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A’Mya P. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny A’Mya

Des Moines, IA
$20/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Chloe N. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Chloe

Des Moines, IA
$18/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a recent college grad! I am just taking some time off before I start law school in the fall! I love kids and have many years of experience in being a nanny.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Gracie M. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Gracie

Des Moines, IA
$16/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is gracie, i’m 19 years old and looking for babysitting jobs for when i am back in town from college. I worked at a daycare for almost two years and absolutely love working with kids.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Lydia F. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Lydia

Des Moines, IA
$13/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ava W. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Ava

Des Moines, IA
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi there I have had an in home daycare for 17 years, once my son graduated I went to work as an associate in special education! Little people are the best people!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mackenzie M. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Mackenzie

Des Moines, IA
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hey y’all! My name is Mackenzie McGinnis. I’m 20 years old, and have lots of experience with children! I am CPR and first aid certified and have been for 3 years now! I’m patient, fun, kind, and great with kids!!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Shannek L. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Shannek

Des Moines, IA
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Gets along great with kids.
Kid by heart, loves watching cartoons, drawing, and family oriented.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Grace A. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Grace

Des Moines, IA
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Grace, I’m 15 I love to do calm activities but also love being active!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Almedina O. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Almedina

Des Moines, IA
$13/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi i’m Almedina! I’m currently studying studying Kinesiology at Grand View! I’m looking for a second job just to help save for college! I love working with kids and taking them on fun adventures.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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

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

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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Des Moines, IA

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.

Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

Find what works best for you and your family. Nanny Lane’s child care services are here to help you along the way.

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