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Infant babysitters in Collins, IA

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Deb K.


Collins, IA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Parent Of 3 With 23 Years Experience.

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Hello! I'm a mother of 3 adult children and grandmother of 1. I own my own small business, so I prefer jobs with flexible hours. I home schooled my own children in grades K-3 and enjoy playing with children that includes creative play, reading and art. I have a firm but laid back style of caregiving and like to have fun. My...
Deb can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Reagan N.


Mingo, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

I have always had a passion for caring for children. I have been babysitting ever since I was 10 years old. I am currently in grad school. I was a nanny for a family of three children for two summers in a row and enjoyed every minute of it. I watched a 7-year-old, 13-year-old and a 15-year-old. I have my own car and am able to...
Reagan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Taylor M.


Colo, IA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Taylor! I come from a large family, having 6 siblings of my own! I have experience caring for my siblings, as well as other families with multiple children. I'm 21 and have a double major in equine science and equine management. I love kids as well as animals, and have my own vehicle. I am available to start at...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jodie M.


Bondurant, IA

$13-16/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Bilingual English/French Nanny/babysitter Available

5.0

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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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jodie was great with my two kids and the kids really enjoyed her. Would hire again!"

Lindsay H.

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Makayla C.


Ames, IA

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter And Optional Tutor

I am a freshman at University and I'm looking for a babysitting job around me or Moline, IL when I head home. I have watched my little brother and sister from their early baby stages to their current age of elementary school student, while additionally taking care of my mom's coworkers children. I regularly practice...
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Makayla is kind and responsible. She follows through with plans and is a trustful person. Would strongly recommend!"

Priscila C.

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Tasha W.


Ames, IA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who Loves The Outdoors

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Tasha and I have 8 years of experience. I have a BS degree in civil engineering and am currently pursuing my MS degree in civil engineering. I began nannying and always had a passion for it. I also enjoy cleaning and organizing so I usually offer that service alongside my childcare service. The rates I have listed are...
Tasha can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tasha is very nice! she was patient with my son and kept him active. She helped me with feeding, diaper changes, playing, and putting the baby to sleep while I was working from home. She was very punctual, friendly, and respectful. I would recommend her and hire...

Melissa V.

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Kirsten M.


Ames, IA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Dependable Sitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 22-year-old college student who is looking for a job I'll love. I took last year off of school to be a full time nanny to two young boys 2 and 4 years old. I have always loved working with children since as long as I can remember. My mother had an at home daycare where I helped out, I also have had lots of babysitting jobs...
Kirsten can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and...

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Ana V.


Ames, IA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Ana! I am a senior at Iowa State looking for a part-time nannying job! I have over 6 years of experience in childcare from babysitting/nannying and working at a daycare here in Ames. I have experience working with children of all ages, infant-elementary! I love working with kids and I approach every child as an...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ana has been a wonderful sitter for our toddler who loved her right out of the gate. She's kind and fun and our kid always asks about her the next day."

Kathryn H.

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & 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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Rachel G.


Elkhart, IA

$15-18/hr20 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I also can help prepare some meals and run the children to activities if necessary. Also, I enjoy spending time with the children through play indoors or outdoors. I have taught preschool ages 2-5 and enjoy teaching the children some new things. I...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel was amazing with Oliver!! She took great care of our 11 month old with lots of playtime and his bedtime routine :) our dog also loved her! Will be reaching out again in the future, thank you so much Rachel!"

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Rachelle L.


Ames, IA

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Rachelle and I am 39 years old. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have been getting paid for babysitting for 12 years but have been babysitting for a long time before that. I substituted at a child care learning center. I usually worked with kids or so...
Rachelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachelle has been great with my very busy 3 year old. She's caring, attentive, punctual, dependable and trustworthy! Takes great care of my daughter so I don't have to worry while at work. Would definitely recommend Rachelle!"

Ashley L.

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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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & 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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Mallory F.


Ankeny, IA

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Or Tutor

Hi! I am 27 years old and looking for a side job. I have an associates degree in accounting, and am currently going back to school 3 days a week to be a nail technician! I have a baby who will be 1 in April! I have seven years of experience as a personal assistant with daily tasks ranging from scheduling appts, running errands,...
Mallory can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alana C.


Ankeny, IA

$12-50/hr3 yrs exp

Bio

I am a sophomore computer science student at Iowa State University looking for night/weekend jobs and possibly a summer job! I work at a Learning Center as an Assistant Infant Teacher and I am most experienced with babies an toddlers, though I have cared for a variety of ages.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Eleanor S.


Ankeny, IA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Currently I Am A Mother's Helper To 3 Year Old Triplets And A Baby. I'm Looking For A Second Job.

I'd describe my personality as fun, reliable, helpful. I like working with kids because they can be very sweet, and remind me of the innocence and love from a child. I'm looking for a job that includes mother's helper and/or babysitter. I started working with kids when I was 19 in May of 2023. In my spare time, I like to...
Eleanor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Ally T.


Ames, IA

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a caring, fun-loving individual with a passion for nurturing the well-being and development of children. My journey into childcare began when I discovered my natural ability to connect with kids during my previous babysitting roles. This positive experience sparked my desire to support families by providing reliable...
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Kaitlyn N.


Ankeny, IA

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kaitlyn! I'm 23 years old, and I have been watching kids for years! I have 9 years of experience with watching kids from ages 3m-12 years. I am willing to travel some, along with helping cook and clean some too. I have always been very passionate about being a nanny, and have 3 years under my belt of strictly that. I can...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Savana B.


Ankeny, IA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hi, I'm Savana! I'm currently in the nursing program at DMACC and will start my third year in the fall, with a year and a half left to go! I have 8 nieces and nephews and have been an aunt since I was 9! I've babysat all of them since they were babies. I've also babysat 3 of them full time over the last five summers, kids ranged...
Savana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Hallie V.


Ankeny, IA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny For Toddlers/Infants

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm looking to find a part time, very flexible nanny job. I will be starting Dental Hygiene school in August 2024, and need something that is flexible with my class schedule. I've cared for a lot of families from Care. com and would love to add your littles to my circle:)
Hallie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"

Kaitlin G.

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Kierstin C.


Ames, IA

$12-50/hr5 yrs exp

I Am A Fun Sitter And Have A Strong Love For Children!

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Housekeeping. I have a lot of experience with babysitting/nannying. I have been in elementary classrooms for 5 years. I am CPR certified and good at knowing what to do in emergency situations! If you have any questions let me know.:)
Kierstin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Collins, IA

Jodie M.

5.0

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

- Lindsay H.

Makayla C.

5.0

Makayla is a very genuine, fun-loving and caring person! She is very responsible and great with kids, and just a joy to be around! She is motivated and strives to do her best at everything she does and has a wonderful sense of humor to keep things lighthearted and fun!

- Amanda B.

Tasha W.

5.0

Tasha is very nice! she was patient with my son and kept him active. She helped me with feeding, diaper changes, playing, and putting the baby to sleep while I was working from home. She was very punctual, friendly, and respectful. I would recommend her and hire her again. Thank you!

- Melissa V.

Kirsten M.

5.0

Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and pool, so it was a fun and varied...

- Care member

Ana V.

5.0

Ana has been a wonderful sitter for our toddler who loved her right out of the gate. She's kind and fun and our kid always asks about her the next day.

- Kathryn H.

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