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I'm a past Foster/Adoptive mother. We had 48 children and adopted 9. I have 1 biological son and 9 adopted. These were all special needs children. Now they are all grown up and on there own and I need to be with children again as I miss it all. I have babysat and raised children since I was in the 3rd. grade. I raised 5 brothers...
Alice can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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CNA
Special Needs Care
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ottumwa, IA:
How can I find a Ottumwa babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ottumwa, 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 Ottumwa, 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 Ottumwa, IA?
The average rate for Ottumwa, IA babysitters on Care.com is $10.00 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 Ottumwa, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ottumwa, 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.