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Valentine's Day Babysitters Ankeny, IA (Contact for Free)

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Jaelin Crusan

Jaelin Crusan
Ankeny, IA

Activity summary

Last seen: 1 day ago Member since: Oct 2025

Babysitting by Jae

Hi, I Im Jae! I want to look after your little bundles of joy so you can get a well-deserved night off. I have completed first aid, CPR, and safe at home classes. I know basic asl, and work at a daycare/preschool during the summer. I am 13 years old Dont worry about dinner, I will cook, also I will do light

housework if requested!

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter $12/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Administering medications

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Asthma
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Down syndrome
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Dyslexia
    • Epilepsy / tics
    • Deaf / hard of hearing
    • Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Science tutoring
    • Art lessons

Pet sitting $10 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs

Dog walking $8 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ankeny for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

- -

Nite

-

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Asthma training
  • 7 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English
      • Sign language

I have completed first aid, CPR, and safe at home classes. I know basic asl, and work at a daycare/preschool during the summer.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking

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Toby Soto

Toby Soto
Des Moines, IA

Activity summary

Last seen: 4 days ago Member since: Oct 2025

Happy to help! What can I do for you?

Hello! My name is Toby, and I'm more than excited to offer babysitting and pet care for anyone and everyone! I'm familiar with special needs children and pets, so your babies and fur babies will be safe, happy, and engaged in fun activities with me!

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter $18.80/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Diabetes
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Down syndrome
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Dyslexia
    • Epilepsy / tics
    • Physical disabilities
    • Deaf / hard of hearing
    • Visual impairments
    • Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Test / exam prep
    • Reading writing
    • Science tutoring
    • Computers / coding
    • Cooking lessons
    • Art lessons
    • Music lessons

Pet sitting $18.80 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Medical injections
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $10 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet training

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Des Moines for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • Water safety training
  • 10 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
      • Sign language

I am still learning sign language.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Toby For Free

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Haliah Blount

Haliah Blount
Des Moines, IA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Newer babysitter

I graduated high school with an ap art credit and I passed that with an A. Im very good with computers and design projects of any kind so I can help with art related school projects. I have had my school cpr class and i have also taken basic cookin classes and i have learned well from my mother and my mother-in-law. I have worked at fast pace restaurants for 3 1/2 years now so I can deal with stressful situations. I have babysat close family friends children and i have watched some dogs as well. I have never watched cats but i have had my 2 cats. for 3 years. Some of my friends consider me a mother because im always planning ahead and helping out.

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $13 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Pet playtime
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $14 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Des Moines for work.

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

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Cassie Hinz

Cassie Hinz
Des Moines, IA

Activity summary

Member since: Mar 2025

Hello, I’m Cassie. Very excited to work with all types of pets and family’s. Hope to speak to you soon.

Hello, I’m Cassie. I have a lot of unique experiences that would make me a great fit for most families. I love being creative and am very friendly. I love getting to know new people and learning with families everyday. I hope to meet you soon!

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $22/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $22 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $22 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet training

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Des Moines for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

-

Eve.

-

Nite

-

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 10 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 10 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 25 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Permanent resident
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

Although I am young, I raised my little sister. I did that while working two jobs and finishing high school. I graduated early with college credits. I am very accommodating and trustworthy. I have babysitting experience as well as other unique skills I can teach for all age groups. I love arts and crafts and getting the kids excited for homework with a unique positive rewards system that can be tailored to each child.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Cassie For Free

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Dulce Jimenez
Des Moines, IA

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Hi! I’m Dulce Jimenez an experienced Des Moines baby sitter & pet sitter. Im trustworthy, affordable, and reliable - Book Now!

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Medical injections
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $14 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Des Moines for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 10 years experience working with children
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
  • 11 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 21 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

I’m a fast learner, reliable and trustworthy worker. I plan on graduating school this year/ next year. I also plan on going to school to become a vet student or pet grooming student. And hopefully this year I can get my daycare certificate.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Dulce For Free

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Babysitting Pay Rates Ankeny, IA, United States (Updated 5 Oct 2025)

Ankeny babysitters are paid an average of $20.68 per hour as of October 2025, which is 3.7% higher than the Iowa average of $19.94, and 12.2% higher than the United States average of $18.43. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Ankeny.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Ankeny:
$18.80 $20.68 $22.56
Iowa:
$18.13 $19.94 $21.76
United States:
$16.75 $18.43 $20.10

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in United States dollars (USD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Valentine's Day Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a Valentine's Day babysitter so you can enjoy a romantic evening while knowing your kids are in safe hands.

1. Book early

Valentine’s Day is a high-demand night for babysitters, so secure someone well in advance.

2. Expect holiday rates

Babysitters often charge extra for special occasions, so budget for a premium.

3. Choose someone trusted

Go with a sitter your kids already know, or someone with strong references if it’s their first time.

4. Confirm late-night availability

Make sure the sitter is comfortable staying until your return, even if it’s late.

5. Share bedtime routines

Provide clear instructions for dinner, storytime, and bedtime so the evening runs smoothly.

6. Leave fun activities

Stock up on games, crafts, or a movie to keep the kids entertained while you’re out.

7. Plan a simple dinner for kids

Prepare or order something easy the babysitter can serve without stress.

8. Leave emergency contacts

Give them your number, backup contacts, and any medical details they might need.

9. Set house rules

Be clear on snacks, screen time, and bedtime flexibility.

10. Show appreciation

Since they’re working on a date night, consider a bonus, chocolates, or a thank-you note.

See our parents' guide to Valentine's Day babysitting for more detailed information.


Valentine's Day Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing Valentine's Day babysitter candidates so you can enjoy a stress-free date night knowing your kids are well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • Have you babysat on holidays or special occasions before (like Valentine’s Day)?
  • What ages of children do you have the most experience caring for?
  • Are you comfortable caring for multiple children at once?
  • How do you usually keep kids entertained in the evening?

Availability & Flexibility

  • Are you available to work late into the evening if needed?
  • Do you have reliable transportation to and from our home that night?
  • How do you feel about working on Valentine’s Day, when many sitters are in demand?

Care & Routines

  • How do you handle dinnertime and bedtime routines when parents are out late?
  • Are you comfortable preparing and serving a simple meal or snacks?
  • How do you keep kids calm and happy if they miss us while we’re out?
  • Would you plan activities (games, crafts, movie night) to make the evening fun?

Safety & Emergencies

  • Are you CPR and first aid certified?
  • How would you handle an emergency if we’re not immediately reachable?
  • What steps would you take if a child refuses to go to bed or becomes upset?

Communication & Reliability

  • How do you usually keep parents updated while babysitting (texts, calls, photos)?
  • What’s your backup plan if something prevents you from coming at the last minute?
  • Are you comfortable working later than planned if our evening runs long?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about babysitting on special occasions?
  • How do you balance keeping the night fun but still structured?
  • Why do you think you’d be a great fit for our family on Valentine’s Day?