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Find in home child care in Des Moines, IA that you’ll love

32 in home child care are listed in Des Moines, IA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years

In home child care in Des Moines, IA

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Heather B.


Des Moines, IA

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am a retired nurse. and am looking to help with your home care needs. Light housekeeping, errands, senior companionship
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Beatrice S.


Des Moines, IA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hi,my Name Is Beatrice.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Beatrice and I'm currently seeking a full time nanny role. I have over 7 years of childcare experience working in a daycare center, full time nanny , in home daycare , babysitter and volunteer. I have a Bachelors of Science in Computer science , CPR certified, completed early childhood learning courses. I enjoy...
Beatrice can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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Kali P.


Des Moines, IA

$20-21/hr4 yrs exp

Outgoing Fun And Responsible Nanny

Hello I'm Kali! I'd love to hear more about this opportunity! I can help with many needs for you and your family, including light housekeeping and errands. I have 4 years of experience working with children, newborn to middle school! It's important to make sure your child is safe and cared for and I would love to be a part of...
Kali can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Taya H.


Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Smile Creator

I have experience in babysitting children with family and family friends back home. In high school, I worked primarily as a lifeguard in the summer and babysat throughout the school year. I am very familiar with CPR and First Aid, but my certification is not up to date. However, I am more than willing to change that. I attended...
Taya can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Landon W.


Des Moines, IA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Summer School Care From An Experienced Teacher

I am an experienced elementary and middle school teacher currently looking for work as in-home care provider during the summer months. I would love to work with children in their home and help them continue their education during the summer in a fun and entertaining manner. I love to utilize my creativity to get the kids I serve...
Landon can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Sidnee S.


Des Moines, IA

$21-30/hr6 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Certainly! Here's a more professional version: I am a 20-year-old student at DMACC, majoring in Human Services/Resources with the goal of becoming a children's therapist. I have six years of experience working with children, including three years in a daycare and two years as an in-home nanny. Currently, I am employed as a...
Sidnee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Xochil B.


Des Moines, IA

$16/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable Nanny

Hello all, my name is Xochil, I am 25 years old, and just moved to the Des Moines area a year ago! Growing up in the middle of a big family has made me a natural caregiver. My first job was a gymnastics coach and then I worked at Chuck E. Cheese for 5 years and worked up to an assistant manager. In the last couple years, I've...
Xochil can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
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Amanda C.


Des Moines, IA

$14/hr10 yrs exp

Engaging Caregiver Available!!

I'd describe my personality as friendly, attentive, and caring. I like working with kids because I live watching kids grow and learn new skills. I think it's vastly important that children have adults around them who truly care about their well-being and want the best for them. I'm looking for a job that gives me the...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lilyan C.


Des Moines, IA

$22/hr1 yrs exp

Outdoors Loving Sitter.

Hello! My name is Lily, I am currently working a full-time job but am looking to migrate over into childcare. I have experience both watching my 3 younger siblings as well as helping with an in-home daycare in Des Moines. I also have 2 years of experience as a lifeguard at Adventure Bay waterpark, so I am comfortable watching...
Lilyan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance

Catherine M.


Des Moines, IA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Catherine ( Katie)

Compact multi state licensed Registered Nurse with 36 years experience in " people" care, Moving back "home" to Pasco County Florida in February 2024. I'd describe my personality as a true caregiver personality , love to laugh & am honest & responsible. I like working with kids because I find reward seeing the world...

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Average Rating4.5 / 5

In Home Child Care in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 32 listed in home child care.