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31 in home child care are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
In home child care in Des Moines, IA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic mother of five and a recent grandmother of 1 grandson. I worked on and off doing at home child care through the Department Of Child Care for the state of Iowa for 5 year and counting. I am CPR certified, first Aid Certified and also a mandatory reporter. On my free time I enjoy cooking baking cookies...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ms. Rachel has made herself available for our family more than once. Our child is always fed, happy and clean when we pick her up from Ms. Rachel's care. Ms. Rachel gives her best to our child and family. She's a wonderful child caregiver."
Lanyeshia H.
Amber M.
Des Moines, IA
$12-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Amber did a great job staying with our daughter, while my wife and I went on a date. She had no problems coming to meet us for an interview. She seemed very knowledgeable about watching kids due to her background experience. We will certainly be using her again in...
Henry T.
Nicole K.
Des Moines, IA
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I nannied all through high school and college, and have worked as a dietitian the past 4 years. I am looking for a family who would be ok with my 5-month-old son coming with me. I have experience watching multiple kids at once and I have a stepdaughter who is with us half the time, so I am used to caring after more than one...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids had a great day with Nicole."
Robert M.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hailey and I'm 29 years old currently a SAHM with 3 young boys. I have years of experience with children! I cared for my aunts 3 young boys for several years and have had two full time nanny jobs. I also did volunteer work at a Resource Center in downtown Des Moines that I have been passionate about I have experience...
Hailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is very friendly and likable. "
Laura D.
I've been providing in home care for children for 30 years and find it incredibly rewarding. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love making a positive impact on the lives of the little ones I care for. I'm passionate about supporting families by providing reliable childcare and peace of mind. I work closely with parents to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Thimisorialys R.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Reliable and caring provider with experience in child care, housekeeping, and pet care. I'm dedicated to creating a safe, clean, and nurturing environment while ensuring your home and loved ones are well cared for.
I am a compassionate and dependable child care provider with experience in helping children learn and grow. In...
Thimisorialys can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I've always loved kids since I was little. I have a little boy of my own and love staying home with him. I thought this would be the perfect job.
Lisa C.
Des Moines, IA
$13-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20+years experience, mother of 5 and grandma to 7. I've run my own in home daycare, I currently run my own cleaning business and work as a Special Ed Associate for Urbandale Community School District. I'm a loving, caring person and enjoy being around kids!
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Katelynn P.
Des Moines, IA
$20-29/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello there!
My name is Katelynn and I am currently looking for a family to nanny for. I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 2021 with a degree in social work. I was able to support myself in college by working full time for 2. 5 years at Blessed Beginnings Preschool and Learning Center. There, I spent most of my...
Katelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Anna N.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
As a caregiver with eight years of experience in both homes, schools and camps, I am passionate about fostering children's emotional and educational development. My prior nannying roles and personal drive to give kids a network of support have inspired me to pursue childcare throughout my life. Patience and creativity guide my...
Anna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Hello I'm Madelyn A ! I would be happy to help with many needs including care for children, animals and homes! I have worked with children for many years, whether it's watching family or friends children, after school programs and nannying. I have had many responsibilities including creating fun crafts for children, preparing...
Madelyn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Tricia K.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
Married with 3 kids at home
Ages 11, 9 and 5. Willing to help out with childcare and tutoring. I have a reading endorsement with elementary education teaching degree.
Tricia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
From the time I was born, my mother was a registered child care provider and continued a business out of our home for 12 years so I grew up in that environment all my life. Shortly after my mother stopped her business, my sister became a registered child care provider and now runs a successful business out of her home. I have...
Jumacia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
I have over 25 years of experience working with a variety of age groups in the medical field. I also have provided childcare . I enjoy caring for others who are young or older.
I have obtained certification for Basic Life Support and completed the 12 essentials child care preservice online series. I'm a hardworking...
Shelley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Jayne M.
Des Moines, IA
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jayne! I'm am a local photographer of families and art. Most of all I'm a huge lover of kids! Up until a year ago I was a nanny for two AMAZING children. Sadly for me it was time for them to start school/daycare so I'm no longer able to nanny them. Now I've decided to go back to what I love and look for a new amazing...
Jayne can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Heather R.
Des Moines, IA
$15-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Heather. I have worked as a nanny and babysitter for many years, since I was in middle/high school. I have worked a social worker for 15 years. I miss working with children in the home. I have been a night nanny for a newborn and newborn twins, as well. I enjoy children newborn to age 12 or so. I have experience with...
Heather can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katie C.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr
I have a younger sister that I have helped raise all my life. I have counseled for a week, four summers in a row, at a summer camp for kids. I also spent a summer a two years ago be a counselor for a group of children ages 6-10. For the past two years I have been a Certified nursing assistant at a nursing home, although this is...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a PRN physical therapist and stay at home mom to a sweet 1-year-old boy. I love motherhood and would love to help care for your children. Being a PT, I have learned different ways to target gross motor development and productive play. Let me know if you have any questions!
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Taylor! I worked in a daycare for about 5 years, bouncing back and forth between infant and 1-year-old classrooms. I have nannied for a new families and sit for many families I've met through the years. Before working with children I worked in a group home with people who have special needs. I am very kind, patient, and...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello, I've been working with children since I started babysitting at 13. I am enjoying staying home full-time with my 3-year-old son. I'm open to begin nannying again with my son in-tow. I love working with families who just need a little help a few days a week, as it can be difficult juggling parenthood with everything else....
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Des Moines, IA
Rachel B.
5.0
Ms. Rachel has made herself available for our family more than once. Our child is always fed, happy and clean when we pick her up from Ms. Rachel's care. Ms. Rachel gives her best to our child and family. She's a wonderful child caregiver.
- Lanyeshia H.
Amber M.
5.0
Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Nicole K.
5.0
My kids had a great day with Nicole.
- Robert M.
Hailey J.
5.0
Hailey is very friendly and likable.
- Laura D.
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Des Moines, IA
How do I find in-home child care near me in Des Moines, IA?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Des Moines, IA. There are 31 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 Des Moines, 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 December, 2024, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $15.19 for in-home child care providers near you in Des Moines, IA.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Des Moines, IA?
You can compare 31 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 Des Moines, IA in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
In Home Child Care in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 31 listed in home child care.