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47 weekend nannies are listed in Polk City, IA
The average rate is $30/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 9 years
Weekend nannies in Polk City, IA
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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.
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,...
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Polk City, IA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Polk City, IA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Polk City, 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 does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Polk City, IA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Polk City, 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 $30.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Polk City, IA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Polk City, 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 Polk City, 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 1 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Polk City, IA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Polk City, IA?
All weekend nannies near you in Polk City, 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.