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44 babysitters are listed in Waverly, IA

The average posted rate is $11/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Waverly, IA

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Sarah O.


Waverly, IA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified elementary teacher. I have been babysitting for the past 20 years. I have babysat for 1-6 children in ages ranging from newborn infants on up to junior high aged children. I also have experience caring for twins. On occasion, I have provided overnight care for families lasting from an overnight up to a week...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sarah's taking care of our 3 kids (including twins) for a while already & we think she's doing a great job! We absolutely recommend her if you need an experienced & fun babysitter! "

Margie J.

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Stephanie G.


Waverly, IA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Babysitter Looking To Provide Love And Safety For Your Children

I have cared for my 3 nephews, ages 3, 5, and 6 numerous times an have also babysat for my friends' children on various occasions. I like to be able with children and not sit in front of tv's and devices all day. I like to take children outside to play and learn new things.
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
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Carly S.


Waverly, IA

$11-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Carly. I am a sophomore at Wartburg college double majoring in neuroscience and psychology with a minor in leadership. I am involved in many other clubs on campus as well. I will be home for the summer and looking for some babysitting or nannying opportunities. All through high school I watched a lot of kids in...
Carly can also help with: Craft assistance
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Halie P.


Waverly, IA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Hi my name is Halie pronounced like (haylee). I am 19 years old and currently live in Waverly with my two roomates and their one, almost 2-year-old son that I also help with. I love kids and even a bonus if you have pets. I recently was a full time nanny for a family in Cedar Falls, but unfortunately they don't need me anymore....
Halie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Emilee F.


Waverly, IA

$9-50/hr3 yrs exp

Childhood Care

Hi my name is Emilee and I am a 23 years old. I have worked for/babysat children anywhere from a couple weeks old up to teenagers. I have worked with children with autism and also behavioral disorders. I have my Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. I am currently working on getting CPR and First Aid certified again....
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Our babysitter cancelled on us last minute and Jessica came to the rescue last minute. She's very professional and dependable!"

Michelle E.

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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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Erin was on time and professional"

Kaitlin G.

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
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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Laura W.


New Hampton, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have done babysitting for many children of both genders between the ages of 10 months - 10 years. These sitting jobs included taking the children to activities as well as providing meals and appropriate nap times, etc. I have also helped with once a week daycare of children ages 2-5 for about 4 hours while their mothers did a...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Laura has been a great caregiver for our children! She is patient and kind with them."

Coralie V.

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: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Avery R.


Cedar Falls, IA

$13-50/hr1 yrs exp

Summer Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Avery ! I am from Urbandale but I have been living in Cedar Falls for 6 years now. I graduated from UNI last year with a degree in Art Education! I have been a long term elementary art substitute this year in CF and DNH. I also have experience with infants from volunteering at my church. I am comfortable with a...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 nieces at the age of 6, 4 and 5 months. I babysat my whole life and I just recently started working at a daycare in Waterloo! I am going to school for Radiology.
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Errands. I love to be outside and be active. I am positive and energetic! I am very reliable and want to have fun! I will make sure we are having a fun but safe time!
Emerson can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rylyn M.


Cedar Falls, IA

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked at a daycare in my hometown for over 3 years and I mainly cared for babies under one but I have tons of experience with all ages. I babysat all the time back at home and I just started college at University of Northern Iowa and I miss babysitting! I would love to meet your kiddos!
Rylyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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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:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Chloe L.


Cedar Falls, IA

$17-50/hr1 yrs exp

I've always had a passion for nurturing children's growth and development, and I'm thrilled to have over a year of experience as a childcare provider. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. I'm also very comfortable communicating with parents...
Hi! I worked at a daycare all through high school where I worked with kids ranging from the ages of 1st grade- 6th grade and while I was in college I worked at another daycare, working with kids from 1-2 years old! I am very reliable and organized and am willing to complete other tasks as needed! I love making memories with kids...
Jaylan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Bryce D.


Cedar Falls, IA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I am currently a student at UNI looking for some good kids watch after! Currently, I have a 7-year-old nephew, a baby nephew on the way, along with other babysitting experience:) I enjoy keeping a clean space, so house tasks are not an issue. I am reliable, patient, and a hard worker who is looking to help out your family!
Bryce can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kylea T.


Cedar Falls, IA

$11-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello :) I am a junior at UNI majoring in elementary education but I am currently living in Ankeny! I have experience with children ages 0-10.
Kylea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Waverly, IA

Sarah O.

5.0

Sarah's taking care of our 3 kids (including twins) for a while already & we think she's doing a great job! We absolutely recommend her if you need an experienced & fun babysitter!

- Margie J.

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

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

Erin B.

5.0

Erin was great with our son. She came over a little early which we greatly appreciated, let us chat a bit. Our son was happy to have Erin over and we'd be happy to hire her again. She's responsible, respectful and so nice.

- 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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Babysitters in Waverly, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 44 listed babysitters.