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42 weekend nannies are listed in Johnston, IA
The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 11 years
Weekend nannies in Johnston, IA
Hi, my name is Bailey. I have worked with children from the age of 16 to present day. I started working at a daycare specifically in the infant room & the 2-year-old room. I have my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a reading endorsement. I have five years of experience being a nanny for a wonderful family of two...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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, his confidence has improved tremendously and he's retaining information better😀♥️. I would definitely...
Alyssa D.
Stephanie M.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been working with children for 10+ years. I have worked at daycares, school districts, babysat and nanny for families. I have also worked with children who have special needs. Currently I am a Receptionist at a Pediatric Dentistry and also work as a Substitute at any Iowa school district. Perviously I was an...
Annamaria can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Madelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sophia B.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 20 years old in college at DMACC. I've worked at my church daycare/summer camp, in school with disabled peers, and been employed in a professional daycare for over a year. After that, I was the assistant director of an after-school program (laid off due to Covid). Now I nanny part time attending school full time for about 3...
Sophia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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!
Janaya can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Delaney P.
West Des Moines, IA
$17-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have found a nanny job for this summer, but I am still available for sporadic babysitting on nights/weekends. During the school year, I'm flexible with night/weekend care.
I'd describe my personality as positive, personable, & kind. Integrity is important to me.
I've spent 2 summers working as a lifeguard for Glen Oaks and...
Delaney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Breanna R.
Ankeny, IA
$18-30/hr • 8 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...
Kenadee G.
Ankeny, IA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kenadee! I am 22. I graduated from Iowa State last year with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I am currently obtaining my masters on the weekend and nights. I am CPR/first aid certified. I have 5 years of experience in a daycare setting, and have nannied for nine years! I love spending time with...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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,...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Marissa and I am 19 years old! I graduated from SEP in 2023. I am a full time Store Manager at Scooters Coffee. At Scooters I have been a Barista, Shift Lead, MIT (manager in training), ASM (assistant manager), and now Store Manager. I have worked here since June 2021. Some fun facts about me would be that I've...
Marissa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katie and I moved to DSM one year ago for my husband's job with the DSM fire department. Currently I am a nanny for two children under age 3 with another one on the way! I have 1 year experience as a preschool teacher, 4 years experience providing respite services for kids and adults with special needs and 2...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Courtney B.
Des Moines, IA
$12-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
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...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ida G.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Mom of 18-month-old boy. Looking for part time care. Once or twice a week night plus potentially some weekends as well.
5.0
"Ida is very responsible and trustworthy. Willing to help wherever she is needed. Very good with the kids. She has experience with newborn all the way up to teenager. Also helped with house cleaning, laundry, meal preparations, baking, gardening, and taking kids...
AMANDA E.
Kelsey A.
West Des Moines, IA
$5-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kelsey and I am a sophomore at Illinois State University. I have much younger siblings so I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old. For a couple summers, I nannied for 4-year-old twins, and almost every other weekend. I am babysitting for up to 5 kids at a time from 3 months to 12 years old. I love kids,...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
4.4
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a 47-year-old woman who is quickly approaching the empty nest phase of life. I have a 20-year-old son and a 24-year-old daughter. I had homeschooled them for 17 years. I am now a grandma to the most perfect 18-month-old grandson. My faith is very important to me but I am not intrusive with it. I have worked with children of...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Lisa is very good with kids of all ages. She's always willing to watch my kids and very flexible with her hours she's available. One of the best sitters I've hired!"
Travis R.
Vanesa V.
Altoona, IA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking To Babysit Or Help You And Your Family Out From Time To Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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 7-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...
Vanesa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Karla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Karla has been a great sitter for our family! Shes super accountable, good with communicating, and has such a gentle loving heart. Our son has a lot of fun with her! Our family is super grateful for her as our sitter!"
Eletta F.
Jacqueline H.
Norwalk, IA
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there,
My name is Jackie!
I love working with young children and partnering with families to provide high-quality, individualized care in your home.
I have a Masters degree in Early Childhood Special Education, and am a full-time early intervention teacher. I have worked with children and families in a variety of...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Jacqueline provided OUTSTANDING care for our 3-6month baby. She gave us the confidence we needed to leave him for some parent time on the weekend! As soon as she arrived she engaged him and soothed him. She competently bottle-fed, diapered, played with him, and put...
Laura W.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Johnston, IA
Madeline H.
5.0
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, his confidence has improved tremendously and he's retaining information better😀♥️. I would definitely recommend her if you have a child...
- Alyssa D.
Ida G.
5.0
Ida is very responsible and trustworthy. Willing to help wherever she is needed. Very good with the kids. She has experience with newborn all the way up to teenager. Also helped with house cleaning, laundry, meal preparations, baking, gardening, and taking kids to and from school functions. She...
- AMANDA E.
Lisa F.
5.0
Lisa is very good with kids of all ages. She's always willing to watch my kids and very flexible with her hours she's available. One of the best sitters I've hired!
- Travis R.
Karla J.
5.0
Karla has been a great sitter for our family! Shes super accountable, good with communicating, and has such a gentle loving heart. Our son has a lot of fun with her! Our family is super grateful for her as our sitter!
- Eletta F.
Jacqueline H.
5.0
Jacqueline provided OUTSTANDING care for our 3-6month baby. She gave us the confidence we needed to leave him for some parent time on the weekend! As soon as she arrived she engaged him and soothed him. She competently bottle-fed, diapered, played with him, and put him to sleep. We are so sad to...
- Laura W.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Johnston, IA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Johnston, IA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Johnston, IA, you can search through 3 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 Johnston, IA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Johnston, 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 $17.33 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Johnston, IA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Johnston, 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 Johnston, 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 3 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Johnston, IA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Johnston, IA?
All weekend nannies near you in Johnston, 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.