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Nikita R. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Nikita

Iowa City, IA
$14/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I'm Nikita Reinschmidt a senior at the University of Iowa. I am a marketing/ retail management major looking for a part time job in between my class schedule!

Certification

CPR
Annie T. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Annie

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

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Annie and I live in the Iowa City area. In May of 2021, I will be graduating from the University of Iowa with a B.A degree in Elementary Education. Through the College of Education, I have experience working with elementary aged kids in the Iowa City Community School District throughout the past four years. I have excellent communication skills, a drive to work hard, and a passion for celebrating the uniqueness of every child. I enjoy reading, spending time outdoors, and cooking. I look forward to being in contact with you!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Liv H. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Liv

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

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm Liv, an Iowa City local a couple years out of undergrad.
I love to make art, play games, and get outside.
After nearly a decade working with children, I feel confident with all ages, stages, genders, and types of children.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Maya M. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Maya

Iowa City, IA
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Maya, I have two little brothers one of them is nine years old and the other is eleven. I’ve helped my mom raise then since birth:) I have a ton of experience babysitting, i love kids & love spending time with them!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Cessalie W. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Cessalie

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

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Cessalie Wollrab I’m 19 years old. I’m a CNA. I have lots of past work with children all different ages. I’ve worked in a daycare and in a day camp. And have babysat plenty of times.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emma L. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Emma

Iowa City, IA
$18/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Emma, a paraprofessional with the Iowa City Community School District and a future teacher. I spend my school year working with kids in the classroom, and I’m excited to bring that energy into a fun, active summer! I love planning creative activities, getting outside, going on little adventures, and keeping kids engaged while still providing a safe and structured environment. I’m patient, reliable, and great at balancing fun with responsibility. Whether it’s crafts, park days, or helping with summer learning, I’m all about making summer memorable and enjoyable for your kids!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Shelly S. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Shelly

Iowa City, IA
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a mother of 3 college kiddos looking forward to starting over with YOUR KIDDOS! Fun & responsible & love to be around playful & imaginative littles!! Food prepping & helping with house “stuff” is not a issue!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
McKenna M. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny McKenna

Iowa City, IA
$14/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I am McKenna! I have 4 younger siblings so I have been babysitting almost all my life. I typically nanny in the summer and will be living in Iowa City as I am a student at the University and studying psychology. I am super responsible and caring. I have experience babysitting children of all ages.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ellen S. - Seeking Work in Iowa City

Nanny Ellen

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

A little bit about me

Hi,
I am Ellen and have worked multiple different jobs with children. I love spending time with children and seeing them grow.

Have experience working with

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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