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After school babysitters in Urbandale, IA
Danielle R.
Urbandale, IA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I have a solid background in childcare, spanning various roles from babysitting and after-school programs to supporting children with special needs. I have great experience in daycares, taking care of infants. I have also been working at the Waukee preschool as a special education associate during the school year for 3+ years....
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Alyssa A.
Urbandale, IA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am an elementary special education teacher who is looking for work during the summer months! I love to be outside, do lots of crafts, and have memorable experiences! I have experience tutoring as well as just being a general caregiver. I have experience with children who have autism, as well as other behavioral and...
Clare N.
Urbandale, IA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a very easygoing person, I have experience with my church's daycare. I previously had a nanny job over the summer looking after four kids. I am more than willing to take kids to and from activities and cook/meal prep. I'm looking forward...
Clare can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Lydia S.
Urbandale, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lydia! I'm currently a registered nurse and am looking for a part time position that matches my schedule. I love working with kids and providing fun activities for them to enjoy. I have both my basic and advanced CNA, and have worked in a pediatric continuing care unit for months. I have provided respite care for parents...
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:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Alivia S.
Urbandale, IA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an outgoing and creative caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth.
I have 8 years of experience working with children through babysitting and coaching recreational activities. This past summer, I worked at Easterseals summer camp as a counselor for children with special needs. With that job, I led campers...
Alivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Christina G.
Urbandale, IA
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently saving up money to go to The University of Iowa, to get my teaching degree in English Education so that I can hopefully one day be a middle school English teacher and volleyball coach! I am a very active, positive, and patient person and I have a lot of experience taking care of children anywhere from 3 months and...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Sheryl Y.
Des Moines, IA
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am new to Iowa (been here a year) but not to childcare. I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. My best references are the kids in my neighborhood although I have adult...
Sheryl can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sheryl and I became friends 29 years ago when she started driving my then 3 year old non verbal autistic son to school for special ed class. She has always been so loving and caring with children. She was and still is one of the only people my husband and I trust...
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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!
5.0
(2)
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, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
Taylor B.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in Iowa, and lived in central Illinois before moving to the Cary area. I recently sold my Cary home and moved to EI. I am a registered nurse with a MA in Health Administration from the University of Iowa. I have experience working as a supervisor/manager/director in the health care industry -in insurance and skilled...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Susan has been watching our daughter since she was a newborn. She is now 15 months. She’s so great to work with and always on time. Very trustworthy. And, I can tell Susan truly cares about her and that means a lot to me. "
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4.7
(13)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace is very friendly and trustworthy. Takes great care of our 4 month old 18 month old and 9 year old at the same time. Grace has watched our kids a few times now and she is very responsive and dependable. You can trust grace to take great care of your kids for...
Care member
Payton B.
Des Moines, IA
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Miranda K.
West Des Moines, IA
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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.
Rhini A.
Ankeny, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is a really hard worker and dedicated to helping other."
Cassie W.
I have 9 years of experience working with children! I started off as an after-school associate at an elementary school . .
During the school year, I work full time and I'm available to help your family out in the evenings after 5 o'clock. During the summer, I am available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8am-5 p.m. I typically have two...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma V.
Cumming, IA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I currently work full time teaching 3-year-old preschool and directing a before and after school childcare program. I am patient, reliable and creative when it comes to working with kids. I have 10+ years of babysitting and nannying and I have worked professionally with children since I graduated college with my bachelors degree...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Urbandale, IA
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.
Sheryl Y.
5.0
Sheryl has helped to get our grandchild ready for school in the morning one day a week at this point. T can be a challenge at times. She has been able to redirect him as needed with minimal issues. I am happy we found her to help in the mornings I cannot be there. It gives me peace of mind...
- Care member
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.
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.
Susan H.
5.0
Susan has been watching our daughter since she was a newborn. She is now 15 months. She’s so great to work with and always on time. Very trustworthy. And, I can tell Susan truly cares about her and that means a lot to me.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Urbandale, IA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Urbandale, IA?
You can review 8 after school babysitter profiles near you in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Urbandale, IA is $16.00. 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA can really come in handy.
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