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136 Babysitting Jobs in Ames, IA

Wyndy lists 136 babysitting jobs in Ames, IA posted by local families. Ames sitters on Wyndy earn an average of $23 per hour, or $92 plus tips per job. Families post after-school, date night, infant care and weekend jobs. Every job is open to background-checked college students and graduates, and every sitter is insured while working.

Recently posted in Ames

Need at-home daycare in Ames

$18 – $25 per hour

Starts in 1-2 Days · Ames, IA

At-home daycare in Ames seeks caring, experienced individuals to nurture and supervise young ones in a safe, stimulating environment. Create a positive and engaging atmosphere,…

Want daycare near 50014

$18 – $26 per hour

Starts anytime · Ames, IA

Daycare provider needed to supervise and care for infants and toddlers in a licensed facility. Must ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children. Plan and organize…

Babysitter vacancy in Ames vicinity

$18 – $30 per hour

Starts mid-Month · Ames, IA

Looking for a babysitter to fill a vacancy in Ames vicinity. Must have prior experience working with kids and possess relevant certifications. Responsible for ensuring the safety…

Flexible babysitter needed near 50013

$17 – $29 per hour

Starts next Month · Ames, IA

Looking for a versatile babysitter to provide excellent childcare support. Must be adaptable and available for various schedules. Salary negotiable. Experience and references…

Seeking part-time infant caregiver in Ames, IA

$16 – $33 per hour

Starts aSAP · Ames, IA

Seeking part-time infant caregiver. Must have experience with infants and be able to provide a safe and nurturing environment. Duties include feeding, diaper changing, and engaging…

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Babysitting Jobs in Ames, IA: FAQs

How much do babysitters make in Ames, IA?

Parents set the pay for each job. Wyndy babysitters earn an average of $92 plus tips per job and keep 100% of their tips. Pay varies by job and is shown on each listing before you apply.

How do I get babysitting jobs in Ames, IA as a college student?

Apply to become a Wyndy babysitter, consent to a background check and complete your profile. Applications are reviewed for quality and you get an initial response within 48 hours. Once approved, express interest in babysitting jobs in Ames, IA in the Wyndy app and families send you offers.

What are the requirements to become a Wyndy babysitter?

You must be 18 or older, be enrolled in an accredited college or university or hold an undergraduate degree, have at least one year of childcare experience, have a driver's license, a Social Security number and reliable transportation, and consent to a background check.

How do Wyndy babysitting jobs work?
  1. Express interest in the jobs you like. You will see single-time, recurring and part-time babysitting jobs.
  2. Parents review the interested babysitters and send offers to one or more of them.
  3. Accept the offers you want to work and get paid for each job.

Every Wyndy babysitter is covered by insurance while working.

Are Wyndy babysitting jobs flexible for students?

Yes. You only express interest in the jobs that fit your schedule, so you can work around your class schedule during the semester and pick up more jobs over school breaks.