Find experienced child care providers in Shellsburg, IA

Hi, My name is Gina and I have over 30 years of child care experience. I have 3 grown sons of my own, I also have 6 grandchildren. I am a loving, caring, honest, responsible, dependable, organized and fun Grandma. I am very capable of providing quality care for your children. I have a good way with children and have excellent parenting skills. I love to play games, do arts & crafts, read story books, or anything your children would like to do. I will spend "Quality Time" with your children. I do occasional babysitting for a few families in the Cedar Rapids area and have excellent references. Please contact me for your next day or night out. Thank you for visiting my profile. Sincerely, Gina NOTE... I do not travel outside of my area. My area includes, Marion, Cedar Rapids and Hiawatha.

I have extensive experience as a caregiver for children, animals, and the elderly. In my current role as a paraprofessional, I specialize in working with children with disabilities, specifically those with Autism and ADHD. I am First Aid/CPR certified and maintain all relevant ADA/ AEA certifications. A background check was recently completed, and while I passed, I believe the current badge misrepresents my report. I am concerned that motor vehicle violations from 2021 are negatively impacting the badge status, despite not reflecting my professional caregiving capabilities. I am happy to share my full report for further clarification.

Hi! My name is Rose, and I’m a caring, dependable, and patient babysitter who loves working with children. I’m currently a Patient Care Technician at a hospital, where I provide compassionate, hands-on care to patients while ensuring their safety and comfort. I have also completed a Nurse Aide course and am CPR certified, giving me the skills and confidence to respond in emergency situations and provide quality care. I enjoy creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and feel comfortable. Whether it’s helping with homework, preparing meals, playing games, reading stories, or following bedtime routines, I’m happy to help. Families can count on me to be reliable, attentive, and communicative. My goal is to give parents peace of mind, knowing their children are in caring and capable hands.

Hi! I’m a college student currently studying in the healthcare field. I’m looking for babysitting opportunities and would love to help families who need a dependable sitter for date nights, appointments, after school, errands,or other occasional needs. I would love to help out around the house with any laundry, organizing, meal prep, anything you want me to help out with I am very open! I have a reliable vehicle if needed to drive to school or anywhere specific. While I’m new to professional babysitting, I have experience caring for young children through my family. I regularly spend time with and help care for my two nieces, who are both under 6 months old, as well as my two year-old nephew. This has made me comfortable around both infants and toddlers. I also previously worked in the NICU at UnityPoint Health, which gave me experience being in a professional healthcare environment around newborns and families. I’m responsible, patient, attentive, and take children’s safety seriously. I’m currently looking for flexible/occasional opportunities where I can get to know families, gain more childcare experience, and provide a safe and caring environment for their little ones!

I truly love being around kids and have always felt very comfortable caring for them. Watching children grow, learn new things, and develop their own personalities is incredibly rewarding to me. I enjoy building real relationships with the kids I care for and creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where they feel understood and encouraged. I’ve been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I have experience with children of various ages and have spent a lot of time caring for my own niece and two nephews, whom I absolutely adore. Through years of childcare, I’ve handled everything from daily routines and playtime to school pick-ups, meals, and bedtime. I’m very comfortable stepping into a family’s routine and helping things run smoothly. I have an educational background in Human Development and Family Studies, which has given me a strong understanding of child development. I’m confident in providing developmentally appropriate activities, learning opportunities, and structure that support each child’s growth. I’m patient, reliable, and attentive, and I’m always happy to help with light household tasks, errands, and driving kids to activities. My goal is to feel like part of the family, someone the kids trust and enjoy spending time with, and someone the parents feel comfortable relying on as a true family support.

Hi! I’m Samuel, an 18-year-old with 4+ years of experience working with kids through the Boys & Girls Club. I’m caring, responsible, energetic, and always willing to help. I’m here to make things easier for parents while keeping their kids safe, happy, and cared for.

Why do you love being a sitter? I love being a sitter because I genuinely enjoy helping children learn, grow, and feel safe and loved. I love getting to know each child’s unique personality, finding fun and creative activities to do together, and creating an environment where they feel comfortable being themselves. Being able to make a positive difference in a child’s day is something I find incredibly rewarding! What experience do you have? I have approximately 16 years of informal childcare experience helping care for my siblings in a large family. Through this experience, I’ve gained hands-on knowledge of children’s different personalities, needs, and developmental stages. I’m comfortable helping with everyday routines, keeping children entertained, providing supervision, and offering patience and support when they need it. My experience has taught me how important it is to be attentive, adaptable, responsible, and understanding when caring for children. What skills and training do you have? My strengths include patience, creativity, dependability, and the ability to connect with children of different ages and personalities. I’m comfortable helping with daily routines, planning age-appropriate activities, assisting with basic needs, and maintaining a safe and positive environment. I also have CPR/BLS certification and experience with activities of daily living (ADLs). I strive to communicate well with parents, respect each family’s routines and preferences, and make sure children feel supported and cared for.

Hello. I’ve been taking care of children since I was back in my country. I love caring for children because I consider them as my own family. I am a mother of one year old son. I’m fun, kind, respectful and much more. Give me a chance to get to know me. Thank you!

Hello! My name is Naima, and I’m a student at Loyola University Chicago working toward my Bachelor’s in International Business and Economics. I have hands-on experience with children, including coaching elementary and middle school students in youth sports and volunteering in China, where I taught students English. These experiences made me comfortable adapting to new environments and helped me make unfamiliar spaces feel safe and welcoming. For the past 3 years, I’ve also worked in the restaurant hospitality industry, where I’ve strengthened my conflict resolution, communication, and reliability, and learned to stay calm in hectic environments. I would love to be a helping hand for your family. Please let me know if you have any additional questions!

Hi! I’m Morgan. I’m 22 years old and I’m looking to be a babysitter. I have babysat kids before and have been told I’m very good with kids. My patience runs high so maybe that’s it. I love to play volleyball, sing, read books. My favorite singer is P!nk. I love pets (my favorite animal is a monkey) and I have 2 cats. I have 6 years of paid babysitting experience. I also have CPR certification and know basic first aid. I am willing to do light house keeping and simple meals (I’m not much of a cook). I have my own car so if there are activities, sports, or just a trip to the park, I can do that. My availability is very flexible right now as I am currently looking for a job. I hope to hear from you soon!