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

60 after school babysitters are listed in Ankeny, IA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years

After school babysitters in Ankeny, IA

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Rhini A.


Ankeny, IA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rhini babysat for our four young boys and our dog in a hotel while we were in town for a wedding. Not an easy task, but she handled it seamlessly. The boys loved her and communicating and scheduling with her was super easy. I would definitely recommend Rhini."

Leslie L.

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Rylee H.


Ankeny, IA

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

About Me!:)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My names Rylee! I'm an enthusiastic and caring nanny with 6 years of experience! I started babysitting at 15 and then started part time nannying that summer. I got a job at a daycare shortly after and continued to work part time there until I graduated high school. Once I graduated I worked there full time for a year...
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Taylor B.


Ankeny, IA

$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Taylor and I would love to chat if you need childcare! 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 to...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Carli U.


Ankeny, IA

$18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced, Responsible, College Student!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I grew up on farm in NW Iowa, and am currently attending DMACC in Ankeny! I have many years of experience with many ages of children and different families. I am a kind, reliable sitter who will take initiative to tidy up your home. I would love to help you out with any child care needs you may need!!(:
Carli can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Macey E.


Ankeny, IA

$15-24/hr • 4 yrs exp

Reliable With Lots Of Experience!

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have been babysitting ever since I was 16! I did mostly summer nannying for family friends and I had so much fun! I love working with kids! I am doing online school at dmacc currently so I am very available!
Macey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Grace T.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have been watching kids since I was 14 years old I try and make sure that they have a fun time during the duration of my stay and finish any other tasks that they have to do. I'm a life guard and swim instructor so water is not a problem for me....
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace was our after school nanny for our six year old for the better part of the school year. She was very reliable and always showed up on time. She was great about setting boundaries with him and keeping him off screens if that was necessary and would do...

Jillian L.

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Taryn H.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Why You Should Consider Me As A Caretaker For Your Child!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Taryn! Here's a bit about me:) I'm 20 years old, and hoping to continue my education in business at dmacc, I've been around kids and helping take care of them since before I could remember, and as the oldest sister of 6, babysitting here and there, helping my mom with her childcare business at home and being a nanny for...
Taryn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Taryn is so caring and friendly to our 5 and 3 year old. She's very artistic and creative as well so she is always coming up with fun activities for my girls. They love when I tell them Taryn is coming over which is very reassuring as a parent. She's very...

Jessica M.

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Bailey D.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Bailey, I'm 24 and I'm a Junior at Grand View University studying psychology and public health! I have a sweet little cat, and I paint, do puzzles, sew, and read in my spare time. I have experience that varies from baby sitting after high school for two years to tutoring in an elementary school,...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a positive environment. My 8 year old looks forward to her visits and so does mom!"

Krystal M.

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Payton B.


Des Moines, IA

$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Payton, I have 4 years of experience in childcare. I've worked as an art teacher, swim instructor and coach, summer camp counselor, part-time babysitter, and special needs assistant. I currently attend school at Drake University, I am a part of Delta Gamma Sorority and Student Senate. I am Lifeguard certified, CPR and...
Payton can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Elizabeth P.


Des Moines, IA

$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Beth and I am looking for a position for the school year. I am the oldest sibling of seven, and have had a lot of practice looking after younger siblings-from infant through school-age, and have experience managing activities across a broad age range. I have babysat children near my university during the school...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jalie B.


Des Moines, IA

$10-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jalie! I am currently a student at grandview university where I am studying kinesiology. I am looking to have a part time job alongside school. I have had two years of experience working for another family, but ever since I was 14 I was babysitting kids in my hometown. I truly love children and would love to be a...
Jalie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Rutendo M.


Des Moines, IA

$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp

Rutendo - Fun, Caring And Down To Earth Sitter

I have 3 years of experience baby sitting. I have baby sat newborns to 12 years old children. I enjoy cooking for the kiddos, coming up with indoor activities and reading books or singing for kiddos during nap-time or bedtime. I also can help with travel and carpooling from school. I am confident, fun and exciting. I am also a...
Rutendo can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Olivia E.


Bondurant, IA

$16/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for many years. I first started out babysitting for family friends, neighbors, etc. I then was employed through Childserve to work with children and adults with special needs for almost 3 years. I have also worked with an 18-month-old to help with home physical therapy. I am going to school to become...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Alicia L.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Before And After School Care

I have worked in licensed daycare for 4 years, received an associates degree in early childhood devolpment, and have training in CPR and first aid. I am studying to become an art teacher and I also very active playing soccer for my university.
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Meghan M.


Des Moines, IA

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter For Your Little Ones

Hello! I am a 21-year-old empathetic, caring, loving, patient, and creative person. I have approximately 7 years of experience working with children and the mentally challenged. Additionally, I am a clean and organized individual and enjoy bringing that into my work. I am looking to help children with their every day needs,...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tava G.


Des Moines, IA

$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi there my name is Tava, I have been babysitting for a while now. After I graduated high school I started nannying in Colorado Springs but I moved back to Iowa to be closer to family. I am looking for a family to nanny for. I have flexible hours, I'm a positive and upbeat person that loves the outdoors, animals, and kids. My...
Tava can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Avery S.


Des Moines, IA

$14-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Easy Going, Creative Sitter :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Avery and I am looking for a part-time nanny job (ideally after school type care). I enjoy many different types of activities; both indoor and outdoor! A few facts about me: - I currently work in the restaurant industry, where I have been for 15 months - I have a 5-year-old Golden Doodle (named Meadow) and love...
Avery can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Natalie K.


Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

I have 6 years of experience for multiple families with different ages of children. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I love taking the kids on mini adventures and having fun-filled days.
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Jumacia D.


Des Moines, IA

$8-10/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-Time to Full-Time Caregiver Available

From the time I was born, my mother was a registered child care provider and continued a business out of our home for 12 years so I grew up in that environment all my life. Shortly after my mother stopped her business, my sister became a registered child care provider and now runs a successful business out of her home. I have...
Jumacia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep

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

Rhini A.

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 part of our family the moment we met...

- Sarah S.

Taylor B.

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 nanny forever! I really couldn't...

- Alex R.

Grace T.

5.0

Grace was our after school nanny for our six year old for the better part of the school year. She was very reliable and always showed up on time. She was great about setting boundaries with him and keeping him off screens if that was necessary and would do activities with him. We missed her when her...

- Jillian L.

Taryn H.

5.0

Taryn was great with my 10yo and 2yo. I would hire her again. The girls absolutely love her. I recommend her and trust her with my girls.

- Tracy J.

Bailey D.

5.0

Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a positive environment. My 8 year old looks forward to her visits and so does mom!

- Krystal M.

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After School Babysitters in Ankeny, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.