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104 babysitters are listed in Ankeny, IA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Ankeny, IA
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021.
I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."
Ashraf Q.
Anna P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"
Truman J.
4.8
(6)
Hello,
My name is Julie, I am 50 years old. I have been a nanny/ babysitter for over 30 years.
I live in Ankeny & have one dog &2 cats.
I have experience from infants to toddlers and all the way to high school aged kids.
I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. I have a reliable 3 row vehicle. I am a non smoker &...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
4.0
"Julie was wonderful with our children when she cared for them. She was resourceful and highly engaged with them."
Jennifer G.
Rhini A.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently teaching at Pleasantville Elementary School while living in West Des Moines. I am a special education teacher for grades pre-k through sixth grade. Looking for occasional babysitting hours and to allow parents with children who have special needs an opportunity to get out without stress.
5.0
"Rhini cared for our one year old son and we absolutely loved her! She was easy to communicate with, punctual, and cleaned up before we got home. We are definitely going to hire her again!"
Emily F.
Gabriella N.
Ankeny, IA
$8-13/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a pet owner and lover. I have always loved looking after animals since I was little. I am willing to help out with any and all animals in any way I can.
Gabriella can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Gabe did a great job watching our two dogs while we were out of town...very accommodating and sent updates with pictures (at my request) each time the dogs were let out/taken care of!"
Kelly G.
5.0
(1)
I love children and pets! I have worked in a daycare for 2 years and have worked with all different ages. I love pets and have worked with all different species of animals and have pet sat many times.
5.0
"Erika was an asset to our family! She was consistent, reliable, & good at communicating with us. She covered transportation & after school care for a semester for my elementary/middle school aged daughters. I would definitely hire her again!!"
Laura M.
Riley Q.
Ankeny, IA
$18-19/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Riley, I'm 24 and I have been employed at a daycare in Ankeny since 2016. I have worked in the toddler room for 3 years with children aging 18 to 24 months - but I am comfortable with any age! I am also certified in CPR and first aid.
I understand how difficult it is to leave your children with someone else - and...
Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Riley was so nice and just seemed to enjoy being with our daughter. She was on time, listened to what we told her, and in general did a great job! I was very comfortable leaving her with our baby."
Sarah C.
Rhini A.
Ankeny, IA
$8-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I love dogs of all sizes and ages; I am willing to care for all pet types too. I enjoy cuddling, walking and playing with all animals. I have experience dog sitting for neighborhood dogs and have two family dogs of my own.
Rhini can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Erika and I live in Greenville, SC. I attend college in Ankeny, Iowa in the fall and spring. I am working on graduating with an associate's degree in Office Administration. I love working with all kinds of animals! I have taken care of all kinds of animals for friends and family . I really enjoy the individual...
Erika can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Rhini A.
Ankeny, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I live in Ankeny and work full-time at Blank Children's Hospital as a Child Life Specialist. Looking for evening/ weekend babysitting hours. I taught elementary special education for 5 years prior to working in the hospital setting. If you're looking for occasional hours or need a date night every now and then message me.
Rhini can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave. She knows how to engage and have fun with our 5 year old. She's patient and loving and kind. Rhini felt like...
Sarah S.
Alexa M.
Ankeny, IA
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexa and I have 10 years of childcare experience. I'm fun, goofy, and have a very bubbly personality! Give me all the Disney, sweet treats, and adventures. I'm still a kid at heart, which puts childcare right up my alley. I've always worked in childcare, and I love it. Watching kids grow and develop, makes my...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Calli can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Taylor B.
Ankeny, IA
$26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Taylor and I just recently moved to Ankeny!
I started my childcare experience at an in-home-daycare when I was 13 years old. I later worked in an after-school care program where I was responsible for a group of children (ages ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade). Before moving to Cedar Falls, I worked as a...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our...
Alex R.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, fun, extrovert
I like working with kids because it's a new adventure every day and they make me so happy. I am studying at Iowa State University to be an elementary education teacher!!
I'm looking for a job that is super fun and can make great connections with others!!
I started...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Katelyn and I would love to be your nanny or babysitter. I grew up in a large family of seven kids. I am the second oldest and have taken care of my two youngest siblings since they were born and they are now 6 and 7. I have work in multiple child care settings including being a full time in-home nanny.
Katelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlyn is very reliable, kind, and wanting to help. She has went above and beyond to help with the kiddos "
Care member
Hi! I am 27 years old and looking for a side job. I have an associates degree in accounting, and am currently going back to school 3 days a week to be a nail technician! I have a baby who will be 1 in April! I have seven years of experience as a personal assistant with daily tasks ranging from scheduling appts, running errands,...
Mallory can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I'm almost 25 years old. I am very experienced with children of all ages. I previously worked as a Para-educator at an elementary school, working 1 on 1 with special needs kiddos. I was a para for 3 years. I also worked with minor age clients who have special needs in the home as well as the community, and have about 2 years of...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Hello, my name is Ella and here are some things about me! I come from a big family. I have older and younger siblings. I have had to watch my younger siblings countless of times, so I have a wide range of age experience. I have babysat children from ages 3 months-12 years old. I love playing and watching sports. Some...
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Ella arrived a few minutes early. She gave my son her undivided attention."
Care member
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Assistive Technology/AAC. I have worked with several different kinds of special needs and have the most experience in autism and cp children. I love helping out give parents a break. I love taking them do fun things going on outings and playing with...
my name is Alayna ! i'm in iowa home for the summer and looking for babysitting or cleaning jobs! I have 5 years of experience with kids nannying for summers and worked last year professionally cleaning! I can help with any random jobs!
Alayna can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ankeny, IA
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
Anna P.
5.0
Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!
- Truman J.
Julie R.
5.0
Julie is tremendous with kids. She loves them and it shows. Kids gravitate to her because she is fun, safe and plans things to do with them. My children are 30, 28 and 25 and they are all still in touch with Julie, as am I. Julie is very flexible, can help with most household chores, is a great...
- Marie G.
Rhini A.
5.0
Rhini cared for our one year old son and we absolutely loved her! She was easy to communicate with, punctual, and cleaned up before we got home. We are definitely going to hire her again!
- Emily F.
Gabriella N.
5.0
Gabe did a great job watching our two dogs while we were out of town...very accommodating and sent updates with pictures (at my request) each time the dogs were let out/taken care of!
- Kelly G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ankeny, IA:
How can I find a Ankeny babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ankeny, IA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 104 babysitters in Ankeny, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Ankeny, IA?
The average rate for Ankeny, IA babysitters on Care.com is $16.46 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Ankeny, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ankeny, IA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Ankeny, IA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Ankeny, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 104 listed babysitters.