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39 weekend nannies are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 7 years
Weekend nannies in Des Moines, IA
Mackenzie T.
Des Moines, IA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A 4 Year Experienced Daycare Teacher. Looking For A Weekend Babysitting/nanny Job!
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently 26 years of age. I have 10 years experience working with children, age ranging from newborn to school age kid. I currently work full time as a private nanny during the week. I'm a loving, caring person. I enjoy being around kids they truly light up my world. I'm energetic, adventurous, crafty. I enjoy playing...
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny and household manager for the past nine years. I love working with kids, I love the freedom and the responsibility of being a household manager And I feel that that position has really made me feel fulfilled. When it comes to children, I love everything from museums, park visits, arts and crafts, music,...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amber M.
Des Moines, IA
$12-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Amber did a great job staying with our daughter, while my wife and I went on a date. She had no problems coming to meet us for an interview. She seemed very knowledgeable about watching kids due to her background experience. We will certainly be using her again in...
Henry T.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and nurturing professional who is patient, fun loving, and reliable. I have direct and respectful communication, I am trustworthy, and I am healthy in mind, body, and spirit. I enjoy nature, arts and crafts, reading, writing, exercise, personal development, and gardening.
I have over 30 years of experience...
Dana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 26 years old and a University of Iowa graduate. My experience with childcare includes:
-6 years of volunteering at Church daycare/Sunday school
-4 years of leading a vacation bible school group
-Babysitting relatives and family friends.
-Date night sitter
-Summer nanny for 5 years.
-Before/after school nanny for 1...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Madeline and I am looking for occasional babysitting gigs on week nights / weekends! I'm a University of Iowa grad and am currently in my first year teaching 1st grade here in DSM!! I have years of experience nannying and working at daycares so I'm good with kiddos of all ages:) Let me know if you ever need a...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutor😀♥️. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him, his confidence has improved tremendously and he's retaining information better😀♥️. I would definitely...
Alyssa D.
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/nannying for the last 6+ years. I have experience with ages 3 months-15 years old. I have experience with special needs children/adults, and experience with tutoring/school help.
Here is my Fall preferred availability...
Monday-Friday 6am-6 p.m.
I can work outside these hours for the most part if...
Callison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started...
Joe W.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My names Helen and have been nannying for 6+ years. I enjoy working with newborns & toddlers and getting to see them develop into their own little self. I currently have a full-time job during the week but looking to help a family our regularly maybe 1 or 2 days of the weekend for extra money. I am fun, energetic and love...
Helen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sophia B.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 20 years old in college at DMACC. I've worked at my church daycare/summer camp, in school with disabled peers, and been employed in a professional daycare for over a year. After that, I was the assistant director of an after-school program (laid off due to Covid). Now I nanny part time attending school full time for about 3...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The kids really liked her!!! They want her to come back."
Alyssa A.
Courtney B.
Des Moines, IA
$12-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Courtney.
I currently live in Des Moines, and graduated with a B. S. in Neuroscience and a certificate in English and Creative Writing at the University of Iowa in 2021. I have been a summer-time nanny for a few years and have 10+ years of experience babysitting. I have coached youth soccer for 4 years and love all...
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Beatrice and I'm currently seeking a part time/full time nanny career. I have over 7 years of childcare experience working in a daycare , as a nanny and babysitter. I enjoy working with all ages, I plan activities by age and children interests/hobbies. I love going on walks , comfortable with pets , reading ,...
Beatrice can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
Hi, my name is Bailey. I have worked with children from the age of 16 to present day. I started working at a daycare specifically in the infant room & the 2-year-old room. I have my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a reading endorsement. I have five years of experience being a nanny for a wonderful family of two...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jillayne A.
Des Moines, IA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
School Psychologist With Extensive Care Experience- Occasional/ Summer Availability!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
*I only accept occasional evening or weekend jobs during the school year.*
Hi! I'm Jillayne and I am a very experienced babysitter and nanny, including full-time for young twins, a year in Germany for three, and for many date nights. I am a School Psychologist in elementary schools. I have my Master's and Specialist degrees in...
Jillayne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She took care of my 5 year old on short notice. She made popcorn, colored pictures and played trains with him. Hire her. Would hire again!"
Wayne K.
Hello my name is Kenzie and I love kids! I have worked for the past year as a special education para-professional where I worked mostly with kindergarten-second grade. I moved to Des Moines to pursue an elementary education degree. I'm currently working as a server, but having a hard time fitting into the schedule, so I am...
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Stephanie M.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have lived in the Des Moines area for about 4 years now. I do work full time as an occupational therapy assistant, but have a very flexible schedule. I am returning to school at DMU in August to get my doctorate of occupational therapy. I am looking for something flexible, most likely...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & 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.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Des Moines, IA
Amber M.
5.0
Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Madeline H.
5.0
Madeline is an absolutely AMAZING tutor😀♥️. She's been helping my 1st grader whose been struggling with learning and ever since she started tutoring him, his confidence has improved tremendously and he's retaining information better😀♥️. I would definitely recommend her if you have a child...
- Alyssa D.
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started babysitting, the kids are much happier and...
- Joe W.
Sophia B.
5.0
The kids really liked her!!! They want her to come back.
- Alyssa A.
Maren F.
5.0
Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again
- Katie C.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Des Moines, IA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Des Moines, IA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Des Moines, IA, you can search through 19 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Des Moines, IA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Des Moines, IA depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $17.58 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Des Moines, IA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Des Moines, IA, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Des Moines, IA take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 19 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Des Moines, IA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Des Moines, IA?
All weekend nannies near you in Des Moines, IA found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 39 listed weekend nannies.