It used to be hard to find a reliable babysitter or nanny in Grinnell. But using advanced technology, we have compiled a list of the top-rated babysitters in the Grinnell area. Learn more about the best sitters in Grinnell and match with the one that perfectly meets your needs!.
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Jennifer S. |
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| Grinnell, IA 20 years old with 4 years of experience $3 to $20 an hour |
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| My name Jennifer. I have two children, I’m looking to watch kids in my own home or willing to go to your house. I grew up with my mom doing daycare and then I started working in daycare when I was 16. I love helping kids learn and grow everyday. Read More | Message Jennifer S. | |
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Mckenna W. |
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| New Sharon, IA 20 years old with 3 years of experience $15 to $22 an hour |
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| Hello all, I’m looking for summer work in the area, I live in Ankeny but can travel. I grew up with 5 siblings, two sisters and three brothers. My youngest brother is 7 years younger than me so I was always babysitting. I’ve always babysit Read More | Message Mckenna W. | |
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Audrey J. |
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| Tama, IA 22 years old with 7 years of experience $10 to $25 an hour |
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| Im a mother of a 5 month old. I would of course have him while watching your child but I have experience as I have watched many family members children while having a newborn baby. I would appreciate this opportunity because it would allow me to have Read More | Message Audrey J. | |
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Jenifer B. |
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| Toledo, IA 19 years old with 1 years of experience $10 to $20 an hour |
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| I am a freshman college student at the University of Northern Iowa. My major is English teaching and I want to be a secondary education teacher so I want to gain experience with adolescents and also children. I have a 2 year old niece and I babysat h Read More | Message Jenifer B. | |
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Savanna L. |
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| Montour, IA 20 years old with 1 years of experience $11 to $19 an hour |
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| Hi! I am a sophomore at Iowa State. I like to describe myself as bubbly, timely, energetic, and compassionate! I am CPR certified and have experience with tutoring elementary and middle school kids along with babysitting experience with younger kids. Read More | Message Savanna L. | |
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Jennifer P. |
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| Tama, IA 24 years old with 10 years of experience $15 to $20 an hour |
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| Hi! I’m a full time family and community worker for the South Tama School district 5-12. I have two lovely nieces, 1 and 5. Tons of childcare experience and a huge fan of pets. Read More | Message Jennifer P. | |
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Somer S. |
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| Kellogg, IA 23 years old with 11 years of experience $12 to $16 an hour |
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| Hi, my name is Somer! I have been babysitting for 11 years. I love kids and want to devote my career to helping them grow and treating them with respect and love. I also love pets and am more than willing to help with chores. Read More | Message Somer S. | |
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Alaina G. |
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| Melbourne, IA 25 years old with 10 years of experience $20 to $25 an hour |
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| Hi! I'm Alaina Goodvin and I am an elementary teacher in Marshalltown. I have my BA in Elementary Education K-6 from the University of Iowa. This is my third year of teaching at the elementary level. Prior to teaching, I have worked at multiple dayca Read More | Message Alaina G. | |
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Mikennia C. |
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| Marshalltown, IA 19 years old with ~1 years of experience $5 to $8 an hour |
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| I’m a senior in high school looking for a job and help people because that’s what I’m good at I also like kids and I love reading and doing work so if the kids need help I’ll help Read More | Message Mikennia C. | |
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Deb W. |
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| Marshalltown, IA 60 years old with 20 years of experience $10 to $15 an hour |
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| I love being a sitter, getting to know each child for who they are. I have been a sitter off and on for the past 20 years. Currently I work in my church nursery. I love playing games and doing crafts with the kids. Read More | Message Deb W. | |
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Alexia H. |
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| Toledo, IA 21 years old with 5 years of experience $12 to $17 an hour |
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| I have experience working with month olds too 12 year olds. I make sure that the children I have in my care are involved with every activity but still have fun! I love seeing children smile and have fun, all the children I have watched usually never Read More | Message Alexia H. | |
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Madison W. |
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| Victor, IA 20 years old with 7 years of experience $5 to $15 an hour |
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| Hi! My name is Madison and I am looking to make some extra money this summer! I am a student at Kirkwood, I enjoy cheer, dance, music, and a variety of sports. I have been around children my whole life. I have had 3 younger siblings I took watched wh Read More | Message Madison W. | |
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Kaylie D. |
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| Marshalltown, IA 23 years old with 3 years of experience $8 to $15 an hour |
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| My name is Kaylie, I am a senior at UNI. I am currently pursuing my dreams of becoming a teacher. I am in the process of completing my student teaching phase of my education and hope to find a job in the fall. Throughout my years in education, I have Read More | Message Kaylie D. | |
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Denelle W. |
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| Marshalltown, IA 26 years old with 5 years of experience $18 to $20 an hour |
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| Hi! My name is Denelle, I'm 26 years old. I absolutely love caring for children! They are so full of energy, and such a joy to be around. I have experience being a Preschool Teacher Associate, a daycare provider, and a babysitter. I've worked with al Read More | Message Denelle W. | |
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Angeline P. |
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| Marshalltown, IA 52 years old with 20 years of experience $10 to $15 an hour |
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| I have been a caregiver my whole life. I am 51 years old. My mom was a foster parent for 25 years. I have done foster care, respite work, and babysitting since I was 17. I have worked with children to seniors. I have 2 children ages 26 and 31, 2 gran Read More | Message Angeline P. | |
Price of a Babysitter in Grinnell
| 1 Child (per hour) | Multiple Children (per hour) | With Tip (per hour) |
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| $11.7 | $11.7 – $17.5 | $11.7 – $20.1 |
It costs about $11.7 per hour (for one child) to hire a babysitter in Grinnell, that’s about $1.77 less than the national average of $13.44 per hour. Additional children can cost up to 50% more per child that needs care but many sitters charge much less or nothing additional for two kids. A tip is not always necessary but always appreciated. 10 to 15 percent is common but again, not a requirement.
Book a Sitter in Grinnell Tonight
Many of the Grinnell sitters above respond within 24 hours, and some of them much faster than that. You can certainly get a sitter for tonight in Grinnell but the earlier you request one the better your odds will be. Give it a shot tonight! [events state=”IA” city=”Grinnell” category=”localbabysitter”]
Become a Grinnell Babysitter Online
If you’re in the Grinnell area and want to become a babysitter or nanny both Sitter City and Care.com are great places to start a career or a side gig. Check out their respective applications below to see if you’re a good fit:
