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Megan L.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
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 Head Start Associate 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...

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

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Experienced Sitter With Education Background

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Joe W. says "Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple...

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Haidi D.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Haidi! I am 19 and currently in school to be an elementary teacher. I am looking to bring a smile to every family I meet. I am very passionate about working with kids. I have worked with kids since my senior year of high school. I have done summer camp, full group tutoring (elementary through high school), student...
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Lindsey D.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Caring and dependent nanny with 8 years of experience, including work in both private homes and daycare settings. Specialize in infant and toddler care - skilled and feeding, diapering, sleep routines, and age of appropriate development activities. Certified in infant and child CPR and first aid with a strong focus on safety and...
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Fun Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am currently working at a daycare facility and I have worked with infant- preschoolers. I love doing crafts and reading to the toddlers.
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
My name is Julia! I am 23 years old living in Des Moines, Iowa. I've been working at a childcare center for 6 1/2 years. I have been in the infant room caring for 6week olds to 12months as a lead teacher for 5 of that time working in childcare. I went to college and have obtained my infant/toddler cda. I have plenty of...
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Alex K.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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,...
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Sarah R.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a full-time nanny for a family that I have been with for over three years. I take care of three kids, one toddler and two school aged children. I also have 3 years of experience in preschool classrooms and enjoy working with young children of all ages, including infants! I am looking for some evenings/weekends work. I am...
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Madi! I have over 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 love planning developmentally appropriate activities for children (art and...
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Experienced Childcare Expert

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Travel
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...
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Aya A.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$13/hr
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
carpooling
I have a strong passion for caring for babies from 0 to 11 months. While I do not have a formal certificate, I have natural experience in handling and caring for infants. I am patient, loving, and attentive, with a genuine interest in supporting their growth and comfort. I understand the importance of creating a safe, clean, and...
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Grace L.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
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...
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Safia A.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing young minds is truly my passion. I have one year of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. My calm and patient personality allows me to connect with children, and I love using my creativity to engage them in educational games, board games, and active outdoor play. I am comfortable caring...
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Reliable Nanny

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello all, my name is Xochil, I am 25 years old, and have been in the Des Moines area for 2 years now! 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. Throughout my work...
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! My name is Olive, and I'm so excited for the opportunity to work with your family. I'm a responsible, caring, and energetic babysitter with 10 years of experience watching children of all ages ( from infants to pre-teens) I take pride in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environments where kids can play, learn, and feel...
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Elizabeth P.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Beth and I am looking for a position for the school year. I am the oldest sibling of seven, and have had a lot of practice looking after younger siblings-from infant through school-age, and have experience managing activities across a broad age range. I have babysat children near my university during the school...
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Fun Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm DeAnn - a nurturing, reliable caregiver with a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) background and a proud mom of two (ages 6 and 2). With over 6 years of caregiving experience and real-life mom skills, I understand the importance of patience, structure, and lots of love when it comes to caring for children. I'm...
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Des Moines, IA

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$12/hr
1 year experience
I'm a childcare provider with 11 unpaid years of experience caring for my neices, nephews, and just taking care of anyone no matter the ages. My passion for working with children stems from my desire to make a positive impact on their lives and maybe even make an impact for me. I am patient and calm, and I strive to create a...
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Svea L.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing and caring for children, driven by my fulfilling experiences as a babysitter. It brings me immense joy to positively impact their lives and support families by providing reliable childcare. My calm and friendly nature creates a harmonious environment for the children in my care. I prioritize open...
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Cheyenne W.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
As a nurturing caregiver with four years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and making a difference in the lives of children. My calm and imaginative nature allows me to connect with children, fostering their creativity and love of learning. I believe in open communication with parents, providing regular...
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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.80/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated infants child care is 5.0

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Des Moines, IA, is $17.80.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Des Moines, 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

The infant child care services available near you in Des Moines, 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.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Des Moines, 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.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Des Moines, 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.

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