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Hilary P. - Seeking Work in Ankeny

Nanny Hilary

Ankeny, IA
$14/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m Hilary! I have been babysitting for many years and I am looking to nanny in the summer time! I will be a senior this coming summer (2024). I love kids and love to drive them around for activities and do lots of fun things!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mackenzie L. - Seeking Work in Ankeny

Nanny Mackenzie

Ankeny, IA
$15/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I'm Mackenzie! I'm 18 and work for ASD and looking for some summer work or even after school so you can relax and know they are having fun and safe!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tara B. - Seeking Work in Ankeny

Nanny Tara

Ankeny, IA
$16/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Tara Bacorn and I live in Ankeny. I am a full time student at DMACC looking to get my BSN in Nursing. I am 19 years old with a twin brother and younger sister. I have been babysitting my whole life of all different age groups and with different needs. I am a CNA and CPR certified as well as in first aid! I would go care for your family!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Emily G. - Seeking Work in Ankeny

Nanny Emily

Ankeny, IA
$17/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Emily and I am a SAHM to a 6 month old and was interested in getting back into nannying since I love kids and to be able to socialize my baby as well. I have nannied for 2 families with the kids ranging from 3-10 and I’ve babysat numerous ages and infants at once.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jaylah S. - Seeking Work in Ankeny

Nanny Jaylah

Ankeny, IA
$15/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I love spending time with kids and getting to know their personalities! I currently am a server and I’ve been a nanny in previous years & I’ve babysit many many times!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jayda B. - Seeking Work in Ankeny

Nanny Jayda

Ankeny, IA
$14/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Always worked around kids. Babysitting for family friends, started when I was 15. My senior year of high school I worked at a daycare and loved it, worked with all age groups! Love doing activities with kids, and being outside. Grew up on a farm so I love being around all animals

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Diann M. - Seeking Work in Ankeny

Nanny Diann

Ankeny, IA
$15/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I have worked as a nanny and child care worker, both in my home and in clients home for day hours to many families. I have worked with newborn aged babies to children to age 13 for after school school sports.
I have previously worked for the Ankeny school system, working as a school associate, working with special needs students.
One of my prior jobs, was working in a group home in Altoona, Iowa, working with autistic children. And at another location in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, working with adult autistic individuals.
After my children went to school, I attended Iowa State University and received my degree. During this time period, I worked for two convenience stores as a cashier, assistant manager, clerk, and manager, this time period was from [phone number hidden].
I volunteered as a Sunday school teacher, for seven years.
During my children’s years in grade school I was a volunteer at the school, and also home room mother for many years.
I volunteered as A Girl Scout Leader for Ankeny.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Riley M. - Seeking Work in Ankeny

Nanny Riley

Ankeny, IA
$10/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Riley Morgan and I have recently graduated from Ankeny Centennial High School. During my time there I played school and club volleyball, so I am very active, love sports, and love being outside! I have been nannying/babysitting since I was in 7th grade and have experience with various ages. I love hanging with kids, and would love to find a summer nanny job!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jorja M. - Seeking Work in Ankeny

Nanny Jorja

Ankeny, IA
$10/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I'm a college student living in Ankeny for the summer! I'm transferring to Iowa State in the fall and am planning on majoring in early childhood education. I've had experience babysitting for different ages all throughout high school. In high school, I had experience working with preschool and kindergarten classrooms and help them learn in lessons I would teach them. I'm CPR certified and have some experience with children with disabilities. My schedule this summer is open so my availability is very flexible.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Ankeny, IA?

The average cost of a child care provider in Ankeny, IA is $16.37 per hour. Most Ankeny families on Nanny Lane pay $15 to $18/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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