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Cadynce M.


Madrid, IA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Summer Nanny!

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I am a reliable, a patient person who has a passion for working with kids! I have been babysitting for 8 years, have worked at a daycare as well, and have experience with all age groups, often multiple children simultaneously. I have been a summer nanny in the past, and I have lead outings to the pool, park, library, etc. I can...
Cadynce can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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Paige C.


Polk City, IA

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience working in daycare settings and one year as a nanny. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have been babysitting for family and family friends for about 5 years I attend dmacc for early childhood education! Willing to work with all ages!
Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Paige C.


Polk City, IA

$19-50/hr4 yrs exp

I started working with kids when I was young I would babysit my cousins and nieces when I was 16 I began working in a daycare and have worked in child care ever since
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alissia A.


Clive, IA

$17-23/hr2 yrs exp

Outgoing Sitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Alissia, a caring and dependable babysitter with a genuine love for babies and young children. I'm passionate about creating a nurturing, fun, and safe environment where your little ones can thrive. I believe in building strong, lasting connections with families and helping out in any way I can. Whether it's keeping the...
Alissia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Alissa is very mature, and a wonderful person all around. I personally would recommend her for any job she might endeavor. She babysat for my grand son, and he really got attached to her. She was always on time and very reliable. She has cared for infants as well...

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Rachel C.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr10 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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My boys love Rachel! She is very patient and can handle my energetic boys. Would definitely recommend!!!"

Kate H.

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Akela S.


Boone, IA

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/ Baby Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Akela. I am currently Studying Choral Music Education at the University. I have worked with Children for 6 years now. I am currently the Choral Assistant for the Children's Choir at University and will continue in the fall. This summer I will have be working one week at a Music camp for grades 1-9. In the past...
Akela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Akela did a wonderful job of caring for our dogs. She quickly won the trust of our skittish Australian shepherd. "

Sandi T.

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Evalina G.


Ames, IA

$12-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a chemical engineering student at ISU with experience working with children from newborn to middle school age. I am living in-between Ames and Altoona this summer and am offering babysitting services. Experience: 1. Daycare intern (fully in German) (Kindertagesstätte Rasselbande): 2023 2. Fencing/chess/programming...
Evalina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Evalina is great, she is reliable and sweet, calm and comforting for our 5 year old and fun for our 10 year old. Thank you Evalina!"

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Savannah C.


Des Moines, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified Montessori 3-6 teacher (preschool and kindergarten). I have been teaching for 6 years at this age group. I have 11 years of experience ranging from infants to middle school age children. I also have experience in working with special needs children. I am looking for a semi regular job this summer. I am flexible...
Savannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Natalie C.


Ames, IA

$12-22/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I've cared for children since middle school because I love helping them grow. As a regular caregiver, I have and do - support infants' development, engage them, diaper them, and help them fall asleep, - ensure toddlers interact with their peers and build their routines, - encourage preschoolers' independence, and -...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natalie did a great job with our 4 yr old son! He took to her right away and had a blast. He even asked the next morning if she was still there."

Jessica C.

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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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & 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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Rose K.


Johnston, IA

$15-25/hr6 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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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Jillayne A.


Des Moines, IA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

School Psychologist With Extensive Care Experience- Occasional/ Summer Availability!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

*I only accept occasional evening or weekend jobs during the school year.* Hi! I'm Jillayne and I am a very experienced babysitter and nanny, including full-time for young twins, a year in Germany for three, and for many date nights. I am a School Psychologist in elementary schools. I have my Master's and Specialist degrees in...
Jillayne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jillayne was great! My husband and I were in Des Moines for a wedding and needed someone to watch our 2 month old. She responded right away, was punctual and great with our son. It was the first time we had left him with someone other than our parents and it...

Devoni B.

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, 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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Lauren L.


Johnston, IA

$38/hr10 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:

First Aid

CPR

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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Madeline P.


Ames, IA

$15-24/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable Teacher Seeking Summer Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Madeline and I am a very outgoing, patient, caring, and reliable individual. I am currently ending my senior year in college, and will be earning my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education this May. I plan on beginning my teaching career in the school year to come and am looking for a position to fill over the...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Madeline has cared for my children several times. She is such a pleasure to have around, and my kids absolutely adore her- as do we! We can always depend on her to help us out, and she goes above and beyond with the best attitude."

Alexandra H.

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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel was super communicative and helpful. "

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Riley Q.


Ankeny, IA

$19-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Riley, I'm 24 and I have been employed at a daycare in Ankeny since 2016. I have worked in the toddler room for 3 years with children aging 18 to 24 months - but I am comfortable with any age! I am also certified in CPR and first aid. I understand how difficult it is to leave your children with someone else - and...
Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Riley was so nice and just seemed to enjoy being with our daughter. She was on time, listened to what we told her, and in general did a great job! I was very comfortable leaving her with our baby."

Sarah C.

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Matracea W.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021. I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."

Ashraf Q.

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Grace T.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have been watching kids since I was 14 years old I try and make sure that they have a fun time during the duration of my stay and finish any other tasks that they have to do. I'm a life guard and swim instructor so water is not a problem for me....
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace is very friendly and trustworthy. Takes great care of our 4 month old 18 month old and 9 year old at the same time. Grace has watched our kids a few times now and she is very responsive and dependable. You can trust grace to take great care of your kids for...

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Madrid, IA

Alissia A.

5.0

I hired alissia today to watch my son. She was very punctual and communicated well. She sent pictures throughout the day and gave me updates which really gave me peace of mind. My son seemed to really enjoy her and loved the activities they did. She even loaded the dishwasher. Definitely would book...

- Brionna W.

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.

Akela S.

5.0

Akela did a wonderful job of caring for our dogs. She quickly won the trust of our skittish Australian shepherd.

- Sandi T.

Evalina G.

4.0

Evalina is great, she is reliable and sweet, calm and comforting for our 5 year old and fun for our 10 year old. Thank you Evalina!

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Natalie C.

5.0

Natalie did a great job with our 4 yr old son! He took to her right away and had a blast. He even asked the next morning if she was still there.

- Jessica C.

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