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51 after school babysitters are listed in Ames, IA

The average posted rate is $13/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 4 years

After school babysitters in Ames, IA

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Chloe D.


Ames, IA

$15-22/hr3 yrs exp

Student At ISU Looking For After School Care Job Or Babysitting.

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I have 3 years of experience. I worked at a Waukee daycare during high school and nannied for one summer. I can help with light housekeeping, pet care, and errands. I am from Urbandale but am living in Ames right now. I am a student at Iowa State University. Comfortable driving children to activities and helping make sure they...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Heidi S.


Ames, IA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Hi I'm Heidi. I'm About To Graduate High School And I Am Looking For A Full Time Job In The Summer.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am CPR certified. I have worked as an assistant manger at an after school day care system for 3 years and coached elementary school kids for 4 years. I primarily work with kids K-5th. I'd describe my personality as patient, creative, and caring. I love working with kids because you can be fun, active, and learn things from...
Heidi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Natalie C.


Ames, IA

$12-22/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I've cared for children since middle school because I love helping them grow. As a regular caregiver, I have and do - support infants' development, engage them, diaper them, and help them fall asleep, - ensure toddlers interact with their peers and build their routines, - encourage preschoolers' independence, and -...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Excellent! Very professional! My son had a great time! Her questions before she started really set me at ease about her being alone with my son. Would love to have her back!"

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Avery B.


Ames, IA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Avery and I am looking for a family who needs help after school. I would describe myself as patient, friendly, and always willing to play with the kids plus keep them entertained. The past three summers I have worked in a kids club at my hometown and have been babysitting for numerous families since middle...
Avery can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kiska D.


Ames, IA

$11-50/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny Who Adores Children!

Absolutely adore kids and looking for an after school job! I have experience with nannying and babysitting, ranging from newborns to 8-year-olds. I have even cared for sick and disabled children, so I am confident that I can take on anything.
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Kacie M.


Ames, IA

$15-16/hr8 yrs exp

Hi there, my name is Kacie! I have experience in babysitting children anywhere from infants to young teens! I am more than happy to take your kids to school and pick them up after, as well as taking them to and from after school activities. I would be more then willing to run errands, pick up groceries, cook and clean! I am...
Kacie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Evalina G.


Ames, IA

$12-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a chemical engineering student at ISU with experience working with children from newborn to middle school age. I am living in-between Ames and Altoona this summer and am offering babysitting services. Experience: 1. Daycare intern (fully in German) (Kindertagesstätte Rasselbande): 2023 2. Fencing/chess/programming...
Evalina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Evalina is great, she is reliable and sweet, calm and comforting for our 5 year old and fun for our 10 year old. Thank you Evalina!"

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Sara W.


Ames, IA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile! I'm a first-year veterinary student at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine, and I'm currently looking for a fun and fulfilling nannying opportunity during my summer break. I've been babysitting since high school, caring for children ranging from 6 months to 12 years...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Francis D.


Ames, IA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Frank

My name is Frank. I am currently a student at Iowa State University studying History Education. I helped run a summer day camp for 30 kids last summer and have worked as a baby sitter before that as well. In my free time I like to play basketball, read, watch sports, go for runs, play video games, and just hang out with friends...
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Chloe H.


Ames, IA

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Chloe and I am a junior at Iowa State University majoring in Marketing. As a caring and experienced childcare provider with 5+ years of experience, I started babysitting in high school and absolutely love it! My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, which further solidified my desire to...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Abbigail B.


Ames, IA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Full-Time Summer Nanny

I am currently looking for a full-time summer nanny position! I have experience babysitting and currently work at a direct care facility for kids with special needs.
Abbigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Teryn F.


Ames, IA

$16-17/hr1 yrs exp

Nanny

My name is Teryn. I go to Iowa State University, and I am majoring in Elementary Education. I am getting my math and reading endorsements. I am a junior. In the past I have babysat and been a nanny for the summer. I worked at summer school for a summer. I worked at a daycare over the summer in Gilbert. I have my own car. I also...
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Jaci C.


Ames, IA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Jaci! I am currently a student at ISU. I just completed my Associate of Arts last year, and competed on the Women's Basketball team at Iowa Central Community College. In high school I was active in 4H, FFA, Basketball, Volleyball, and Track. Currently, I am taking classes here at Iowa State to complete my...
Jaci can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

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Samantha G.


Ames, IA

$10-18/hr5 yrs exp

I love hanging with kiddos and making sure they're both having fun and being safe at the same time! I worked at a daycare for two years and have had over five years of babysitting experience!
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Tess D.


Ames, IA

$10-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Tess, and I am 23 years old. I am an Iowa State Alum with a degree in public relations. I currently work full time at the National Pork Producers Council but would love to start babysitting again part time. I love kids and have babysat for various families ranging from 1-3 kids. I also nannied two boys full...
Tess can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Lindsay F.


Ames, IA

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Care

Located in Ames, IA. I have cared for children of multiple ages and volunteered for many years at various youth events and camps. I also was a theatre director for about 25 middle school and high school students. My great-grandmother and my grandmother have lived with me and my family and I cared for both of them. I have a...
Lindsay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Madison O.


Ames, IA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Madison (22) and I am a caregiver from Ames. I am in my final year of English and Secondary Education, and will be full-time student teaching in the fall at the middle school level in ELA! I've been working with children my entire life. I have four younger sisters who are 10+ years younger than me. Because of our large...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
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Masie L.


Ames, IA

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hi! I have a younger brother who I have taken care of for years. I have regularly babysat for a family from January of 2021 till now. I love doing arts and crafts and playing games. I enjoy being creative and going on adventures. I am currently pursuing a nursing degree through DMACC. I have my CNA and advanced CNA. I work as a...
Masie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

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Janette S.


Ames, IA

$13-50/hr2 yrs exp

Young Professional Seeking Child And/or Pet Care Position. Experienced In Cleaning And Cooking.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Janette. I graduated from ISU in May. I am 23 and began childcare at 17. I have nannied, and also cared for kids at my local church. I understand the importance of relationships and desire to know families well. I can cook meals, drive, run errands, clean, do chores, and am comfortable around pets. I am also...
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Summer M.


Ames, IA

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I am currently finishing up my Associates degree at DMACC and I nanny for 2 wonderful kids but I will be transferring to Iowa State University in the fall and be living in Ames! References upon request.
Summer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ratings for Ames, IA after school babysitters listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

After School Babysitters in Ames, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 51 listed after school babysitters.