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Milinda B.

Loving And Caring It Doesn't Matter The Age.

Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I would like to tell you a little bit about myself. As long as I can remember I dreamed of being a mom. I surrounded myself with children. I began to babysit full time over the summers when I was only 11 years old. Starting with two little girls named Mindy and Heather, who lived just down the street. I spent several evenings...
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Hannah M.

Waukee, IA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hi all! My name is Hannah and I will be attending DMU in the fall for their OTD program! I am from Kalona which is just 20 mins south of Iowa City. I will be moving to Waukee area the last week of July! I have had many years of babysitting and just this past 6 months have been nannying for a family with four kiddos! I have...
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Katie K.

Babysitter

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...
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Mirabel G.

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Other than English, I have skills in Spanish and have child care experience through ages 1-12. A lot of my experience is from younger family relatives when it comes to ages 5+ and experience below that age range comes from babysitting for different families. I really enjoy engaging with younger children and it's also something...
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Abigail B.

Caring And Fun Nanny With College Education And 12+ Years Of Experience

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been nannying, tutoring and helping parents on and off for the last 18 years, giving me 12+ years of experience. I am CPR & First Aid certified. I'm a former Lifeguard & CNA. I have 3 children of my own, ages: 3 in September (son), 4 (daughter) & 7 (daughter). I'm available for date nights and occasional weekend baby...
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Mackenzie B.

Caring, Friendly Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Kalie W.

Creator Of Fun Inside And Outside

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Kalie, I am a graduate student from the University of Iowa. I am in the Des Moines area completing my internship in child life at Blank Children's Hospital. I have multiple years of experience caring for kids of all ages and ability levels. I was a nanny through my undergraduate years and had multiple other...
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Addison H.

Looking For Nanny Position Next Summer:)

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
hey! im addison, a highschool student at dowling in west des moines. I have an experience with kids through nannying after school and full time in the summers, babysitting on weeknights and weekends, and part time work at a daycare center. I have experience with ages newborn-10 years. I have a vehicle and drivers license. also...
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Mattea C.

Clive, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Background: Hi! I'm originally from Kansas City, Missouri and decided to move to Iowa to study and graduate from ISU May of 2020. I'm currently employed as a compliance specialist for a local engineering firm. I'm an open book and have experience nannying (3 kids at once). I'm available to accommodate to your individual families...
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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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Vanessa S.

Ankeny, IA

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I have been working with children since I was 14 years old. I am currently still working with kiddos as a Behavioral Technician. I did work in daycares for a while then I was a nanny for 4 years. Now I am looking for side babysitting jobs to make a little extra cash. My most availability would be after work hours around 5:30...
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Kiley C.

Ankeny, IA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Delaney P.

West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am flexible with weeknight/weekend care during the summer & school year. I'd describe my personality as positive, personable, & kind. Integrity is important to me. I spent the last 2 summers as a nanny for two kids (7 & 9) and had a wonderful time with them. I've spent 2 summers working as a lifeguard at country clubs, &...
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Sarah H.

Looking For A Nanny For The Summer Of 2024?

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I am looking to nanny for the summer of 2024 in Ankeny or surrounding areas. I am looking for a large and loving family to help make summer more easy and enjoyable. I enjoy exercising, being outside, reading, and spending time with my family. I am Red Cross lifeguard certified, as well as CPR and first-aid certified. I...
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Sara N.

Occasional Evening Sitter

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience working with children! I started off as an after-school associate at an elementary school . . During the school year, I work full time and I'm available to help your family out in the evenings after 5 o'clock. During the summer, I am available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8am-5 p.m. I typically have two...
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Paula N.

West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I would like to help out on weekends I can come for dates or all day whatever works best for you I can do meals laundry or take them where needed I'm a grandma and know how to play and entertain them while you enjoy time away There might be some hugs and reading to or take them to outings I'm here for you on Saturday or Sunday...
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Kelsey A.

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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,...
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Jacqueline H.

Norwalk, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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...

Laura W. says "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...

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Amber M.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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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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  • 43 weekend nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $38.00/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated weekend nannies is 5.0

Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Johnston, IA

Weekend Nannies in Johnston, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 43 listed weekend nannies

Jacqueline H.

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...

- Laura W.

Amber M.

Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!

- Care member

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

FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Johnston, IA

To find a weekend nanny near you in Johnston, IA, you can search through 1 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 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 $38.00 per hour.

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.

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 1 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Johnston, IA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.

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.

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