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60 infants child care are listed in Des Moines, IA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby infants child care is 5 years

Infants child care in Des Moines, IA

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Rachel C.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

5.0

(6)

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

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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...

Joe W.

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Vianey C.


Des Moines, IA

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, and I also spent a year taking care of a 27 -old male with autism. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach.
Vianey can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Vianey is an outstanding babysitter."

Care member

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Sophia H.


Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sophia. I graduated from Hoover High School this year and I am a current student at DMACC with aspirations to become a nurse. I am 18 years old seeking for a full-time position if possible. I have 5 years of experience working with younger children, including newborns and infants. I am very easy-going, patient,...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Not a lot of nice people have a good work ethic like the way Sophia demonstrates it"

JonJon S.

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

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Autumn T.


Des Moines, IA

$18-32/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

3.3

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Autumn, and I recently graduated from Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa! I have over seven years of experience working with kids ranging from infants to middle school age. I do have my own car, so transportation would not be a problem. I also love to cook so I would definitely be happy to help with any meals. Along...
Autumn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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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Abigail B.


Des Moines, IA

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Fun Nanny With College Education And 12+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been nannying, tutoring and helping parents on and off for 17 years, giving me 12+ years of experience. I have 3 children of my own, ages 23 months (son), 3 (daughter) & 6 (daughter). My kids are mild tempered and fun loving and LOVE making new friends. My daughters will be in Pre-school & 1st Grade beginning August 26th....
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abigail was such a wonderful nanny for my growing family. She is the right combination of loving & structured. She helped teach the kids new skills such as cooking, baking, & swimming. She was great at crafting with them and playing pretend. She is a hard worker. I...

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Hi, my name is Alex, I am 21. I am looking for a caring and loving family to work for ! I work at a photography studio working with kids and infants. I have also worked at a daycare/ learning center for a year. I am CPR/ first aid certified, and I train martial arts/ self defense.
Alexandria can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alex K.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate, loving, organized caregiver, who absolutely adores children! I recently graduated from college with a degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in K-8 reading. I love arts and crafts, sports, the outdoors, and reading. I love to share these activities with kids! I have experience watching infants,...
Alex can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Taylor B.


Des Moines, IA

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Catherine C.


Des Moines, IA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Expert

I am a graduate of Drake University with 4 years of experience working directly with youth and infants. I have worked in a nursery setting as well as working in children's residential mental health care. I am passionate about trauma informed care and creating safe environments for children to thrive in. I recently relocated to...
Catherine can also help with: Travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Andrea N.


Des Moines, IA

$14-24/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

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

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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

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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Megan L.


Des Moines, IA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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 who are 24 and 18. I have a ton of experience working with...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Megan was fantastic with our 2 year old Boston Terrier while we were away on vacation! We highly recommend her!"

Lisa H.

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Ananda S.


Des Moines, IA

$15-23/hr6 yrs exp

Looking For Part Time And Occasional Babysitting

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

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Bailey C.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Bailey

Hi, my name is Bailey. I have worked with children from the age of 16 to present day. I started working at a daycare specifically in the infant room & the 2-year-old room. I have my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a reading endorsement. I have five years of experience being a nanny for a wonderful family of two...
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Corinne B.


Des Moines, IA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Corinne. I spent my summers nannying since I was 13. I have experience caring for 2-4 kids from 3months-12years. I am currently in Des Moines, Iowa, nannying 50 hours/week for an infant and 2-year-old old boy. I have a degree in design and have worked as an architect/designer, a education assistant at a...
Corinne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Mack and I would love to provide love and care for your children. I have two full years (plus a little more) of experience in a childcare center and have been babysitting since I was 12. When not working, you'll find me at the gym, longboarding, or out on a walk. but as much as I love the outdoors, im a homebody...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Jumacia D.


Des Moines, IA

$5-10/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time to Full-Time Caregiver Available

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Des Moines, 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.

Vianey C.

5.0

Vianey is an outstanding babysitter.

- Care member

Sophia H.

5.0

Sophia is great with kids and very respectful! Always leaves the house clean and keeps the kids entertained!

- Susan R.

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.

Abigail B.

5.0

Abigail was such a wonderful nanny for my growing family. She is the right combination of loving & structured. She helped teach the kids new skills such as cooking, baking, & swimming. She was great at crafting with them and playing pretend. She is a hard worker. I knew my kids were getting the love...

- Care member

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Ratings for Des Moines, IA infants child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Infants Child Care in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care.