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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, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & 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.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sarah B.
North Liberty, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Occasional Weekend & Weekday Evening Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from the University of Iowa in May of 2003 with a BA in Elementary Education and endorsements in Early Childhood and Special Education. I have taught various grades for the last 20 years (preschool, kindergarten, first grade, & sixth grade). Also, I am certified in Adult and Child CPR & First Aid until June of 2023....
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
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, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature."
Care member
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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
(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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kayleen was so great! She played with the kids, quickly picked up my instructions for the evening and our routine. She did everything I asked her and even stayed later than originally planned. I will absolutely hire her again. Kids loved her."
Lacey E.
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, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I stumbled upon a job at a group home for adults with special needs while I was in college, and I was shocked at how meaningful the work was. I still visit those people when I have free time, as they live near some of my family. I have worked with kids and adults, with a variety disabilities, in a variety of environments.
I...
Christopher can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Christopher was one of the best PCA's for our 17 year old with autism. He is so kind, professional, laid back but really detailed in the care and attention he gave to our son. I felt totally confident our son was in great hands. Christopher was always on time,...
Dani R.
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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kennady loves working with kids and has a special gift for connecting with all ages. Very loving and nurturing young woman."
Chad M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a 60-year-old mom with an 21 yr
year-old son. I enjoy working with children and am comfortable taking care of children of all ages preferably at my home. I was a kindergarten school teacher for 11 years and worked for nine years at a daycare center. I love spending time with kids outdoors, going on walks, playing, , etc. I...
Rosy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My 6y/o daughter loved going to Rosy's! She loved trying her authentic Indian foods & learning about her home culture. Rosy is very loving & sends you pictures of them having fun."
Angie B.
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, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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.
Ashlyn C.
Marion, IA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am looking for a long-term full-time nanny position. I would be able to start as soon as January.
I have 3 years of experience with children including 3 years babysitting and working as a camp counselor this last summer. I am CPR and first aid certified for infants, children, and, adults I am currently working towards over 16...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Molly T.
North Liberty, IA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekends And Wednesdays!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Molly and I am 27 years old. I have worked as a nanny and a traveling au pair for many years and I love sharing my day with kids being creative, exploring, cooking, learning, and leaning into our intuitive needs for food and rest. I have experience with kids of all ages including newborns and know how to give swim...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ava and due to my busy schedule, I am offering occasional to fairly regular date-night/as-needed childcare! I have been providing childcare since I was a teenager and was most recently a part-time nanny to 3 kids 3 and under (see recommendations). I have taken several classes on topics related to child development...
Ava can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I am a positive, organized, and energetic college student who has spent my middle school years and onward looking after children! I'm looking to nanny or tutor in Iowa City as I am a student at the University of Iowa studying Elementary Education, Psychology, and Social Emotional Learning. I have daycare experience,...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been caring for children for nearly 10 years. I started with babysitting and nannying for various families when I was a teenager, and worked at day camps and creative workshops for elementary and middle school aged kids. More recently, I work at a daycare center as the lead teacher in the 18-24-month-old room. I also...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nia T.
Iowa City, IA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Nia, I'm 21, and I recently graduated from the University of Iowa. I have been babysitting consistently for the last 7 years, and have been a full-time/summer nanny for the past 5. I have experience with children of all ages and I love being active, and creative, and doing outdoor activities. For the summer of 2023, I...
Nia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Annika Y.
North Liberty, IA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over 6 years of experience caring for children of all ages.
I'm known for my patient and calm demeanor, which creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. My friendly and approachable nature allows me to build strong relationships with both children and families. I believe in...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mount Vernon, IA
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.
Paige B.
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 with our son and he loves her. The...
- Carrie B.
Ella P.
5.0
I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature.
- Care member
Ellyn C.
5.0
My son loved having Ellyn help him with online school. She was patient and great with his learning needs.
- Elisa M.
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.
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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 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 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.