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Miranda W.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Miranda. I am available most evenings to provide pet care, childcare, housekeeping, running errands, and more. Please feel free to contact me with any questions!
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ms Miranda..it’s very difficult to express my gratitude & feelings regarding Miranda. She has and continues to be a vital asset to my family. She has the qualities of an amazing, outstanding, and excellent human being. Miranda is intuitive enough to understand what...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Registered Nurse and have 3 years experience on a pediatric intensive care unit! Kids are so fun to watch for so many reasons! I love watching their minds work and the creativity they come up with! I love to be outside, doing crafts, reading, and learning new things!
Delanie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Delanie is wonderful! Responsible, reliable, and comes with lots of experience. "
Kirsten A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 girls ages 15, 7 and 3 and the oldest of 6 kids. I started watching my younger brother at 10, then cousins and finally getting paid jobs around 14. I went on to be an au-pair in Denmark, then a nanny. I've also worked in an after school program for kids. Then I had my own. I have experience working with neuro...
Shannon can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Shannon was great! This was my first time leaving my 3 year old son with a stranger, so I was nervous. A did great with her. It made me feel better that she has experience with Autistic children."
Melissa T.
Hello! I have several years of babysitting experience and would love to be a part-time nanny or occasional babysitter for you and your family. I have reliable transportation and am comfortable with cooking, doing light housework, and pets.
Larkin N can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Riley F.
Amana, IA
$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Riley F and I'm 20 years old. I graduated from high school in 2022 and currently am a student at the University of Iowa studying Communications with a minor in English. I'm CPR and First-Aid certified, as well as my certification in Universal Precautions. I have worked at a daycare since I was 16 and will celebrate...
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! I am currently a freshman at University of Iowa, and graduated from Linn-Mar High School in 2023. I am very outgoing, patient, and experienced when working with kids and pets. I love all sorts of animals and am very open to taking care of them. I can also provide transportation. I am looking to babysit or pet-sit while I am...
I started babysitting when I was 11 years old for families in my hometown. In high school I worked at a day care for 4 years, taking care of kids ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old. I also have 8 nieces and nephews that I have taken care of ranging from newborn up to 13 years old. I worked full-time at St. Luke's Hospital as a...
Tiffany can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
I'd describe my personality as loving, patient, caring
I like working with kids because I love the ideal of providing care for kids while being a help to most families
I'm looking for a job that will help me grow in varieties ways
Shania S.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have babysat for ages 0-12, worked at a daycare for 2. 5 years, and now work with foster kids! I love working with kids of all ages and love to plan activities. I have my own daughter and 2 large dogs.
Shania can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Mikayla H.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$11-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm an elementary teacher looking to help out a family with part-time summer care and/or transportation. This was my sixth year teaching and my previous experiences include working with infants, toddlers, and young children at a daycare for three years. I have a bachelor's degree from UNI in elementary education and a...
Mikayla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Amariana B.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a natural caregiver, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With 3 years of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of children through my creative and imaginative approach to caregiving. My calm and patient demeanor puts children at ease, while my friendly and...
Amariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Early Education
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am positive and energetic. I come from a family of seven kids, and I was the oldest. I have cared for kids from infants to teenagers. I was a medic in the Navy, so even if you have kids that wipe out a lot, they are in great hands. I have worked with a couple families with kids ages newborn -10 and have taught all of their...
Caitlin can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Antoinette M.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$21-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as a happy person, clean and patient
I like working with kids because I love being around children, I'm a mother of 3
I started working with kids when I had my own
Madison Y.
Robins, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have babysat neighbor kids, my own younger sisters, and worked at a day school with2-year-olds. I also worked at a church as the childcare attendant. While a child is in my care, I make sure they are engaged and well taken care of.
Madison can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Amanda H.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Loving, patient, hard working
I like working with kids because
That allows me to be committed to my daily full time job as a Head Start lead teacher, and the flexibility to work evenings.
I started working with children when I was in high school, I was then a stay home mom for 12 years with my own children in the following...
I am currently a 2nd Grade teacher in the Mount Vernon Community School District. This will be my 2nd year there. I graduated from Mount Mercy University with my degree in elementary education. I have been a full-time nanny for the past 4 summers. I have also done spontaneous one-time babysitting jobs for many years. I have...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Dylan V.
Marion, IA
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and enthusiastic childcare provider with a knack for creating a safe and stimulating environment for children to thrive. My passion for fostering children's growth and development stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and a deep desire to make a positive impact on young lives.
I...
I am passionate about working with children with my day job being in childcare.
I have my CPR/First Aid certification, certification in early childhood development and experience working in a daycare environment each day, I am confident in my ability to provide high quality care for children of all ages!
I'm available to...
Katy S.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Katy I grew up in Westport, CT and had an affinity for children at an early age. Not only do I have my own 3-year-old little girl but I also have been taking care of my niece and nephew from the moment they were born. I always made time with them so special, and I find that children have always connected to my...
Katy can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Elizabeth G.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I LOVE kids!!! I would love to babysit your child/children in my NE CR home (I am a stay at home mom but my kids are in school during the day) and I am flexible. I have 36 years experience babysitting and have always enjoyed being with kids. I love to laugh, am very nice, loving and patient. I love sports, walks, games, reading,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Atkins, IA
Miranda W.
5.0
Ms Miranda..it’s very difficult to express my gratitude & feelings regarding Miranda. She has and continues to be a vital asset to my family. She has the qualities of an amazing, outstanding, and excellent human being. Miranda is intuitive enough to understand what & when a child, or an adult, needs...
- Care member
Delanie M.
5.0
Delanie is wonderful! Responsible, reliable, and comes with lots of experience.
- Kirsten A.
Shannon F.
5.0
Shannon was great! This was my first time leaving my 3 year old son with a stranger, so I was nervous. A did great with her. It made me feel better that she has experience with Autistic children.
- Melissa T.
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How much do babysitters charge in Atkins, IA?
The average rate for Atkins, IA babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of January 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Atkins, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Atkins, IA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.