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32 college nannies are listed in West Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby college nannies is 5 years
College nannies in West Des Moines, IA
Hi!! My name is Jaiden and I am a student at DMACC. I have also worked at Traditions Daycare in Johnston for almost 2 years and have all the proper training and certifications. I work with children ages 0-4, with the most experience with infants and toddlers, but am happy to get to know any aged child! I am comfortable taking on...
Jaiden can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Jori W.
Ankeny, IA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jori and I am currently a sophomore at the University of Iowa. I'm back home for the summer and would love to find a wonderful family to work for. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 14 and absolutely adore kids. I love to be creative and come up with new adventures and activities for the kids to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jessica P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Jess P and I am currently finishing up my degree in Human Services. I moved to the Ankeny area a couple of months ago. I have a lot of experience with all ages of children by nannying and babysitting for many families for the past 5 years! I was a 2-3-year-old teacher for two years in Iowa city and moved here!...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have 6 years of experience nannying and babysitting. I have worked with children as young as two days old and as old as 14 years old. I am very adaptable adjusting to the needs, personalities, and abilities of children of various ages. I love to play outside with children, do crafts, play board games or other types of games...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Michaela C.
Ankeny, IA
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Michaela and I am a sophomore at ISU majoring in Elementary Education! I have 2 years of professional experience along with many additional years of babysitting experience. I can help with light housekeeping, carpooling, and homework if needed.
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Katelyn and I would love to be your nanny or babysitter. I grew up in a large family of seven kids. I am the second oldest and have taken care of my two youngest siblings since they were born and they are now 6 and 7. I have work in multiple child care settings including being a full time in-home nanny.
Katelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlyn is very reliable, kind, and wanting to help. She has went above and beyond to help with the kiddos "
Care member
Jordyn E.
Ankeny, IA
$18-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a college student with a flexible schedule. I love working with kids, and have been babysitting since I was 10. I have four years of experience working in a daycare setting. I've worked with kids of all ages and have lots of experience with infants. I have also worked at a school as a one on one with children that...
Jordyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jenna M.
Ankeny, IA
$18-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Looking for a family to nanny for full-time over the summer (June - August). I am 22 years old, currently attending Grand View University for psychology and working at an elementary school as an associate. Certifications include CPR and CNA, and I have my own car. Pet-friendly!!
I enjoy spending time outside, staying active,...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Grace W.
Ankeny, IA
$18-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Grace , and I am originally from Ankeny, Iowa. I graduated in 2022 from Ankeny High School and am currently attending the University of Iowa to major in business management with an Event Planning certificate. I'm in a fantastic sorority named Alpha Phi. I currently live in Iowa City and will be counting to live in...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Miranda and I recently graduated from The University of Northern Iowa! I am becoming a real estate agent, so need a little extra money on the side! As of now, i'm willing to babysit weeknights and weekends as well. I have about seven years of babysitting experience and 7 years of nannying experience! I have...
Miranda can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in West Des Moines, IA
How much do college nannies charge near me in West Des Moines, IA?
How much college nannies charge near you in West Des Moines, 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 November, 2024 is $13.33.
How can I find a college nanny near me in West Des Moines, IA?
To find college nannies near you in West Des Moines, IA, you can use Care.com to review different nanny profiles. That way, you can quickly and easily learn more about the experience levels of available nannies in your area and what they charge.
What steps can I take to safely hire a college nanny near me in West Des Moines, IA?
There are currently 9 college nannies near you in West Des Moines, IA on Care.com. We request all college nannies on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles with a badge on them, all college nannies who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. We do strongly recommend you conduct your own private background check, request references, and interview candidates to hire a college nanny safely.
What types of services do college nannies near me in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, IA?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in West Des Moines, 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.