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Find babysitters in Iowa City, IA that you’ll love
105 babysitters are listed in Iowa City, IA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Iowa City, IA
Paige G.
Iowa City, IA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter Of 8 Years, Very Flexible, Part Time Until Summer (available Full Time In Summer)
My name is Paige and I am a 24-year-old located in Iowa City, Iowa! I am currently a student at the University of Iowa with expected graduation of Spring 2025. I am going to school for graphic design, UI/UX design, and drawing. As someone who is driven by creativity, I aspire to innovate and plan on pursuing my career of UI/UX...
Paige can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Eva T.
Iowa City, IA
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am just starting my junior year of college at the University of Iowa and would love to find childcare opportunities as I did in high school! I have worked for Montessori Preschool, local dance studio preschool programs, and full-time nanny families in the past. I genuinely love being around children and feel I am highly...
Eva can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am an energetic and patient sitter with 5 years of experience. I have six nephews/nieces who I am very close with and have taught me a love for childcare and education! I can help with Light Housekeeping, Cooking/Meal Preparation and homework. I am a fourth-year student at the University ofIowa studying English literature and...
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Wassan A.
Iowa City, IA
$10-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Friendly Organized outgoing
I like working with kids because they are a blessing and a joy to be around, its amazing watching them grow into their own personality
I started working with kids when I was a teenager then I had my own kids then I had my own daycare for a about 13 years
In my spare time, I like to read books,...
Maddie V.
Iowa City, IA
$20-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everybody, my name is Maddie! I am currently an online student at Morningside University in Sioux City Iowa, studying to get my bachelors degree in elementary education. I live and work full-time in the Iowa City area. Over the years I have acquired experience working with and caring for children of all ages in a wide variety...
Maddie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Melania M.
Iowa City, IA
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Melania and I'm currently attending at kirkwood to purse my RN career. I have my CNA certification and have been in the health and wellness field for over four years. I have experience with colostomy bag, I provide assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
I also...
Skills:
CNA
Hello! I have been caregiving for over 6 years, and absolutely love kids. I am a very interactive caregiver and love to do activities with kids. I currently attend the University of Iowa where I'm studying exercise science on the physical therapy track. I am certified through NICC as a caregiver and have experience working as a...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, hardworking, and caring.
I like working with kids because I learn something new every day and it's a lot of fun.
I'm looking for a job that is reliable, consistent but also very flexible, and fun!
I started working with kids when I became a lifeguard and eventually started teaching...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up with siblings, so I got accustomed to being responsible for children at a young age. I always knew I wanted to work with kids and spent some of my free time volunteering at the Kingdom Center with youth. In the beginning of the pandemic, I quit my customer service job and began working as a Nanny with two children and...
Saye can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
I have worked with children ages new born to 12 and I love it! I love to create fun activities for children and to actively participate with them as well.
Aubrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Marissa D.
Iowa City, IA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Marissa. I am a compassionate, loving, go with the flow type of person who adores children. I enjoy bringing my love of art, crafts, creative expression, the outdoors, healthy foods, and exploration to children. I also teach them to make interactive choices, and empower them to be confident in their own free will while...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an enthusiastic and bubbly person. I have worked with people of all ages in my 6 years of experience. I have worked with many children and adults that have special needs. I also have a lot of experience cleaning houses for multiple families. I am very organized and professional.
Greta can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Sophie. I have babysat/nannied in various jobs for over 6 years. I love kids of all ages and have experience homeschooling as well as working in a kindergarten classroom as a special ed para. I believe all kids deserve an intentional love and I go above and beyond to take care of them, as well as help with housework/meet...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
In working at a summer camp not only do I come with craft ideas, but I also have a musical, athletic, and a highly achieving academic background. At around age 8, I helped my mom with daycare and saved a child from drowning. At 14, I was taking care of my newborn nephew who is a fun-loving, daredevil of a 7-year-old today! At...
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Ally is an amazing person and my son loves her so much he offered to have her live with us :-). She is kind, patient, and punctual. She is an active babysitter and keeps him busy playing games outdoors."
Leah Z.
Shawna A.
Iowa City, IA
$19/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weekdays After 4 And Available On Weekends
I am 20 years old looking for one-time babysitting jobs. Or regularly if it's weekends. I have a lot of experience with kids coming from a family of 10. I currently nanny for a wonderful family who is in the medical field, their children are 5 and 2. I use to nanny for a 10-month-old boy for a surgeon and mom who was in college...
Shawna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hi I am Chloe! I am a student here at the University of Iowa and studying Elementary Education. With my plan to become a teacher I have lots of experience with kids. I have experience in camp counseling and babysitting in the past. I have worked with many different kids at varying age ranges. I am positive, hardworking, and...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, my name is Kacie E. This upcoming fall, I will be going onto my 3rd year at Kirkwood Community college. My major is Psychology and I'm a part time student. I'm respectful, creative , caring, hard-working, and dependable person. I have babysat before in the past and now I babysit as needed. I work with children because I...
Sophia B.
Iowa City, IA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi families! I'm Sophia, and I love working with kids! I have 6 years of babysitting experience, caring for children from newborns to elementary age. I'm available most weeknights and weekends and happy to provide transportation. I am currently a college student and have plenty of extra time to babysit.
I enjoy reading,...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Bailey R.
Iowa City, IA
$14-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Bailey. I am a recent graduate from the University of Iowa with my Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation. I plan to go graduate school next to get my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I have 4 years of experience nannying, babysitting, working in a daycare facility with ages ranging from infant to 12 or older,...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ada M.
Iowa City, IA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ada.. I love caring for children and helping them grow and learn. I have been caring for children for the last eight years. I have done everything from occasional date night babysitting to full time nannying. I have watched up to four children at a time, ranging in age from eight months to 15 years. I have...
Ada can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Iowa City, IA:
How can I find a Iowa City babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Iowa City, 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 105 babysitters in Iowa City, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Iowa City, IA?
The average rate for Iowa City, IA babysitters on Care.com is $16.22 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 Iowa City, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Iowa City, 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 Iowa City, IA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Iowa City, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 105 listed babysitters.