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Infant babysitters in Pleasant Hill, IA

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Adrienne D.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Adrienne and I am a friendly and dedicated caregiver who has always loved working with children. I am currently a child life specialist at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center on the pediatric unit. I grew up taking care of many cousins and family friends through multiple babysitting jobs, including my niece,...
Adrienne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Laurel J.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Looking For Des Moines Area Summer Babysitting- 6+ Years Experience And Love For Working With Kids!

Hi! My name is Laurel and I have 6+ years of experience babysitting from ages 3 months up to 11 years. I am first aid & CPR certified and have my own reliable transportation. I work at an early education center and have cared for up to 12 kids on my own. I am a student at the University of Iowa College of Law. I truly enjoy...
Laurel can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jen H.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Family Nurse Practitioner

I have been a Family Nurse Practitioner since 2003 and I have extensive pediatric experiences, plus my own children.
Jen can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel C.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

5.0

(6)

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

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids loved Rachel, she was so nice and friendly!"

Karla P.

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

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Bailey D.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr6 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Payton B.


Des Moines, IA

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Payton, I have 4 years of experience in childcare. I've worked as an art teacher, swim instructor and coach, summer camp counselor, part-time babysitter, and special needs assistant. I currently attend school at Drake University, I am a part of Delta Gamma Sorority and Student Senate. I am Lifeguard certified, CPR and...
Payton can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Brenna H.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr4 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & 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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Autumn T.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

3.3

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! I'm Autumn, and I have over seven years of experience working with kids ranging from infants to middle school age. I graduated from Iowa State University in 2023 and have recently moved back to Iowa and am looking for something more part-time / as needed! I do have my own car, so transportation would not be a problem. I...
Autumn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Autumn is absolutely amazing! She is great with the kids. She actually plays with them and is NOT the type of sitter who just sits on her phone. She checks in with me, let's me know how things are going. She is even great at helping out last minute when needed....

Elizabeth G.

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Maren F.


Des Moines, IA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"

Katie C.

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

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jillayne was punctual and jumped right in from the start. Would love to have her again!"

Matt R.

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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, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"She was great. My children enjoyed there time with Karla. Would very much have her in our home again. She was very flexible to our needs and was on time. She had great communication. "

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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

First Aid

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Chelsie S.


Des Moines, IA

$12-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun But Professional Sitter :)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Chelsie and I'm 28 years old. I've raised my two youngest siblings and have babysat for a family friend for 5 years. I love arts and crafts, music, and reading. I love pets, I have 3 kitties and 3 dogs. Please note: I have a full time M-F job so I can only commit to evening jobs...
Chelsie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She did great with our rambunctious but sweet 2 year old"

Gavin J.

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

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace has been watching my 16 month old twins,2-3 days a week, for a few months along with my 3 and 5 year old one day/week. She is very dependable, sweet, and easy going. My twins do have a tough time when I leave, but they always warm up within a few minutes of...

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Alyssa G.


Des Moines, IA

$13-18/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Alyssa and I'm looking for part-time opportunities. I live downtown and work a remote position, which has allowed my schedule to be a little more flexible. I use to work as a toddler teacher and have about 3+ years experience working in the childcare field along with many years of babysitting. I also have 9 nieces...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa is dependable and has experience running a daycare. I would highly recommend!"

Allison K.

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Rutendo M.


Des Moines, IA

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Rutendo - Fun, Caring And Down To Earth Sitter

I have 3 years of experience baby sitting. I have baby sat newborns to 12 years old children. I enjoy cooking for the kiddos, coming up with indoor activities and reading books or singing for kiddos during nap-time or bedtime. I also can help with travel and carpooling from school. I am confident, fun and exciting. I am also a...
Rutendo can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Claudia L.


Des Moines, IA

$11-16/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Baby Sitter And Assistant Teacher Looking For A Part Time And Flexible Job!

I use to work for a company as an assistant teacher and also a lead teacher ever so often. I was grateful to have been able to work with ages ranging from month old infants to 12-year-old children, a day working there consisted of a lot of adaptability and flexibility through the ages. However, the preschool range was where I...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Pleasant Hill, IA

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.

Bailey D.

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.

Brenna H.

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 hour of TV per day. Brenna loves...

- Kylie F.

Autumn T.

5.0

Autumn is absolutely amazing! She is great with the kids. She actually plays with them and is NOT the type of sitter who just sits on her phone. She checks in with me, let's me know how things are going. She is even great at helping out last minute when needed. Autumn is definitely now my go-to...

- Elizabeth G.

Maren F.

5.0

Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again

- Katie C.

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