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34 live-in nannies are listed in Johnston, IA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby live-in nannies is 9 years

Live-in nannies in Johnston, IA

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Olivia S.


Johnston, IA

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking A Full-time Nanny Job For This Spring/summer!

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Olivia. I graduated from Iowa State in May of 2022 and am currently in grad school to be a school counselor. I live in Johnston, Iowa and I am looking to nanny for a family throughout the week (Monday-Friday). I am looking to either nanny one kid, or multiple, I don't have a preference! I started baby sitting when I...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jennifer M.


Johnston, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse. Mom. CPR Certified

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:

First Aid

CPR

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Lauren L.


Johnston, IA

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
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.

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Claira S.


Johnston, IA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a certified teacher with 8 years of experience, I'm enthusiastic about nurturing the growth of young minds. My passion for fostering children's development and making a positive impact on their lives inspired me to become a caregiver. Parents can expect regular written reports and open verbal communication about their child's...
Claira can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Addie Y.


West Des Moines, IA

$20-29/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Kid-loving Sitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Addie, I am 22 years old and live in West Des Moines. I am looking for a full-time (40+hrs), long term nanny job. I have been in childcare for over 3 years professionally. I primarily work with infants and toddlers, but have experience with all ages. I also have daycare experience, with one title being assistant...
Addie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Addie babysat my daughter last minute which was a blessing for me. I'm a stay at home Mom and barely get time to do anything for myself. Addie responded quickly to my messages here and was eager to watch my daughter! She arrived on time and was extremely sweet! I...

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Katherine K.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children! I have 3 little, 6, 3, and 1. I have years of experience, from nannying to teaching and doing the school runs. I am looking for opportunities that allow me to bring my kids with me. The two big kids are in school, one full time, so we do have a schedule to work around. We need to stay around the WDM area...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Milinda B.


Grimes, IA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring It Doesn't Matter The Age.

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

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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.

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Kelsey P.


Polk City, IA

$30-50/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Kelsey and I am a veteran spouse living in Polk City! I have cared for many families all over Iowa and North Carolina (where we were stationed), but am so happy to say we are permanently in Iowa. (I have tons of fabulous references from all types of care giving positions I have been so honored to be a part...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kelsey is a wonderful nanny!! We keep in touch and I will definitely use her again next time I need care!"

Courtney F.

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Julia P.


Waukee, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Stay-At-Home Mom Looking To Take Care Of Your Children

I am a mom of a 9-month-old daughter, and I am looking to take care of your kids in my home or yours. I have been nannying and babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have been a live-in and live-out nanny. I was a Theater and Education major in college, so I love music, dancing, and playing pretend. I am wonderful in providing...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
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Cinestie O.


Urbandale, IA

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Gentle, Educational, And Outdoorsy! LIVE-IN

Hi there! My name is Cinestie, pronounced SIN-iss-tee. I am originally from the Midwest! I was the infant (0-2yrs) teacher at my local daycare for three years and then a lifeguard for another three years. I was also a full-time nanny for a 1. 5-year-old for several months. With my 7 years of childcare experience, I am...
Cinestie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Yuriko H.


Des Moines, IA

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about helping families and making a positive impact on children's lives. I am currently a full-time nanny and I would love to babysit on the weekends!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have experience as a full time nanny for a variety of ages, but mostly babies. I love watching children develop and helping them explore the world around them. References are available on request. I have completed a child CPR class. I live in the Beaverdale neighborhood. I love the outdoors, baking, and craft...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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Kayt S.


West Des Moines, IA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mama Of Two - Looking To Get A Part-time Job!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Kayt! I am currently looking for a part-time recurring nanny job to earn a little extra cash. I am a single mama to two amazing kiddos, my son is 4 and my daughter is 6. We live in Johnston. I work full-time in HR but have a few days off a week where my kiddos are in school/programs, as well as some...
Kayt can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Courtney. I currently live in Des Moines, and graduated with a B. S. in Neuroscience and a certificate in English and Creative Writing at the University of Iowa in 2021. I have been a summer-time nanny for a few years and have 10+ years of experience babysitting. I have coached youth soccer for 4 years and love all...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Carter J.


Urbandale, IA

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Or Nanny

I began baby-sitting while I was in middle school and have continued to baby-sit for children of all ages and with different needs. I have a little sister who is eight years younger than me, so I have had many opportunities to care for a young child even in my own home. I was also a special Ed associate for a year. I have been a...
Carter can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tina S.


Ankeny, IA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Tina . I am 26 years old and live in Ankeny, Iowa with my husband of 5 years. I work during the school year at a 6th and 7th grade middle school as a severe and profound associate. Previously I have had experience working at two different daycare centers as a lead infant teacher, a lead 3-year-old teacher, a...
Tina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Lexy R.


Waukee, IA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/nanny

Hi I'm Lexy! I'm 26 years old! I have been watching kids since I was in middle school, and I live in West Des Moines IA! I am CPR and first aid certified and have worked in a daycare for over two years in my hometown, plus a year of working in the infant/1-year-old room at a daycare in Des Moines, I have been a nanny since 2021!...
Lexy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel H.


Clive, IA

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Hello my name is Rachel!! I am 20 years old and have lived in the metro area my whole life!! This is currently my 3rd year working for a public elementary as a special education associate!! I have lots of experience with kids of all ages!! As mentioned I work at a school through out the week but also work at a restaurant on the...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ashley S.


Ankeny, IA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Ashley S.

Hello! My name is Ashley and I have been working with children for seven years. I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I have worked with children in many settings such as in-home daycare, a lead teacher position at a daycare center, nannying, and many hours of in-school...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Quynn H.


Granger, IA

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

19 Years Old / English & ASL / Lover Of Jesus

Hi! My name is Quynn. I have always had a passion for kids. I have been babysitting since the age of 13 and completed a certified babysitting course. I am the oldest of my siblings, am actively involved in their lives and have grown up helping take care of them. I also volunteered at my churches nursery for 3 years and have lots...
Quynn can also help with: Swimming supervision

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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Johnston, 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.

Addie Y.

5.0

Addie babysat my daughter last minute which was a blessing for me. I'm a stay at home Mom and barely get time to do anything for myself. Addie responded quickly to my messages here and was eager to watch my daughter! She arrived on time and was extremely sweet! I went and got my nails done and...

- Care member

Milinda B.

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 patient and kind to our children. She...

- Justine P.

Kelsey P.

5.0

Kelsey is a wonderful nanny!! We keep in touch and I will definitely use her again next time I need care!

- Courtney F.

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