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I started working with kids when I was 14. I started babysitting my sister, shortly after I expanded amd started babysitting kids in the neighborhood. That's when I developed my love for babysitting and playing with children.
In my spare time, I like to paint and go hiking. I love to get outside as much as possible. I also love...
Paige G.
Lisbon, IA
$8-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Just a few things about me, I am creative, organized, and responsible. I have been babysitting for around 14 years, more if you count my own siblings. I have been a nanny for four families. One of which had twins and a newborn. I feel very comfortable watching all ages. I am currently nannying my niece and nephew. I am...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
I recently graduated college with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre. I enjoy arts and crafts and playing outside. I am mostly looking for a job to supplement my income. I work two other jobs as a receptionist and host at a restaurant but neither are very frequent. I have experience with kids of all ages. Reach out if...
Ellieza can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
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, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Delanie is wonderful! Responsible, reliable, and comes with lots of experience. "
Kirsten A.
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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature."
Care member
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: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The kids love her and she is great with them."
Angela L.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Ever since I can remember, I have been around other kids at my mom's in-home daycare. I have been a nanny to several different families since high school of all different ages and many from Care. com. I would love a child/family I could take places occasionally. I love all animals, have a vehicle, and infants are my favorite to...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Morgan is wonderful! She cared for our daughter from ages 6 weeks until she was 15 months, occasionally with our 3 year old. From the start it was clear that she really is great with kids, they both loved her instantly! She helped with our dogs and cat as well. She...
Kate F.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & 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.
Ellyn C.
Iowa City, IA
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm University of Iowa graduate with a research and Neurobiology background. I have several years of experience involving babysitting and caring for people of all ages. The bulk of my healthcare experience has been in geriatrics and psychiatry. I'm particularly fond of working with children and adults who have psychiatric...
Ellyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"My son loved having Ellyn help him with online school. She was patient and great with his learning needs."
Elisa M.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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.
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.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, creative, and patient!
I like working with kids because I love being a role model and building those long lasting and meaningful relationships with kids! I am a true kid at heart and love getting to express my creative and fun side with kids!
I'm looking for a job that allows me...
I graduated high school in may 2023 and I work in child care. I have 6 years of babysitting experience if you don't count taking care of my younger siblings. I can help with transport and do light housekeeping. I am comfortable around dogs and cats and am able to cook. I am comfortable caring for two children - infants to...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma S.
Iowa City, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a first-year graduate student at the University of Minnesota - Duluth getting my Master's in social work. I have 11 years of experience as a babysitter/nanny. I have nannied for families with multiple children of various age ranges. I was also the head swim coach for the K-2nd graders at Our Lady's Christian School. Most...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Madelynn B.
Iowa City, IA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!! My name is Madelynn, I have been babysitting for 9 years but caring for kids all my life. I love kids and am a very responsible sitter. I have the red cross babysitting certification and am CPR certified. I look forward hearing from you:)
Madelynn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 23 and graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in human physiology in 2023. I took a gap year in KC where I lived with my 1-year-old niece and nannied twin boys age 5 months to 15 months (and their kindergartener brother if he didn't have school). I went to San Diego with them so I have experience flying on...
Audrey can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Aviva A.
Iowa City, IA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
College Student Looking For Nannying Jobs. With Lots Of Experience!
Hello! I am looking for some babysitting gigs over the summer. I am a University of Iowa student going into my third year. I love kids and for the past couple summers was a camp counselor for ages 3-6. I have 4 younger siblings between the ages of 18 and 1 so I have experience with many different ages. I love crafting and...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mechanicsville, IA
Delanie M.
5.0
Delanie is wonderful! Responsible, reliable, and comes with lots of experience.
- Kirsten A.
Ella P.
5.0
I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature.
- Care member
Alicia G.
5.0
Alicia is very kind and patient! She does very well with multiple children. She takes the time to teach, play and care for every child in her watch! Would highly recommend Alicia!!
- Kristan G.
Shannon F.
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.
Morgan S.
5.0
Morgan is wonderful! She cared for our daughter from ages 6 weeks until she was 15 months, occasionally with our 3 year old. From the start it was clear that she really is great with kids, they both loved her instantly! She helped with our dogs and cat as well. She was flexible and always willing to...
- Kate F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mechanicsville, IA:
How can I find a Mechanicsville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mechanicsville, 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 Mechanicsville, 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 Mechanicsville, IA?
The average rate for Mechanicsville, IA babysitters on Care.com is $14.00 per hour as of February 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 Mechanicsville, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mechanicsville, 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.