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24 in home child care are listed in Ames, IA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 5 years
In home child care in Ames, IA
Meagan S.
Ames, IA
$12/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm so happy you're here. My name is Meagan. A mother to a perfect 3-year-old, a property manager in Ames, where I have called home for 12 years. As a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for children. My patient and...
Meagan can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hey! My name is Mollie, I am 18 years old and new to the Ames area! I have always enjoyed taking care of other people, I have had jobs from nannying, babysitting, to working in nursing home facilities as a CNA!
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, energetic, and caring
I started working with kids when I was 13 babysitting...
Kasi M.
Ames, IA
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Kasi. For most of my life I have had cousins that are much younger than me that I always wanted to help with along with my niece and nephew coming along later that I babysat for a little bit. I have around 2 years of experience with them when they were about 1-4 years old. I'm home for the summer and was hoping to...
Kasi can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked babysitting jobs on and off since I was 13 and have always found a joy in helping people live their best lives, including children! I am a certified nurses assistant as well and have my CPR and BLS certifications. I've worked in retirement homes for over two years along with memory care patients and patients with...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Ames, IA
How do I find in-home child care near me in Ames, IA?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Ames, IA. There are 24 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Ames, IA?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of April, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $15.75 for in-home child care providers near you in Ames, IA.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Ames, IA?
You can compare 24 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for Ames, IA in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
In Home Child Care in Ames, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 24 listed in home child care.