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Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!
Review for Amber M. by Care member
She is very reliable, kids took to her instantly, she did an amazing job! Would definitely let her watch my 3 kids anytime!!!
Review for Jenifer M. by Karen Y.
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…
Review for Tinovimbanashe C. by Shannon C.
Babysitters in Clive, IA
I am a 55-year-old 31 year happily married resident of Clive. I recently took early retirement from my job of 33 years but I am an active person and am seeking employment that allows me to do things I love. I have 3 grown children so my mommy duties that I loved so much have all but gone. All of our kids were good students,...
Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I love and ADORE kids and have had a passion to work with kids since a very young age. The minute I turned 16yrs old I got a job at a daycare. I work there all the way to my senior year of high school and left due to the COVID 19 pandemic in 2020. I was head lead teacher of the infant and toddler rooms and I thrived in that...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Jai C.
Clive, IA
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've always been drawn to the incredible growth and development of children, which led me to become a childcare provider. With four years of experience and a passion for nurturing young minds, I find great joy in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option.
My patient, creative, and friendly nature enables me...
Hi I'm Elle! I'm currently in graduate school at Rocky Mountain University for Speech Language Pathology! I am 23 and looking for jobs to make some money while going to school! If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out!
Eleanor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Libby. I am a mom of two teens that keep me busy. I have been a teacher for the last 14 years and am feeling it was time for a break! I would love to still continue to love, and care for, and work with families and children!
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Amber M.
Des Moines, IA
$12-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends
5.0
(3)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!"
Care member
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.
5.0
(2)
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, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Reliable, responsible and a great communicator. Very careful and considerate of the kids safety. Able to be calm amd playful, while also able to be firm when appropriate and take advantage of teaching moments."
Sonia A.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
Maria M.
Des Moines, IA
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kids Are A Passion! Learning Is A Gift. Having Both Is A Blessing!
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
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...
Care member
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Brenna H.
Des Moines, IA
$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, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
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:
CPR
First Aid
Inna D.
Waukee, IA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello I Am 18 Years Old, And Am Searching For A Full Time, Part Time, Date Nights
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Innessa and I'm 19 yrs of age. As an experienced nanny, I understand the importance of providing high-quality childcare that supports both the emotional and developmental needs of children. My background includes several years of working with families, during which I have honed my ability to create a safe,...
Inna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Innessa has been great! Our little guy adores her. :)"
Care member
Iqueisha B.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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:
CPR
Early Education
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.
Makayla W.
Waukee, IA
$13-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! My names Makayla, I am 20 years old and I am looking to help some families this summer with babysitting for date nights and other things! I have 4-5 years of babysitting experience, I am a former daycare teacher and I am CPR/AED certified and trained on emergency response to injury and illness through Red Cross. I am...
5.0
"Makayla has babysat for us multiple times and has done great! Our kids are very excited to play with her when she comes over. Highly recommend!"
Andrew E.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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
Sheryl Y.
Des Moines, IA
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.
5.0
(4)
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, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sheryl has helped to get our grandchild ready for school in the morning one day a week at this point. T can be a challenge at times. She has been able to redirect him as needed with minimal issues. I am happy we found her to help in the mornings I cannot be...
Care member
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Clive, IA:
How can I find a Clive babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Clive, 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 5 babysitters in Clive, 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 Clive, IA?
The average rate for Clive, IA babysitters on Care.com is $20.20 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 Clive, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Clive, 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.