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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: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, nurturing professional who is patient, fun loving, and reliable. I have direct and respectful communication. I enjoy nature, arts and crafts, reading, writing, exercise, personal development, and gardening.
I have over 30 years of experience that includes working in childcare centers, schools, as a special...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
I would describe myself as happy and outgoing. I love teaching and playing while using my imagination with kiddos. I have a 4-year-old and a 10-month-old of my own who are very happy, healthy and independent. I think keeping a happy, clean and safe environment is extremely important. I graduated high school in 2018 , I also went...
Jaquelyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Mackenzie T.
Des Moines, IA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A 4 Year Experienced Daycare Teacher. Looking For A Weekend Babysitting/nanny Job!
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently 26 years of age. I have 10 years experience working with children, age ranging from newborn to school age kid. I currently work full time as a private nanny during the week. I'm a loving, caring person. I enjoy being around kids they truly light up my world. I'm energetic, adventurous, crafty. I enjoy playing...
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have always had a passion for caring for children. I have been babysitting ever since I was 10 years old. I am currently in grad school. I was a nanny for a family of three children for two summers in a row and enjoyed every minute of it. I watched a 7-year-old, 13-year-old and a 15-year-old. I have my own car and am able to...
Reagan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello all, my name is Xochil, I am 25 years old, and just moved to the Des Moines area a year ago! Growing up in the middle of a big family has made me a natural caregiver. My first job was a gymnastics coach and then I worked at Chuck E. Cheese for 5 years and worked up to an assistant manager. In the last couple years, I've...
Xochil can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
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, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma W.
Bondurant, IA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma, I am from Bondurant, but am a student at Northwest Missouri State University and am majoring in Elementary Education! I am fun loving and outgoing, I am very responsible and dependable as well, I have been a long-term babysitter for all different kinds of families. I love kids and I would love to help a...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for a position as a nanny to consume my summer time where I hope to find a perfect family to spend multiple years with! I would be open to weekend hours, along with occasional date night arrangements. I love kids and I love to encourage kids to be outgoing and active!
Janaya can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hello. My name is Jennifer. I am currently seeking a nanny position that is part time-up to 35-40 hours. I am taking classes online to complete my BA in either Education or Human Services. I'm married (15 years) have two daughters (ages 8 & 13) and two grown step children. I have been a nanny for most of my adult life. When not...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Abby, I am 19 years old and I love children! Although I have never nannied before, I did grow up in a house with 5 younger siblings- two of them being twin boys! I love being around children and have since adopted different skills to help with different kids and their skillsets . I love to do activities with...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Certainly! Here's a more professional version:
I am a 20-year-old student at DMACC, majoring in Human Services/Resources with the goal of becoming a children's therapist. I have six years of experience working with children, including three years in a daycare and two years as an in-home nanny. Currently, I am employed as a...
Sidnee can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Taylor! I worked in a daycare for about 5 years, bouncing back and forth between infant and 1-year-old classrooms. I have nannied for a new families and sit for many families I've met through the years. Before working with children I worked in a group home with people who have special needs. I am very kind, patient, and...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have my AS Degree in Childcare. I worked at two daycare centers. I have been a nanny for at six families. I grew up with my aunt having a daycare at her house, so I helped take care of the children. I worked at a camp as a counselor. I worked at a camp for kids who have cancer and their siblings. I have two nieces whom I used...
Kaitlin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I have 5 years of experience. I am willing to help with almost anything around the house but I love to engage with the kiddos as much as possible. I have experience with coaching kids in different areas such as gymnastics, soccer, swim, and I was also a summer camp counselor so I have lots of fun activities ready to use for the...
Autumn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello I'm Kali! I'd love to hear more about this opportunity! I can help with many needs for you and your family, including light housekeeping and errands. I have 4 years of experience working with children, newborn to middle school! It's important to make sure your child is safe and cared for and I would love to be a part of...
Kali can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brienne E.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brienne and I have about 7 years of experience babysitting/nannying. It brings me so much joy just having fun with the kids and watching them learn and grow! I am very responsible, caring, hardworking and just have a nurturing personality in general. I nannied for a family of 4 kids over a summer (7 yr old...
Brienne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
As a mom of one, I love caring for my child and providing a fun and safe learning environment, and would like to do the same for you. My daughter is 6 years old. I have a teaching degree in Elementary Education and have over 15 years of experience caring for children primarily with the 0-7 age group but also some older. I taught...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
**currently only available for occasional/ date night sitting, as I am full time student**
- because of only being available for occasional care I take only cash, check, or app payment-
Hello! I have been babysitting for neighbors and family friends for about 10 years. I also have 4 years of experience working with children as...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Courtney B.
Des Moines, IA
$12-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Courtney.
I currently live in Des Moines, and graduated with a B. S. in Neuroscience and a certificate in English and Creative Writing at the University of Iowa in 2021. I have been a summer-time nanny for a few years and have 10+ years of experience babysitting. I have coached youth soccer for 4 years and love all...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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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 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 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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