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60 part time child care are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 6 years
Part time child care in Des Moines, IA
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Megan. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services from Iowa State University. I work full-time at a Preschool as a Pre-K teacher in Des Moines. You can find me outside going for a run or just enjoying nature. I have 2 sisters. I have a ton of experience working with children of all ages in...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Megan was fantastic with our 2 year old Boston Terrier while we were away on vacation! We highly recommend her!"
Lisa H.
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, carpooling, 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.
Payton B.
Des Moines, IA
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Payton, I have 4 years of experience in childcare. I've worked as an art teacher, swim instructor and coach, summer camp counselor, part-time babysitter, and special needs assistant. I currently attend school at Drake University, I am a part of Delta Gamma Sorority and Student Senate. I am Lifeguard certified, CPR and...
Payton can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia was on-time and was helpful with my kids. My house was left in great condition and the kids enjoyed their experience with her. When our event went a little longer than expected, she was flexible and understanding."
Rachel F.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carol is amazing! She babysits for us occasionally and also provided care for my two daughters over the summer of 2018. I always know my children are in wonderful hands and that they're learning something when they're with Carol. She provides enrichment activities,...
Emily M.
3.3
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I'm Autumn, and I have over seven years of experience working with kids ranging from infants to middle school age. I graduated from Iowa State University in 2023 and have recently moved back to Iowa and am looking for something more part-time / as needed! I do have my own car, so transportation would not be a problem. I...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Autumn is absolutely amazing! She is great with the kids. She actually plays with them and is NOT the type of sitter who just sits on her phone. She checks in with me, let's me know how things are going. She is even great at helping out last minute when needed....
Elizabeth G.
I've always loved kids since I was little. I have a little boy of my own and love staying home with him. I thought this would be the perfect job.
Hi there, my name is Heaven and I'm an energetic and creative 25-year-old! I graduated from Iowa State University with a bachelors degree in Acting, Directing and Musical Theatre. I'm looking for a part time position, and my rates start at $25/hour for one child. I'm CPR certified, have my own car. I have taken care of my...
Heaven can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I have been both a babysitter and nanny to children between the ages of 3 months and 12 years. In the past, I have cared for 1-5 children at a time. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Music Minor from Drake University in 2020. I have 4 years of experience in social work, which informs me as a...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Emily K.
Des Moines, IA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Kindergarten-Prep Teacher - Looking For Part-Time Hours
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Emily and I am a 32 year young Registered Nurse. I have been travel nursing for the last 2 years, currently looking for part-time work while I am taking a short break. I am BLS/CPR certified.
I have been an inpatient Medical/Surgical Nurse for the past 4 years. I have worked ages between 20-100 in this role. I am...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love being outdoors, I love playing sports with children. I love arts and crafts and building and creating new things. I have 3 nieces and 2 nephews, I have experience in caring for children, assisting with homework, drop off and pick up from school and daycare. I am able to assist with meal preparations, laundry, housekeeping...
Mollie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I attended DMACC and studied Early Childhood Development for two years then I transferred to Iowa State University and studied Child, Adult, and Family services. I took three years off of school to work full time at a childcare center in the infant room in between attending DMACC and Iowa State University. I have also worked in...
Ananda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
From the time I was born, my mother was a registered child care provider and continued a business out of our home for 12 years so I grew up in that environment all my life. Shortly after my mother stopped her business, my sister became a registered child care provider and now runs a successful business out of her home. I have...
Jumacia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hello, I've been working with children since I started babysitting at 13. I am enjoying staying home full-time with my 3-year-old son. I'm open to begin nannying again with my son in-tow. I love working with families who just need a little help a few days a week, as it can be difficult juggling parenthood with everything else....
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Anne A.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a current law student looking for a part time job. I have always babysat and previously nannied for a bit during college
Have been a caregiver for 6 years, can do full time, part time, and be flexible with your needs! I understand wanting to make your loved ones comfortable and finding the best care for them and you're family!
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Leah R.
Des Moines, IA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Full Time Caregiver Available (until The Start Of School - Hours Will Vary)
I have cared for quite a few children, most in the age range of newborns to 12. I have experience working with special needs kids, sick kids, and babies. I can give baths, put to bed and feed, take them places as needed, and help with homework.
I am looking for something part-time as I'm in school. I currently work at ChildServe...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Paige S.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced educator who loves providing a safe and fun environment where kids can learn and play.
I am employed full time at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and part time as a Guide for Wander Women Midwest.
Some fun facts about me!
- I am the oldest of four girls and have been babysitting/nannying for around...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello my name is Kenzie and I love kids! I have worked for the past year as a special education para-professional where I worked mostly with kindergarten-second grade. I moved to Des Moines to pursue an elementary education degree. I'm currently working as a server, but having a hard time fitting into the schedule, so I am...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Avery and I am looking for a part-time nanny job (ideally after school type care). I enjoy many different types of activities; both indoor and outdoor! A few facts about me:
- I currently work in the restaurant industry, where I have been for 15 months
- I have a 5-year-old Golden Doodle (named Meadow) and love...
Avery can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in Des Moines, IA
Megan L.
5.0
Megan was fantastic with our 2 year old Boston Terrier while we were away on vacation! We highly recommend her!
- Lisa H.
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.
Sophia B.
5.0
The kids really liked her!!! They want her to come back.
- Alyssa A.
Carol M.
5.0
Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!
- Care member
Autumn T.
5.0
Autumn is absolutely amazing! She is great with the kids. She actually plays with them and is NOT the type of sitter who just sits on her phone. She checks in with me, let's me know how things are going. She is even great at helping out last minute when needed. Autumn is definitely now my go-to...
- Elizabeth G.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Des Moines, IA
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in Des Moines, IA?
Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in IA is $15.64.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in Des Moines, IA?
To safely hire part time child care near you in Des Moines, IA, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.
What types of part time child care services are available near me in Des Moines, IA?
The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Des Moines, IA who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for part time child care near me in Des Moines, IA?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Des Moines, IA, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.
How many hours a week can I hire part time child care near me in Des Moines, IA?
You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 25 part time child care providers near you in Des Moines, IA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA part time child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Part Time Child Care in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care.