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Live-in nannies in Waukee, IA

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Julia P.


Waukee, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Addie Y.


West Des Moines, IA

$20-29/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Kid-loving Sitter

5.0

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

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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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Lauren L.


Johnston, IA

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-time Caregiver Available

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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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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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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Olivia S.


Johnston, IA

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

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

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, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I would like to help out on weekends or Friday after 5 p.m. I can do laundry light cleaning grocery shopping errands or just companionship What ever is needed for you or your loved one I have worked with elderly before and I do work in Assited living during my day job I'd be happy to meet and visit and see if Ican help you
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa B.


Grimes, IA

$10-24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Melissa I am 44 years old With over 10 years of experience in the childcare field. I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am a very responsible,...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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

CPR

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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Jewel T.


Grimes, IA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

I am a 21 yr old college student seeking a job to fill all the free time that I have. I was a live in nanny when I lived in Florida I cared for 3 children ages 8, 11 and a 3-year-old Autistic boy, my duties were to take them to and from school, help with cleaning, homework, and cooking meals for them. I have 5+ years experience...
Jewel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping

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, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Arial R.


West Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Most Awesome Nanny Ever!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Arial! I am currently unavailable, I recently just had my first child and have been spending my days with him! I have six years of experience. I currently live in West Des Moines. I can help with Travel, errands, grocery shopping, preparing meals, homework and housekeeping! I have many certifications...
Arial can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kaylee, and I have been working with kiddos for the last 15 years. I was a dance instructor in Kansas City where I worked with children ages 18 months to 10 years old. I also spent my time in KC babysitting for three different families during the summer, date nights, and overnights when parents traveled. Between...
Kaylee can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Jordan N.


Norwalk, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been babysitting/nannying children of all ages for the last 13 years and was able to be a live-in nanny for a wonderful family throughout college. I graduated from UNI in 2020 with a bachelor's degree in K-12 TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teaching and have since been teaching ELL in the Des...
Jordan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jory was a live-in nanny for our family for 3 years. We absolutely loved her. She was great with our children and helpful, caring, and a responsible person. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"

Jamie S.

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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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Waukee, IA

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...

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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.

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.

Jordan N.

5.0

Jory was a live-in nanny for our family for 3 years. We absolutely loved her. She was great with our children and helpful, caring, and a responsible person. Would highly recommend her to anyone!

- Jamie S.

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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