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61 nannies are listed in Ankeny, IA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Ankeny, IA
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience as a Nanny. I am also a certified Substitute Teacher. Currently just open to babysitting or filling in.
Tanya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tanya is always on-time, ensures the kids are well taken care of and never leaves a mess behind. She’s been a life saver in a pinch and is a great fill in because she so personable. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021.
I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."
Ashraf Q.
Anna P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"
Truman J.
Mary N.
Ankeny, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 6+ years of child care experience from Babysitting, being a Nanny and working in daycare centers. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn new things and just playing with them.
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary is the sweetest and most attentive gal I know. She demonstrates the highest level of dedication and car when working with kids. I've watched her care for many families and daycare providers over the past couple years, and not only does it being her joy but the...
Karoline S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
If you need a date night or weekend sitter I would love to help out!
I've been a nanny for 3 years now and babysat all through high school as well, I have worked with as young as 2 months old!
Working with children is a passion of mine and would love to help out as much as I can!
Miah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are away. Felt completely comfortable having our children in her care."
Alison D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kara and my experience with child care is:
Being an overnight camp counselor for the summer, a nursery coordinator with my church, swim teacher, and nanny.
I am the type of person who enjoys being active and creating engaging ways for children to spend their time. I love being outside, doing anything in the water,...
Kara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Kara is the best and our daughter always has a blast when she is here."
Emily R.
Makenza W.
Ankeny, IA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
an 20-year-old Ankeny high graduate. I am currently an after school nanny for an 10-year-old who is on the spectrum and semi-verbal. I've been at said job for 2. 5 years now. I'm also a direct support professional at Easter Seals Camp, where i've worked for nearly 2 years! I'm currently looking for another part-time morning...
Makenza can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Taylor B.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Taylor and I would love to chat if you need childcare!
I started my childcare experience at an in-home-daycare when I was 13 years old. I later worked in an after-school care program where I was responsible for a group of children (ages ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade). Before moving to Cedar Falls to...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our...
Alex R.
Tiana R.
Ankeny, IA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated, Nurturing, Fun Nanny Looking For A Short Term/long Term Position.
With over 10 years of experience, I have honed my skills in childcare, serving as both a nanny and a para educator/teacher's aide in school settings. My expertise spans a wide range of age groups, from infants as young as 0-3 months to teenagers up to 16 years old. Throughout my career, I've found immense fulfillment in working...
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"
Kaitlin G.
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Natasha, I'm 24, and currently training to become a doula (someone who helps women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum), and love nannying on the side! I'm the oldest of eight and have been nanny/babysitting since I was 10 so I have a lot of experience! I've nannied for all ages in the past but...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! I am a college student at Iowa state university studying to be a pediatric occupational therapist. I have a lot of experience babysitting as it was my primary job growing up (5+ years). I am the oldest of 2 younger siblings and grew up with pets so I am pet friendly! I also have a car to run errands and carpool! I nanny...
Hi, I'm Krista. I have been a nanny for 4 years. I am looking for a summer job to occupy me until I return to school in the fall. I have open availability, and am willing to drive kids to lessons, camps, play dates, and more.
Krista can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! My name is Megan and I am currently looking for a position in child care! I plan to be moving to Algona in April and would love to find a family to work with. I have worked with children my entire life starting with helping in my church nursery and babysitting for multiple families. Once I was older I worked at West...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I have 8 years of experience. I love playing with, teaching, helping, and doing anything I can with children. I am a college student who is looking for an afternoon job. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, or basically anything that needs doing. Comfortable around all types of pets.
Laurel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
I work full-time at a childcare center. I've been working in the realm of childcare since I was 18, but I've bucatini for children since I was 14-15. I work in the toddler classroom (1-year-olds) but I've had experience with infants up to school age. I'm CPR certified, a mandatory reporter, and I'm comfortable with pets. I can...
Caleista can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have a degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services with a minor in History. I worked at a childcare center for three years in college, working with children ranging from six weeks through fifth grade. I love working with children and helping foster positive development! I am also comfortable with food preparation, light house...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am looking to nanny for the summer of 2024 in Ankeny or surrounding areas. I am looking for a large and loving family to help make summer more easy and enjoyable. I enjoy exercising, being outside, reading, and spending time with my family. I am Red Cross lifeguard certified, as well as CPR and first-aid certified. I...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Maggie. I started baby sitting in middle school. My parents would go on double dates with friends. I would watch my brother, and their daughter and son. Their son had autism but the 2 of us had a special bond. I also started baby sitting for a family in high school that had 3 kids. Twins who were between 3-4 and their...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Raquel D.
Ankeny, IA
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter/Nanny/ Organizer/ Love Cleaning And Cooking
I have worked at several day cares. I can be certified to practice CPR and I love kids. I have a 3-year-old that wouldn't be with me. I am going through a divorce and could really use the extra income. I LOVE organizing, cleaning, cooking and I am loyal and easy going and easy to work with!
Raquel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Ankeny, IA
Tanya M.
5.0
Tanya is always on-time, ensures the kids are well taken care of and never leaves a mess behind. She’s been a life saver in a pinch and is a great fill in because she so personable.
- Care member
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
Anna P.
5.0
Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!
- Truman J.
Mary N.
5.0
Mary is the sweetest and most attentive gal I know. She demonstrates the highest level of dedication and car when working with kids. I've watched her care for many families and daycare providers over the past couple years, and not only does it being her joy but the kids and families she interacts...
- Karoline S.
Miah W.
5.0
Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are away. Felt completely comfortable having our children in her care.
- Alison D.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Ankeny, IA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Ankeny, IA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Ankeny, IA is as of is $16.77 per hour as of March, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Ankeny, IA?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Ankeny, IA?
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Ratings for Ankeny, IA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Ankeny, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 61 listed nannies.