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60 babysitters are listed in Ankeny, IA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years

Babysitters in Ankeny, IA

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Karin D.


Ankeny, IA

$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

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I am an elementary school teacher, looking to keep busy over the summer. I have worked with infant to upper elementary through out the year with childcare jobs, tutoring and teaching.
Karin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel B.


Ankeny, IA

$16-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi I'm Rachel I'm currently working at a daycare in Ankeny in the infant room. I have 7 plus years of experience with kids. I've babysat my whole life. Currently getting my nursing degree at DMACC. I have 3 younger brothers. Grew up in a small town in Iowa. I'm flexible with any hours. Can work on weekends if needed. I have my...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Jessica M.


Ankeny, IA

$35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hey! My name is Jessica and I am in Arizona for the summer. I attend Faith Baptist Bible College in Iowa! I have experience with all ages and have nannied/babysat for several families over the years. My brother has nine children, from 6m-13years old, and I have babysat all of them! I hope I can be a big help to any family in...
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Savana B.


Ankeny, IA

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hi, I'm Savana! I'm currently in the nursing program at DMACC and will start my third year in the fall, with a year and a half left to go! I have 8 nieces and nephews and have been an aunt since I was 9! I've babysat all of them since they were babies. I've also babysat 3 of them full time over the last five summers, kids ranged...
Savana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Jan H.


Ankeny, IA

$18-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny & More

I'm a fun loving mother of 2. My daughters are 23 and 19. I have 30+ years of nanny experience. I have experience with all ages and twins. I like to develop a long lasting relationship with my families.
Jan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Katie M.


Ankeny, IA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter, Mother Of 1

I have been providing childcare since I was 11, so I have years of experience. I am also the mother of 1 teenager. I work as a special education associate at Ankeny Schools. I'm also a super aunt to many nieces and nephews! I have had CPR and first aid training, I worked in healthcare for 15 years prior to working at the school.
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jenifer M.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Jenifer. I love singing, arts & crafts, and outdoor activities. I'm 42, with 2 dogs, and 1 cat, so animals are no problem. I've been babysitting since I was 12, first my brother's, then nieces, and friends children. My schedule is open and flexible. I'm certified in child and infant CPR and basic first aid....
Jenifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is very reliable, kids took to her instantly, she did an amazing job! Would definitely let her watch my 3 kids anytime!!! "

Karen Y.

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Maria M.


Des Moines, IA

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kids Are A Passion! Learning Is A Gift. Having Both Is A Blessing!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently pursuing my PhD in education. I'm looking to be a helpful addition to a family in need during this time!
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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!

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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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.

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Leah J.


Des Moines, IA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Leah. I am 24 years old and I graduated from Van Meter in 2018 and currently in college at DMACC to get my RN. I currently live in Des Moines, and I have 3 beautiful kitties and a Goldendoodle so I'm a big animal lover!! I have been watching kids since I was 12 years old and I could easily provide references if needed...
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was great with our 3 month old and sent pictures throughout the day which helped keep me at peace. Leah is very knowledgeable with infants and has a great upbeat personality that all children will love!"

Carissa G.

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Sarah F.


Altoona, IA

$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Hunter P.


Altoona, IA

$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Carol M.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr • 20 yrs exp

3.0

(6)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Carol. I'm currently working as an educational consultant and I tutor and babysit on the side. I have an extensive history of working with children. In high school I worked part time in a day care center with mostly toddlers, I taught preschool for a year right out of college, and I have worked with...
Carol can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My kids loved spending time with her !! Even cried when it was time for her to go they easily fell in love with her she will definitely make you and your kids feel comfortable with her cares. As far as getting to know her she communicated well had references on...

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Karla J.


Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

At-Home Mom With Years Of Childcare Experience

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Karla has been such a blessing for our family and our daughter! Karla has been providing childcare for our 8 month old daughter for the past couple of months. We receive pictures of her throughout the day and Karla keeps notes of when she eats, naps, and has diaper...

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Rachel C.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids loved Rachel, she was so nice and friendly!"

Karla P.

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Tinovimbanashe C.


Des Moines, IA

$11-16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Safety First, Then Let's Enjoy The Day!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of my friend's children and the oldest is 11 and the youngest is 1. I also enjoy riding bicycles with kids.
Tinovimbanashe can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tino was amazing. She had a connection with our kids, but was still great at directing and keeping them on task. She was always on time, was better/ more consistent at correcting my 5 year olds grammar than I am, and became part of our family. We would have her...

Shannon C.

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Autumn T.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! I'm Autumn, and I have over seven years of experience working with kids ranging from infants to middle school age. I graduated from Iowa State University in 2023 and have recently moved back to Iowa and am looking for something more part-time / as needed! I do have my own car, so transportation would not be a problem. I...
Autumn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Autumn is absolutely amazing! She is great with the kids. She actually plays with them and is NOT the type of sitter who just sits on her phone. She checks in with me, let's me know how things are going. She is even great at helping out last minute when needed....

Elizabeth G.

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Veyann C.


Altoona, IA

$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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ankeny, IA

Jenifer M.

5.0

She is very reliable, kids took to her instantly, she did an amazing job! Would definitely let her watch my 3 kids anytime!!!

- Karen Y.

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.

Leah J.

5.0

Leah cared for my husband for over 2 years. You will not find a more professional dedicated person in her field. She works in a personal way that gives you great confidence that your loved ones is getting the best care in her hands!!

- Care member

Carol M.

5.0

Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!

- Care member

Karla J.

5.0

Karla has been such a blessing for our family and our daughter! Karla has been providing childcare for our 8 month old daughter for the past couple of months. We receive pictures of her throughout the day and Karla keeps notes of when she eats, naps, and has diaper changes. Our daughter always comes...

- Care member

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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Babysitters in Ankeny, IA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.