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Infant babysitters in Polk City, IA
Paige C.
Polk City, IA
$19-50/hr • 4 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
Paige C.
Polk City, IA
$18-50/hr • 3 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
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, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Lauren to watch my 10-month-old daughter who has never really had a babysitter before. Lauren did great and was very sweet with her! We would definitely hire her again."
Erin H.
5.0
(4)
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was super communicative and helpful. "
Care member
Mary N.
Ankeny, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Karoline S.
5.0
(6)
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, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa was terrific with our daughter and 2 dogs. Always on time and flexible."
Jacob M.
Riley Q.
Ankeny, IA
$19-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would like to tell you a little bit about myself. As long as I can remember I dreamed of being a mom. I surrounded myself with children. I began to babysit full time over the summers when I was only 11 years old. Starting with two little girls named Mindy and Heather, who lived just down the street. I spent several evenings...
Milinda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mindy has been our family's nanny for 6.5 years now. She has taken care of our twin girls since they were 7 months old, and has been with our 3rd child since she was born. She is always on time and always in a good mood. She is friendly and caring, and extremely...
Justine P.
Taylor B.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, 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.
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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.
Rhini A.
Ankeny, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave. She knows how to engage and have fun with our 5 year old. She's patient and loving and kind. Rhini felt like...
Sarah S.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Anna P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"
Truman J.
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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
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
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Maggie. I started baby sitting in middle school. My parents would go on double dates with friends. I would watch my brother, and their daughter and son. Their son had autism but the 2 of us had a special bond. I also started baby sitting for a family in high school that had 3 kids. Twins who were between 3-4 and their...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am 27 years old and looking for a side job. I have an associates degree in accounting, and am currently going back to school 3 days a week to be a nail technician! I have a baby who will be 1 in April! I have seven years of experience as a personal assistant with daily tasks ranging from scheduling appts, running errands,...
Mallory can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Natasha, I'm 24, and currently training to become a doula (someone who helps women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum), and love nannying on the side! I'm the oldest of eight and have been nanny/babysitting since I was 10 so I have a lot of experience! I've nannied for all ages in the past but...
Natasha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Polk City, IA
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 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.
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
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.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Polk City, IA
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Polk City, IA in March, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Iowa, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Polk City have rates starting at $18.50.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Polk City, IA?
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What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Polk City, IA?
There are 2 infant babysitters near you in Polk City, IA. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.