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60 newborn nannies are listed in Ankeny, IA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 6 years
Newborn nannies in Ankeny, IA
Jillian K.
Ankeny, IA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a patient, calm, and creative nanny with 6 years of experience. I enjoy playing outdoor sports and physical games, as well as board games and puzzles, with children. I have my CPR training and First Aid certifications. I'm comfortable caring for up to 4 children and I'm somewhat comfortable enforcing household rules.
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I like working with kids because I like to seem them grow. I like to see them become comfortable and I like them to succeed in the world.
I'm looking for a job that is more long term. I like to work for a family for a while
I started working with kids when I was about 12 years old just babysitting here and there, then when I...
Hi I'm Dalaney! I'm a 19-year-old freshman at Dmacc! I'm studying criminal justice as of right now! I grew up in a really small town and babysat all the time. My senior year I got a job at the local daycare! I loved every minutes with the kids so I decided to be a nanny this past summer! I watched four kids everyday! I took the...
Dalaney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Bailee G.
Ankeny, IA
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bailee, I am a Des Moines native and an ISU graduate! I graduated from Iowa State with a bachelor's of science in Human Development and Family Studies, with a specialization in Health, Well-Being, and Prevention. Throughout high school and college I worked in two daycare centers where I cared for children of...
Bailee can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Taylor B.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Taylor and I would love to chat if you need childcare!
I started my childcare experience at an in-home-daycare when I was 13 years old. I later worked in an after-school care program where I was responsible for a group of children (ages ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade). Before moving to Cedar Falls to...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our...
Alex R.
Autumn P.
Ankeny, IA
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Passionate about childcare!
I was a nanny to two great children aged 4-10 and was responsible for making them meals, taking them on outings and helping with school work. As a nursery teacher for 6w - 2y I was in charge of several littles. Keeping them safe, entertained, helping them learn brought me a lot of joy.
I spent most...
I'm a fun loving mother of 2. My daughters are 23 and 19. I have 30+ years of nanny experience. I have experience with all ages and twins. I like to develop a long lasting relationship with my families.
Jan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a dependable, honest, hardworking, good listener and kind person. I have over 10 years experience working with children. My goal as a nanny is to take care of your children, help them grow and learn new things, and watch them have fun playing. I was a stay-at-home mom to my son who is now in school. I will be a great fit for...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hello families,
My name is Sarah, and I am 25 years old. I will move to Des Moines in January 2022, and I am looking for a full-time position as a nanny. I am currently working as a child care provider for a family with a 2. 5-year-old daughter and the second child on its way. I collected many personal and professional...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Michaela C.
Ankeny, IA
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a sophomore at ISU majoring in elementary education and am passionate about caring for children and engaging them in age appropriate activities. I have 3 years of experience in a daycare setting as well as more years of babysitting.
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Layne J.
Ankeny, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy watching children learn and grow, and love the fact that I am helping them do that. I love to get down and play at their level, provide fun and comfort for your children, as well as make you feel your children are in good hands.
Layne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Layne has been our nanny for 6 years and and we love her. She is sweet, dependable, and patient. She treats our children as if they were her own. Layne is constantly working to come up with new fun activities for our kids to keep them engaged and help them learn...
Elizabeth R.
Sophia P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sophia, I am 22, and I am a recent graduate of Iowa State. I am looking for a summer job in the Ankeny area, but would be comfortable driving to other areas of the DSM metro. I have experience with children through babysitting and teaching swim lessons, as well as through lifeguarding. I have a very flexible...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jodie M.
Bondurant, IA
$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, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rose and I'm a Preschool Teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I moved to the Des Moines area from Montana in January of last year. I'm working on rebuilding my collection of families to babysit for! I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and a...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children."
Ramah H.
4.7
(12)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have been watching kids since I was 14 years old I try and make sure that they have a fun time during the duration of my stay and finish any other tasks that they have to do. I'm a life guard and swim instructor so water is not a problem for me....
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace has been watching my 16 month old twins,2-3 days a week, for a few months along with my 3 and 5 year old one day/week. She is very dependable, sweet, and easy going. My twins do have a tough time when I leave, but they always warm up within a few minutes of...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Kelsey and I am a veteran spouse living in Polk City! I have cared for many families all over Iowa and North Carolina (where we were stationed), but am so happy to say we are permanently in Iowa. (I have tons of fabulous references from all types of care giving positions I have been so honored to be a part...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kelsey is a wonderful nanny!! We keep in touch and I will definitely use her again next time I need care!"
Courtney F.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am from Des Moines, IA and am moving to Topeka August 1st for law school. I am looking to meet and connect with new families in the area! I have been watching kids for about 8 years. As of right now, and since I will be in law school, I am looking for more occasional sitting rather than something everyday. I have plenty of...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Megan has cared for our 10 year old several times. She's always punctual and willing to be flexible with our schedules."
Stacy G.
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Ankeny, IA
Taylor B.
5.0
Taylor was absolutely incredible. I truly think she was the glue that held me together when I went through a stressful career change. She went above and beyond daily for my daughters and was a friend to me at the same time. I wish we could have kept her as our nanny forever! I really couldn't...
- Alex R.
Layne J.
5.0
Layne has been our nanny for 6 years and and we love her. She is sweet, dependable, and patient. She treats our children as if they were her own. Layne is constantly working to come up with new fun activities for our kids to keep them engaged and help them learn and grow. Run, don't walk, to hire...
- Elizabeth R.
Jodie M.
5.0
Jodie was great with my two kids and the kids really enjoyed her. Would hire again!
- Lindsay H.
Rose K.
5.0
She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children.
- Ramah H.
Grace T.
5.0
Grace was our after school nanny for our six year old for the better part of the school year. She was very reliable and always showed up on time. She was great about setting boundaries with him and keeping him off screens if that was necessary and would do activities with him. We missed her when her...
- Jillian L.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Ankeny, IA
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Ankeny, IA?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Ankeny, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $16.42 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 Ankeny, IA?
There are 52 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Ankeny, IA on Care.com. You can also read 17 for newborn nannies near you.
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Ratings for Ankeny, IA newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Ankeny, IA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies.