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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Izah C.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-20/hr
Hi! I'm great with animals and kids of many ages. I have 3 years of experience volunteering in a child care facility caring for children ages from newborn to 5 years old. I also have experience caring for cats, dogs, and reptiles with various needs.
My name is Savannah! I'm currently a college student and UNI for elementary education. My job up at college is at the YMCA watching kids of all ages! I'm coming home for summer and looking for a nannying job! I would love to get to know you and your child!
Hi! I have 7 years of experience with childcare. I have worked at a daycare with many ages, infant through school age for over 4 years now, as well as nannying for 2 years. I love working with kids and helping them in any way I can! I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision, or whatever else may come up. I am currently in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am certified nursing assistant with experience working in a variety of fields. I have cared for the elderly and individuals with disabilities in my work life, and children ranging from infants to teenagers in my personal life. I am a very patient, dedicated person and I believe in providing the best care I can.
Laresa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hi! I'm an experienced sitter and homemaker with 5 years of experience. I have an Elementary Education degree, experience tutoring, and academic coaching. I'm happy to help with light housework, home work assistance, and whatever else you may need - let's have a conversation and see what I can accommodate for you!
Michaela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Nic S.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Looking To Help Some Families Out With Childcare This Summer
Hello! I am a former special education teacher who has recently moved to Cedar Rapids. I am looking to help some families out with childcare throughout the summer!
Nic can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello,
I am a mother of three with both professional and personal years of experience caring for children. I am a big believer in the Montessori method and carry that philosophy of respecting children into my home as well as the home of others.
I am a patient and intentional caregiver. I am also bilingual and can incorporate...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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...
Katy S.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Katy I grew up in Westport, CT and had an affinity for children at an early age. Not only do I have my own 3-year-old little girl but I also have been taking care of my niece and nephew from the moment they were born. I always made time with them so special, and I find that children have always connected to my...
Katy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
I moved to the Iowa City area when my husband and I got married about 3. 5 years ago. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was about 13 years old, and have work in childcare full time for about 5 years now.
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 D.
Coralville, IA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, caring, 22-year-old graduate from University of Iowa. I graduated in May of 2024 with a major in elementary education and an endorsement in reading. I have lots of experience babysitting, nannying, and worked at Frog Hollow Kid Campus for 3 years. I spent two of the years at the daycare as the assistant...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paige is wonderful! My 1.5 year old took to her right away. She usually cries when a new babysitter comes over but Paige new exactly how to make my daughter feel comfortable. I work from home and I could hear them laughing and playing all day. She is dependable,...
Shaina S.
Miranda W.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$10-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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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, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Care member
Bree R.
Coralville, IA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
Memphis Nanny/Tutor Available For Full-time Or Part-time Work
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm an energetic 26-year-old with lots of experience with kiddos of all ages (birth-15yrs) and would love to help you out! I have babysitting, nannying, and tutoring experience, as well as experience supervising at a childcare center. I'm CPR and First Aid certified & Infant CPR and First Aid certified by the Red Cross. I...
Bree can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bree is so sweet with our kids and has quickly become their favorite caregiver! She does an excellent job keeping the kids engaged during her time with them and I feel at peace knowing they are in good hands."
Maranda B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alysha! I am currently in college working to become a nurse practitioner specializing in pediatrics or neonatal. If I'm not studying I love going to church and spending time with my loved ones. I have always loved children and my husband and I can't wait to have children of our own one day. My husband is a CPA...
Alysha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Alysha is fantastic! She did a great job keeping all 4 of my boys entertained including the 2.5 year old twins! One of my twins was disappointed she wasn't back when he woke up from a cat nap.
We even ran late and she was so gracious and stayed longer than...
Savannah B.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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: 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.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mount Vernon, IA
Madison G.
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. She made sure our daughter was fed,...
- Haley H.
Paige D.
5.0
Paige is wonderful! My 1.5 year old took to her right away. She usually cries when a new babysitter comes over but Paige new exactly how to make my daughter feel comfortable. I work from home and I could hear them laughing and playing all day. She is dependable, polite, on-time, and very...
- Shaina S.
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
Bree R.
5.0
Bree is wonderful! She is so caring and very dependable. I would recommend her to everyone I know and feel so safe with her watching my kiddos.
- Claire H.
Alysha S.
5.0
Alysha is fantastic! She did a great job keeping all 4 of my boys entertained including the 2.5 year old twins! One of my twins was disappointed she wasn't back when he woke up from a cat nap.
We even ran late and she was so gracious and stayed longer than planned! We can't wait to hire her again!
- Savannah B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mount Vernon, IA:
How can I find a Mount Vernon babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, IA?
The average rate for Mount Vernon, IA babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 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 Mount Vernon, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mount Vernon, 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.