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After school babysitters in Grimes, IA

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Makayla C.


Grimes, IA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Love Working With Kids And Experienced With Nannin

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked at a daycare for two years and i've been with all different age groups, As of right now i'm a current full time nanny and i'm looking to pick up some extra babysitting jobs. I'm very outgoing and love doing new fun activities, I'm fully certified in CPR and first aid and i'm available most week nights and weekends:)
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Anna N.


Grimes, IA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Anna! I am 20 years old and attend the Boone DMACC. I currently reside in Ames. I've had a passion for babysitting/nannying/daycares, kids in general, for a long time! I love to entertain kids in an enjoyable and learning type of way. I love the outdoors, movies, and art! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time And Part-Time Senior Caregiver

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 3 and a caregiver with 20 years of professional experience caring for seniors, people with mental disabilities, and children of all ages.
Debra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kendra S.


Waukee, IA

$33/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working in preschools, nannying for families with children ages 10 months - 15 years old, coaching children in figure skating, and experience working in nursing homes as a certified nurses aid. I graduated from the University of Minnesota Duluth with a bachelors degree in Political Science and Chinese Studies...
Kendra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Kendra has strong leadership skills. Kendra is a very empathic person who gets along well with almost anybody. She loves working with children. Her experiences from working in nursing homes as a CNA also show her love of the older generation. Kendra is a quick...

Tammy S.

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Bailey D.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr6 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, light cleaning, craft assistance
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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Alissia A.


Clive, IA

$17-23/hr2 yrs exp

Outgoing Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Alissia, a caring and dependable babysitter with a genuine love for babies and young children. I'm passionate about creating a nurturing, fun, and safe environment where your little ones can thrive. I believe in building strong, lasting connections with families and helping out in any way I can. Whether it's keeping the...
Alissia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I hired alissia today to watch my son. She was very punctual and communicated well. She sent pictures throughout the day and gave me updates which really gave me peace of mind. My son seemed to really enjoy her and loved the activities they did. She even loaded the...

Brionna W.

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Miranda K.


West Des Moines, IA

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over seven years of childcare (babysitting, coaching, daycare) experience - in addition to growing up in a family of five. I am currently a PA student at Des Moines University, and have most afternoons/evenings free. I enjoy spending time outside/being active, and I love learning. I am CPR/first aid certified, I have my...
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Miranda is a gem!! She’s honest, bright, reliable, polite and understanding. She’s just a very good person! She’s been amazing to our young kids and I feel lucky i found her! I can tell that my kids are happier because of her. We 100 percent recommend Miranda to...

Brittany S.

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Grace T.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr7 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, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Grace has been watching my 16 month old twins,2-3 days a week, for a few months along with my 3 and 5 year old one day/week. She is very dependable, sweet, and easy going. My twins do have a tough time when I leave, but they always warm up within a few minutes of...

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Alexis M.


Waukee, IA

$19/hr8 yrs exp

I have worked with kids since I was little. I used to babysit for my neighborhood kids after school when I was in middle school and I started working at a daycare when I was 16! I moved to Arizona when I was 18 to pursue my Bachelors in Elementary Education at Grand Canyon University. Throughout my time at GCU, I worked for a...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lexi loves kids and she does a great job! She's watched my baby as well as my other child at ages 4 and 5. She really cares about kids and makes things fun for them. "

Lindsey H.

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Lily D.


Waukee, IA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lily. I'm 22 years old. I'd describe my personality as fun, bubbly, outgoing, nurturing, loving, kind, patient, genuine, caring. I love working with kids and watching them grow and develop their personalities. I love helping them reach their milestones. I'm hoping to find a long term family, but am also okay...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lily was wonderful with our three boys (ages 2, 4, and 6). She went above and beyond smoothing things over with the boys after a dinner delivery mix up (which was my fault!) and also was great with our pets. She arrived early, immediately connected with our...

Eric B.

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Julie R.


Ankeny, IA

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Profile

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, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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...

Marie G.

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Payton B.


Des Moines, IA

$13-15/hr4 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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nhi D.


Waukee, IA

$11-23/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3+ years of experience working with childcare of all age group. Currently working at a before and after school program and Sunday Kid's club. I can help with Light Housekeeping and setting up Crafts. I am CPR certify and have my own vehicle.
Nhi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking for any family's that are looking for a afternoon babysitter! I am comfortable for looking after up to four kids and very flexible with rates! I have lots of experience babysitting children younger than 1 years old, and I am currently a part-time nanny for two elementary school students. I have my own car so am...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Jordyn E.


Ankeny, IA

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a college student with a flexible schedule. I love working with kids, and have been babysitting since I was 10. I have four years of experience working in a daycare setting. I've worked with kids of all ages and have lots of experience with infants. I have also worked at a school as a one on one with children that...
Jordyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rylee H.


Ankeny, IA

$17-20/hr4 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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Messina M.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of child care and nanny experience! I can help with running errands and taking the kids places. I also love to cook! I am very organized and would be willing to help clean up. I love doing crafts and enjoy anything outdoors or active
Messina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

I grew up outside of a small town on a farm and currently live in Ankeny as I am attending DMACC. I am entering my third year of college and just switched my major to Ag Business. I was previously going for nursing, and have worked at Blank Childrens Hospital as a CNA. I have also worked as a lifeguard in high school, so I have...
Mallory can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Madison V.


Waukee, IA

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Madison! I am a nurse, and I work as an RN Care Coordinator for group homes for special needs children/ young adults. I have knowledge in g/j tube feedings, trachs, seizure disorders, and just pediatrics in general! I grew up babysitting for what seems like the majority of my tiny hometown. I love working with...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I'm a childcare provider with five years of experience, and a passion for helping children learn and grow. My early babysitting roles showed me the positive impact I could have on their lives, which motivated me to pursue a career in childcare. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love finding new and engaging ways to help...
Kiara can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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

Kendra S.

5.0

Kendra has strong leadership skills. Kendra is a very empathic person who gets along well with almost anybody. She loves working with children. Her experiences from working in nursing homes as a CNA also show her love of the older generation. Kendra is a quick learner and welcomes and enjoys...

- Tammy S.

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.

Alissia A.

5.0

I hired alissia today to watch my son. She was very punctual and communicated well. She sent pictures throughout the day and gave me updates which really gave me peace of mind. My son seemed to really enjoy her and loved the activities they did. She even loaded the dishwasher. Definitely would book...

- Brionna W.

Miranda K.

5.0

Miranda is a gem!! She’s honest, bright, reliable, polite and understanding. She’s just a very good person! She’s been amazing to our young kids and I feel lucky i found her! I can tell that my kids are happier because of her. We 100 percent recommend Miranda to take care of your kiddos!

- Brittany S.

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.

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