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Abigail J.


Prairie City, IA

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

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I have lot of experience with children of all ages especially the infant age. I have previously nannied for triplets and for 2 infants of different ages. Both of those jobs require a lot of multitasking, improvising, and having detailed discussion with parents. I love to keep the kids on a routine schedule it makes life better...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Katelyn Elaine P.


Colfax, IA

$15/hr • 8 yrs exp

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As a friendly and patient childcare provider with 8 years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, which solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. I believe in fostering a safe and nurturing environment where...
Katelyn Elaine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Karla J.


Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

At-Home Mom With Years Of Childcare Experience

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My family and I moved to the Des Moines area about 2 years ago for my husband's job. I'm a stay-at-home mom to my amazing 3-year-old son. I love to join him in imaginative play, take frequent trips to the library and playground, and offer him many creative outlets. Prior to becoming a mom, I cared for kids ranging from newborn...
Karla can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Karla has been such a blessing for our family and our daughter! Karla has been providing childcare for our 8 month old daughter for the past couple of months. We receive pictures of her throughout the day and Karla keeps notes of when she eats, naps, and has diaper...

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Dana A.


Des Moines, IA

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver who is patient, fun loving, and reliable. I cook, clean/organize, run errands, and love animals! I have references and you can find feedback from other families on my profile. My goal is to make a difference by working together with the families that I serve. I have over 30 years...
Dana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Dana has been nannying for us for a few months now. She is very in tune with our baby and his needs, and is great at keeping a schedule (even when we are not!). She is very reliable and always communicates if there are any issues. We trust her with our baby and we...

Molly M.

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Jodie M.


Bondurant, IA

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-time Bilingual English/French Nanny/babysitter Available

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jodie. I am a mature, responsible, and reliable professional child care provider. I have been a nanny for the last 10 years. Before being a nanny, I worked at a French bilingual daycare for three years. I worked with infants, toddlers, and per-preschoolers. I have been a nanny for several families, mostly for...
Jodie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I would recommend Jodie. She is flexible, punctual, and did really well with my 2 year old son!"

Halle R.

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Hunter P.


Altoona, IA

$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 23 years old, I have 13 siblings 8 of them are younger. Since I was 6 years old I've been helping my parents out with my younger siblings. I've babysat and Nannie'd for many families in my area over the years. I graduated from South Tama in 2018. I worked in Toledo for about a year before I moved. I absolutely love being...
Hunter can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alyvia S.


Baxter, IA

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely love kids I have been a nanny off and on for the past 12 years, I am one of nine children. I have experience with CPR, and first aid! If you would consider Me, I would be very pleased to meet with you and discuss how I might be able to help You and your Family. I have one daughter who is 1 who absolutely loves...
Alyvia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Alyvia was a big help for me when I needed her so I appreciate that very much. My son enjoyed spending time at her house. she was dependable. so thanks again."

Shilo P.

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Hailey J.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

How Full Time Nanny

3.0

(2)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

My name is Hailey and I'm 29 years old currently a SAHM with 3 young boys. I have years of experience with children! I cared for my aunts 3 young boys for several years and have had two full time nanny jobs. I also did volunteer work at a Resource Center in downtown Des Moines that I have been passionate about I have experience...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Hailey is very friendly and likable. "

Laura D.

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Sarah F.


Altoona, IA

$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi my name is Sarah . I was an early education teacher for 8 years at a childcare center . I have my child development associates degree and am half way through my associates degree. I am CPR and first aid certified . As well as a mandatory child abuse reporter . I love kids and thought maybe nannying would be a welcome change...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Taryn H.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Why You Should Consider Me As A Caretaker For Your Child!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Taryn! Here's a bit about me:) I'm 20 years old, and hoping to continue my education in business at dmacc, I've been around kids and helping take care of them since before I could remember, and as the oldest sister of 6, babysitting here and there, helping my mom with her childcare business at home and being a nanny for...
Taryn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Taryn is so caring and friendly to our 5 and 3 year old. She's very artistic and creative as well so she is always coming up with fun activities for my girls. They love when I tell them Taryn is coming over which is very reassuring as a parent. She's very...

Jessica M.

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Marisa C.


