Find nannies in Elkhart, IA

Hi! I’m Shay. I grew up in Ames, Iowa and spent many years playing competitive club soccer in Ankeny, which helped shape my love for staying active and working with kids. I later became the captain of my college soccer team, which taught me leadership, teamwork, and responsibility—qualities I bring into my caregiving style. I’m an energetic, positive caregiver who enjoys creating a fun, safe environment where kids can be themselves. I love getting kids outside, playing games, going to parks, and finding creative ways to keep them engaged and moving. I also enjoy quieter activities like reading together, crafts, and helping with homework. Families often describe me as dependable, warm, and easy to communicate with. I understand how important trust is when caring for children, and I always communicate clearly with parents so they feel comfortable and informed.

Hi families! I’m a super friendly, caring, and dependable person who absolutely loves working with kids! I have several years of experience nannying, babysitting, teaching preschool, coaching soccer, and caring for people with disabilities. I’m energetic, patient, responsible, and love making kids feel safe, comfortable, and excited to have fun! I’m also a huge animal lover and happy to help with pets and household tasks. I truly love getting to know each family and would be so excited to become someone you can trust and rely on!

Hello! My name is Olivia. I am 22 (23 on the 19th) years old, and recently graduated from Iowa State University with a psychology bachelors degree. I have always loved working with children, and have extensive experience in multiple settings. I have been a babysitter for over 11 years, nannied for multiple families, worked in daycares, and currently work as a behavioral therapist for children with developmental disabilities. I have experience with ages 1-13. I can do basic household tasks like cooking and cleaning, have reliable transportation for myself and children, and love to create fun and enriching activities for children! I am located in Ames, but am willing to commute around 20 minutes to surrounding areas!

Experienced, patient, and creative caregiver with a background in team leadership and client service. I bring warmth, structure, and fun to every home I support. Skilled with children of all ages, pets, and household coordination. With 6+ years of experience as a trusted dog sitter in San Francisco and now Des Moines, I’ve built a strong reputation for being reliable, loving, and detail-oriented. I bring that same care and attention to working with young children and seniors. Whether I’m creating fun, structured routines for toddlers, providing calm companionship for older adults, or managing pet care and household tasks, families know they can count on me. I’m organized, warm, and safety-focused — always aiming to create a supportive, joyful environment for everyone in the home.

I love taking care of kids and I am excited to care for more. I helped run a Sunday school program for toddler-age children to elementary age kids for two years. For the past two years, I have been one of the leaders for a youth program for middle school and high school children. I have run a few other programs for elementary to high school students with good success. I have also done a few other caregiving opportunities for neighbors both with pets and children.