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57 overnight babysitters are listed in Des Moines,Ā IA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby overnight babysitters is 6 years
Overnight babysitters in Des Moines, IA
I'd describe my personality as energetic, upbeat, and kind.
I like working with kids because I love seeing them learn and grow over time.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help families and continue working with children.
I started working with kids when I graduated from college in 2011. I received a bachelor's...
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Htee S.
Des Moines, IA
$12/hr ā¢ 1 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with 11 unpaid years of experience caring for my neices, nephews, and just taking care of anyone no matter the ages. My passion for working with children stems from my desire to make a positive impact on their lives and maybe even make an impact for me. I am patient and calm, and I strive to create a...
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My boys love Rachel! She is very patient and can handle my energetic boys. Would definitely recommend!!!"
Kate H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Chelsie and I'm 28 years old. I've raised my two youngest siblings and have babysat for a family friend for 5 years. I love arts and crafts, music, and reading. I love pets, I have 3 kitties and 3 dogs.
Please note: I have a full time M-F job so I can only commit to evening jobs...
Chelsie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She did great with our rambunctious but sweet 2 year old"
Gavin J.
Miranda S.
Des Moines, IA
$15-18/hr ā¢ 10 yrs exp
Fun And Creative Sitter Who Loves The Outdoors And Art Activities.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as goofy, educated, and caring.
I like working with kids because they are always an experience.
I'm looking for a job that fulfills me.
I started working with kids when I was only 10 years old. That is when my first sibling came to the world. After taking care of him, I discovered I enjoy...
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & 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.
Rachel S.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr ā¢ 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Rachel! I have always worked with kids: I have years experience babysitting (6 months-7 years old) and caring children on the spectrum. I cook, clean, and have experience caring for large dogs. Open communication and quality care are the strongest values of mine. Whether you need a committed sitter or someone to watch...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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
Taryn H.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr ā¢ 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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
Lili O.
Des Moines, IA
$15-50/hr ā¢ 3 yrs exp
I have three years of experience working with children through babysitting and caring for younger relatives. During this time, I've developed a passion for creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for kids to thrive. I'm patient, friendly, and reliable, and I maintain open communication with parents, providing...
Lili can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
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: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
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.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr ā¢ 20 yrs exp
3.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carol. I'm currently working as an educational consultant and I tutor and babysit on the side. I have an extensive history of working with children. In high school I worked part time in a day care center with mostly toddlers, I taught preschool for a year right out of college, and I have worked with...
Carol can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids loved spending time with her !! Even cried when it was time for her to go they easily fell in love with her she will definitely make you and your kids feel comfortable with her cares. As far as getting to know her she communicated well had references on...
Care member
Hello! My name is Kalie, I am a graduate student from the University of Iowa. I am in the Des Moines area completing my internship in child life at Blank Children's Hospital. I have multiple years of experience caring for kids of all ages and ability levels. I was a nanny through my undergraduate years and had multiple other...
Kalie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
a dynamic caregiver with a passion for arts, swimming, and outdoor adventures. I excel in organization and lesson planning, nurturing imaginative play and gentle parenting. Let's cook up some fun and make lasting memories together!
Certified in CPR/AED and proud to be a Mandatory Reporter, safety is my top priority as we embark...
May can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Courtney B.
Des Moines, IA
$12-26/hr ā¢ 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Courtney.
I currently live in Des Moines, and graduated with a B. S. in Neuroscience and a certificate in English and Creative Writing at the University of Iowa in 2021. I have been a summer-time nanny for a few years and have 10+ years of experience babysitting. I have coached youth soccer for 4 years and love all...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello I'm Carolyn! I've been working in childcare since March 2023 when I began working at Easterseals Bob and Billie Ray Child Development Center. I love working with kids because I just have a passion for what I do and I love being able to make a positive impact on people and the community. It's the best feeling to walk into...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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 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 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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent overnight babysitter 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.
Chelsie S.
5.0
Chelsie did a great job with our three little kids! she arrived early and communicated her needs and jumped right in with the kids. They loved her and it made leaving the house smooth and easy!
- Emily J.
Madeline H.
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 recommend her if you have a child...
- Alyssa D.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding an overnight babysitter near you in Des Moines, IA
How can I find an overnight babysitter near me in Des Moines, IA that I trust?
Not sure how to find a babysitter near you in Des Moines, IA that you can trust to watch your children overnight? You can use Care.com to search for overnight babysitters who can tackle the babysitter duties you need help with and who have an overnight babysitting rate that aligns with your budget. You can search by years of experience and read through reviews from families to get an idea of how trustworthy an overnight babysitter is, but itās always a good idea to do your own interview and check their references.
How much do you pay a babysitter to stay overnight near me in Des Moines, IA?
Overnight babysitters in Des Moines, IA start at $16.56, but the exact cost of hiring a babysitter to stay overnight can vary based on each sitterās years of experience and qualifications.
What babysitter duties do overnight babysitters near me in Des Moines, IA take on?
Overnight babysitters can take on a wide variety of babysitter duties. You can search Care.com profiles to find an overnight sitter who can help with tasks like cooking, laundry, light housekeeping, and homework. Review 25 profiles to see which babysitter duties care providers near Des Moines, IA feel comfortable tackling.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA overnight babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Overnight Babysitters in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 57 listed overnight babysitters.