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60 newborn nannies are listed in Johnston, IA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 6 years
Newborn nannies in Johnston, IA
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & 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.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Olivia. I graduated from Iowa State in May of 2022 and am currently in grad school to be a school counselor. I live in Johnston, Iowa and I am looking to nanny for a family throughout the week (Monday-Friday). I am looking to either nanny one kid, or multiple, I don't have a preference! I started baby sitting when I...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Anna B.
Johnston, IA
$14-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi parents! My name is Anna B. and I am a sophomore at Iowa State University majoring in elementary education. I am looking for a nanny position during the school year that would work with my classes as well. I've had multiple years of babysitting experience and have been a nanny for the last three years. I currently work in...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Amber and I am currently a student at Iowa State University. I will be a senior in the fall majoring in early childhood education. I am looking for a summer nanny position!
Amber can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hi there! My name is Alexa and I currently work as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. I am Adult and Child CPR/First Aid Certified.
I have had a lot of childcare work through church programs, family/friend babysitting, and a couple part time summer nanny jobs. The age I have the most experience in are newborns through to...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
After being a stay at home mom for 12 years, I worked for 2 years in special education, and the last 4 years providing Medicaid CDAC work, home health aide work, and hospice care. I love working with all types of individuals and highly value their personal needs whether it is companionship, transportation, house keeping,...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Des Moines in 2022 from Minnesota. I am looking for recurring date nights and weekend babysitting jobs! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren helped me for a few weeks, a few hours a day during my maternity leave. She was very reliable and always willing to do extra things to help out. She is sweet and we enjoyed having her."
Lariss M.
Melanie B.
Johnston, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a creative and energetic childcare provider. I enjoy reading, cooking, arts and crafts, playing games and being outdoors. I have been a nanny since April of 2018. I was responsible for drop off and pick up from school, preparing meals, taking children on outings (park, zoo, swimming, science center etc.) teaching both life...
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a nannying position for this summer! I have been nannying on and off for around 3 years and am comfortable with all ages! I also worked at a daycare and took the required CPR classes and I am certified! Let me know if you are interested in getting to know more about me and the schedule I'm looking for!
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
My name is Makayla, I am a sophomore at Drake University majoring in early education minoring in vocal music theory. I have been nannying in my free time for about three years nannying for ages 0-8 and up to three children at a time. I have experience in preparing meals both regular and for children with dietary restrictions. I...
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Leah R.
Johnston, IA
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for children and have worked off an on with kids for years. My sweet spot is infants, toddlers and early elementary. I'm very relational and love interacting with the kids, helping them explore life, outdoors, creative play, etc. I'm looking for a couple part time / one full - time nanny option, 1-2...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Adrianne H.
Johnston, IA
$16-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Adrianne and I am a 24-year-old caregiver and a teacher in the Des Moines area. I am a patient and caring person and love the having the opportunity to work with children and watching them grow! I have experience caring for children of all ages since I was 15, as well as growing up with younger siblings. I...
Adrianne can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Adrianne watched our older kids and everything went well."
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3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Audrey. I have experience working in the home and working in a daycare setting. I have taken classes in elementary education at DMACC and Iowa State. I am trained in CPR, first aid, and other protective procedures. I have experience with adhd and autism. I am very creative and enjoy art projects, games, and science...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Highly responsible, dependable, and punctual!"
Heather L.
I used to work as a social worker. For 13 years I worked in homeless shelters, case management, child welfare, medical clinics, and a hospital. However, 13 years ago I had my first child and life took a different path. I have been staying home with my kids since that time, and I have loved being a stay at home parent. Now that...
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
If you need a date night or weekend sitter I would love to help out!
I've been a nanny for 3 years now and babysat all through high school as well, I have worked with as young as 2 months old!
Working with children is a passion of mine and would love to help out as much as I can!
Miah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are away. Felt completely comfortable having our children in her care."
Alison D.
Alexa M.
Waukee, IA
$22-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexa and I have 10 years of childcare experience. I'm fun, goofy, and have a very bubbly personality! Give me all the Disney, sweet treats, and adventures. I'm still a kid at heart, which puts childcare right up my alley. I've always worked in childcare, and I love it. Watching kids grow and develop, makes my...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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...
Joe W.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Addie is an excellent caregiver. She has babysat our 20 month son twice with absolutely wonderful skill and care. I fully trust her and am excited for her to babysit him again."
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Johnston, IA
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.
Lauren L.
5.0
Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)
- Stephanie R.
Adrianne H.
5.0
Adrianne watched our daughter for four days while we were traveling through the Des Moines area. She was wonderful! Took great care of our daughter, kept her entertained but also set good boundaries. Our daughter waited excitedly by the door every morning before Adrianne arrived. So thankful for to...
- Christa J.
Audrey I.
5.0
Highly responsible, dependable, and punctual!
- Heather L.
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 a newborn nanny near me in Johnston, IA
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Johnston, IA?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Johnston, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.43 per hour as of January, 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 Johnston, IA?
There are 14 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Johnston, IA on Care.com. You can also read 19 for newborn nannies near you.
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Ratings for Johnston, IA newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Johnston, IA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies.