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I am looking to save for school and an apartment. I have four years of professional childcare experience as well as private jobs. My latest job was a nanny job for triplet infants. I can do light housekeeping, I have a valid drivers license and means of transportation if needed as well. I am good with pets and like sticking to a...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"She was great. My children enjoyed there time with Karla. Would very much have her in our home again. She was very flexible to our needs and was on time. She had great communication. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
Jodie M.
Bondurant, IA
$13-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-time Bilingual English/French Nanny/babysitter Available
5.0
(4)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jodie has taken care of our twin girls since 3 months. She had been so great, caring and responsible with them. We feel very fortunate to have found Jodie as our nanny."
Brooke M.
Hunter P.
Altoona, IA
$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alyvia S.
Baxter, IA
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Highly dependable and punctual. Did what was needed and always helpful."
Estella B.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is very friendly and likable. "
Laura D.
Sarah F.
Altoona, IA
$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Marisa C.
Altoona, IA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an outgoing, responsible, and creative teacher-turned-nanny. I've earned a degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, as well as having over 10 years of experience working with children.
I love organizing, list-making, art, children's literature, vintage decor, and cooking. I currently live my with my husband...
Marisa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I have had Marissa watch my son for about a year now. She is amazing! She is always on time or early. Marissa is the type of person that will always put your child/children first. She does not sit them in front of the TV and not interact with them.
There are...
Jessica A.
Brenna H.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
I have had over 10 years of childcare experience, including: babysitting for numerous families, working as a summer camp counselor, and working as a lifeguard/supervisor. I have been first aid and CPR certified in the past and am willing to get recertified if specified. I have also had professional experience cleaning houses and...
Evie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
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...
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, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Tailar D.
Newton, IA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/nanny Seeking Full Time Job During Weekdays And Flexible Weekends
I grew up with a mother who does in home child care and it has always been a part of my life. I started young as a helper for my mom and other daycare providers as well as babysitting for family, friends and acquaintances. I have babysat for our daycare families on weekends and evenings as well as babysitting for family and...
Tailar can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Claudia L.
Des Moines, IA
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter And Assistant Teacher Looking For A Part Time And Flexible Job!
I use to work for a company as an assistant teacher and also a lead teacher ever so often.
I was grateful to have been able to work with ages ranging from month old infants to 12-year-old children, a day working there consisted of a lot of adaptability and flexibility through the ages. However, the preschool range was where I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Kasia J.
Des Moines, IA
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there, my name is Kasia. I am full-time online student at Iowa State University studying elementary education. I have 10+ years of child care experience. My experience includes;
- Youth Program Coordinator with YMCA of Greater Des Moines
- One on One Associate with Boone Public Schools
- Summer Camp Counselor with Des...
Kasia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a mother of 2 daughters, a 2x cancer survivor, and have time to help your family. I previously had my own licensed in home childcare and decided to close it. I miss being around kids and decided to apply for a nanny or just helping one family. I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping,...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Prairie City, IA
Karla J.
5.0
Karla has been a great sitter for our family! Shes super accountable, good with communicating, and has such a gentle loving heart. Our son has a lot of fun with her! Our family is super grateful for her as our sitter!
- Eletta F.
Maren F.
5.0
Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again
- Katie C.
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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FAQs for finding nannies in Prairie City, IA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Prairie City, IA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Prairie City, IA is as of is $25.00 per hour as of February, 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 Prairie City, IA?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Prairie City, IA?
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