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Find after school babysitters in Ames, IA that you’ll love

59 after school babysitters are listed in Ames, IA

The average posted rate is $13/hr as of November 2024

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Cleah P.


Ames, IA

$18-22/hr8 yrs exp

Sitter With A Love For Making Connections, Taking Care Of Others, And Having Fun!

I have 8+ years of personal experience sitting and taking care of dependents. I am capable of looking after children of any age, but I have specialized in taking care of infants ages 4-15 months, toddlers ages 2-3, and school aged children, ages 5-9. Multiple children are not a problem, and I can absolutely cook, clean,...
Cleah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We have very high standards for the people who sit with our 4 year old son. We found Natalie to be very skillful in working with him, keeping him fully-engaged, active, and winning him over without any problems. We are very impressed by Natalie's capabilities and...

Caialee C.

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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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Lydia F.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

My name is Lydia, and I am a Special Education teacher in the Clear Creek Amana School District. I am occasional nannying/babysitting/jobs or tutoring services after school or on the weekends! I am located in the Cedar Rapids area. I have been a nanny for several years, and have 3+ years experience working at a daycare center...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Monica C.


Ames, IA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Right now I'm full time in home behavioral counselor after school hours I work. I work with ages 4 to 18 years old. I have been working with children since I was in middle school. I would love to help before afterschool hours or weekends when needed. I also have a degree children family and adult services graduated from Iowa...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jewel S.


Ames, IA

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Housekeeper/ Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Jewel, and I am a 19-year-old pre-med biology major at Iowa State University. I have over three years of experience working with children, 5 to 9 years old being the age I work with the most, including some experience working with people with special needs. Other than my childcare job, I have also been a babysitter...
Jewel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"The night went perfectly and Jewel was great."

Matthew S.

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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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Mckinna H.


Ames, IA

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hi, I am 21 years old and currently a junior at State University. I am very reliable and patient with children. I have 10 years of experience, ages newborns to 10+. I am also willing to help with extra things, like light housekeeping, laundry, travel, errands. I am currently looking for a full-time summer nanny job!
Mckinna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ryleigh P.


Ames, IA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I have been working at a daycare since November 2021. I got all of my certifications then, but never got a paper copy. I have worked with toddlers, preschool, and school age but mostly toddlers. I love getting the kids active and moving. Little walks, dancing, or children's yoga. Learning about what the kids enjoy is huge for...
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Katherine R.


Ames, IA

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider who's passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. I have 5+ years of experience caring for children of all ages and have a natural ability to connect with them. I am patient, calm, and creative, providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can flourish. I believe in open...
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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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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, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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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, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Bailey H.


Ames, IA

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

Bailey.

Hi I'm Bailey and I am currently living in Ames! I'd describe my personality as patient, friendly, and approachable! I started working with kids when I was around 14 years old. I often babysat kids of all ages on weekends and during summers for friends/ family. In my spare time, I like to go to the gym, play sports, and be...
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Ames, IA

Natalie C.

5.0

Natalie did a great job with our 4 yr old son! He took to her right away and had a blast. He even asked the next morning if she was still there.

- Jessica C.

Evalina G.

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!

- Care member

Jewel S.

5.0

The night went perfectly and Jewel was great.

- Matthew S.

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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 12 reviews of the 59 listed after school babysitters.