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60 nannies are listed in West Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in West Des Moines, IA
5.0
(1)
I am 28 and have 12 plus years experience as a nanny. I really try to focus on fun, safety, education, and connection to help families and little ones grow the best they can!
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"ErinMarie was great for our family! Fun and creative! Our kiddos still love to face time with her!"
Carrie M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a full time position with a new family! Prior to nannying, I was a 3-year-old preschool teacher for 2 years as well as a K-12 associate. I have coached high school volleyball for several years.
Lindsay can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsay was great with our one year old son! We will definitely be hiring her again. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Sarah and I am currently a 5th grade teacher in the Des Moines area. I am finishing up my second year of teaching and will continue teaching 5th grade next school year. I have always loved working with kids and have experience with all ages from 6 months to 14 years old. I have nannied almost every summer since I was...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!"
Hannah B.
Hannah M.
West Des Moines, IA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher Seeking Full-Time Nanny Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Hannah and I have a passion for teaching and caring for children! I have a BA from Lipscomb University and I am a licensed teacher in Elementary Education (K-5), with endorsements in Early Childhood (Birth-3) and Teaching English as a Second Language. I taught Kindergarten from '20-'23, and have transitioned out of...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Meredith R.
West Des Moines, IA
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Meredith and I have been working in childcare for as long as I can remember! I have worked in preschools, child welfare, and been a nanny.
Meredith can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Meredith is wonderful with children. She is very patient and caring. She is studying to be a teacher and will make sure the children are engaged instead of just putting on a TV for them. She is also very trustworthy. Meredith also loves animals if you happen to...
Mikayla C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Babysitting by choice from the time I was 11 years old, I've always loved children and incorporated sitting and then as an adult nannying alongside being a freelance creative. Currently, nannying twins part time and have strong references from family along with former family I nanny'd twins for full time. I also have animal...
Christine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Christine has helped take care of our boys several days a week for the past year. She is dependable, kind, incredibly caring, and our twins love her.She is so gentle and patient with them; always teaching them new things, they light up when she comes in the...
Hilary R.
Madilyn T.
West Des Moines, IA
$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maddie I have 7+ years of experience working with kiddos of ALL ages. I just moved to West Des Moines at the beginning of May I have found a full time family, and I am looking for more here and there nanny/sitter opportunities. I love to get out with the kiddos that I am watching and do lots of fun activities...
Madilyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Maddie was great with our 3 boys! Highly responsive and arrived early. By the time we got back home, she had all 3 boys down for bed, and we arrived home to a calm and quiet house that had been picked up. The boys had a wonderful time with her."
Eric B.
Peyton L.
West Des Moines, IA
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Peyton and I've been teaching children since 2016! I've always had a passion for swimming and have coached and taught at Lifetime Fitness and Kinsale Golf Club in Ohio for kids between the ages of infants to 16-years old. Ive worked as an infant teacher at a daycare in Dublin, Ohio. I would care for infants...
Peyton can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am Peyton's mother. She has been an adult from the time she was three practically. She is extremely organized and structured. She is focused on future and school and goal oriented. She has done an amazing job at both of her employments. She has been a lifeguard...
Wendy L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children! I have 3 little, 6, 3, and 1. I have years of experience, from nannying to teaching and doing the school runs.
I am looking for opportunities that allow me to bring my kids with me. The two big kids are in school, one full time, so we do have a schedule to work around. We need to stay around the WDM area...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hey there! I would make a fantastic sitter or nanny for your tiny human(s) because I am a kid at heart and I have tons of experience with multiple families. In my free time I enjoy baking, making candles, and going on adventures with loved ones. If you select me, you will experience piece of mind while you are away and you can...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is an honest and dependable person if you're looking for child and/or pet care. She is at the top of my list when I need help in this area!"
Anthony K.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Addie, I am 22 years old and live in West Des Moines. I am looking for a full-time (40+hrs), long term nanny job. I have been in childcare for over 3 years professionally. I primarily work with infants and toddlers, but have experience with all ages. I also have daycare experience, with one title being assistant...
