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18 after school child care are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 6 years
After school child care in Des Moines, IA
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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
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, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello I'm Madelyn A ! I would be happy to help with many needs including care for children, animals and homes! I have worked with children for many years, whether it's watching family or friends children, after school programs and nannying. I have had many responsibilities including creating fun crafts for children, preparing...
Madelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Sheryl Y.
Des Moines, IA
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Emily K.
Des Moines, IA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Kindergarten-Prep Teacher - Looking For Part-Time Hours
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Emily and I am a 32 year young Registered Nurse. I have been travel nursing for the last 2 years, currently looking for part-time work while I am taking a short break. I am BLS/CPR certified.
I have been an inpatient Medical/Surgical Nurse for the past 4 years. I have worked ages between 20-100 in this role. I am...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
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...
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & 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.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lexi was polite, professional, and my kids liked her quite a bit."
Robert M.
Taylor B.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Alexis M.
Waukee, IA
$19/hr • 9 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Deborah R.
Indianola, IA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a positive, active and happy mother of 3. I was a stay at home mom for 19 years. Once my youngest daughter could drive I began working again. I have worked on a as needed after school caregiver at the Indianola Preschool. I am CPR certified and a mandatory reporter. I can help with light housekeeping and crafts. I am...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Des Moines, IA
Sophia B.
5.0
The kids really liked her!!! They want her to come back.
- Alyssa A.
Maren F.
5.0
Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again
- Katie C.
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 Des Moines, IA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Des Moines, IA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Des Moines, IA through Care.com will cost an average of $15.22 per hour as of February 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 Des Moines, IA?
Care.com currently has 9 after school child care providers in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, 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.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA after school child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Child Care in Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 18 listed after school child care.