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28 after school child care are listed in Ankeny, IA
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 5 years
After school child care in Ankeny, IA
Makenza W.
Ankeny, IA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
an 20-year-old Ankeny high graduate. I am currently an after school nanny for an 10-year-old who is on the spectrum and semi-verbal. I've been at said job for 2. 5 years now. I'm also a direct support professional at Easter Seals Camp, where i've worked for nearly 2 years! I'm currently looking for another part-time morning...
Makenza can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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.
Abby M.
Ankeny, IA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi y'all!! I'm currently about to finish my freshman year at University of South Alabama and majoring in Radiology. I'll be home all summer and looking for a nannying job! I have worked at an after school daycare for 2+ years and babysat many times. I'm CPR and first aid certified and I have a reliable car. Please reach out if...
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! My name is Megan and I am currently looking for a position in child care! I plan to be moving to Algona in April and would love to find a family to work with. I have worked with children my entire life starting with helping in my church nursery and babysitting for multiple families. Once I was older I worked at West...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Megan S.
Ankeny, IA
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
working with kids is truly a passion of mine! I am 23 years old and I am in my second year of teaching. Growing up I was always babysitting, then worked at a before/ after school program as an enrichment coach, and have taught 1st grade and kindergarten.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Corinne S.
Ankeny, IA
$10-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Corinne and I have three years of experience working with children. I am patient, compassionate, creative, adaptable, and reliable; I believe that nurturing and encouraging independence, creativity, emotional regulation, and kindness matters. I worked for the Ankeny Before and After School Program for two...
Corinne can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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...
Care member
Sophia B.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 20 years old in college at DMACC. I've worked at my church daycare/summer camp, in school with disabled peers, and been employed in a professional daycare for over a year. After that, I was the assistant director of an after-school program (laid off due to Covid). Now I nanny part time attending school full time for about 3...
Sophia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia was on-time and was helpful with my kids. My house was left in great condition and the kids enjoyed their experience with her. When our event went a little longer than expected, she was flexible and understanding."
Rachel F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been working with children in a variety of settings. I started in high school at a daycare as float working with multiple ages. After high school I spent 3 summers as a camp counselor and then moved onto some before/after school nannying positions. I have also been the primary teacher in an infant room in the past...
Aubrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aubrey recently babysat for our 4yr old son and she was wonderful. First she replied quickly to my message and did not leave me hanging. She was on time and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even on a school night. When we returned home everything was...
Kristin R.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Molly P.
Des Moines, IA
$10-12/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a junior at Drake University studying Law, Politics, and Society, and Management! I work at tropical smoothie and I also work as an after school chess teacher for elementary students.
I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, caring, and friendly.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family since I don't...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
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: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Emma, a graduate student new to the area! I have been a Nanny since I was 16 (I am now 23). I have experience with taking care of both boys and girls ages 2-14. I have worked at an elementary after school program, as well as independently for families. I have had a large variety of jobs, but child care has...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Lydia V.
Des Moines, IA
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi i'm Lydia and I currently live in Ames and go to DMACC. I am in my second semester of nursing school and will graduate next December. I currently am a CNA and work in behavioral health. I occasionally work on the kids unit as well. I have babysat since I was 14 and have a younger brother. I did VBS all throughout high school...
Alexandra C.
Urbandale, IA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Alexandra, or Lexie for short! I absolutely love working with children, and have been doing so since I was 16. I have over 3 years of experience working at an elementary before and after school program. Through this job I worked with all kinds of children, including those with special needs. I also have over 6 months of...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lexie was punctual and our kids really liked her."
Tori B.
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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
Alexa K.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello my name is Alexa! I am looking for some extra work after school and on weekends! I am a certified teacher in early childhood and elementary education! I currently teach 3rd grade!
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Halle B.
Des Moines, IA
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi!! I have experience working in a preschool and after school program with 3-11-year-olds. I love to make sure kids are happy and having fun doing things. I am mostly comfortable with having 3 kids! I am also thinking about getting my degree to teach preschool! I do have my own car so transportation will never be a problem! I...
Halle can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Ankeny, IA
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.
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
Sophia B.
5.0
The kids really liked her!!! They want her to come back.
- Alyssa A.
Aubrey M.
5.0
Aubrey recently babysat for our 4yr old son and she was wonderful. First she replied quickly to my message and did not leave me hanging. She was on time and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even on a school night. When we returned home everything was as we left it....not even a dish in...
- Kristin R.
Alexandra C.
5.0
Lexie was punctual and our kids really liked her.
- Tori B.
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FAQs for after school child care in Ankeny, IA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Ankeny, IA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Ankeny, IA through Care.com will cost an average of $14.33 per hour as of April 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Ankeny, IA?
Care.com currently has 6 after school child care providers in Ankeny, IA. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Ankeny, IA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Ankeny, IA to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Ankeny, IA, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.