Find Trusted Weekend Child Care Near Me in Altoona, IA

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My family and I moved to the Des Moines area about 2 years ago for my husband's job. I'm a stay-at-home mom to my amazing 3-year-old son. I love to join him in imaginative play, take frequent trips to the library and playground, and offer him many creative outlets. Prior to becoming a mom, I cared for kids ranging from newborn...

Karla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance

5.0

"Karla has been such a blessing for our family and our daughter! Karla has been providing childcare for our 8 month old daughter for the past couple of months. We receive pictures of her throughout the day and Karla keeps notes of when she eats, naps, and has diaper...

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Kaitlin M.

Altoona, IA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Weekends

I have my AS Degree in Childcare. I worked at two daycare centers. I have been a nanny for at six families. I grew up with my aunt having a daycare at her house, so I helped take care of the children. I worked at a camp as a counselor. I worked at a camp for kids who have cancer and their siblings. I have two nieces whom I used...

Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Staci N.

Altoona, IA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child care

I ran a licensed day care/ preschool for over 19 years! Raised 3 beautiful children & now a Grandma of 7! I will be restarting my Daycare IN MY HOME in Altoona on October 1st. Hours will be 24/hrs starting @ 5 a.m. Monday- Friday @ 6pm

Staci can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Chelsie S.

$12-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun But Professional Sitter :)

5.0

(5)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Chelsie and I'm 28 years old. I've raised my two youngest siblings and have babysat for a family friend for 5 years. I love arts and crafts, music, and reading. I love pets, I have 3 kitties and 3 dogs. Please note: I have a full time M-F job so I can only commit to evening jobs...

Chelsie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Chelsie was so amazing with our kids! They played cards and had a great time while we took a few hours to grab some dinner. I would definitely hire her again."

Nicole R.

Miah W.

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

child care

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

If you need a date night or weekend sitter I would love to help out! I've been a nanny for 3 years now and babysat all through high school as well, I have worked with as young as 2 months old! Working with children is a passion of mine and would love to help out as much as I can!

Miah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are away. Felt completely comfortable having our children in her care."

Alison D.

Grace R.

$16/hr • 9 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hello, my name is Gracie! I have 9 years of experience and have worked with newborns to 9 years old. I am currently in nursing school and CPR certified. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, running errands, activities, and more! I will start school at the start of March and end at the start of May but I will have...

Grace can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0

"Gracie was hired very short notice but was very loving and open to anything. She took great care of our kids and they loved her. I would hire her again"

Regan P.

Autumn T.

$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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

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.

Sheryl Y.

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am new to Iowa (been here a year) but not to childcare. I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. My best references are the kids in my neighborhood although I have adult...

Sheryl can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Sheryl has helped to get our grandchild ready for school in the morning one day a week at this point. T can be a challenge at times. She has been able to redirect him as needed with minimal issues. I am happy we found her to help in the mornings I cannot be...

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Rhini A.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I live in Ankeny and work full-time at Blank Children's Hospital as a Child Life Specialist. Looking for evening/ weekend babysitting hours. I taught elementary special education for 5 years prior to working in the hospital setting. If you're looking for occasional hours or need a date night every now and then message me.

Rhini can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Rhini is one of the best child care providers we ever hired. She knows exactly what to do to calm our 16 month old, who did like it when we had to leave. She knows how to engage and have fun with our 5 year old. She's patient and loving and kind. Rhini felt like...

Sarah S.

Carol M.

$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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"My kids loved spending time with her !! Even cried when it was time for her to go they easily fell in love with her she will definitely make you and your kids feel comfortable with her cares. As far as getting to know her she communicated well had references on...

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Sabrina W.

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable And Fun Nanny

Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I babysat on and off throughout middle and high school depending on sports and schooling. I am a fun, outgoing, patient, reliable person. I have a 8-year-old nephew and a 2-year-old niece that I adore. I love helping them learn, play games with or race his matchbox cars, play...

Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more

Kenzie K.

$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kenzie and I am looking to find a nanny job for this summer in the Des Moines area. I am currently a sophomore at the University of Northern Iowa, majoring in psychology and social work with a minor in mental health. I hope to one day work with youth in a counseling setting or working as a social worker in an...

Kenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling

Skills:

First Aid

Mollie K.

$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part Time Baby Sitter

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:

First Aid

CPR

Malin V.

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

Looking For A Full-Time Summer Nanny?

Hello! I am a college student at Iowa state university studying to be a pediatric occupational therapist. I have a lot of experience babysitting as it was my primary job growing up (5+ years). I am the oldest of 2 younger siblings and grew up with pets so I am pet friendly! I also have a car to run errands and carpool! I nanny...

Janaya C.

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Summer Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking for a position as a nanny to consume my summer time where I hope to find a perfect family to spend multiple years with! I would be open to weekend hours, along with occasional date night arrangements. I love kids and I love to encourage kids to be outgoing and active!

Janaya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Baley L.

$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi im Baley. I have worked for boys and girls club for 2 years total. I've worked with middle schoolers, high schoolers and would go see elementary kids on Fridays. I have a lot of little cousins I'd babysit growing up as well as my younger siblings. I'd love to be of help to your family and be the person you need when you're...

Baley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Colleen H.

$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

Yuriko H.

$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp

As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about helping families and making a positive impact on children's lives. I am currently a full-time nanny and I would love to babysit on the weekends!

Ananda S.

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Looking For Part Time And Occasional Babysitting

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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Mackenzie B.

$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caring, Friendly Sitter