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Coulon A.
- 5 years paid experience
- 1 mile
Hi! My name is Ana. I am currently a student at Iowa State studying Marketing. Working with kids has been a passion of mine for many years. The bast 5 summers I have spent working at a summer camp in northeast Iowa, serving as a camp counselor and programmer. I have also worked as a Personal care assistant for kids with special needs. one of my favorite joys of life is being able to help others and serve people them in whatever way I can. I am also very involved in school and community, making a busy yet adaptable schedule. Specifically I am involved with Salt Company through Cornerstone church as a C-group leader. I look forward to working with you!
$15–25/hr
Rebekah R.
- 8 years paid experience
- 10 miles
Hi families! I am Rebekah. I am from Iowa. I am moving to Florida the beginning of October. I am looking for a start date around the middle of October. I am moving to Florida for a new experience. I just graduated The University of Northern Iowa with a bachelors in Human services. I am also CRP/First Aid certified. I have also been starting to take classes on a website called Alison. This is a website that I can learn more about children and the best way to help them thrive and grow. As for my experience. I have 10 years of babysitting experience and three years professional nannying. The family I work for now have two kids. They were 4 and 8 months when I started. They will be 6 and 2. 5 when I move. I have worked for this family for almost 2 years. Before that I worked for a family with one child. She was 5 months when I started and 1. 5 years when they moved away. I look forward to hearing from you!
$10–30/hr
Ryiah N.
- 5 years paid experience
- 1 mile
Hi I’m ryiah I just recently moved to Ames Iowa, I’ve worked a inner day camped watching school aged children for the past two years, and I have been a babysitter for many different families since I was 14. I’ve always loved being a babysitter and working with children, I’ve took care of all different ages of kids from infants to pre teens. I have CPR training completed from my high school years. Im willing to learn new things and am a very flexible person. I also played sports in high school and like to stay active now, so if you’re young ones have an interest in sports I do too!! I’m a very outgoing person and love helping out!
$15–20/hr
Leilani S.
- 1 year paid experience
- 1 mile
Hi! My name is Leilani and I currently study biology at ISU, I am in my 2nd year here too! I am very passionate about childcare and working with children. I'd like to think of myself as a fun and exciting babysitter which I think would be great with working with kids. I have 2 year of working with children at the YMCA in Des Moines, IA and volunteering at the botanical garden for the summer. My skills include organization, computational skills, attentiveness, time management. I have training in child services, enrichment training, first aid, CPR, nutrition and mandatory reporter.
$17–22/hr
Savannah M.
- 1 year paid experience
- 1 mile
Hi! My name is Savannah, I’m 18 and I grew up in a small town outside of Jefferson, IA. I have two younger siblings and I graduated class of 2025. I’ve worked in 3 different caregiver settings - my first one being in a daycare! I worked from 7:15a-12:40pm for almost a year, I was also getting school credits for it because the daycare was next to my school. I worked mainly in the toddler room - but also have experience with school age to newborn! I am also cpr certified! I worked in two assisted living facilities as well and gained lots of wisdom from my residents, but also got to connect with them and really got to know them!
$13–25/hr
Ava H.
- 6 years paid experience
- < 1 mile
With 5 years of experience with working in a daycare, my love for working with kids and helping them grow has they emerge through adolescence has only continued to grow. In addition, last summer I was a full time nanny! I have done everything and in between! I started babysitting when I was 14, and still do it as a 19 year old. I have worked with all ages at the daycare, but particularly enjoy the toddler age. Feel free to contact me for interviews or for references!
$18–22/hr
Maddy L.
- 10 years paid experience
- < 1 mile
Hi! My name is Maddy and I’m a dance teacher who has 10 years of child care experience. I love working with kids of all ages and can provide screen free entertainment and loving care.
$18–25/hr
Kinsey K.
- 5 years paid experience
- < 1 mile
I love being a sitter because I truly enjoy watching children grow, learn, and experience life. Every child is unique, and I find joy in being part of their development and helping them feel safe and supported. I’ve worked at a daycare for six years, caring for children of various ages and abilities. My experience includes creating fun, safe environments, helping with routines, and supporting children’s emotional and social needs. I am going into special education, so I have training in working with diverse learners and supporting children with special needs. I’ve learned how to be patient, observant, and nurturing, and I know how to manage behavior in a positive and respectful way. I am a very out going and happy person. My number one priority is to keep the children happy and safe.
$14–20/hr
Maya M.
- 5 years paid experience
- < 1 mile
I love caring for kids and building relationships with them as we get to know each other. I have been a nanny for two summers and had several babysitting jobs over the last 5 years. I love dogs- that’s a plus to the job!
$15–25/hr
Nikki S.
- 20 years paid experience
- 10 miles
Hi, I’m Nikki Scott! With 25 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I bring a warm, dependable, and fun-loving approach to every family I work with. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring your child’s safety is always my top priority. I love creating a balance of fun and learning through outdoor activities, arts and crafts, and engaging games that spark creativity and curiosity. Whether it’s helping with homework, providing transportation to school or activities, or simply being a supportive presence, I strive to make life easier for parents while giving children the care, attention, and structure they need. Families appreciate my punctuality, reliability, and flexibility, as well as the genuine connection I build with kids. I look forward to bringing my experience, energy, and care into your home and helping your children thrive!
$22–25/hr
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