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Babysitters in La Porte City, IA

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Margery M.


La Porte City, IA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

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I have been babysitting since I was 16 and would help with my nieces and nephews as newborns. I worked at a daycare for 2 years and I currently nanny full-time. I have experience with newborns up to age 12. I am willing to help with light housework and travel. I am also conformable with pets.
Margery can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jazmyn T.


Waterloo, IA

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny/ Babysitter! :)

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rainee G.


Waterloo, IA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love working with children and have worked in two day cares. I currently work for the Waterloo schools as a para with children with special needs. I am working on my masters degree in theology and eventually want to be a children's pastor.
Rainee can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rainee works with two of our special needs children and has done a wonderful job."

Heather B.

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Caitlin M.


Waterloo, IA

$14-16/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I'm Caitlin. I'm looking to provide childcare to a wonderful family! I would describe myself as a fun, positive and loving person who enjoys caring for kids. I love to be creative and be outside any chance I can. I love to cook and bake all sorts of treats! I also like to do my best to get the kids involved in any...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

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Piper P.


Waterloo, IA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/ Babysitter

Hello! I'm Makenzie, a junior at the University of Northern Iowa, studying elementary education. I have been babysitting since I was 14, and was a nanny for 2 summers. I currently work at CUCCC, at this daycare I work with infants, toddlers, and school age! I would love to get out and do things with the kiddos, like the library...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Skyler J.


Waterloo, IA

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Skyler J and I am looking for nannying/babysitting jobs in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls area! I am currently a student at the University of Missouri, studying elementary education! I have had about 9 years of babysitting experience, and have worked in and out of various preschools. I am very flexible with hours, and...
Skyler can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sara E.


Waterloo, IA

$8-10/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

I babysat a little bit in high school, mostly for neighbors. I worked in daycare for almost two years. I have worked with all age groups: infants, toddlers and preschool.
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ava M.


Waterloo, IA

$14-23/hr4 yrs exp

About Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a student at the University of Iowa studying business. I started babysitting and nannying when I was 15 and I currently work at an after school program working with kids ranging from ages 6-12! I have a reliable car for transportation as well. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind, and fun! I like...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Shana L.


Waterloo, IA

$12-20/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Encourager And Smile Maker!

Hello, I'm Shana! I am reliable, responsible, and down to earth. I have experience at a couple different places. I love to do arts and crafts, sing, dance, and just have fun with the kids. Whenever they're around me, I promise the kids will have the time of their lives!
Shana can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica V.


Cedar Falls, IA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jessica and I am a senior at UNI studying Elementary Ed and Spanish teaching. I have babysat for over 6 years with many different families and age ranges. I also have experience teaching and being a camp counselor. I love to be active and outdoors. I am very comfortable following house rules and helping out with...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Jessica has been one of our regular babysitters for over 1 year now. She also nannied for us this summer (2 toddlers - age 4 and age 2). She is very sweet with our kids. They have a lot of fun playing with her. She lets them have the autonomy they need but is still...

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Anne S.


Waterloo, IA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Anne! I am a second grade teacher in Waterloo. I graduated from UNI with a degree in early childhood education. I have been babysitting since I was 10 and I have experience caring for children from 6 weeks and up. I also have experience caring for children with special needs (my sister has Down syndrome). I love...
Anne can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anne is very nice person, very dependable and punctual. We are lucky we found her, who we can trust 100%. My son really likes her and likes spending time with her."

Chaitanya M.

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Alaura L.


Cedar Falls, IA

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Alaura! I am currently a senior at the University of Northern Iowa. My major is Art education! I currently nanny for a family and spend lots of time with kids. I have worked with children for several years now and have lots of experience! Ways people would describe my personality is outgoing, kind, and fun....
Alaura can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was very good with both our children. They loved that she did arts and crafts with them and she’d played outside with them. She didn’t let them play with electronics and actually cared about getting to know what they liked!"

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Alyssa A.


Cedar Falls, IA

$15/hr4 yrs exp

I've babysit for family and friends. I'm an aunt to three so I have lots of experience with ages 1-10. Love to play with kids outside, when the weather is nice enough! Watching movies and hanging out is also a favorite. But when needed will make sure they don't break any set rules by your family and hurt their siblings. Am a...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa is amazing with my kids. I have three and she is so patient with them. They are always asking when she is coming back again. "

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Erin B.


Cedar Falls, IA

$12-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently attending school in Cedar Falls, IA. I also have experience as an in-home caregiver and preschool teacher as well as CPR training. I am very warm and fun, but also vigilant when it comes to safety.
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Erin was on time and professional"

Kaitlin G.

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Ta'daja L.


Waterloo, IA

$10-13/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is (Tuh-day-juh). For the most part I've babysat family members and family friend's children since I was 10 years old. Sometimes I would babysit overnight. I love kids and their creative imaginations. I believe it is very important to listen and allow kids to express themselves. I have twin little sisters so I'm...
Ta'daja can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Sweet as pie, children loved her. Will hire her again."

Deja J.

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Marley M.


Waterloo, IA

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Friendly, And Experienced Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Marley and I am a student at the University of Northern Iowa studying Biology and Anthropology with the intent of becoming an Interpretive Naturalist (AKA, working with kids and their families to teach them about how awesome nature is and creating young scientists!) I have 5+ years of experience babysitting and...
Marley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Imani B.


Cedar Falls, IA

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

I'm a nurturing childcare provider with two years of experience caring for children. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I have a passion for helping children learn and grow, and I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. I'm patient, calm, and...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently going to UNI for Social Work and Criminology! I am the youngest of 4, so I have been around kids my whole life, babysitting my nieces and nephews. I have also been babysitting for almost 8 years. I have watched kids ranging from a few months to 10 years old! I love being around kids and letting their Imagination...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Clare B.


Cedar Falls, IA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

I am a student-athlete at University of Northern Iowa, looking for a family to care for! I have work experience with infants through school-aged children. Although children are where I am most comfortable, I am open to caring for seniors and watching after pets, as well. By saying that, I am pet friendly, and nonsmoker. I will...
Clare can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Julia S.


Cedar Falls, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I am a second year at UNI with a Communication Sciences and Disorders major. Hoping to become a Speech Pathologist. With this background I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. I prioritize open communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's day and promptly addressing any...

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in La Porte City, IA

Rainee G.

5.0

Rainee works with two of our special needs children and has done a wonderful job.

- Heather B.

Jessica V.

5.0

Jessica has been one of our regular babysitters for over 1 year now. She also nannied for us this summer (2 toddlers - age 4 and age 2). She is very sweet with our kids. They have a lot of fun playing with her. She lets them have the autonomy they need but is still very responsible and watchful. She...

- Care member

Anne S.

5.0

Anne is very nice person, very dependable and punctual. We are lucky we found her, who we can trust 100%. My son really likes her and likes spending time with her.

- Chaitanya M.

Alaura L.

5.0

She was very good with both our children. They loved that she did arts and crafts with them and she’d played outside with them. She didn’t let them play with electronics and actually cared about getting to know what they liked!

- Care member

Alyssa A.

5.0

Alyssa is amazing with my kids. I have three and she is so patient with them. They are always asking when she is coming back again.

- Care member

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