Find Babysitters in Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

At-Home Mom With Years Of Childcare Experience

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My family and I moved to the Des Moines area about 2 years ago for my husband's job. I'm a stay-at-home mom to my amazing 3-year-old son. I love to join him in imaginative play, take frequent trips to the library and playground, and offer him many creative outlets. Prior to becoming a mom, I cared for kids ranging from newborn...

Karla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision

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"Karla has been a great sitter for our family! Shes super accountable, good with communicating, and has such a gentle loving heart. Our son has a lot of fun with her! Our family is super grateful for her as our sitter!"

Eletta F.

Hunter P.

$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 23 years old, I have 13 siblings 8 of them are younger. Since I was 6 years old I've been helping my parents out with my younger siblings. I've babysat and Nannie'd for many families in my area over the years. I graduated from South Tama in 2018. I worked in Toledo for about a year before I moved. I absolutely love being...

Hunter can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Sarah F.

$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hi my name is Sarah . I was an early education teacher for 8 years at a childcare center . I have my child development associates degree and am half way through my associates degree. I am CPR and first aid certified . As well as a mandatory child abuse reporter . I love kids and thought maybe nannying would be a welcome change...

Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning

Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Veyann C.

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I've always had a passion for caring for children and helping families. With over a decade of experience in baby-sitting roles, I've had the pleasure of working with a variety of age groups, from infants to preteens. My patience and calm demeanor put children at ease, and my creative and imaginative nature allows me to create a...

Veyann can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Nicole H.

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Nicole and I am a 4th year 6th grade science teacher. I have been working with kids since I was in Middle school. I started with babysitting and have grown by being a counselor at various camps and I am now a teacher. I greatly enjoy being outside running, riding my bike or going for a walk. I also like to play the...

Alberta S.

$17-28/hr • 4 yrs exp

I Am A Fun-loving And Engaging Person Who Loves Helping Seniors Maintain Their Independence

I'm a licensed CNA in Minnesota, Iowa and Colorado. I'm also a licensed Med Aide in Colorado. I've been a CNA for over 4 years and a med aide for over 1; I travel all over the state and work at different facilities and homes; I enjoy helping all seniors with any rehabilitation, LTC and Behavioral issues

Alberta can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

Sydney B.

$15-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! I live in Altoona Iowa with my pet bunny Milo. I am seeking a full time nanny position with a family. I have worked with the ages from 2- school age in the last 4 years. I have also worked with dogs and cats and feel comfortable with working with any sizes! I enjoy working out, going to the library and getting out in...

Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Taylor M.

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I am a college student here for the summer looking for a part-time job. I have just moved here from California and would love to meet new people. I have babysat my 8 neices and nephews since they were born and went so far as to make them food and whatever else was needed of me. I am 19 years old and currently enrolled in...

Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Chelsie S.

$12-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun But Professional Sitter :)

5.0

(5)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Chelsie and I'm 28 years old. I've raised my two youngest siblings and have babysat for a family friend for 5 years. I love arts and crafts, music, and reading. I love pets, I have 3 kitties and 3 dogs. Please note: I have a full time M-F job so I can only commit to evening jobs...

Chelsie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"She did great with our rambunctious but sweet 2 year old"

Gavin J.

Brenna H.

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Brenna and I am 22 years old! My hobbies include hiking, reading books, hanging out with my boyfriend and just being outdoors! I would say I'm a risk taker! I have an extroverted and bubbly personality and if you ask anyone I never grew out of my inner child! I love to have fun and enjoy life. I have been...

Brenna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Brenna was our full-time summer nanny in 2022. Our kids are 7 and 9. She showed up everyday and gave us advance notice of the one time she needed to take off for a family event. Everyday she took the kids somewhere and did something. They never watched more than 1...

Kylie F.

Rhini A.

$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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave. She knows how to engage and have fun with our 5 year old. She's patient and loving and kind. Rhini felt like...

Sarah S.

Maren F.

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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:

CPR

First Aid

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.

Gretta H.

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Gretta, and I'm an experienced, caring, and reliable babysitter who loves working with children. I have 5 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I'm committed to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids can thrive. I enjoy engaging children in creative activities,...

Gretta can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

Jessica P.

$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Jess P and I am currently finishing up my degree in Human Services. I moved to the Ankeny area a couple of months ago. I have a lot of experience with all ages of children by nannying and babysitting for many families for the past 5 years! I was a 2-3-year-old teacher for two years in Iowa city and moved here!...

Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Maddy M.

$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have been working with kids since I was 13, babysitting and serving at my church, and have now been at a daycare center for 2 years. I just started a part time church internship and am still wanting to spend time doing what I love just not in the daycare context. I am very passionate about what I do, creative, outgoing and a...

Carly R.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hey yall! To give you a brief overview: I have 10 years of experience caring for children between the ages of 2 months all the way through high school. I am CPR and BLS certified. I recently moved from Atlanta to Des Moines to pursue my nursing degree at Mercy.

Jumacia D.

$8-10/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-Time to Full-Time Caregiver Available

From the time I was born, my mother was a registered child care provider and continued a business out of our home for 12 years so I grew up in that environment all my life. Shortly after my mother stopped her business, my sister became a registered child care provider and now runs a successful business out of her home. I have...

Jumacia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

Ana F.

$8-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

As a patient and friendly childcare provider with five years of experience, my passion for supporting families and providing reliable care has been a driving force throughout my career. I am comfortable looking after up to three children of various age groups, from infants to preteens. When it comes to enforcing household rules,...

Abby U.

$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

As a childcare provider with over six years of experience, I've dedicated myself to nurturing the growth and happiness of children. My passion for fostering their development stems from my own positive babysitting experiences and my desire to make a meaningful impact on their lives. My calm and patient nature, combined with my...

Jenifer M.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp