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Find infant babysitters in Altoona, IA that you’ll love

60 infant babysitters are listed in Altoona, IA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 7 years

Infant babysitters in Altoona, IA

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Mikayla G.


Altoona, IA

$12-50/hr8 yrs exp

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As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my calling to positively impact young lives. I thrive in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play,...
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Veyann C.


Altoona, IA

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

I've always had a passion for caring for children and helping families. With over a decade of experience in baby-sitting roles, I've had the pleasure of working with a variety of age groups, from infants to preteens. My patience and calm demeanor put children at ease, and my creative and imaginative nature allows me to create a...
Veyann can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Karla J.


Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

At-Home Mom With Years Of Childcare Experience

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My family and I moved to the Des Moines area about 2 years ago for my husband's job. I'm a stay-at-home mom to my amazing 3-year-old son. I love to join him in imaginative play, take frequent trips to the library and playground, and offer him many creative outlets. Prior to becoming a mom, I cared for kids ranging from newborn...
Karla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Karla has been a great sitter for our family! Shes super accountable, good with communicating, and has such a gentle loving heart. Our son has a lot of fun with her! Our family is super grateful for her as our sitter!"

Eletta F.

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Liz Y.


Altoona, IA

$14/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a babysitter of many ages, daycare teacher, arcade prize girl, camp counselor, and mommy to a wild 2-year-old. My experiences range from infant to middle school, and one kiddo to a class of 12! I'm looking for a career, but also a family to share a bond and many adventures with. Some Things I Love: -Plants and...
Liz can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Haley B.


Altoona, IA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

Hi! My name is Haley and I have been working with children for almost 10 years now and there is nothing better. I have gained most of my experience working with children within the school systems and caring for my nieces a d nephews. I also am a new mother myself and I am currently a stay at home mommy. I have my bachelors...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cynthia B.


Altoona, IA

$19/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Trustworthy Sitter

Hello, my name is Cynthia and I have 5+ years of experience. I love working with kids of all ages and enjoy doing activities and love being on the go and outside! I currently work full time as a teachers associate. It is my 2nd year in that position this March. Before, I worked at a daycare/preschool for 4 years. Previous to the...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kaitlin M.


Altoona, IA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Weekends

I have my AS Degree in Childcare. I worked at two daycare centers. I have been a nanny for at six families. I grew up with my aunt having a daycare at her house, so I helped take care of the children. I worked at a camp as a counselor. I worked at a camp for kids who have cancer and their siblings. I have two nieces whom I used...
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Alberta S.


Altoona, IA

$17-28/hr4 yrs exp

I Am A Fun-loving And Engaging Person Who Loves Helping Seniors Maintain Their Independence

I'm a licensed CNA in Minnesota, Iowa and Colorado. I'm also a licensed Med Aide in Colorado. I've been a CNA for over 4 years and a med aide for over 1; I travel all over the state and work at different facilities and homes; I enjoy helping all seniors with any rehabilitation, LTC and Behavioral issues
Alberta can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Hunter P.


Altoona, IA

$15-50/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 23 years old, I have 13 siblings 8 of them are younger. Since I was 6 years old I've been helping my parents out with my younger siblings. I've babysat and Nannie'd for many families in my area over the years. I graduated from South Tama in 2018. I worked in Toledo for about a year before I moved. I absolutely love being...
Hunter can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Taylor M.


Altoona, IA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I am a college student here for the summer looking for a part-time job. I have just moved here from California and would love to meet new people. I have babysat my 8 neices and nephews since they were born and went so far as to make them food and whatever else was needed of me. I am 19 years old and currently enrolled in...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
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Sarah F.


Altoona, IA

$15-23/hr4 yrs exp

Hi my name is Sarah . I was an early education teacher for 8 years at a childcare center . I have my child development associates degree and am half way through my associates degree. I am CPR and first aid certified . As well as a mandatory child abuse reporter . I love kids and thought maybe nannying would be a welcome change...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Bailey D.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Bailey, I'm 24 and I'm a Junior at Grand View University studying psychology and public health! I have a sweet little cat, and I paint, do puzzles, sew, and read in my spare time. I have experience that varies from baby sitting after high school for two years to tutoring in an elementary school,...
Bailey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a positive environment. My 8 year old looks forward to her visits and so does mom!"

Krystal M.

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Jenifer M.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Jenifer. I love singing, arts & crafts, and outdoor activities. I'm 42, with 2 dogs, and 1 cat, so animals are no problem. I've been babysitting since I was 12, first my brother's, then nieces, and friends children. My schedule is open and flexible. I'm certified in child and infant CPR and basic first aid....
Jenifer can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is very reliable, kids took to her instantly, she did an amazing job! Would definitely let her watch my 3 kids anytime!!! "

Karen Y.

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Chelsie S.


Des Moines, IA

$12-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun But Professional Sitter :)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Chelsie and I'm 28 years old. I've raised my two youngest siblings and have babysat for a family friend for 5 years. I love arts and crafts, music, and reading. I love pets, I have 3 kitties and 3 dogs. Please note: I have a full time M-F job so I can only commit to evening jobs...
Chelsie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She did great with our rambunctious but sweet 2 year old"

Gavin J.

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Jodie M.


Bondurant, IA

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Bilingual English/French Nanny/babysitter Available

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jodie. I am a mature, responsible, and reliable professional child care provider. I have been a nanny for the last 10 years. Before being a nanny, I worked at a French bilingual daycare for three years. I worked with infants, toddlers, and per-preschoolers. I have been a nanny for several families, mostly for...
Jodie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jodie has taken care of our twin girls since 3 months. She had been so great, caring and responsible with them. We feel very fortunate to have found Jodie as our nanny."

Brooke M.

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Brenna H.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Brenna and I am 22 years old! My hobbies include hiking, reading books, hanging out with my boyfriend and just being outdoors! I would say I'm a risk taker! I have an extroverted and bubbly personality and if you ask anyone I never grew out of my inner child! I love to have fun and enjoy life. I have been...
Brenna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Brenna was our full-time summer nanny in 2022. Our kids are 7 and 9. She showed up everyday and gave us advance notice of the one time she needed to take off for a family event. Everyday she took the kids somewhere and did something. They never watched more than 1...

Kylie F.

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Miah W.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

child care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

If you need a date night or weekend sitter I would love to help out! I've been a nanny for 3 years now and babysat all through high school as well, I have worked with as young as 2 months old! Working with children is a passion of mine and would love to help out as much as I can!
Miah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are away. Felt completely comfortable having our children in her care."

Alison D.

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Courtney E.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood

I'm a high school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience. I've...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is punctual, kind, trustworthy, attentive and great with children and has eased my anxiety in hiring a new...

Nikole T.

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Taryn H.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Why You Should Consider Me As A Caretaker For Your Child!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Taryn! Here's a bit about me:) I'm 20 years old, and hoping to continue my education in business at dmacc, I've been around kids and helping take care of them since before I could remember, and as the oldest sister of 6, babysitting here and there, helping my mom with her childcare business at home and being a nanny for...
Taryn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Taryn is so caring and friendly to our 5 and 3 year old. She's very artistic and creative as well so she is always coming up with fun activities for my girls. They love when I tell them Taryn is coming over which is very reassuring as a parent. She's very...

Jessica M.

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Rhini A.


Ankeny, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I live in Ankeny and work full-time at Blank Children's Hospital as a Child Life Specialist. Looking for evening/ weekend babysitting hours. I taught elementary special education for 5 years prior to working in the hospital setting. If you're looking for occasional hours or need a date night every now and then message me.
Rhini can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave. She knows how to engage and have fun with our 5 year old. She's patient and loving and kind. Rhini felt like...

Sarah S.

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Altoona, IA

Karla J.

5.0

Karla has been a great sitter for our family! Shes super accountable, good with communicating, and has such a gentle loving heart. Our son has a lot of fun with her! Our family is super grateful for her as our sitter!

- Eletta F.

Bailey D.

5.0

Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a positive environment. My 8 year old looks forward to her visits and so does mom!

- Krystal M.

Jenifer M.

5.0

She is very reliable, kids took to her instantly, she did an amazing job! Would definitely let her watch my 3 kids anytime!!!

- Karen Y.

Chelsie S.

5.0

Chelsie did a great job with our three little kids! she arrived early and communicated her needs and jumped right in with the kids. They loved her and it made leaving the house smooth and easy!

- Emily J.

Jodie M.

5.0

Jodie was great with my two kids and the kids really enjoyed her. Would hire again!

- Lindsay H.

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Infant Babysitters in Altoona, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters.