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Molly S.


Madrid, IA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have grown up with a very large family, and have had three different nanny jobs. I've nannied two boys for one family. Then I nannied for a family of four during the pandemic aged 11, 6, 4, and newborn. I am currently a student at Northern Iowa nannying for a 8-month-old. I am looking for a job post graduation while I continue...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jenna F.


Madrid, IA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have loved babysitting/childcare since I was 13, and I've nannied for a handful of families- ages ranging from 0-12! I'm looking for a part-time position for the evenings and/or weekends. I work full time as a coffee roaster in Ames but I can be off by 3 p.m. for school pickup if needed! I drive a Toyota Highlander so I have...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

I am a reliable, a patient person who has a passion for working with kids! I have been babysitting for 8 years, have worked at a daycare as well, and have experience with all age groups, often multiple children simultaneously. I have been a summer nanny in the past, and I have lead outings to the pool, park, library, etc. I can...
Cadynce can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kayla B.


Polk City, IA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny/babysitter

Hello there! I am a SAHM of two toddler boys, looking for ways to help other families this summer! Before becoming a SAHM, I was a primary elementary teacher in the Des Moines area. I am fairly flexible as long as you don't mind my toddlers tagging along during the work day. 3 p.m. and later I can typically leave the boys...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Paige C.


Polk City, IA

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience working in daycare settings and one year as a nanny. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have been babysitting for family and family friends for about 5 years I attend dmacc for early childhood education! Willing to work with all ages!
Paige can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Kathryn C.


Polk City, IA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I've been a summer camp counselor for all ages 4- to late teens. I am no longer life guard certified however I will be attending a class to be re-certifed in CPR. I've previously been a nanny (during the summer) prior to my freshman fall semester.
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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

Jen G.


Polk City, IA

$11-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a mama of five sweet kiddos! Ages 1-11. Four of them will go to school in the fall, so I will just have a 1-year-old girl home with me. I'm looking for a part time job nanniying just one kid in my home; it'd be cool if they were close to my daughters age! I am a registered nurse, but have stayed home with my kids the...
Jen can also help with: Meal prep
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Megan J.


Urbandale, IA

$12-15/hr7 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

4.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am from Des Moines, IA but moved to Topeka for law school. I am currently looking for a summer time nanny position or other little gigs outside of my class schedule!
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Megan has cared for our 10 year old several times. She's always punctual and willing to be flexible with our schedules."

Stacy G.

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Rose K.


Johnston, IA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter/household Manager

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rose and I'm a Preschool Teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I moved to the Des Moines area from Montana in January of last year. I'm working on rebuilding my collection of families to babysit for! I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and a...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children."

Ramah H.

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Mary N.


Ankeny, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Taylor B.


Ankeny, IA

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

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

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Kirsten M.


Ames, IA

$21/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Dependable Sitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a 22-year-old psychology student at Iowa State University, looking for a summer nanny job I'll love. My love for working with children began early, helping my mom with her at-home daycare. I've also babysat kids ranging from 2 months to 12 years old and spent a gap year nannying two young boys. I'm currently working...
Kirsten can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and...

Care member

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Inna D.


Waukee, IA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello I Am 18 Years Old, And Am Searching For A Full Time, Part Time, Date Nights

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Innessa and I'm 19 yrs of age. As an experienced nanny, I understand the importance of providing high-quality childcare that supports both the emotional and developmental needs of children. My background includes several years of working with families, during which I have honed my ability to create a safe,...
Inna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Innessa has been great! Our little guy adores her. :)"

Care member

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Rachel C.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My boys love Rachel! She is very patient and can handle my energetic boys. Would definitely recommend!!!"

Kate H.

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Marrissa M.


Grimes, IA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Caring, And Creative Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

With over 10 years of experience in childcare, I have had the privilege of working with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I have a strong background in running a successful daycare, both in my home and at a licensed center, which has equipped me with valuable skills in managing routines, nurturing growth, and...
Marrissa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Marrissa has never canceled a time with my son after watching him 3 days a week the last year and a half! She always made each day fun with activities, snacks & more! My son has always had trouble going to strangers but with her there was an instant clique. She is...

Alyssa C.

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Matracea W.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

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

Early Education

CPR

CNA

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...

Molly K.

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Sophia B.


Des Moines, IA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am 20 years old in college at DMACC. I've worked at my church daycare/summer camp, in school with disabled peers, and been employed in a professional daycare for over a year. After that, I was the assistant director of an after-school program (laid off due to Covid). Now I nanny part time attending school full time for about 3...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sophia is my daughter and she watches her little sister for my wife and I when the occasion is needed. I would certainly recommend her work. Sophia has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of my younger daughter and in keeping the house in working...

Steve B.

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Melanie B.


Johnston, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a creative and energetic childcare provider. I enjoy reading, cooking, arts and crafts, playing games and being outdoors. I have been a nanny since April of 2018. I was responsible for drop off and pick up from school, preparing meals, taking children on outings (park, zoo, swimming, science center etc.) teaching both life...
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Melanie is an excellent nanny- perfect combination of reliability, knowledge, creativity, organizational skills, flexibility and care! She has been with our family for close to 2 years now (8yr old and almost 3 yr old). She has been BEYOND ANYTHING we could have...

Sriram L.

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Shelby L.


Urbandale, IA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Shelby. I have over 10 years of experience working in the early childhood education field. I'm a mature, reliable, flexible, and high-energy caregiver, with a passion for teaching and caring for children! I've been working with children since I was in high school. I worked from 2013 to 2019 in a child care...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Shelby is a delight! She has a genuine passion and love for children! Shelby is reliable and very dedicated to what she does. She enjoys engaging and has a joyful spirit! Shelby is trustworthy and honest. It is an honor to have her as a friend and apart of my child...

Jill O.

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Madrid, IA

Megan J.

5.0

Our boys really enjoyed their summer with Megan. She was very good about taking them to do different activities each day!

- Care member

Rose K.

5.0

She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children.

- Ramah H.

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.

Taylor B.

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 nanny forever! I really couldn't...

- Alex R.

Kirsten M.

5.0

Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and pool, so it was a fun and varied...

- Care member

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