Altoona, IA

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm an friendly, patient, and creative educator seeking part time work in the summer season. I've earned my degree in both Early Childhood and Elementary Education, as well as having over 10 years of experience working with children via teaching and nannying. I love organizing, art, children's literature, vintage decor,...
Marisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Marisa was amazing! My son was asking for her to watch him again before she even left. I was so grateful for him to be in great hands. She also provided me an update halfway through watching him letting me know things were good and an update with him. I would have...

Candace C.

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Jill H.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Teacher Moving To Kalamazoo, MI

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Dear Family, I am a former preschool teacher of 20 years, have 10 years of full-time nanny experience, CPR/FA certified, and have a B. A. in education. I love babies, toddlers, and preschoolers! I enjoy watching children grow and helping them learn! I am willing to do light housework but not be a housekeeper. I love animals...
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"We couldn't have been more happy with Jill!!!"

Laura E.

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Courtney E.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood

I'm a high school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience. I've...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is punctual, kind, trustworthy, attentive and great with children and has eased my anxiety in hiring a new...

Nikole T.

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Autumn T.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! I'm Autumn, and I have over seven years of experience working with kids ranging from infants to middle school age. I graduated from Iowa State University in 2023 and have recently moved back to Iowa and am looking for something more part-time / as needed! I do have my own car, so transportation would not be a problem. I...
Autumn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Autumn is absolutely amazing! She is great with the kids. She actually plays with them and is NOT the type of sitter who just sits on her phone. She checks in with me, let's me know how things are going. She is even great at helping out last minute when needed....

Elizabeth G.

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Brenna H.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Brenna and I am 22 years old! My hobbies include hiking, reading books, hanging out with my boyfriend and just being outdoors! I would say I'm a risk taker! I have an extroverted and bubbly personality and if you ask anyone I never grew out of my inner child! I love to have fun and enjoy life. I have been...
Brenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Brenna was our full-time summer nanny in 2022. Our kids are 7 and 9. She showed up everyday and gave us advance notice of the one time she needed to take off for a family event. Everyday she took the kids somewhere and did something. They never watched more than 1...

Kylie F.

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Irie R.


Mingo, IA

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm 27 years old. I love working with children of all ages. I am a very outgoing and hard working person. I love the outdoors and finding activities to do when its warm out. I also love animals of all kinds! I'm CPR certified for all ages. I do have experience working in a daycare center but I love the one on one connections...
Irie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Brooke B.


Newton, IA

$18-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

As a caring and experienced childcare provider with six years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families by offering reliable child care. My patient and calm nature allows me to connect with children and create a nurturing environment where they feel safe and loved. I'm also creative and imaginative, always coming...
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Grace L.


Des Moines, IA

$28/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tava G.


Des Moines, IA

$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi there my name is Tava, I have been babysitting for a while now. After I graduated high school I started nannying in Colorado Springs but I moved back to Iowa to be closer to family. I am looking for a family to nanny for. I have flexible hours, I'm a positive and upbeat person that loves the outdoors, animals, and kids. My...
Tava can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kalie W.


Des Moines, IA

$15-17/hr • 9 yrs exp

Creator Of Fun Inside And Outside

Hello! My name is Kalie, I am a graduate student from the University of Iowa. I am in the Des Moines area completing my internship in child life at Blank Children's Hospital. I have multiple years of experience caring for kids of all ages and ability levels. I was a nanny through my undergraduate years and had multiple other...
Kalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Prairie City, IA

Karla J.

5.0

Karla has been such a blessing for our family and our daughter! Karla has been providing childcare for our 8 month old daughter for the past couple of months. We receive pictures of her throughout the day and Karla keeps notes of when she eats, naps, and has diaper changes. Our daughter always comes...

- Care member

Dana A.

5.0

Very responsive, reliable and professional

- Greg V.

Jodie M.

5.0

Jodie was great with my two kids and the kids really enjoyed her. Would hire again!

- Lindsay H.

Alyvia S.

5.0

Alyvia was a big help for me when I needed her so I appreciate that very much. My son enjoyed spending time at her house. she was dependable. so thanks again.

- Shilo P.

Hailey J.

5.0

Hailey is very friendly and likable.

- Laura D.

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