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I am a middle school ESL teacher and am finishing up my second year of teaching! I have worked with newborn babies up to school age children and really enjoy getting to know each and every child!
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Maggie M.
Ames, IA
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I am Maggie. I am a sophomore at Iowa State studying Early Childhood Education. I have a lot of experience with children. In eighth grade I started babysitting my three cousins on the weekends during the school year. That summer I started babysitting them three days a week, and babysat them every summer until I was a senior...
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
I have worked as a youth sport coach (soccer, basketball, volleyball, football, dodgeball, field hockey, t ball) (5 years)
I also have worked full time in as a caregiver in a daycare (6 years)
I have been a private nanny for 4 different families.
I worked as a Direct Support Professional for adult with intellectual and...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have grown up taking care of children from family relatives and friends from ages 0-2, 4-8, 10-12, so I feel confident and capable in my abilities to be a nanny.
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Emma P.
Ames, IA
$10-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am currently entering my senior year at Iowa State University where I am studying Family and Consumer Sciences Education; I hope to become a Home Economics teacher. I have four years of child care experience both in a center as well as in-home. I am comfortable with any age group, newborn to school-age. I love helping and...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Akela. I am currently Studying Choral Music Education at the University. I have worked with Children for 6 years now. I am currently the Choral Assistant for the Children's Choir at University and will continue in the fall. This summer I will have be working one week at a Music camp for grades 1-9. In the past...
Akela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Akela did a wonderful job of caring for our dogs. She quickly won the trust of our skittish Australian shepherd. "
Sandi T.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021.
I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"We cannot wait to have her sit again! We appreciated that she took the time and initiative to do some educational and fun activities with sidewalk chalk with our older toddler. Good communication. Macy is awesome!"
Sarah C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been working with children in a variety of settings. I started in high school at a daycare as float working with multiple ages. After high school I spent 3 summers as a camp counselor and then moved onto some before/after school nannying positions. I have also been the primary teacher in an infant room in the past...
Aubrey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aubrey recently babysat for our 4yr old son and she was wonderful. First she replied quickly to my message and did not leave me hanging. She was on time and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even on a school night. When we returned home everything was...
Kristin R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm 23 and I love children and growing up with 5 siblings, there was always plenty to do. I have nannied several children in the past, ranging from newborn to age 12 and for the 16 months I have been a full time nanny for a family of two. I have my own reliable vehicle and am comfortable with pets! I am able to work full time...
Isabel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Isabel! She watches our one year old baby boy and he loves her. She's always on time and is very dependable when we need her. I highly recommend her for childcare, she's a natural!"
Karmen S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Calli can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hello! My name is Amber and I am currently a student at Iowa State University. I will be a senior in the fall majoring in early childhood education. I am looking for a summer nanny position!
Amber can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I'm almost 25 years old. I am very experienced with children of all ages. I previously worked as a Para-educator at an elementary school, working 1 on 1 with special needs kiddos. I was a para for 3 years. I also worked with minor age clients who have special needs in the home as well as the community, and have about 2 years of...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Emma W.
Bondurant, IA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma, I am from Bondurant, but am a student at Northwest Missouri State University and am majoring in Elementary Education! I am fun loving and outgoing, I am very responsible and dependable as well, I have been a long-term babysitter for all different kinds of families. I love kids and I would love to help a...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I have always had a passion for caring for children. I have been babysitting ever since I was 10 years old. I am currently in grad school. I was a nanny for a family of three children for two summers in a row and enjoyed every minute of it. I watched a 7-year-old, 13-year-old and a 15-year-old. I have my own car and am able to...
Reagan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely love children! I've nannied for 5 or 6 summers and been babysitting since I was old enough to have responsibility! I have a car and would totally be comfortable driving kids around! I also cleaned houses professionally last summer so I can help around the house!
Alayna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Sophia P.
Ankeny, IA
$12-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sophia, I am 19, and I am currently a student at Iowa State. I am looking for a summer job in the Ankeny area, but would be comfortable driving to other areas of the DSM metro. I have experience with children through babysitting and teaching swim lessons, as well as through lifeguarding. I have a very flexible...
Sophia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Holly L.
Urbandale, IA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I recently moved to the Des Moines area. I have a lot of experience with different age groups through babysitting for my family and friends and by volunteering and working as a Camp Counselor and Life Guard at a Girl Scout summer camp for 4+ years. I currently nanny part-time for my two nieces (aged 2 and 4) and I am very...
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah W.
Ankeny, IA
$12/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Hannah! I just finished my second year of college and am looking for some babysitting gig's while I am home from school. I have been working at a daycare for over 3 years now and I absolutely love it! Before that I also worked as a summer nanny and babysat. I am CPR and first aid certified done through a course with my...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 2 years of experience working with children ages 0-13 years. I have worked as a summer nanny for a family with a 5 and 12-year-old, at WIC, at Iowa State University Extension and have some training with special needs children (g-tube & catheterization). I love animals and children. I love teaching and doing crafts. I...
Angie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kaylee F.
Ankeny, IA
$17-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am a current student at Drake University studying Elementary Education and Special Education. I live in Des Moines during the school year and in Ankeny in the summer. I have lots of experience working as a nanny, tutor, SCL provider, nursery worker, and a special education associate.
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent college nanny reviews from local parents in Huxley, IA
Akela S.
5.0
Akela did a wonderful job of caring for our dogs. She quickly won the trust of our skittish Australian shepherd.
- Sandi T.
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
Aubrey M.
5.0
Aubrey recently babysat for our 4yr old son and she was wonderful. First she replied quickly to my message and did not leave me hanging. She was on time and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even on a school night. When we returned home everything was as we left it....not even a dish in...
- Kristin R.
Isabel S.
5.0
We love Isabel! She watches our one year old baby boy and he loves her. She's always on time and is very dependable when we need her. I highly recommend her for childcare, she's a natural!
- Karmen S.
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in Huxley, IA
How much do college nannies charge near me in Huxley, IA?
How much college nannies charge near you in Huxley, IA can vary based on each nanny, as all nannies on Care.com charge their own unique rate. That being said, the average hourly rate for college nannies on Care.com as of July, 2024 is $15.00.
How can I find a college nanny near me in Huxley, IA?
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What types of services do college nannies near me in Huxley, IA offer?
Many college nannies on Care.com list the services they offer on their profiles, but you can also interview different candidates to get an idea of what services they feel comfortable taking on. When looking for a college nanny near you in Huxley, IA, you should sit down and write a list of everything you want the college nanny to help with before you interview them so you know what questions to ask them to get on the same page. For example, you may need help with transportation to after school activities or may need assistance with light house work.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for a college nanny near me in Huxley, IA?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in Huxley, IA, alongside asking about services they offer in the interview, you will also want to ask them about their work experience, how they prefer to interact with children, and how they’ll handle difficult situations like disciplining a child.