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60 infants child care are listed in Altoona, IA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby infants child care is 7 years
Infants child care in Altoona, IA
Liz Y.
Altoona, IA
$14/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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:
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Liz can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Veyann C.
Altoona, IA
$16-20/hr • 10 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jodie M.
Bondurant, IA
$13-16/hr • 10 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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jodie has taken care of our twin girls since 3 months. She had been so great, caring and responsible with them. We feel very fortunate to have found Jodie as our nanny."
Brooke M.
Gretta H.
Ankeny, IA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Gretta, and I'm an experienced, caring, and reliable babysitter who loves working with children. I have 5 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I'm committed to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids can thrive. I enjoy engaging children in creative activities,...
Gretta can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
Adrienne D.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
From the time I was born, my mother was a registered child care provider and continued a business out of our home for 12 years so I grew up in that environment all my life. Shortly after my mother stopped her business, my sister became a registered child care provider and now runs a successful business out of her home. I have...
Jumacia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Ana F.
Des Moines, IA
$8-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a patient and friendly childcare provider with five years of experience, my passion for supporting families and providing reliable care has been a driving force throughout my career. I am comfortable looking after up to three children of various age groups, from infants to preteens. When it comes to enforcing household rules,...
Madison S.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Madi! I have 7 years of childcare experience, both in NAEYC accredited preschool/daycare centers as well as nannying. I've worked with ages 2 months to 10 years, with most of my experience being with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. I am looking to become a nanny so I can focus my time and attention on ideally just a...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I was a teacher working with special needs children for almost 30 years. I have 2 of my own children I adopted who are special needs. I love all animals and have both 2 dogs and several cats. I love working with children. I grew up a farm kid in rural Northern Iowa.
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and firm....
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Jenifer M.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jenifer. I love singing, arts & crafts, and outdoor activities. I'm 42, with 2 dogs, and 1 cat, so animals are no problem. I've been babysitting since I was 12, first my brother's, then nieces, and friends children. My schedule is open and flexible. I'm certified in child and infant CPR and basic first aid....
Jenifer can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Angie, a bilingual former daycare lead teacher with extensive experience in childcare, senior care, and veterinary assistance. In addition to my work as a CNA & Vet Tech, I have exceptional cleaning/cooking skills and a strong background in emergency response-I'm CPR, BLS, and First Aid certified, in infants, adults,...
Angie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
Hello all, my name is Xochil, I am 25 years old, and just moved to the Des Moines area a year ago! Growing up in the middle of a big family has made me a natural caregiver. My first job was a gymnastics coach and then I worked at Chuck E. Cheese for 5 years and worked up to an assistant manager. In the last couple years, I've...
Xochil can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Claudia L.
Des Moines, IA
$11-16/hr • 2 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:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Andrea I have 2 years of experience, I am CPR certified. I am comfortable with infants up to 3 yrs of age. I have a joy working in this field. I love helping them grow and learn about the world around them. With me your child will receive proper care and I am willing to do other tasks if requested. I am able to...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm looking to find a part time, very flexible nanny job. I will be starting Dental Hygiene school in August 2024, and need something that is flexible with my class schedule. I've cared for a lot of families from Care. com and would love to add your littles to my circle:)
Hallie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"
Kaitlin G.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I attended DMACC and studied Early Childhood Development for two years then I transferred to Iowa State University and studied Child, Adult, and Family services. I took three years off of school to work full time at a childcare center in the infant room in between attending DMACC and Iowa State University. I have also worked in...
Ananda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Taylor! I worked in a daycare for about 5 years, bouncing back and forth between infant and 1-year-old classrooms. I have nannied for a new families and sit for many families I've met through the years. Before working with children I worked in a group home with people who have special needs. I am very kind, patient, and...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Grace L.
Des Moines, IA
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Grace. I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting for 8+ years, worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher for 4 years and have been a nanny for almost 4 years. I especially love working with infants and toddlers. It is so rewarding seeing their faces light up when they start to learn new things!! Some activities...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Megan. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services from Iowa State University. I work full-time at a Preschool as a Pre-K teacher in Des Moines. You can find me outside going for a run or just enjoying nature. I have 2 sisters. I have a ton of experience working with children of all ages in...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I am a sophomore computer science student at Iowa State University looking for night/weekend jobs and possibly a summer job!
I work at a Learning Center as an Assistant Infant Teacher and I am most experienced with babies an toddlers, though I have cared for a variety of ages.
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Altoona, IA
How much is child care for an infant near me in Altoona, IA?
If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Altoona, IA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Altoona, IA, is $15.00.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Altoona, IA?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Altoona, IA by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with
What types of infant child care services are available near me in Altoona, IA?
The infant child care services available near you in Altoona, IA can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.
How can I safely hire infant child care near me in Altoona, IA?
To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Altoona, IA, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for infant child care near me in Altoona, IA?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Altoona, IA, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.