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!

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, I'm Megan! I'm a caring and dependable babysitter - and a proud mom of two myself - with a deep understanding of how important it is to find someone you can truly trust with your children. With both personal and professional experience, I know how to create a safe, fun, and supportive environment where kids can thrive. Whether it's reading stories, helping with homework, doing crafts, or exploring the outdoors, I love making each day enjoyable and memorable for the children I care for. I'm also comfortable supproting kids with different learning needs and personalities . I have reliable transportation, can help with light meal prep and tidying, and am happy to follow your family's routines, My goal is to give you peace of mind while your kids are safe, happy, and well cared for. Availability: Monday - Friday 5pm- 9pm Saturday - 6pm-12am Location: Waukee/Urbandale Contact: (515)867-0779 or meganrayegoes@gmail.com *Text preferred*

I am a dedicated childcare professional with experience working in a licensed daycare setting since 2024. I am also a mother to a 3-month-old, which has further strengthened my practical knowledge of infant care and early childhood development. My experience includes feeding, diapering, soothing, implementing structured routines, and providing developmentally appropriate activities in a safe and nurturing environment. I prioritize clear communication with families, adherence to established routines, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism in my care.

Hi there, currently I am a student a dmacc. I’m majoring in biology hoping to be a pediatrician in my upcoming years. I am the oldest sibling of six, four on my mom’s and two on my dad’s so I’m pretty used to looking after children

Greetings, my name is Fabiola (my nickname is Fabi) and if you are in the Des Moines metro, I would love the opportunity to care for your child and help support your family. I have my own car and a clean driving record. I also have a clean background check, and I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I have served in my church’s nursery for three years. I have taken care of family members’ children and friend’s children in the past. I am always sure to keep a close eye on a child and make sure we are having a safe, fun, and engaging time. I am an honest person, and kindness is something that I want to show to the families and children I work with. I respect the parents' wishes such as diet and nutrition and rules. I have experience preparing snacks and keeping areas clean and organized. I also enjoy being around animals. I am good at communicating with parents. I graduated from the Des Moines Area Community College with an Associates in General Studies and would be glad to help with homework or extra help learning. I would be happy to share my references. Below is my availability: Monday – Wednesday, Friday & Saturday: 1pm – 6:30pm** Thursday: 11am – 2pm (every other week 1pm – 6:30pm)** **My hours are flexible depending on the day and availability. Thank you for your time and please reach out if you have any questions.

I have been working with children and children (& adults) with special needs for most of my life. I am CPR trained as well as first aid. I have extensive experience with all ages. I have an 11 son who is very responsible as well, if you would want a playmate while I stay with your child,/children. He does not have to tag along if not wanted. I love spending time with children, helping them learn and grow. I work with adults with autism currently but have lots of time off as well.

Hello, my name is Jazmyne Smith I’ve been on this page for a while and realized that I didn’t introduce myself. I am currently 24 years old and living in West Des Moines, Iowa. I currently go to Kirkwood Community College Full-Time and I am studying to be a paralegal. I graduated from Hawkeye Community College in December and got my degree in social work. I am looking for a part-time permanent babysitting or nanny job. I’ve been working in Childcare since I was 18. And I currently work at a daycare center. I’ve been there for 13 months. And I want to do something with my life. Down Below is my availability.  Availability: Mondays: 8:30 am-4:30, 9:30 am-5:30, & 10:30 am-6:30 pm. Tuesdays: 8:45 am-4:45 pm ,9:45a-5:45p and 11:00 am-5 pm. Wednesdays: 8 am-5 pm ONLY. Thursdays: 9:45 am- 4:45 pm or 9:30 am-3:45 pm Fridays: (Not Available at all) Saturdays( Not Available at all) Sundays: 11 am-5 pm ONLY I currently don’t have my driver's license (for personal reasons) so I don’t have a car but I have people to drive me back and forth to your house. I’ve been with ages, infant and up. But my preferred age is 4 years old and under I am CPR and first aid certified. My certification expires next year in April 2025. we can discuss pay. And if you want to get a hold of me, my phone number is 515402 3023. I don’t use that much so I preferred that you text me at my phone number. I am willing to do housework meal prep wash dishes do laundry, Take out the trash put kids to sleep Nap time, bedtime, etc. clean bathrooms, and the kitchen, change diapers, change pull-ups to potty training, online grocery shopping, do homework , and take the kids outside or nearby place like a park or something. I promise you that your kids will be in good hands when they’re around me. I am trustworthy and reliable I am always on time. If I know I’m gonna be late I’ll call or text. If I need to go to a doctor or take a couple of days off because of family like vacation, birthday, special occasion, etc., I will let you know two weeks in advance. But like I said, I am looking for a part-time permanent babysitting or nanny job since I am in school full-time. Looking forward to hearing from you guys soon. PS: cannot work late nights or early mornings. 🙂 Thank you in advance

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!:)