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Heather R.
Des Moines, IA
$15-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Heather. I have worked as a nanny and babysitter for many years, since I was in middle/high school. I have worked a social worker for 15 years. I miss working with children in the home. I have been a night nanny for a newborn and newborn twins, as well. I enjoy children newborn to age 12 or so. I have experience with...
Heather can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Allison S.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 14 yrs exp
Needing A Sitter Or Nanny? I Am Your Girl! 15 Years Experience, CPR Certified & Loves Kids!!!
My name is Allison and I have great experience in the field of childcare. No matter what age or stage your child is at, I have experienced it and know how to handle it. I enjoy every day I have children around me! CPR certified, COVID vaccinated, transportation, and non-smoker. I can also provide light housekeeping and meal prep...
Chassie B.
West Des Moines, IA
$14-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Chassie, a reliable and enthusiastic babysitter with 7 years of experience caring for children of various ages. I have a genuine love for working with kids and creating a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. I am known for my patience, creativity, and ability to connect with children. I am CPR and First...
Chassie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Kayt!
I am currently looking for a part-time recurring nanny job to earn a little extra cash. I am a single mama to two amazing kiddos, my son is 4 and my daughter is 6. We live in Johnston. I work full-time in HR but have a few days off a week where my kiddos are in school/programs, as well as some...
Kayt can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Karin D.
Ankeny, IA
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am an elementary school teacher, looking to keep busy over the summer.
I have worked with infant to upper elementary through out the year with childcare jobs, tutoring and teaching.
Karin can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tessa B.
Ankeny, IA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
27-year-old Teacher With 10+ Years Of Childcare Experience
Hello, families! I'm currently an Admissions Counselor at Iowa State University. I have an English Education Degree and taught at Perry High School for the last four years. I'm 27 years old and have approximately 10 years of consistent childcare experience for kids of all ages. I have been a full-time nanny to multiple families...
Tessa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Anya B.
Ankeny, IA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a patient and creative childcare provider with four years of experience, I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. With a background in babysitting, I would like to pursue a career that allows me to support families and provide a reliable childcare option.
I am comfortable caring for one child at...
Anya can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Sawyer W.
Clive, IA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sawyer. I graduated from University of Iowa in 2019 and am looking for work before I attend graduate school. I have been a babysitter/nanny since I was 15 years old. I am CPR/BLS certified. I have experience watching kids of all ages. I enjoy being interactive with them by playing games, making crafts, staying...
Sawyer can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Maggie. I started baby sitting in middle school. My parents would go on double dates with friends. I would watch my brother, and their daughter and son. Their son had autism but the 2 of us had a special bond. I also started baby sitting for a family in high school that had 3 kids. Twins who were between 3-4 and their...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Eliana W.
Waukee, IA
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi Families! I'm Eliana and currently I am on the look for a nanny family this summer! I am looking for a 30 hour to full time job. If you are looking for a nanny that fit those hours please reach out so we can talk details! :)
More about my experience:
I have a passion for kids and have been working in childcare for 4+ years...
Eliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I started working at Respite Connection in 2018 and 2019. I worked with five different kids throughout Respite who all had different special needs. I grew a lot as a person and caregiver for people with special needs and loved seeing the children grow in their skills. In the Fall of 2019 I started working at Generation Next with...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Precious M.
West Des Moines, IA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Precious, and I'm currently pursuing a degree in Art Education at the University of Iowa.
I have over three years of paid experience working full-time in a daycare, as well as part-time nannying. I absolutely love all things art-whether it's painting, ceramics, or even cooking up colorful, delicious meals. I'm...
Precious can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Hi there!! My name is Sydney - I'm a bubbly, outgoing, caring, & organized young adult. I love reading, being outdoors, and golfing. I'm very organized & great with time management, and would love the opportunity to help care for your kiddos!
I like working with kids because they always keep me on my toes, are so entertaining,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Aspen T.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm passionate about caring for children, as I believe they're our future. I've been babysitting for over two years now and have learned so much about nurturing young minds. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I communicate well with parents about their children's days. I'm also comfortable enforcing household rules and have...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was 15 years old, I nannied multiple of my neighbors children and fell in love with it! I moved onto working in a daycare for nearly 4 years!
One thing you should know about me is I am a full time online student, earning my Bachelors in Social Science. I am certified in CPR, Mandatory...
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel as I have a vehicle. I was a preschool teacher back when I lived in Florida. I have great references and I'm vaccinated.
Antonaje can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
My name is Alex and I've had experience babysitting and watching children of all ages. I have two younger siblings myself and am able to drive kids to and from activities. I love kids and consider myself a very responsible and fun babysitter.
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Grimes, IA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Grimes, IA?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Grimes, IA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Grimes, IA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Grimes, IA is $15.75. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Grimes, IA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Grimes, IA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Grimes, IA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Grimes, IA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Grimes, IA?
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