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60 part time child care are listed in West Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 7 years
Part time child care in West Des Moines, IA
I began baby-sitting while I was in middle school and have continued to baby-sit for children of all ages and with different needs. I have a little sister who is eight years younger than me, so I have had many opportunities to care for a young child even in my own home. I was also a special Ed associate for a year. I have been a...
Carter can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
2.5
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for a number of kids ranging from 3-year-olds to 15-year-olds. I started this account back in high school as a part time job. Now I have finished grad school, and am working as a Registered Dietitian and have some extra time on my hands that I decided to hope back on this app almost 10 years later! I'd love to help...
Eileen can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! Ive been working in childcare for 6 years, and volunteering with children for 10 years. I have experience working with children from birth-teens. I enjoy doing arts and crafts, being active and providing the highest quality of care to all children in my care. I am also CPR & AED certified for adults and children.
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I used to work as a social worker. For 13 years I worked in homeless shelters, case management, child welfare, medical clinics, and a hospital. However, 13 years ago I had my first child and life took a different path. I have been staying home with my kids since that time, and I have loved being a stay at home parent. Now that...
Jennie N.
Johnston, IA
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jennie! I graduated from the University of Iowa in 2021. I have been a nanny since 2017 for multiple families; ranging from full time to part time and in home care to drop off/pick up. I am comfortable with all ages and pets. I have my own car and am vaccinated. I do currently have a full time wfh job (somewhat...
Jennie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"
Truman J.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"
Kaitlin G.
Makenza W.
Ankeny, IA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
an 20-year-old Ankeny high graduate. I am currently an after school nanny for an 10-year-old who is on the spectrum and semi-verbal. I've been at said job for 2. 5 years now. I'm also a direct support professional at Easter Seals Camp, where i've worked for nearly 2 years! I'm currently looking for another part-time morning...
Makenza can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Marisa C.
Altoona, IA
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an friendly, patient, and creative educator seeking part time work in the summer season. I've earned my degree in both Early Childhood and Elementary Education, as well as having over 10 years of experience working with children via teaching and nannying.
I love organizing, art, children's literature, vintage decor,...
Marisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I have had Marissa watch my son for about a year now. She is amazing! She is always on time or early. Marissa is the type of person that will always put your child/children first. She does not sit them in front of the TV and not interact with them.
There are...
Jessica A.
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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We cannot wait to have her sit again! We appreciated that she took the time and initiative to do some educational and fun activities with sidewalk chalk with our older toddler. Good communication. Macy is awesome!"
Sarah C.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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...
I am a college student here for the summer looking for a part-time job. I have just moved here from California and would love to meet new people. I have babysat my 8 neices and nephews since they were born and went so far as to make them food and whatever else was needed of me. I am 19 years old and currently enrolled in...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Hi! I love caring for children and helping them learn and grow. I've worked with children since I was a child with my mom doing in-home day care and I babysat all through my teenage years. I nannied in-home while going to college, worked with clients who had intellectual disabilities, and then worked several years at a day care...
Ashlee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hi, I am Maddie! I am currently a sophomore at DMACC working towards my nursing degree. Throughout high school I babysat for many families around my hometown. I have 5 years of experience babysitting. I have been a CNA at a nursing home in my hometown for over 4 years. I also just recently got CPR Certified. I can help with...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, im Marissa and I am 21! I have been a full time nanny for 4 years now. I am currently looking for some part time hours while I am school. I have experience with newborns all the way to the age of 13! Would love to chat some more, thanks!
Marissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Annahlee H.
Van Meter, IA
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Upbeat Sitter With 5 Years Of Experience With Children!
Hi! I'm Annahlee. I have my B. A in Graphic Design from the University of Northern Iowa.
I have 5 years of gymnastics coaching experience with children ranging from the ages of 3 to 16 years old and was a full-time nanny the summer of 2022 for two boys.
I have many hobbies, some of which include musical instruments, digital art...
Annahlee can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in West Des Moines, IA
Anna P.
5.0
Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!
- Truman J.
Hallie V.
5.0
Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!
- Kaitlin G.
Marisa C.
5.0
Marisa was amazing! My son was asking for her to watch him again before she even left. I was so grateful for him to be in great hands. She also provided me an update halfway through watching him letting me know things were good and an update with him. I would have Marisa watch my son again for sure....
- Candace C.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in West Des Moines, IA
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 $18.06.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in West Des Moines, IA?
To safely hire part time child care near you in West 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 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.