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Hailey E. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Hailey

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

A little bit about me

My name is Hailey, I am energetic and enjoy helping children learn, play, and grow. I have experience working with a range of children as well as completing housework and pet care. I am excellent with time management and keeping children active and cognitively engaged. I am certified in CPR, first aid, and BLS.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

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

Nanny Raven

Des Moines, IA
$7.25/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I’m Raven! I have been working/baby sitting kids since about the age of 10. I have worked in daycares ages newborn and up. I have experience with special needs children as well. I enjoy being outside, learning, reading with kids, I pretty much I love everything kids do ! I also love animals so if you have any that’s a plus! I am CPR and 1st aid certified(need to get certified again here in a couple months). I do not smoke, and of course I’d be willing to help around the house and anything else you might need help with I would love to do!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Cindy H. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Cindy

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

A little bit about me

I am a retired English teacher, a mother of seven children and still active and in good physical health. I homeschooled my children and I have taught in public and private schools. My whole life has been centered around caring for and teachong children.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Merjem C. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Merjem

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

A little bit about me

Hey! My name is merjem and im a college student!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Braylee N. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Braylee

Des Moines, IA
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Braylee I am 17 years old and I currently work at a daycare but I am looking to do something a little more personal so I can expand my experience.I am going into my senior year of high school class of 2025. During the summer my hours will be available from mornings to around 5:00pm but when school starts back up I will be limited to working from 1:00 to around 5:30

Have experience working with

Infants
Elise D. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Elise

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

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Elise Dowler and I am 21. I am a junior at Iowa State University studying Mechanical Engineering. I’m a college athlete so I am very energetic and active! I’ve been taking care of children for about 6ish years now and I love it!

Have experience working with

Infants

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Chelsey W. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Chelsey

Des Moines, IA
$10/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Chelsey, I am 18 years old I love kids, I helped raise my niece and nephews from when they first got home from the hospital and I also raised my little brother it’s always been something I have enjoyed doing.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Merlin J. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Merlin

Des Moines, IA
$12/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Merlin. I am currently an education and Spanish major and am looking to gain experience with children. I have 4 years of childcare experience. Most importantly I love spending time with kids!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Faith S. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Faith

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

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Faith, I am 18, and I was a nanny/babysitter for a family in Lynnville for about 2 years. I loved being able to bond with the kids and go on adventures with them. Knowing that a family trusts me to keep their children happy and healthy is what makes me want to be a nanny.

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How to Hire Toddler Care in Des Moines, IA

Nanny Lane can help you find a toddler nanny that fits your family’s needs. We offer nanny services including background checks, PLUS, and nanny payroll. Start by posting a profile with a job description and then, you can start talking to candidates about your housekeeper nanny position.

Common Responsibilities of Toddler Care in Des Moines, IA

A toddler nanny will have experience caring for toddlers. They are equipped to handle a toddler’s newfound abilities and desire for independence while cultivating a safe and stimulating environment. A toddler nanny's responsibilities can include organizing activities, preparing meals, handling child-related errands, and others. A toddler nanny can be a full-time, part-time, or live-in position. It is essential to consider these factors when determining how much you should pay a toddler nanny.

Nanny Shares for Toddlers in Des Moines, IA

A nanny share is a great way for toddlers to make friends and learn how to compromise with other children. A nanny share also allows for families to save on the cost of a toddler nanny as well as [other benefits](/guide/family/identifying-your-needs/solo-nanny-vs-nanny-share.

In a nanny share, two families share one nanny. Nanny shares usually take two forms: 1) the nanny cares for both children simultaneously, or 2) the nanny splits their time between two families.

Toddler Care Interview in Des Moines, IA

Once you find a great candidate, you can invite them for an interview. It’s important to learn about if this candidate would be a great fit for your family in an interview. Here are some examples of questions you can ask:

  • Do you have experience being a toddler nanny?
  • How do you handle tantrums? Can you share a story of a time you dealt with a tantrum well?
  • Are you trained in First Aid or CPR Des Moines, IA?
  • What salary are you expecting? Are you open to being paid through a payroll service?

At this stage, you should ask for their references in order to ask their references some questions some questions. Once you’ve prepared the job offer or contract, we recommend that you run a background check.

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