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60 infant babysitters are listed in Johnston,Ā IA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years

Infant babysitters in Johnston, IA

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Jennifer M.


Johnston, IA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurse. Mom. CPR Certified

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Pediatric RN, BSN. CPR certified. Momma. Dog mom Hi. My name is Jen. I have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from GrandView. I am a former pediatric RN (my license is current.) I am currently taking a break from nursing. I would love to help out a mom, dad, family care for their newborn/infant. I am very nurturing and...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alexa C.


Johnston, IA

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Children Loving Sitter!

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Alexa and I currently work as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. I am Adult and Child CPR/First Aid Certified. I have had a lot of childcare work through church programs, family/friend babysitting, and a couple part time summer nanny jobs. The age I have the most experience in are newborns through to...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!"

chase A.

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Lore K.


Johnston, IA

$25-50/hr • 12 yrs exp

I'm an experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over 12 years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor, combined with my...
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Antonaje R.


Johnston, IA

$18-24/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced Sitter

3.7

(3)

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel as I have a vehicle. I was a preschool teacher back when I lived in Florida. I have great references and I'm vaccinated.
Antonaje can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"My kids absolutely loved her! She was fantastic. I could always count on her, even on the days that she was off. I would definitely hire her again. She's amazing with kids. My girls were always happy with her. She made sure everything was complete by the time I got...

Zia T.

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Rose K.


Johnston, IA

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter/household Manager

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rose and I'm a Preschool Teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I moved to the Des Moines area from Montana in January of last year. I'm working on rebuilding my collection of families to babysit for! I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and a...
Rose can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children."

Ramah H.

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Lauren L.


Johnston, IA

$38/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full/Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I moved to Des Moines in 2022 from Minnesota. I am looking for recurring date nights and weekend babysitting jobs! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)"

Stephanie R.

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Kimberlee K.


Johnston, IA

$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

I'm passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a secure, stimulating environment for children to thrive. With two years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the privilege of supporting families and being a part of their children's growth journeys. My approach to childcare blends creativity and imagination...
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Haley B.


Johnston, IA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello everyone! I am Haley and I have years of babysitting experience. I am a registered nurse currently in Davenport, IA just looking for some occasional side babysitting jobs! I work part time at the hospital every Wednesday and every other weekend. I have been a nurse for 2 years- in pediatrics and currently working on an...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cora O.


Johnston, IA

$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

As a nurturing, patient, and creative childcare provider with multiple years of babysitting experience, my passion for caring for children stems from my desire to have my own family one day! I strive to provide a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children of all ages. My friendly and approachable nature helps me...
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Anna B.


Johnston, IA

$14-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi parents! My name is Anna B. and I am a sophomore at Iowa State University majoring in elementary education. I am looking for a nanny position during the school year that would work with my classes as well. I've had multiple years of babysitting experience and have been a nanny for the last three years. I currently work in...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Kiley M.


Johnston, IA

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

As a Student Nurse Technician / Junior Nursing Student with many years of experience with babysitting/childcare, I'm passionate about caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. My friendly and patient nature helps me connect with kids and build trusting relationships. I'm comfortable caring for children of...
Kiley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Rachel C.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started...

Joe W.

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Addie Y.


West Des Moines, IA

$20-29/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Kid-loving Sitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Addie, I am 22 years old and live in West Des Moines. I am looking for a full-time (40+hrs), long term nanny job. I have been in childcare for over 3 years professionally. I primarily work with infants and toddlers, but have experience with all ages. I also have daycare experience, with one title being assistant...
Addie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Addie is an excellent caregiver. She has babysat our 20 month son twice with absolutely wonderful skill and care. I fully trust her and am excited for her to babysit him again."

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Bailey D.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr • 6 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Madeline H.


Des Moines, IA

$13-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Elementary Teacher Looking For Babysitting Gigs:)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Madeline and I am looking for occasional babysitting gigs on week nights / weekends! I'm a University of Iowa grad and am currently in my first year teaching 1st grade here in DSM!! I have years of experience nannying and working at daycares so I'm good with kiddos of all ages:) Let me know if you ever need a...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutoršŸ˜€ā™„ļø. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him, his confidence has improved tremendously and he's retaining information betteršŸ˜€ā™„ļø. I would definitely...

Alyssa D.

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Miah W.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr • 5 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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & 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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Hallie V.


Ankeny, IA

$10-15/hr • 7 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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Brenna H.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr • 4 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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Mary N.


Ankeny, IA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 6+ years of child care experience from Babysitting, being a Nanny and working in daycare centers. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn new things and just playing with them.
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We first met Mary when she worked at our daycare in Ankeny. She was sweet and kind and both my girls naturally are drawn to her. She is very dependable and has a good car. My girls especially enjoy having her babysit them because she is always going fun activities...

Lydia H.

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Madilyn T.


West Des Moines, IA

$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maddie I have 7+ years of experience working with kiddos of ALL ages. I just moved to West Des Moines at the beginning of May I have found a full time family, and I am looking for more here and there nanny/sitter opportunities. I love to get out with the kiddos that I am watching and do lots of fun activities...
Madilyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is the absolute best, and my kids LOVE her! She’s always doing fun things and getting them out and about. As a parent, there’s nothing better than knowing your kids are safe and well cared for when you can’t be with them. Would 10/10 recommend! "

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Johnston, IA

Alexa C.

5.0

Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!

- chase A.

Antonaje R.

5.0

My kids absolutely loved her! She was fantastic. I could always count on her, even on the days that she was off. I would definitely hire her again. She's amazing with kids. My girls were always happy with her. She made sure everything was complete by the time I got home. Kids were fed, cleaned and...

- Zia T.

Rose K.

5.0

She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children.

- Ramah H.

Lauren L.

5.0

Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)

- Stephanie R.

Rachel C.

5.0

Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started babysitting, the kids are much happier and...

- Joe W.

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Ratings for Johnston, IA infant babysitters listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Infant Babysitters in Johnston, IA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters.