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60 part time child care are listed in West Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 7 years
Part time child care in West Des Moines, IA
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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a certified teacher that is home for the summer. I have welcomed families into my life over the summer months for many years. I have worked with infants all the way through 9th grade. I have an 12-year-old son and a 18-year-old daughter. We love to stay active during the summer. At this time I am looking for a part...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(1)
My name is Sarah and I am currently a 5th grade teacher in the Des Moines area. I am finishing up my second year of teaching and will continue teaching 5th grade next school year. I have always loved working with kids and have experience with all ages from 6 months to 14 years old. I have nannied almost every summer since I was...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!"
Hannah B.
Lindsay F.
West Des Moines, IA
$22/hr • 15 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Looking For A Summer Position And Possibly Part Time During The School Year.
I'm an experienced caregiver who has worked in the childcare industry for over 20 years. I am currently a school bus driver and am looking for part time and possibly summer full time, if it's the right fit.
I'm a kind soul who is great with children of all ages. I've worked in infant rooms through pre k rooms and enjoy what...
Lindsay can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hello!
I've been a special education teacher for many years and would love to pick up some extra summer hours working with fabulous children and families. I would love to play games, go to the park, swim, read, and tap into the interests of your child(ren) .
I can also help with summer tutoring to help make sure that your...
Lisa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
hey! im addison, a highschool student at dowling in west des moines. I have a experience with kids through nannying, which I have been doing for an amazing family this summer, babysitting on weeknights and weekends, and part time work at a daycare center. I have experience with ages newborn-10 years. I am looking for something...
Addison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
2.0
(1)
I am a current part-time nanny for a family in Waukee, with 2 kids, a golden doodle, and occasional relatives from overseas. I do childcare, playing, bath times, reading, some meal preparation, and light housework and picking up. I am college-educated. I have passed a background check as I used to work at Children and Families...
Chloe O.
West Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Chloe and I am seeking a small part-time nanny position for the summer. I am 20 years old and attend the University of Iowa as a Nursing major! I have had lots of experience with kids throughout my whole life and enjoy every minute with them! I'd describe my personality as caring, friendly, and fun. In my spare...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Eleanor P.
West Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am the oldest of three in my family with four step siblings. I also have tons of cousins and grew up babysitting. I worked as a nanny in college and had four children from preschool age-school age with all of their various activities and drop offs. I also have my CPR certification. I love kids of all ages and sizes and...
Eleanor can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Alexa, and I am a 30-year-old professional nanny turned first time mama to my sweet 1 & a half year old son. I would describe myself as extremely loving, nurturing, and positive. I am so grateful to have had a career that I have absolutely loved for the past 10 years, and for the amazing families that I was able...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Giovanni R.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Giovanni and I'm 20 years old. I work part-time at Dillard's as a women's shoes associate. I have a lot of experience working with kids and babies because my family is so big (family of 8). I grew up babysitting baby cousins to middle school aged kids. I was also a camp counselor at Camp Foster YMCA, which was the...
Giovanni can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Precious M.
West Des Moines, IA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Precious, and I'm currently pursuing a degree in Art Education at the University of Iowa.
I have over three years of paid experience working full-time in a daycare, as well as part-time nannying. I absolutely love all things art-whether it's painting, ceramics, or even cooking up colorful, delicious meals. I'm...
Precious can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Lilly C.
West Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Lilly (19 yrs) and I've been a babysitter for 5 years, and a CNA for 3 years now! I just moved to West Des Monies 3 months ago and I currently work part time as a CNA at On with life. I am a student at DMACC to pursue my degree in Elementary Education. I love kids, and I'm a huge people person!
I strongly believe in...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Rachel D.
West Des Moines, IA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
6 Years Of Special Education Teaching Experience, Consistent, Caring, Quality Caregiver .
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, laidback, communicative. I like working with kids because kids are the best. I love to help them grown and learn the world around them. I'm looking for a job that is consistent, in West Des Moines (near home), and allows me to grow. I started working with kids when I was in high school, I...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaylee, and I have been working with kiddos for the last 15 years. I was a dance instructor in Kansas City where I worked with children ages 18 months to 10 years old. I also spent my time in KC babysitting for three different families during the summer, date nights, and overnights when parents traveled. Between...
Kaylee can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I am looking to babysit and/or nanny part time. I have taught for 8 years. I currently teach 3rd-5th grade Special Education. I have had experience with birth-teenagers. I have dealt with behavior and health needs. I am outgoing and love doing activities, going outside, and trying new things.
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Alexandra! I am 29 and a SAHM of one! I have been watching children on and off for the past 16-17 years ranging in ages Newborn-18. My primary responsibilities included giving baths, preparing meals/snacks, providing transportation to activities, assisting with homework, putting the children down for...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex is great with children. She interacts and entertains well with all ages. She is pleasant and on time. "
Emilie Q.
Melanie B.
Johnston, IA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny since April of 2018. Prior to that I worked in childcare, full time for 2 years and part time for 6. I have worked with all age groups from newborns up to high school students. I enjoy reading, writing, arts & crafts, board games and going outside.
I provide light house cleaning, transportation to school and...
Melanie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melanie is an excellent nanny- perfect combination of reliability, knowledge, creativity, organizational skills, flexibility and care! She has been with our family for close to 2 years now (8yr old and almost 3 yr old). She has been BEYOND ANYTHING we could have...
Sriram L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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
5.0
"Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!"
chase A.
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in West Des Moines, IA
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.
Sarah B.
5.0
she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!
- Hannah B.
Alexandra S.
5.0
Alex has been wonderful over the years with babysitting and caring for our daughter since she was a baby. Our daughter is now 8 years old and we still have her take care of her when we are back in town. Alex is extremely attentive, caring, and reliable person that we can always count on. She takes...
- Renee R.
Melanie B.
5.0
Melanie is an excellent nanny- perfect combination of reliability, knowledge, creativity, organizational skills, flexibility and care! She has been with our family for close to 2 years now (8yr old and almost 3 yr old). She has been BEYOND ANYTHING we could have asked for our kids! Melanie has...
- Sriram L.
Alexa C.
5.0
Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!
- chase A.
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How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in West 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 $17.59.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in West Des Moines, IA?
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What types of part time child care services are available near me in West 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 West 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 West Des Moines, IA?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in West 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 West 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 17 part time child care providers near you in West Des Moines, IA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.