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My name is Lydia, and I am a Special Education teacher in the Clear Creek Amana School District. I am occasional nannying/babysitting/jobs or tutoring services after school or on the weekends! I am located in the Cedar Rapids area. I have been a nanny for several years, and have 3+ years experience working at a daycare center...
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am a junior at Iowa State this year going into education, and I love working with kids! I have 6+ years of experience at preschools, previous nanny jobs, and at the elementary school district. I am looking for a nanny position primarily for afternoons and evenings as well as weekends. However I am looking for a full time...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maggie M.
Ames, IA
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I am Maggie. I am a sophomore at Iowa State studying Early Childhood Education. I have a lot of experience with children. In eighth grade I started babysitting my three cousins on the weekends during the school year. That summer I started babysitting them three days a week, and babysat them every summer until I was a senior...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Eimile P.
Ames, IA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Eimile, I'm 23 years old, and I live in Ames! I'm the oldest of 4 kids and spent much of my childhood caring for my siblings, then started nannying right after high school. I've cared for as many as 2 children at a time professionally but I am able to care for more! I spent 1 year nannying a 3 y/o and 5 y/o,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I have a lot of experience working with kids, I have babysat for many years, been a lifeguard and personal swim instructor. I have also worked in child care in a daycare as well as elementary schools with with kids who have behavioral needs. I have worked with...
Amelia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Kelsey and I am a veteran spouse living in Polk City! I have cared for many families all over Iowa and North Carolina (where we were stationed), but am so happy to say we are permanently in Iowa. (I have tons of fabulous references from all types of care giving positions I have been so honored to be a part...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelsey is a wonderful nanny!! We keep in touch and I will definitely use her again next time I need care!"
Courtney F.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Ames, IA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Ames, IA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Ames, IA, you can search through 5 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Ames, IA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Ames, IA depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $15.60 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Ames, IA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Ames, IA, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Ames, IA take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 5 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Ames, IA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Ames, IA?
All weekend nannies near you in Ames, IA found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.