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60 night nannies are listed in Polk City, IA
The average posted rate is $30/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby night nannies is 9 years
Night nannies in Polk City, IA
Jillayne A.
Des Moines, IA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
School Psychologist With Extensive Care Experience- Occasional/ Summer Availability!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
*I only accept occasional evening or weekend jobs during the school year.*
Hi! I'm Jillayne and I am a very experienced babysitter and nanny, including full-time for young twins, a year in Germany for three, and for many date nights. I am a School Psychologist in elementary schools. I have my Master's and Specialist degrees in...
Jillayne can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She took care of my 5 year old on short notice. She made popcorn, colored pictures and played trains with him. Hire her. Would hire again!"
Wayne K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
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
Shelby L.
Urbandale, IA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Shelby. I have over 10 years of experience working in the early childhood education field. I'm a mature, reliable, flexible, and high-energy caregiver, with a passion for teaching and caring for children! I've been working with children since I was in high school. I worked from 2013 to 2019 in a child care...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shelby is a delight! She has a genuine passion and love for children! Shelby is reliable and very dedicated to what she does. She enjoys engaging and has a joyful spirit! Shelby is trustworthy and honest. It is an honor to have her as a friend and apart of my child...
Jill O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 22-year-old psychology student at Iowa State University, looking for a summer nanny job I'll love. My love for working with children began early, helping my mom with her at-home daycare. I've also babysat kids ranging from 2 months to 12 years old and spent a gap year nannying two young boys.
I'm currently working...
Kirsten can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and...
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Taryn H.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Why You Should Consider Me As A Caretaker For Your Child!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Taryn! Here's a bit about me:) I'm 20 years old, and hoping to continue my education in business at dmacc, I've been around kids and helping take care of them since before I could remember, and as the oldest sister of 6, babysitting here and there, helping my mom with her childcare business at home and being a nanny for...
Taryn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Taryn is so caring and friendly to our 5 and 3 year old. She's very artistic and creative as well so she is always coming up with fun activities for my girls. They love when I tell them Taryn is coming over which is very reassuring as a parent. She's very...
Jessica M.
Inna D.
Waukee, IA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello I Am 18 Years Old, And Am Searching For A Full Time, Part Time, Date Nights
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Innessa and I'm 19 yrs of age. As an experienced nanny, I understand the importance of providing high-quality childcare that supports both the emotional and developmental needs of children. My background includes several years of working with families, during which I have honed my ability to create a safe,...
Inna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Innessa has been great! Our little guy adores her. :)"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Dear Family,
I have a full-time nanny position. I would be happy to help with date nights and one-time positions.
I have a B. A. in education. I am a preschool teacher/director with over 20 years of teaching experience. I also have 10 years of nanny experience. I have experience with children ages birth - 13 years old that has...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Jill is an amazing childcare provider. She is creative, loving and very active! I get to work with her in a volunteer capacity at our church. She has made a huge impact on our Sunday school and Vacation Bible School programs. Her creativity is amazing and her...
Amy M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I'm an experienced nanny with over a decade of dedicated childcare expertise. If you're in need of reliable and experienced help for overnight or weekend care, I'm here to assist. With a passion for providing a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment for children, I'm ready to support your family's needs. Feel...
Destinee can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Destinee is AMAZING, not just as a caregiver but as a human being. She has been with our family for a while now and we would keep her forever if we could. She is truly our child's best friend. She is patient, thoughtful, creative, reliable, flexible, etc. She has...
Rachel M.
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
Sophia B.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 20 years old in college at DMACC. I've worked at my church daycare/summer camp, in school with disabled peers, and been employed in a professional daycare for over a year. After that, I was the assistant director of an after-school program (laid off due to Covid). Now I nanny part time attending school full time for about 3...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The kids really liked her!!! They want her to come back."
Alyssa A.
Amber M.
Des Moines, IA
$12-30/hr • 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: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Amber did a great job staying with our daughter, while my wife and I went on a date. She had no problems coming to meet us for an interview. She seemed very knowledgeable about watching kids due to her background experience. We will certainly be using her again in...
Henry T.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Kayt!
I am currently looking for a part-time recurring nanny job to earn a little extra cash. I am a single mama to two amazing kiddos, my son is 4 and my daughter is 6. We live in Johnston. I work full-time in HR but have a few days off a week where my kiddos are in school/programs, as well as some...
Kayt can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am a junior studying Business Management at Iowa State! I have babysat for 8 years, and within those, I have also been a nanny for 4 summers. I really enjoy working with kids and planning activities for us to do! Going to the beach, parks, or even just painting have been some of my favorites. I...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny and household manager for the past nine years. I love working with kids, I love the freedom and the responsibility of being a household manager And I feel that that position has really made me feel fulfilled. When it comes to children, I love everything from museums, park visits, arts and crafts, music,...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Heather R.
Des Moines, IA
$15-17/hr • 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Madison and I am a current elementary school teacher. I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa, go panthers! I have had about 6-7 years of babysitting/nanny experience and will be available as an as needed date night sitter.
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm only available for occasional weeknight/weekend babysitting.
I was a professional nanny for 8 years in New Jersey. I've babysat for a variety of families starting when I was 14. I will bring games, crafts, and activities with me and help kids with their homework, tidying up before bed, and any other needs they have while...
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Throughout my last year I worked at an Early Childhood afterschool program there. With this came lots of trainings/certifications and some great experiences with little ones :) I have also been a nanny the past 2 summers for 3 kiddos and I have lots of babysitting experience! I love cooking, cleaning, and doing fun crafts with...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent night nanny reviews from local parents in Polk City, IA
Jillayne A.
5.0
She took care of my 5 year old on short notice. She made popcorn, colored pictures and played trains with him. Hire her. Would hire again!
- Wayne K.
Maren F.
5.0
Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again
- Katie C.
Shelby L.
5.0
Shelby is a delight! She has a genuine passion and love for children! Shelby is reliable and very dedicated to what she does. She enjoys engaging and has a joyful spirit! Shelby is trustworthy and honest. It is an honor to have her as a friend and apart of my child and families life!
- Jill O.
Kirsten M.
5.0
Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and pool, so it was a fun and varied...
- Care member
Taryn H.
5.0
Taryn was great with my 10yo and 2yo. I would hire her again. The girls absolutely love her. I recommend her and trust her with my girls.
- Tracy J.
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FAQs for finding a night nanny in Polk City, IA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a night nanny in Polk City, IA?
Hiring a night nanny in Polk City, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $30.00 per hour as of March 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience they have and any additional needs beyond what a night nanny would typically manage.
How do I find a night nanny near me in Polk City?
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What type of services do night nannies near me in Polk City, IA offer?
Night nannies in Polk City, IA can come to your home in the evening to take care of your newborn during the overnight hours when you are asleep. They handle things like feeding, changing diapers and soothing your baby back to sleep. Some night nannies in Polk City can help sleep train infants so they will stay asleep for longer periods of time after the nanny's services are no longer needed. Some are also trained to manage colicky babies and newborns with reflux issues.