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60 newborn nannies are listed in Ames, IA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 5 years
Newborn nannies in Ames, IA
Megan H.
Ames, IA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a Childcare worker with 4 years experience of working with all different aged children, but mostly with babies and young toddlers as I was the infant room lead teacher for about the last two years. I recently moved to Ames and I would love to be a nanny. I love nurturing and caring for babies & children; they are my true...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Joseline N.
Ames, IA
$14-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is josie, I'm an 20-year-old college student! I like to play soccer and read! I started babysitting 6 years ago. Two years ago I decided to try something new and became a nanny! I love babysitting and making memories with kids! I also recently worked at a family members daycare and it was the best job ever! Working...
Joseline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Josie!! It's great knowing my son is well taken care of. Very communicative and caring. And super flexible with my work/meeting schedule. So glad we found her!"
Mikayla B.
Hi everyone! I plan on Student Teaching this fall in South East Polk and Norway. I am currently in Ames until I move to Des Moines in a couple weeks. I am looking for families to help out in the Ankeny and Des Moines area! I am currently pretty available, so I can work around schedules!
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Mckenzie C.
Ames, IA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm looking for a nannying position that offers me 30-40 hours/week. I have reliable transportation and would be fine with traveling to any surrounding towns of Ames. I've been babysitting since I was young, worked as a respite care worker in high school and have also spent time working in a daycare/preschool. I have experience...
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mary L.
Ames, IA
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
Dedicated To Making Parents' Lives Easier And Children's Lives More Enjoyable!
Last summer I was a nanny for two families, both with two children. I also babysat for a family with four kids and my neighbors with three children regularly for a few years.
I'd describe my personality as creative, inquisitive, and outgoing.
I like working with kids because they are all unique and interesting. It's never a...
Logan M.
Ames, IA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Logan and I am a student at Iowa State University. I am in my junior year and will be home for the summer. I am looking for a nanny job over the summer whether that be part-time or full-time. I have three years of experience babysitting for a few different families, as well as one year of experience working at a...
Logan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a student at the University of Northern Iowa majoring in Elementary and Middle level education. I have a passion for working with children and have nannied for many different families over the past 5+ years! I love engaging in creative activities and making sure the children are having the most fun they can. I have lots of...
Nora can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kadence H.
Ames, IA
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Kadence! It is great to virtually meet you! I am a 20-year-old professional nanny. I have extended experience with preschool aged children, school aged children, and especially children with special needs! My previous job was as a site suprivisor overseeing a before and after school program for around 50 kids ages 3...
Kadence can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Kacie M.
Ames, IA
$15-16/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there, my name is Kacie! I have experience in babysitting children anywhere from infants to young teens! I am more than happy to take your kids to school and pick them up after, as well as taking them to and from after school activities. I would be more then willing to run errands, pick up groceries, cook and clean! I am...
Kacie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Andrea S.
Ames, IA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Empathetic, nurturing, and reliable with three years of professional experience in childcare. Invested in aiding in the physical, mental, and emotional well-being and development of children entrusted to my care.
I have over three years of experience working with children ages 2 months to 5 years old and I am currently in my...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Ella C.
Ames, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, outgoing and friendly.
I like working with kids because they make me happy and I love to make people smile. Kids make my days better and I enjoy being around them.
I'm looking for a job that gives me a consistent schedule and the opportunity to work with children that I care about lot...
Ella can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Tasha and I have 8 years of experience. I have a BS degree in civil engineering and am currently pursuing my MS degree in civil engineering. I began nannying and always had a passion for it. I also enjoy cleaning and organizing so I usually offer that service alongside my childcare service. The rates I have listed are...
Tasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tasha is very nice! she was patient with my son and kept him active. She helped me with feeding, diaper changes, playing, and putting the baby to sleep while I was working from home. She was very punctual, friendly, and respectful. I would recommend her and hire...
Melissa V.
Madison O.
Ames, IA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Madison (22) and I am a caregiver from Ames. I am in my final year of English and Secondary Education, and will be full-time student teaching in the fall at the middle school level in ELA!
I've been working with children my entire life. I have four younger sisters who are 10+ years younger than me. Because of our large...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Eimile P.
Ames, IA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Eimile, I'm 23 years old, and I live in Ames! I'm the oldest of 4 kids and spent much of my childhood caring for my siblings, then started nannying right after high school. I've cared for as many as 2 children at a time professionally but I am able to care for more! I spent 1 year nannying a 3 y/o and 5 y/o,...
My name is Lydia, and I am a Special Education teacher in the Clear Creek Amana School District. I am seeking occasional nannying/babysitting/jobs or tutoring services after school or on the weekends! I am located in the Cedar Rapids area. I have been a special education teacher for two years, was a nanny for several summers,...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
I'm a positive and reliable person that is able to be organized and take any responsibility upon myself. I am comfortable around all ages of children as well as flexible with adjusting to their routines. I enjoy being around children, and interacting with them to their level along with doing tasks that are asked of me.
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Megan T.
Ames, IA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I m 20 years old and just moved to Ames. I love dogs and kids. I have experience nannying. I nannied for two years full time for one child. I'm good with babies and toddlers. I have my own vehicle and I'm willing to take the kids out or to doctors etc. I'm available all week and looking to work full time.
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nancy. I am from Ecuador. My background in Psychology, my experience, as well as my emphatic nature has given me the tools and the abilities needed to provide excellent care. I have been a professional nanny for more than 10 years. I am a mom and I have enjoyed raising my two children. I have been responsible for...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My son loves Nancy. She's very engaged, loving and patient. She was very flexible and able to adjust to changing schedules. She worked with my son and taught him Spanish in less than a year. She made it possible for me to leave the house and never worry about how...
Sheila C.
Sonia F.
Ames, IA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny Experience Of 10 Years Looking For Full Time Opportunity
I have a vocation for childcare, I consider myself an educated, respectful person, but at the same time fun and with a good sense of humor. My responsibilities as a babysitter are usually from bathing them, dressing them, preparing food, entertaining them with games and light cleaning.
Sonia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm 24 and I love children and growing up with 5 siblings, there was always plenty to do. I have nannied several children in the past, ranging from newborn to age 12. I have my own reliable vehicle and am comfortable with pets! I am AED certified BLS.
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Isabel! She watches our one year old baby boy and he loves her. She's always on time and is very dependable when we need her. I highly recommend her for childcare, she's a natural!"
Karmen S.
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Ames, IA
Joseline N.
5.0
Our girls had so much fun with Jose! We can't wait to hire her again!
- Allie G.
Tasha W.
5.0
Tasha is very nice! she was patient with my son and kept him active. She helped me with feeding, diaper changes, playing, and putting the baby to sleep while I was working from home. She was very punctual, friendly, and respectful. I would recommend her and hire her again. Thank you!
- Melissa V.
Nancy B.
5.0
My son loves Nancy. She's very engaged, loving and patient. She was very flexible and able to adjust to changing schedules. She worked with my son and taught him Spanish in less than a year. She made it possible for me to leave the house and never worry about how my son was doing. She had it...
- Sheila C.
Isabel S.
5.0
We love Isabel! She watches our one year old baby boy and he loves her. She's always on time and is very dependable when we need her. I highly recommend her for childcare, she's a natural!
- Karmen S.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Ames, IA
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Ames, IA?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Ames, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $16.25 per hour as of March, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in Ames, IA?
There are 59 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Ames, IA on Care.com. You can also read 24 for newborn nannies near you.
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Ratings for Ames, IA newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Ames, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies.