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60 babysitters are listed in Hiawatha, IA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Hiawatha, IA
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion for educating and caring for children dates back to my own childhood. I began my journey in childcare by assisting my mother at her home daycare in Iowa, where I learned the value of patience and dedication. Throughout middle school, I continued to develop my skills by babysitting for several families and tutoring my...
Jazmyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kennady M.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hi there! I currently work at Lily Pad daycare in the 2-year-old and baby room. I've been working there for over 3 years now, but I'm looking to become a nanny. I love working with children and helping them learn! I'm very flexible and super friendly!
Kennady can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kennady loves children and she is very dependable. She is fun to be around and does a lot of fun things. I would hire her to watch my kids."
Jamie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah, I worked as a registered dental hygienist during the week. I have 8 years experience with child care, I worked in a daycare center throughout high school and a couple years of college. During college I also spent a few years as a nanny. I nannied for two families overnight - I would come over, feed them...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah has been very flexible and dependable. My schedule was unexpectedly changed requiring her to be at my home at 3:30am instead of 5:30am and she still agreed to care for my daughter. My daughter loves her and said "she's the best." Definitely happy with our...
Jennifer H.
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Miranda, she was great to my 2 sons. I would totally recommend hiring her! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat children ages birth-12 for several years in my neighborhood as well as family. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the Cedar Valley Iowa area working with both children and adults and LOVE IT!
Kayleen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Our shy toddler warmed up instantly to Kayleen and was very comfortable around her kind demeanor. He asked us to go on another date so she could come back! Our pets were happy to get some extra attention too! We look forward to seeing her again!"
Michael I.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling
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.
Ella P.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am Currently A Senior. I Enjoy Cooking, Singing, Staying Active, And Being Outdoors.
5.0
(1)
I am a sophomore at the University of Iowa, currently studying social work and psychology! I am 19, have been babysitting since I was 13 and have been working full-time the past 2 years. I love music, dancing, sports, animals, staying active, hanging out with friends, and being outdoors.
I assist with childcare, housekeeping,...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working in a child development center for several years. I worked with all ages from infant to school age. My mother and I also ran a daycare from our home for several years and so I gained a lot of experience this way as well. Along with this, I have an associate's degree in childhood education. I am First Aid...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Jessica is very friendly and kind hearted! My son absolutely adored her and they had so much fun he was fast asleep when I got home. I highly suggest Jessica to anyone needing a babysitter!"
Mikayla S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Alica, I'm 24 years old and have many years of childcare experience. I've babysat for many families and have worked at two daycares. I have been working as a nanny for over a year now, and I'm just looking for part-time work. I have a van that seats six, and four car seats comfortably. I'm CPR and first aid, certified,...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The kids love her and she is great with them."
Angela L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Madison, I am 25 years old and I have a 4-year-old daughter. I am a Licensing Caseworker for foster/adoptive families. In May, I will be graduating with my masters degree in Social Work. I enjoy being outside, doing crafts, and finding fun things my toddler enjoys.
I am a CPR/First Aid Instructor through the AHA.
I...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison helped us out in a tough situation. She watched our 10 month old daughter in our hotel room when we were visiting the Waterloo area to attend a wedding. We checked in with her periodically throughout the day and she kept our daughter safe and entertained....
Haley H.
Paige B.
Marion, IA
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a recent graduate at University of Iowa. I studied Environmental Planning and Bio-science. I am looking for a full time position M-F, and could pick up occasional other jobs. During summer of 2019 I was a naturalist intern at Indian Creek Nature Center. My job was to help teach and care for a large group of kids at...
Paige can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paige is very quiet, but is really great at working with kids. My son, in particular, has moderate to severe intellectual disability, is non-verbal and is not toilet trained (he is developmentally a 14 year old, 100 pound toddler). Paige jumped right in to work...
Carrie B.
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Kira and I was born and raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. I attended UNI to study Elementary Education, and have worked numerous jobs with children including being a fully time nanny and babysitter.
Fun Facts about me:
I have a summer job where I travel with students in middle/highschool from across the Midwest to...
Kira can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I love watching children they make my day. I have been with all ages of children.
Jayden can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
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...
I am a stay at home mother to my 3-year-old daughter. I am looking to provide in home child care services to one child. I will provide learning activities, lots of fun and all meals if needed. I am fully vaccinated, practice gentle parenting and absolutely love working with kids! I have a severely disabled/special needs brother...
Alissa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi everyone! I'm Jensen and I have been a Nanny for roughly 5 years now. I started babysitting when I was 15, and have loved caring for children ever since. Whether its a craft, activity, or simply playing; I enjoy being as involved as possible during the time I spend with the children. I am also in Esthetician School at PCI...
Jensen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
CNA
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hiawatha, IA
Kennady M.
5.0
Kennady loves children and she is very dependable. She is fun to be around and does a lot of fun things. I would hire her to watch my kids.
- Jamie R.
Hannah B.
5.0
Hannah has been very flexible and dependable. My schedule was unexpectedly changed requiring her to be at my home at 3:30am instead of 5:30am and she still agreed to care for my daughter. My daughter loves her and said "she's the best." Definitely happy with our decision to hire her!!
- Jennifer H.
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
Kayleen T.
5.0
Our shy toddler warmed up instantly to Kayleen and was very comfortable around her kind demeanor. He asked us to go on another date so she could come back! Our pets were happy to get some extra attention too! We look forward to seeing her again!
- Michael I.
Delanie M.
5.0
Delanie is wonderful! Responsible, reliable, and comes with lots of experience.
- Kirsten A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hiawatha, IA:
How can I find a Hiawatha babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hiawatha, 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 1 babysitters in Hiawatha, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.0. 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 Hiawatha, IA?
The average rate for Hiawatha, IA babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 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 Hiawatha, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hiawatha, 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.