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Babysitters in Carlisle, IA

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Heather F.


Des Moines, IA

$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

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Caregiver available, experience with children of all ages. I have children of my own. I absolutely love kids.
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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!

5.0

(2)

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Taryn is so caring and friendly to our 5 and 3 year old. She's very artistic and creative as well so she is always coming up with fun activities for my girls. They love when I tell them Taryn is coming over which is very reassuring as a parent. She's very...

Jessica M.

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Susan H.


West Des Moines, IA

$45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse With A M.A. In Health Administration

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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & 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. "

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Bethany S.


Norwalk, IA

$10-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a first grade teacher in Des Moines. This is my second year teaching and I am loving every minute of it!! I attended Grand View University and graduated with a degree it Elementary Education with a reading endorsement. Before teaching, I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, daycare provider, camp counselor, and respite care...
Bethany can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bethany is wonderful! She is very reliable and always arrives on time or early. Bethany is great with our kids and she has a very positive disposition."

Susan B.

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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: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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.

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She really cares about the kiddos and is always willing to lend a helping hand! My kids love her! "

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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: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!"

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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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Katherine K.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children! I have 3 little, 6, 3, and 1. I have years of experience, from nannying to teaching and doing the school runs. I am looking for opportunities that allow me to bring my kids with me. The two big kids are in school, one full time, so we do have a schedule to work around. We need to stay around the WDM area...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Iqueisha B.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'am currently a lead teacher at koalaty Time Child Development Center and preschool. I'm very passionate about my job and it has allowed me to gain more experienced in the field I've always wanted to be in.
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She goes by "Q" and my 3 toddlers absolutely adore her! We've known Q for almost two years and she has been our regular sitter for the past year. We first met her when our 3 children attended Koalaty Time Child Development Center and noticed the kids interacted...

Katie M.

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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: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Hannah M.


West Des Moines, IA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Seeking Full-Time Nanny Position

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Hannah and I have a passion for teaching and caring for children! I have a BA from Lipscomb University and I am a licensed teacher in Elementary Education (K-5), with endorsements in Early Childhood (Birth-3) and Teaching English as a Second Language. I taught Kindergarten from '20-'23, and have transitioned out of...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Mary N.


Ankeny, IA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 6+ years of child care experience from Babysitting, being a Nanny and working in daycare centers. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn new things and just playing with them.
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We first met Mary when she worked at our daycare in Ankeny. She was sweet and kind and both my girls naturally are drawn to her. She is very dependable and has a good car. My girls especially enjoy having her babysit them because she is always going fun activities...

Lydia H.

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"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.

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Rhini A.


Ankeny, IA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is a really hard worker and dedicated to helping other."

Cassie W.

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Jenifer M.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Brenna H.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & 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.

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Amber M.


Des Moines, IA

$12-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!"

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Carlisle, IA

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.

Susan H.

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

Bethany S.

5.0

Bethany is wonderful! She is very reliable and always arrives on time or early. Bethany is great with our kids and she has a very positive disposition.

- Susan B.

Tinovimbanashe C.

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 back in an instant!

- Shannon C.

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.

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