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Infant babysitters in Mingo, IA

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Reagan N.


Mingo, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jodie M.


Bondurant, IA

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Bilingual English/French Nanny/babysitter Available

5.0

(4)

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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I would recommend Jodie. She is flexible, punctual, and did really well with my 2 year old son!"

Halle R.

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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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Alyssa M.


Ankeny, IA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Date Nights!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a full time Early Childhood Therapist. My husband and I love to play board games, watch movies, and see plays. I would love to be your go-to date night sitter. I'm comfortable with all ages and a wide range of needs. I have watched up to 6 children alone, and am happy to support whatever routines you have in place. I can't...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alyssa is our go to! She is wonderful with our girls, punctual and helps with short notice whenever possible."

Raven K.

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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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Mary N.


Ankeny, IA

$10-15/hr10 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, 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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Taylor B.


Ankeny, IA

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Taylor and I would love to chat if you need childcare! I started my childcare experience at an in-home-daycare when I was 13 years old. I later worked in an after-school care program where I was responsible for a group of children (ages ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade). Before moving to Cedar Falls to...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our...

Alex R.

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Anna P.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"

Truman J.

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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 was great with my 10yo and 2yo. I would hire her again. The girls absolutely love her. I recommend her and trust her with my girls."

Tracy J.

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We cannot wait to have her sit again! We appreciated that she took the time and initiative to do some educational and fun activities with sidewalk chalk with our older toddler. Good communication. Macy is awesome!"

Sarah C.

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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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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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Karla J.


Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

At-Home Mom With Years Of Childcare Experience

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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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Alyson C.


Nevada, IA

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with six years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development, as evidenced by my previous babysitting roles. I understand the importance of supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option, which has motivated me throughout my career. My calm and patient demeanor,...
Alyson can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alyson is absolutely wonderful with kids! She always so willing to jump in and play with kids even when she is not babysitting for us. I have no concerns when Alyson is babysitting. My kids are always well cared for and have fun."

Taylor A.

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Erin M.


Ankeny, IA

$18-24/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Erin. I live in Ankeny, Iowa. I have a BA in Child Development from Rowan University. I have experience with children ranging from infancy to teenage including ones on the spectrum and other special needs. I do have my own car with a great driving record. I do not drink/smoke and am pet friendly.
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10 would recommend for anybody who needs an extra friendly face around the house to help with all needs!!"

Mikayla K.

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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, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is a really hard worker and dedicated to helping other."

Cassie W.

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Mingo, IA

Jodie M.

5.0

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

- Lindsay H.

Alyssa M.

5.0

Alyssa is our go to! She is wonderful with our girls, punctual and helps with short notice whenever possible.

- Raven K.

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel was super communicative and helpful.

- Care member

Mary N.

5.0

Mary is the sweetest and most attentive gal I know. She demonstrates the highest level of dedication and car when working with kids. I've watched her care for many families and daycare providers over the past couple years, and not only does it being her joy but the kids and families she interacts...

- Karoline S.

Taylor B.

5.0

Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our nanny forever! I really couldn't...

- Alex R.

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