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5.0
(6)
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started...
Joe W.
Riley Q.
Ankeny, IA
$19-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Riley, I'm 24 and I have been employed at a daycare in Ankeny since 2016. I have worked in the toddler room for 3 years with children aging 18 to 24 months - but I am comfortable with any age! I am also certified in CPR and first aid.
I understand how difficult it is to leave your children with someone else - and...
Riley can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Riley was so nice and just seemed to enjoy being with our daughter. She was on time, listened to what we told her, and in general did a great job! I was very comfortable leaving her with our baby."
Sarah C.
Courtney E.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
I'm a high school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience. I've...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I are new to Minneapolis and we had a lot of anxiety hiring a complete stranger to sit for our son. Courtney completely put us at ease - she is kind, trustworthy and knows what she's doing when it comes to caring for kids! Our son took to her...
Jennifer W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm looking to find a part time, very flexible nanny job. I will be starting Dental Hygiene school in August 2024, and need something that is flexible with my class schedule. I've cared for a lot of families from Care. com and would love to add your littles to my circle:)
Hallie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"
Kaitlin G.
Jordan N.
Norwalk, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting/nannying children of all ages for the last 13 years and was able to be a live-in nanny for a wonderful family throughout college.
I graduated from UNI in 2020 with a bachelor's degree in K-12 TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teaching and have since been teaching ELL in the Des...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jory was a live-in nanny for our family for 3 years. We absolutely loved her. She was great with our children and helpful, caring, and a responsible person. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Jamie S.
Hunter P.
Altoona, IA
$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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Erin. I live in Ankeny, Iowa. I have a BA in Child Development from Rowan University. I have experience with children ranging from infancy to teenage including ones on the spectrum and other special needs. I do have my own car with a great driving record. I do not drink/smoke and am pet friendly.
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10 would recommend for anybody who needs an extra friendly face around the house to help with all needs!!"
Mikayla K.
Leah J.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
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.
Hi, I am Maddie! I am currently a sophomore at DMACC working towards my nursing degree. Throughout high school I babysat for many families around my hometown. I have 5 years of experience babysitting. I have been a CNA at a nursing home in my hometown for over 4 years. I also just recently got CPR Certified. I can help with...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Reagan, I am 23 years old and work as a mental health technician for Clive Behavioral Health. I've worked healthcare for 4 years, but I started out nannying/pet sitting for family and friends in the West Des Moines area! I have 5+ years of experience with kids from all ages, along with my BLS/CPR license, covid/flu...
Reagan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
My name is Alex and I've had experience babysitting and watching children of all ages. I have two younger siblings myself and am able to drive kids to and from activities. I love kids and consider myself a very responsible and fun babysitter.
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Cora O.
Johnston, IA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a nurturing, patient, and creative childcare provider with multiple years of babysitting experience, my passion for caring for children stems from my desire to have my own family one day! I strive to provide a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children of all ages.
My friendly and approachable nature helps me...
Mya A.
West Des Moines, IA
$19/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate with a bachelors degree in elementary education. I have 2 years of school age experience and 6 years of experience with infants and babies. I have also obtained my CDA certification in Infants and Toddlers. I am a fun, caring, and flexible babysitter that loves any and all kids. If needed I do have a...
Mya can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaitlynn S.
Indianola, IA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a caring, passionate, and reliable student at Simpson College. I am majoring in Elementary Education and Liberal Studies with an endorsement in early childhood and special education. My plan after college is to pursue a Masters Degree in Montessori Education. I strive to foster a nurturing and supportive environment...
Kaitlynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Mikayla G.
Altoona, IA
$12-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my calling to positively impact young lives. I thrive in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play,...
Cheyenne W.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing caregiver with four years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and making a difference in the lives of children. My calm and imaginative nature allows me to connect with children, fostering their creativity and love of learning. I believe in open communication with parents, providing regular...
Cheyenne can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Grace M.
Urbandale, IA
$19/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a nanny with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stems from the joy I get in fostering children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow.
I am patient, calm, and friendly, and I have a knack for...
Hi, I am Kennade, I have a passion/love for kids. I have been nannying for 6+ years, have a clean driving record/valid driver's license, CPR and First Aid Certified, have had both shots of covid-19 vaccine, and currently taking an American Sign Language course(I know the basic baby sign language). As far as kids go, I have...
Kennade can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lydia S.
Urbandale, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lydia! I'm currently a registered nurse and am looking for a part time position that matches my schedule. I love working with kids and providing fun activities for them to enjoy. I have both my basic and advanced CNA, and have worked in a pediatric continuing care unit for months. I have provided respite care for parents...
I have found a full time family, but am available for babysitting. I have an extensive career in caring for children. I have my degree in psychology with a minor in management. My psychology degree focused heavily on child psych and advanced child adolescence. I have been a nanny for a family of 4 for the past 8 years. Age...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Carlisle, IA
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started babysitting, the kids are much happier and...
- Joe W.
Riley Q.
5.0
Riley was so nice and just seemed to enjoy being with our daughter. She was on time, listened to what we told her, and in general did a great job! I was very comfortable leaving her with our baby.
- Sarah C.
Courtney E.
5.0
Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is punctual, kind, trustworthy, attentive and great with children and has eased my anxiety in hiring a new caregiver. I highly highly recommend her!
- Nikole T.
Hallie V.
5.0
Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!
- Kaitlin G.
Jordan N.
5.0
Jory was a live-in nanny for our family for 3 years. We absolutely loved her. She was great with our children and helpful, caring, and a responsible person. Would highly recommend her to anyone!
- Jamie S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Carlisle, IA:
How can I find a Carlisle babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Carlisle, IA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 2 babysitters in Carlisle, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Carlisle, IA?
The average rate for Carlisle, IA babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of April 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 Carlisle, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Carlisle, 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.