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Hello there!
I am a SAHM of two toddler boys, looking for ways to help other families this summer! Before becoming a SAHM, I was a primary elementary teacher in the Des Moines area.
I am fairly flexible as long as you don't mind my toddlers tagging along during the work day. 3 p.m. and later I can typically leave the boys...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Jen G.
Polk City, IA
$11-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a mama of five sweet kiddos! Ages 1-11. Four of them will go to school in the fall, so I will just have a 1-year-old girl home with me. I'm looking for a part time job nanniying just one kid in my home; it'd be cool if they were close to my daughters age! I am a registered nurse, but have stayed home with my kids the...
Jen can also help with: Meal prep
Makenza W.
Ankeny, IA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm 19 years old and graduated from Ankeny High School. I'm currently a part time nanny for a semi-verbal 9-year-old on the spectrum. I'm comfortable sitting for ages 2+ and have been helping with kids for most of my life as I have 3 younger siblings! I also work at Easter Seals providing respite care for individuals with...
Makenza can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021.
I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."
Ashraf Q.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Erin. I live in Ankeny, Iowa. I have a BA in Child Development from Rowan University. I have experience with children ranging from infancy to teenage including ones on the spectrum and other special needs. I do have my own car with a great driving record. I do not drink/smoke and am pet friendly.
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10 would recommend for anybody who needs an extra friendly face around the house to help with all needs!!"
Mikayla K.
Anna P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"
Truman J.
5.0
(1)
I love children and pets! I have worked in a daycare for 2 years and have worked with all different ages. I love pets and have worked with all different species of animals and have pet sat many times.
5.0
"Erika was an asset to our family! She was consistent, reliable, & good at communicating with us. She covered transportation & after school care for a semester for my elementary/middle school aged daughters. I would definitely hire her again!!"
Laura M.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My names Rylee! I'm an enthusiastic and caring nanny with 6 years of experience! I started babysitting at 15 and then started part time nannying that summer. I got a job at a daycare shortly after and continued to work part time there until I graduated high school. Once I graduated I worked there full time for a year...
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 3 and a caregiver with 20 years of professional experience caring for seniors, people with mental disabilities, and children of all ages.
Debra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! Thank you for looking at my profile. I am 22 years old and currently work for a nonprofit, but am hoping to fill a few of my evenings helping families with childcare. I have been a nanny for two families during my college years for about 4 summers and have experience transporting and spending time with children of all...
Meagan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have experience working with multiple families of various ages. I graduated from Purdue University in Indiana with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I am currently in my fourth year of teaching, and have experience teaching in different grade levels (first, second, third, and fifth). I am passionate about working...
Renae can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am 27 years old and looking for a side job. I have an associates degree in accounting, and am currently going back to school 3 days a week to be a nail technician! I have a baby who will be 1 in April! I have seven years of experience as a personal assistant with daily tasks ranging from scheduling appts, running errands,...
Mallory can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Valerie B.
Ankeny, IA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
18 Years Old Musician And Loves Kids! Full Time Summer Nanny
Hello I am a 18-year-old college student and I absolutely love kids! I am looking for a part time job- I have classes from 8 a.m. until 1:40 pretty much every day, but have the rest of the afternoon free if you are looking for a nanny for your little ones! My comfort zone is typically younger, I have experience with infants to...
Valerie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 53yrs old, grand mother of 7. I have several years experience in a variety of child care positions. We have lived in Maryland for 4 years. I have excellent references.
Kelley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm looking to find a part time, very flexible nanny job. I will be starting Dental Hygiene school in August 2024, and need something that is flexible with my class schedule. I've cared for a lot of families from Care. com and would love to add your littles to my circle:)
Hallie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"
Kaitlin G.
Raquel D.
Ankeny, IA
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter/Nanny/ Organizer/ Love Cleaning And Cooking
I have worked at several day cares. I can be certified to practice CPR and I love kids. I have a 3-year-old that wouldn't be with me. I am going through a divorce and could really use the extra income. I LOVE organizing, cleaning, cooking and I am loyal and easy going and easy to work with!
Raquel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm almost 25 years old. I am very experienced with children of all ages. I previously worked as a Para-educator at an elementary school, working 1 on 1 with special needs kiddos. I was a para for 3 years. I also worked with minor age clients who have special needs in the home as well as the community, and have about 2 years of...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Maggie. I started baby sitting in middle school. My parents would go on double dates with friends. I would watch my brother, and their daughter and son. Their son had autism but the 2 of us had a special bond. I also started baby sitting for a family in high school that had 3 kids. Twins who were between 3-4 and their...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in Polk City, IA
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.
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
Erin M.
5.0
Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10 would recommend for anybody who needs an extra friendly face around the house to help with all needs!!
- Mikayla K.
Anna P.
5.0
Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!
- Truman J.
Erika B.
5.0
Erika was an asset to our family! She was consistent, reliable, & good at communicating with us. She covered transportation & after school care for a semester for my elementary/middle school aged daughters. I would definitely hire her again!!
- Laura M.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Polk City, IA
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in Polk City, 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 $15.50.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in Polk City, IA?
To safely hire part time child care near you in Polk City, 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 Polk City, 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 Polk City, 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 Polk City, IA?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Polk City, 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 Polk City, 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 2 part time child care providers near you in Polk City, IA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.