline H.
Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutor😀♥️. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started...
- Alyssa D.
FAQs for finding weekend child care near you in Des Moines, IA
How much does weekend child care near me cost in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA is $17.30 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.
How do I find weekend child care near me in Des Moines, IA?
If you need to find someone to provide childcare on weekends, start your search by finding child care providers who live near you in Des Moines, IA, sort by hourly rate, and check if their availability matches yours. You can search through 20 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.
What types of weekend child care services are available near me in Des Moines, IA?
When searching for child care for weekends, you can review 20 profiles near you in Des Moines, 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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