Addie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Addie babysat my daughter last minute which was a blessing for me. I'm a stay at home Mom and barely get time to do anything for myself. Addie responded quickly to my messages here and was eager to watch my daughter! She arrived on time and was extremely sweet! I...
Care member
I have a passion for nurturing young minds and fostering their development. I'm excited to bring my passion to your family. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage children while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. I encourage open communication with parents, whether...
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 26 years old and a University of Iowa graduate. My experience with childcare includes:
-6 years of volunteering at Church daycare/Sunday school
-4 years of leading a vacation bible school group
-Babysitting relatives and family friends
-Date night sitter
-Summer nanny for 5 years
-Before/after school nanny
-Infant...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 10+ years of experience in childcare, the majority as a nanny for a family of 4 kids aged infant to teenager and spread out in between and recently added my 7-month-old daughter to the mix. I also worked a few years at a daycare caring for infants/toddlers. I can help with coordinating drop off and pick up from...
Mollie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
hey! im addison, a highschool student at dowling in west des moines. I have a experience with kids through nannying, which I have been doing for an amazing family this summer, babysitting on weeknights and weekends, and part time work at a daycare center. I have experience with ages newborn-10 years. I am looking for something...
Addison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
I have 3 years of childcare experience. I can help with any and all activities! I am currently a student at Iowa State University taking all online classes.
Maddi can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Reagan, I am 23 years old and work as a mental health technician for Clive Behavioral Health. I've worked healthcare for 4 years, but I started out nannying/pet sitting for family and friends in the West Des Moines area! I have 5+ years of experience with kids from all ages, along with my BLS/CPR license, covid/flu...
Reagan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Hello!
I've been a special education teacher for many years and would love to pick up some extra summer hours working with fabulous children and families. I would love to play games, go to the park, swim, read, and tap into the interests of your child(ren) .
I can also help with summer tutoring to help make sure that your...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Allison S.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 14 yrs exp
Needing A Sitter Or Nanny? I Am Your Girl! 15 Years Experience, CPR Certified & Loves Kids!!!
My name is Allison and I have great experience in the field of childcare. No matter what age or stage your child is at, I have experienced it and know how to handle it. I enjoy every day I have children around me! CPR certified, COVID vaccinated, transportation, and non-smoker. I can also provide light housekeeping and meal prep...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 23 years old and just finished up my first year of medical school at DMU! I am looking to watch some kiddos for the summer until I start school back up! I am great with kids of all ages! I love to be outdoors, play games, watch movies, etc. I am also great with animals! My fiancé and I have a dog together and we love...
Peyton can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in West Des Moines, IA
Erin M.
5.0
ErinMarie was great for our family! Fun and creative! Our kiddos still love to face time with her!
- Carrie M.
Lindsay B.
5.0
Lindsay was great with our one year old son! We will definitely be hiring her again.
- Care member
Sarah B.
5.0
she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!
- Hannah B.
Meredith R.
5.0
She is energetic and very outgoing, has a passion for kids that really shines through in her care. My son is very strong willed and she was able to handle him like a champ. What I loved most was her communication with me and sharing pictures with me to make me more comfortable, as well as the fact...
- Cali P.
Christine S.
5.0
Christine has helped take care of our boys several days a week for the past year. She is dependable, kind, incredibly caring, and our twins love her.She is so gentle and patient with them; always teaching them new things, they light up when she comes in the house.Christine has become like part of...
- Hilary R.
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FAQs for finding nannies in West Des Moines, IA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in West Des Moines, IA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in West Des Moines, IA is as of is $17.55 per hour as of April, 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 West Des Moines, IA?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in West Des Moines, IA?
You can find different nanny services in West Des Moines through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in West Des Moines, IA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for West Des Moines, IA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Nannies in West Des Moines, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.