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I'm a past Foster/Adoptive mother. We had 48 children and adopted 9. I have 1 biological son and 9 adopted. These were all special needs children. Now they are all grown up and on there own and I need to be with children again as I miss it all. I have babysat and raised children since I was in the 3rd. grade. I raised 5 brothers...
Alice can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Ottumwa, IA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Ottumwa, IA?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Ottumwa, 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 Ottumwa, IA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Ottumwa, IA is $10.00. 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 Ottumwa, 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 Ottumwa, IA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Ottumwa, 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 Ottumwa, IA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Ottumwa, IA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Ottumwa, IA.