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88 babysitters are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Des Moines, IA
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 did a great job staying with our daughter, while my wife and I went on a date. She had no problems coming to meet us for an interview. She seemed very knowledgeable about watching kids due to her background experience. We will certainly be using her again in...
Henry T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids loved Rachel, she was so nice and friendly!"
Karla P.
Alyssa G.
Des Moines, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Alyssa and I'm looking for part-time opportunities. I live downtown and work a remote position, which has allowed my schedule to be a little more flexible. I use to work as a toddler teacher and have about 3+ years experience working in the childcare field along with many years of babysitting. I also have 9 nieces...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is dependable and has experience running a daycare. I would highly recommend!"
Allison K.
Jillayne A.
Des Moines, IA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
School Psychologist With Extensive Care Experience- Occasional/ Summer Availability!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
*I only accept occasional evening or weekend jobs during the school year.*
Hi! I'm Jillayne and I am a very experienced babysitter and nanny, including full-time for young twins, a year in Germany for three, and for many date nights. I am a School Psychologist in elementary schools. I have my Master's and Specialist degrees in...
Jillayne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She took care of my 5 year old on short notice. She made popcorn, colored pictures and played trains with him. Hire her. Would hire again!"
Wayne K.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & 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.
Maricela V.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I love interacting with children! I have 4 years experience taking care of children! I started out working in elementary schools as a yard aide. My job was to keep the children safe and make sure they were playing nice! I currently work in a day care and love it! I plan to go back to school to study RN! In my down...
5.0
"Maricela is amazing! She is the perfect combination of engaging energy and calm. Also she was super understanding and flexible with my last minute need. She totally rescued us and made my kids happy! "
Kay H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Chelsie and I'm 28 years old. I've raised my two youngest siblings and have babysat for a family friend for 5 years. I love arts and crafts, music, and reading. I love pets, I have 3 kitties and 3 dogs.
Please note: I have a full time M-F job so I can only commit to evening jobs...
Chelsie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsie did a great job with our three little kids! she arrived early and communicated her needs and jumped right in with the kids. They loved her and it made leaving the house smooth and easy!"
Emily J.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
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 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified Montessori 3-6 teacher (preschool and kindergarten). I have been teaching for 6 years at this age group. I have 11 years of experience ranging from infants to middle school age children. I also have experience in working with special needs children. I am looking for a semi regular job this summer. I am flexible...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
3.3
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Autumn, and I recently graduated from University! I have over seven years of experience working with kids ranging from infants to middle school age. I do have my own car, so transportation would not be a problem. I also love to cook so I would definitely be happy to help with any meals. Along with that, I can offer...
Autumn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My names Helen and have been nannying for 6+ years. I enjoy working with newborns & toddlers and getting to see them develop into their own little self. I currently have a full-time job during the week but looking to help a family our regularly maybe 1 or 2 days of the weekend for extra money. I am fun, energetic and love...
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lucy! I am currently a senior at Drake University studying sociology and I am from Minneapolis, Minnesota. I love working with kids and am comfortable with all ages. I have over 5 years of experience with children ages six months to 15 years old. I am committed to making sure children are safe and also having fun. I have...
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I'm Elsa and I am 25 years old from the West Des Moines area and have been providing childcare since middle school. I am energetic, warm-hearted, patient and enjoy spending my time staying active. I am happy to care for children, prepare meals, as well as any additional tasks. I am organized with my work and flexible...
Elsa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A little bit about me,
I am from Sacramento, California, and moved here in August for Nursing school in Des Moines. I have been a nanny for 7 years and have experience with kids ages newborn to 12 years old. I aspire to be a Pediatric nurse, as I love kids!
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as energetic, upbeat, and kind.
I like working with kids because I love seeing them learn and grow over time.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help families and continue working with children.
I started working with kids when I graduated from college in 2011. I received a bachelor's...
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Svea L.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing and caring for children, driven by my fulfilling experiences as a babysitter. It brings me immense joy to positively impact their lives and support families by providing reliable childcare. My calm and friendly nature creates a harmonious environment for the children in my care. I prioritize open...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Des Moines, IA
Amber M.
5.0
Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Maren F.
5.0
Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again
- Katie C.
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.
Alyssa G.
5.0
Alyssa was with us for almost a year, she was very involved with our kids, punctual, and always helpful. The only reason we do not have Alyssa with our kids anymore is because we moved away. My kids loved Alyssa and we would hire her again in a heartbeat.
- Brianne G.
Jillayne A.
5.0
She took care of my 5 year old on short notice. She made popcorn, colored pictures and played trains with him. Hire her. Would hire again!
- Wayne K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Des Moines, IA:
How can I find a Des Moines babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Des Moines, 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 88 babysitters in Des Moines, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Des Moines, IA?
The average rate for Des Moines, IA babysitters on Care.com is $15.97 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 Des Moines, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Des Moines, 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.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 88 listed babysitters.