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Tasha W.


Ames, IA

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who Loves The Outdoors

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Tasha and I have 8 years of experience. I have a BS degree in civil engineering and am currently pursuing my MS degree in civil engineering. I began nannying and always had a passion for it. I also enjoy cleaning and organizing so I usually offer that service alongside my childcare service. The rates I have listed are...
Tasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tasha is very nice! she was patient with my son and kept him active. She helped me with feeding, diaper changes, playing, and putting the baby to sleep while I was working from home. She was very punctual, friendly, and respectful. I would recommend her and hire...

Melissa V.

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Bonnie F.


Des Moines, IA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Tutor With Over 20 Years Experience

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I not only home schooled my six children through high school, I have tutored other students for five years at a wonderful company in Des Moines, IA. I also tutored in Houston, TX, as well as proctored LSAT exams. While homeschooling gave me experience teaching multiple children with different grade levels, intelligence levels,...
5.0
"It is difficult to find a gifted instructor, who you can trust to help multiple kids at different grade levels, to show a remarkable improvement in your children's academic development. Yet, I found that person with Bonnie. She pushed my children's learning using...

Arechia G.

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Alexandra S.


Waukee, IA

$15-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Caregiver

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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alex is great with children. She interacts and entertains well with all ages. She is pleasant and on time. "

Emilie Q.

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Kirsten M.


Ames, IA

$21/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Dependable Sitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a 22-year-old psychology student at Iowa State University, looking for a summer nanny job I'll love. My love for working with children began early, helping my mom with her at-home daycare. I've also babysat kids ranging from 2 months to 12 years old and spent a gap year nannying two young boys. I'm currently working...
Kirsten can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and...

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Autumn T.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny

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, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Natalie C.


Ames, IA

$12-22/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I've cared for children since middle school because I love helping them grow. As a regular caregiver, I have and do - support infants' development, engage them, diaper them, and help them fall asleep, - ensure toddlers interact with their peers and build their routines, - encourage preschoolers' independence, and -...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Natalie did a great job with our 4 yr old son! He took to her right away and had a blast. He even asked the next morning if she was still there."

Jessica C.

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Marisa C.


Altoona, IA

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Marisa is phenomenal. It's hard to find the words to describe how wonderful she is. She's soft-spoken, patient and trustworthy. She ensures our little ones follow the rules and have educational & safe activities to keep their growing minds busy. She's constantly...

Kayla B.

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Makayla C.


Ames, IA

$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Babysitter And Optional Tutor

I am a freshman at University and I'm looking for a babysitting job around me or Moline, IL when I head home. I have watched my little brother and sister from their early baby stages to their current age of elementary school student, while additionally taking care of my mom's coworkers children. I regularly practice...
Makayla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Makayla is a very sweet, fun, genuine, and a hard working person! She is great at communicating and will be very reliable! Makayla would be a great person to hire because she cares and always does her best at anything she puts her mind to!"

Ellie M.

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Carol M.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr • 20 yrs exp

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, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Rachel D.


Ames, IA

$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

My experience includes tutoring kindergarten through sixth grade in reading through AmeriCorps at Fellows Elementary and Ballard Middle School, assisting teachers in the preschool and Bridge to Kindergarten classrooms at the Hawthorne Judy Center, and working in Ames elementary schools supporting students with autism in all...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alivia S.


Urbandale, IA

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an outgoing and creative caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth. I have 8 years of experience working with children through babysitting and coaching recreational activities. This past summer, I worked at Easterseals summer camp as a counselor for children with special needs. With that job, I led campers...
Alivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Olivia D.


Des Moines, IA

$15/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Olive, and I'm so excited for the opportunity to work with your family. I'm a responsible, caring, and energetic babysitter with 10 years of experience watching children of all ages ( from infants to pre-teens) I take pride in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environments where kids can play, learn, and feel...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Julia S.


Ames, IA

$14/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Julia, a super friendly and caring babysitter who loves spending time with kids. I have years of experience as a babysitter and nannied for a family for two years. I'm confident in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for children of all ages. Whether it's playtime, helping with carpool, homework, or keeping up...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Colleen H.


Des Moines, IA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Fun Activities!

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: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lindsay F.


Ames, IA

$10-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Care

Located in Ames, IA. I have cared for children of multiple ages and volunteered for many years at various youth events and camps. I also was a theatre director for about 25 middle school and high school students. My great-grandmother and my grandmother have lived with me and my family and I cared for both of them. I have a...
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Alyssa A.


Urbandale, IA

$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! I am an elementary special education teacher who is looking for work during the summer months! I love to be outside, do lots of crafts, and have memorable experiences! I have experience tutoring as well as just being a general caregiver. I have experience with children who have autism, as well as other behavioral and...
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Cortney S.


Ames, IA

$10-15/hr

Part Time Tutor

The only experience I have of tutoring is my own siblings, I've never been paid for it. I'm an engineering student at Iowa State University with 4 younger siblings. I'm great with kids of all ages and think tutoring would be a great way to share my knowledge with others and help others grow. I'm from Minnesota, so I'm too far...
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Alivia S.


Urbandale, IA

$18-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Tutoring

I am a college graduate and have experience tutoring kids ages 5-18. While my favorite subjects are math and business skills, I also have experience in many other fields. I also worked at a summer camp for children with disabilities this past summer, and have learned a lot about the way kids brains work and different types of...
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Nora M.


Ames, IA

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nora M

I am a student at the University of Northern Iowa majoring in Elementary and Middle level education. I have a passion for working with children and have nannied for many different families over the past 5+ years! I love engaging in creative activities and making sure the children are having the most fun they can. I have lots of...
Nora can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Mikayla S.


Clive, IA

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced And Enthusiastic Graduate Student Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting/part-time nannying since I was 14 years old. I've had experience with children of all ages, including newborns (overnight as well), autism, and special needs for a teen-young adult with a toddler level functioning level. I have complete baby fever so I love to take care of newborns and toddlers, but I have...
Mikayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more

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Recent tutor reviews in Polk City, IA

Tasha W.

5.0

Tasha is very nice! she was patient with my son and kept him active. She helped me with feeding, diaper changes, playing, and putting the baby to sleep while I was working from home. She was very punctual, friendly, and respectful. I would recommend her and hire her again. Thank you!

- Melissa V.

Bonnie F.

5.0

It is difficult to find a gifted instructor, whom you can trust to help multiple kids at different grade and ability levels, to show a remarkable improvement in your children's academic development. Yet, I found that person with Bonnie. She pushed my children's learning using personalized lesson...

- Arechia G.

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.

Kirsten M.

5.0

Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and pool, so it was a fun and varied...

- 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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