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Find newborn nannies in Des Moines,Ā IA that youāll love
78 newborn nannies are listed in Des Moines,Ā IA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 6 years
Newborn nannies in Des Moines, IA
5.0
(6)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My boys love Rachel! She is very patient and can handle my energetic boys. Would definitely recommend!!!"
Kate H.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Dear Family,
I am a former preschool teacher of 20 years, have 10 years of full-time nanny experience, CPR/FA certified, and have a B. A. in education.
I love babies, toddlers, and preschoolers! I enjoy watching children grow and helping them learn!
I am willing to do light housework but not be a housekeeper. I love animals...
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We couldn't have been more happy with Jill!!!"
Laura E.
5.0
(4)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Dana has been nannying for us for a few months now. She is very in tune with our baby and his needs, and is great at keeping a schedule (even when we are not!). She is very reliable and always communicates if there are any issues. We trust her with our baby and we...
Molly M.
Mackenzie T.
Des Moines, IA
$23/hr ā¢ 10 yrs exp
I Am A 4 Year Experienced Daycare Teacher. Looking For A Weekend Babysitting/nanny Job!
Hired by 13 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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been a nanny for over 15 years! I have experience with all ages including newborns all the way to high school! I've also been a preschool teacher for six years!
Crystine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Heather R.
Des Moines, IA
$15-17/hr ā¢ 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Heather. I have worked as a nanny and babysitter for many years, since I was in middle/high school. I have worked a social worker for 15 years. I miss working with children in the home. I have been a night nanny for a newborn and newborn twins, as well. I enjoy children newborn to age 12 or so. I have experience with...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is very friendly and likable. "
Laura D.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My names Helen and have been nannying for 6+ years. I enjoy working with newborns & toddlers and getting to see them develop into their own little self. I currently have a full-time job during the week but looking to help a family our regularly maybe 1 or 2 days of the weekend for extra money. I am fun, energetic and love...
Helen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello I'm Madelyn A ! I would be happy to help with many needs including care for children, animals and homes! I have worked with children for many years, whether it's watching family or friends children, after school programs and nannying. I have had many responsibilities including creating fun crafts for children, preparing...
Madelyn can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel, I am 33 years old and I have been working in childcare since 2009. I've been working as a nanny since November of 2015, and previous to that I worked at a child care center in downtown Des Moines as both a resource teacher and then a lead teacher in one of the preschool rooms.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was my son child care provider, she was always very caring, compassionate and encourage my child to learn and try new things."
Jennifer N.
I've been a nanny for over 15 years, working with several families. As a nanny I have had the privilege of mentoring, guiding, and teaching young children, helping them grow into the best versions of themselves. Watching them develop their unique skills and character, I am deeply committed to nurturing their potential and...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Amber M.
Des Moines, IA
$12-30/hr ā¢ 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!"
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi ! I am a very outgoing and energetic gal who is looking to be a nanny. I intend to provide your children with the proper care of a safe and loving environment. I am a very creative person who enjoys doing activities that will encourage your children to learn , grow , and have fun.
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, 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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brienne E.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr ā¢ 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Jayne M.
Des Moines, IA
$10-25/hr ā¢ 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jayne! I'm am a local photographer of families and art. Most of all I'm a huge lover of kids! Up until a year ago I was a nanny for two AMAZING children. Sadly for me it was time for them to start school/daycare so I'm no longer able to nanny them. Now I've decided to go back to what I love and look for a new amazing...
Jayne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Madeline and I am looking for occasional babysitting gigs on week nights / weekends! I'm a University of Iowa grad and am currently in my first year teaching 1st grade here in DSM!! I have years of experience nannying and working at daycares so I'm good with kiddos of all ages:) Let me know if you ever need a...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutoršā„ļø. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him, his confidence has improved tremendously and he's retaining information betteršā„ļø. I would definitely...
Alyssa D.
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Des Moines, IA
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started babysitting, the kids are much happier and...
- Joe W.
Jill H.
5.0
Jill was our nanny when my twins came home from the hospital. They were premature and needed extra attention and care. She was so good with them, structured and caring. She is still part of our family.
- Care member
Dana A.
5.0
Very responsive, reliable and professional
- Greg V.
Hailey J.
5.0
Hailey is very friendly and likable.
- Laura D.
Rachel H.
5.0
Rachel has been a full-time nanny for our two boys since our youngest was 12 weeks old. (He is now 3.5) She has been a truly loving caregiver to both of them, and we feel so lucky to have her in our lives. Every day she plans fun outings to the park, library, or some other activity, and she has been...
- Sarah P.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Des Moines, IA
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Des Moines, IA?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Des Moines, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $16.78 per hour as of April, 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 Des Moines, IA?
There are 78 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Des Moines, IA on Care.com. You can also read 69 for newborn nannies near you.
How do I find a newborn nanny service near me in Des Moines, IA?
Itās easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Des Moines, IA. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 69 reviews of the 78 listed newborn nannies.