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Infant babysitters in Mechanicsville, IA

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Serena M.


Mechanicsville, IA

$14-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun, Hands On Babysitter!!!

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I started working with kids when I was 14. I started babysitting my sister, shortly after I expanded amd started babysitting kids in the neighborhood. That's when I developed my love for babysitting and playing with children. In my spare time, I like to paint and go hiking. I love to get outside as much as possible. I also love...
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Paige G.


Lisbon, IA

$8-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Just a few things about me, I am creative, organized, and responsible. I have been babysitting for around 14 years, more if you count my own siblings. I have been a nanny for four families. One of which had twins and a newborn. I feel very comfortable watching all ages. I am currently nannying my niece and nephew. I am...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Ellieza B.


Mount Vernon, IA

$18-31/hr • 5 yrs exp

Post Grad Looking For Supplemental Nanny Position

I recently graduated college with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre. I enjoy arts and crafts and playing outside. I am mostly looking for a job to supplement my income. I work two other jobs as a receptionist and host at a restaurant but neither are very frequent. I have experience with kids of all ages. Reach out if...
Ellieza can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Martha K.


Iowa City, IA

$25-30/hr • 20 yrs exp

Nanny With Infant & Twins Experience Looking for Full-Time Job

4.5

(3)

I started babysitting when I was 13 yrs. old. I have been a nanny for 11 years. I love kids & have lots of experience taking care of infants, twins, & older children. I worked for a school district for 5 yrs., as a teachers aide, in various classrooms, including a special needs class. I raised 2 daughters of my own, including...
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have been a nanny for more than 20 years. I have known Martha for 10+ of those years. She is a caring, reliable and experienced nanny. The family who is fortunate enough to hire Martha will find her to be a blessing to their family."

April A.

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Jessica S.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider/Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working in a child development center for several years. I worked with all ages from infant to school age. My mother and I also ran a daycare from our home for several years and so I gained a lot of experience this way as well. Along with this, I have an associate's degree in childhood education. I am First Aid...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jessica is very friendly and kind hearted! My son absolutely adored her and they had so much fun he was fast asleep when I got home. I highly suggest Jessica to anyone needing a babysitter!"

Mikayla S.

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Jayden M.


Iowa City, IA

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as patient, kind, organized, and honest. I've always loved kids/babies and want to be a great mom one day! I started working with kids when I was 12. I babysat for my mom's friends, and it just stuck with me. I worked at a daycare from 17-18. Now I'm 19, nannying for an amazing family....
Jayden can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Jayden! Jayden was our full time nanny for 6 months (2 kids: 3 year old and <1 year old). She was very responsible and reliable, patient, kind, and our kids LOVED her. She was always looking for activities to do with the kids to keep them...

Giselle S.

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Delanie M.


Marion, IA

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For All Ages

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Registered Nurse and have 3 years experience on a pediatric intensive care unit! Kids are so fun to watch for so many reasons! I love watching their minds work and the creativity they come up with! I love to be outside, doing crafts, reading, and learning new things!
Delanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Delanie is wonderful! Responsible, reliable, and comes with lots of experience. "

Kirsten A.

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Madaleen N.


Marion, IA

$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available In The Corridor!

I love working with kiddos! I have been babysitting since I was about 13 and have experience working with children aged newborn through 12 years. I have taken elementary education and psychology courses, and am CPR/AED/First Aid certified. As a former elementary education major, have learned lots of fun and safe ways to engage...
Madaleen can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maddy is kind, patient and trustworthy. When your kid instantly feels comfortable with the babysitter then you know she's good. We have hired Maddy to watch our kids, cat and house. My oldest has separation anxiety so I can only leave him with familiar people who...

Rachel P.

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Annie J.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm a very patient person, very understanding and very reliable. Taking care of people with disabilities, children and elderly people is the one job that does not feel like a job to me because I love doing it. I encourage the little ones to be honest in every situation, to self care and self love. I truly believe that...
Annie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Annie likes children, and she's excellent at their education, also she knows that children listen, etc I will highly recommend this person to take care of any child."

Eugenie B.

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Ella P.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

I Am Currently A Senior. I Enjoy Cooking, Singing, Staying Active, And Being Outdoors.

I am a sophomore at the University of Iowa, currently studying social work and psychology! I am 19, have been babysitting since I was 13 and have been working full-time the past 2 years. I love music, dancing, sports, animals, staying active, hanging out with friends, and being outdoors. I assist with childcare, housekeeping,...
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature."

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Morgan S.


West Branch, IA

$13-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*Ever since I can remember, I have been around other kids at my mom's in-home daycare. I have been a nanny to several different families since high school of all different ages and many from Care. com. I would love a child/family I could take places occasionally. I love all animals, have a vehicle, and infants are my favorite to...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Morgan is wonderful! She cared for our daughter from ages 6 weeks until she was 15 months, occasionally with our 3 year old. From the start it was clear that she really is great with kids, they both loved her instantly! She helped with our dogs and cat as well. She...

Kate F.

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Hannah B.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Evening/Weekend/Overnight

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Hannah, I worked as a registered dental hygienist during the week. I have 8 years experience with child care, I worked in a daycare center throughout high school and a couple years of college. During college I also spent a few years as a nanny. I nannied for two families overnight - I would come over, feed them...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Hannah has been very flexible and dependable. My schedule was unexpectedly changed requiring her to be at my home at 3:30am instead of 5:30am and she still agreed to care for my daughter. My daughter loves her and said "she's the best." Definitely happy with our...

Jennifer H.

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Makaila J J.


Iowa City, IA

$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I currently attend the University of Iowa and I am in my junior year. I work at Cadence Academy Preschool in downtown Iowa City and have worked here for over a year. Previously, I have worked at a couple other daycares and I have been a summer nanny the past two summers for different families. Right now, I am looking for...
Makaila J can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Very accommodating, punctual, and professional. "

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Shannon F.


Marion, IA

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 girls ages 15, 7 and 3 and the oldest of 6 kids. I started watching my younger brother at 10, then cousins and finally getting paid jobs around 14. I went on to be an au-pair in Denmark, then a nanny. I've also worked in an after school program for kids. Then I had my own. I have experience working with neuro...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Shannon was great! This was my first time leaving my 3 year old son with a stranger, so I was nervous. A did great with her. It made me feel better that she has experience with Autistic children."

Melissa T.

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Cali K.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience. I have tons of prior experience babysitting and working with kids of all ages! I also am currently in college with my major in elementary education as well as an endorsement in reading and possibly one in special education! I love working with kids and find myself to be a fun babysitter. I have 2...
Cali can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Cali came with great references and delivered on them. She is friendly, easy to talk to and engaging with my 4 yr old. I plan to hire her again."

Jenny M.

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Madelyn V.


Iowa City, IA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny!!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have studied Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education for the past three years at UNI. I recently decided to take a break from my schooling and move to Iowa City in August 2024. I would love to find a nannying position that offers a consistent weekly schedule. I have a reliable car and flexible...
Madelyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Madelyn has been an absolute blessing! She's not only incredibly patient, kind, and attentive, but she's also extremely flexible and willing to work with our hours and sudden changes. My baby absolutely adored her, and she made us feel at ease right away. We feel...

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Kassidy M.


Iowa City, IA

$15-29/hr • 2 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Responsible Sitter :)

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi :), my name is Kassidy I am 19 years old and I have experience with all ages of children. I have worked at a daycare for 1 year and I loved waking up everyday knowing that I'm going to put smiles on their faces which truly makes my day 100x better. I am a reliable, trustworthy, and creative gal who loves helping children...
Kassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"For us, dependability is very high on our list, and Kassidy was on time each and every time. She even gave us a two week notice for being gone for two days. Good with art and keeping our child busy."

Randy W.

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Miranda W.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$10-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Miranda. I am available most evenings to provide pet care, childcare, housekeeping, running errands, and more. Please feel free to contact me with any questions!
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ms Miranda..it’s very difficult to express my gratitude & feelings regarding Miranda. She has and continues to be a vital asset to my family. She has the qualities of an amazing, outstanding, and excellent human being. Miranda is intuitive enough to understand what...

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Paige B.


Marion, IA

$18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a recent graduate at University of Iowa. I studied Environmental Planning and Bio-science. I am looking for a full time position M-F, and could pick up occasional other jobs. During summer of 2019 I was a naturalist intern at Indian Creek Nature Center. My job was to help teach and care for a large group of kids at...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Paige is very quiet, but is really great at working with kids. My son, in particular, has moderate to severe intellectual disability, is non-verbal and is not toilet trained (he is developmentally a 14 year old, 100 pound toddler). Paige jumped right in to work...

Carrie B.

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Ellen R.


Iowa City, IA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible, Caring Babysitter Who Loves Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Ellen & I have 41 years of experience- I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. I love to actively play, be creative with arts & craft projects, go for walks, read books, explore & help them learn new things, & be a source of comfort & love. I'm happy to do meal time, bath time & bedtime & can help with light...
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"I have trusted Ellen with my boys on several occasions, and will continue to do so with confidence. Ellen has taken the time to know each of my sons as individuals, finding ways to engage them, and having a nice time together. For example, Ellen and my eldest might...

Ryan O.

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Mechanicsville, IA

Martha K.

5.0

I have been a nanny for more than 20 years. I have known Martha for 10+ of those years. She is a caring, reliable and experienced nanny. The family who is fortunate enough to hire Martha will find her to be a blessing to their family.

- April A.

Jessica S.

5.0

Jessica is very friendly and kind hearted! My son absolutely adored her and they had so much fun he was fast asleep when I got home. I highly suggest Jessica to anyone needing a babysitter!

- Mikayla S.

Jayden M.

5.0

I highly recommend Jayden! Jayden was our full time nanny for 6 months (2 kids: 3 year old and <1 year old). She was very responsible and reliable, patient, kind, and our kids LOVED her. She was always looking for activities to do with the kids to keep them engaged, and really became part of our...

- Giselle S.

Delanie M.

5.0

Delanie is wonderful! Responsible, reliable, and comes with lots of experience.

- Kirsten A.

Madaleen N.

5.0

Maddy is fabulous, fun, kind, trustworthy, and reliable. My kids and I all love her.

- Brianna F.

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