Find experienced babysitters in Van Meter, IA

As a young child my mom did income daycare, so I grew up helping out with it. As well as helping raise my younger sister, after my mom passed away. I've continued to babysit when need be for neighbors, friends, family, and other children. I have been babysitting for at least 10 years, and have nannied for 3. lI've watched children of all ages, and feel extremely comfortable with them all. I've recently been watching a 3 year old and an infant, or an 8 and 10 year old. I've done many things with the children, making any meals, taking them to the pool, walks, the park, naps and bedtimes. I'm very artsy and enjoy doing crafts. I also love the outdoors, and would rather be outside then inside. I have no issues with any pets. I'm CPR certified, and can handle any situation comfortably. I do have my own car and am willing to take car of any drop offs or pick ups as needed. I am opened to anything! I also have a 6 month old that I would like to be able to tag along with me. I look forward to hearing from you!

Hello, my name is Brittany and I am 23 years old and am very interested in being your sitter. I am currently an executive director of a daycare where I run and take care of all the daycare business! I have 10 years of experience as a babysitter for children newborn through the 8th grade. I have my own car and a clean driving record. I also am certified in CPR, First Aid, and many more! I am very loving, patient, and outgoing and love having activities that children will find entertaining. I just graduated college with a major in Elementary Education and have been subbed in many grade levels to continue building my love and involvement with children. My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my qualifications in more detail. Thank you very much, and I look forward to speaking with you soon!

I'm a pre-nursing student currently working part time as a registered behavioral technician with kids who have autism. My 8 years of babysitting experience has provided me a plethora of skills (meal prep, diaper changes, calming strategies) and being CPR + first aid certified has only enriched my ability to provide quality care to youth. I have extensive experience with children of all ages including those with special needs. I have my own car, I'm patient, creative, and enjoy building connections with kids, and I'm comfortable with all personalities and age groups. Feel free to contact me for references or to set up a call!

Hi, my name is Reese Burke. I am 19 years old, and I am currently in my sophomore year of college at Central College. I have babysat for family members, as well as family friends. I also worked for two families this past summer. I want to babysit because I love working with kids. I have worked at an after school daycare, and I spent my senior year of high school in an elementary classroom learning to work with kids. I am able to perform CPR, I learned in high school health class. And I have also worked with multiple children at once. I am comfortable working with children of any age! The hours that best work for me right now, are any times after 3:30pm any day of the week, as well as any time before 11am on M/W/F. I do understand that being in college while babysitting can be a challenge, but I believe I have good time management skills, and I can make it work!

Hi, my name is Megan Keller. I have over seven years of nannying experience. I’ve watched kids aging 5 weeks-13 years. I have a reliable car and can drive kids to any activities they have planned or that we can plan. I’m also cpr/first aid certified.

Hi! My name is Grace. I'm home from school throughout December and January! I swam competitively for 10 years and started teaching swim lessons at 14. While teaching lessons, I discovered I truly love creating bonds with my students and pushing them toward success. I still teach swim lessons at Imagine Swimming during the school year. I am CPR and lifeguard/first aid certified. I respond calmly and quickly in emergency situations. I am respectful, organized, proactive, and unafraid to ask questions. I love playing games and having fun with the children I teach. (But i'm firm and consistent when it comes to safety rules!) Outside of child care, I am a sophomore at NYU. I graduated from Waukee Northwest in 2024! I am studying Media, Culture, and Communication. I love movies! I enjoy video editing and video production.

Hi there, my name is Bethany! I'm a nurturing and energetic 24 year old who lives in the West Des Moines Area. I fell into childcare about 4 years ago and love it so much! My favorite age group is pre kindergarten, but I have experience with all ages. I'm looking for a full time and/or consistent position and my rates start at $18/hour for one child. I'm CPR certified, I have my own car, and I also have experience in care for special needs! My focus is on giving your child a safe, routine-focused, and creative space to learn and grow! I love doing seasonal crafts, pretend play, and encouraging independent time. I'm firm but kind, and will work with you on any challenges your child may come to. A little about me is i'm a very patient, loving, hardworking and faith oriented person. I love to cook/bake, read, watch movies & tv shows, I love to travel, hangout with friends & family, go to church; and right now l'm actually taking classes to become a behavioral technician! Feel free to reach out if this aligns with what you’re in search of! Looking forward to hearing from you!:)

Hi! My name is Lucy, and I'm a college student studying at Indiana University! I attended Dowling Catholic High School, where I was a cheerleader, student ambassador, and member of the honor society. I worked for the YMCA as a summer camp counselor and have been babysitting since middle school. I'm willing to help with housework, petcare, and taking your kids to any activities. I like being active, like going on walks and going to the pool, and I'm available all day. I can't wait to meet you!

Hi there! 👋 My name is Aubrie, and I truly enjoy working with kids of all ages. I bring a mix of patience, creativity, and responsibility to every job, whether that means helping with homework, preparing meals, keeping playtime fun, or winding down with a good bedtime story. I have 8 years of babysitting/childcare experience and have worked with children ranging from infants to preteens. Families often describe me as dependable, caring, and easygoing. I believe in keeping kids engaged with activities that spark their imagination and help them learn—not just screen time. Safety and trust are always my top priorities. I’m CPR/First Aid certified, comfortable with pets, and happy to help out with light household tasks when needed. I’d love the chance to get to know your family and provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your little ones.

I have years of hands-on babysitting experience and have been caring for my younger sister since she was very young—she’s now 12. I’ve also babysat many other children of different ages, so I’m comfortable handling a wide range of personalities, routines, and situations. I’m patient, responsible, and calm under pressure, and I always make sure kids feel safe, happy, and cared for. I genuinely love working with children and take pride in being someone parents can trust.