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Brooklyn P. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Brooklyn

Iowa City, IA
$15/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm Brooklyn Pekarek, a nurturing and dependable nanny who loves caring for children of all ages—from infants to pre-teens. I’m passionate about creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids can thrive and parents feel confident.

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Special Needs

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Brooklyn R. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Brooklyn

Iowa City, IA
$13/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Brooklyn I love working with kids and aspire to be a teacher! I attend City High right now and am also a counselor in training at wapsie!

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Special Needs
J D. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny J

Iowa City, IA
$12/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Midwesterner taking a gap year, very excited to find the right fit.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Ella O. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Ella

Iowa City, IA
$15 - $25/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Ella, a University of Iowa student studying Business Management with an Event Management certificate. I’ll be returning to Iowa City in mid-August and am looking for a nannying position during the school year.

I have been working with children at Lifetime Fitness since 2022, helping lead camps, activities, and youth programs for kids of all ages. I also have several years of babysitting experience and love creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for children. Most recently, I participated in the Disney College Program, where I developed strong communication, responsibility, and problem-solving skills while working with guests from around the world.

I am dependable, energetic, and passionate about working with kids, and I’d love the opportunity to support your family!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Raylin C. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Raylin

Iowa City, IA
$20/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

As a former teacher assistant at a daycare, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With three years of experience and a wealth of knowledge, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. My favorite moments are spent engaging in outdoor activities, arts and crafts, and puzzles.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Anna D. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Anna

Iowa City, IA
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Anna! I’m 24 years old and am starting law school in the fall. I have tutored children ages 5, 8, and 15 in Spain, and taught English in both Ecuador and Spain for ages 5-16. I love to read, bake, and be outside, and love hanging out with kids as they discover the world around them.

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Luz M. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Luz

Iowa City, IA
$16.50/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Luz I'm 19 years old which I know seems young but through most of those years I took care of my siblings and there were always family members who needed a babysitter. I love children and I have quite a lot of experience with them. I also enjoy cooking I even clean I worked cleaning houses for a few years. I'm very careful with children. You won't be disappointed.

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Infants
Special Needs
Peris B. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Peris

Iowa City, IA
$13.80/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am very caring and would treat your kids like I treat my sister i basically raised her she is like my baby and I would love to care for your kids like I love my sister.

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Special Needs
Victoria S. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Victoria

Iowa City, IA
$15/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a senior at the University of Iowa studying nursing and I am very passionate about the pediatric world!

I have many years of experiences in nannying as well as working with pediatric patients throughout nursing school.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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

The average cost of a child care provider in Iowa City, IA is $16.10 per hour. Most Iowa City 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 Iowa City, IA

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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Iowa City, 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.

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