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36 elementary school tutors are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby elementary school tutors is 3 years
Elementary school tutors in Des Moines, IA
I was a 5th grade teacher for two years before moving to a new state. I have experience in several different level classrooms, and am able to tutor a wide variety of subjects and age groups. I love working with kids, and hope to help make children successful when they are struggling in a certain academic area.
Hi!! My name is Madeline and I am in my first year of teaching 1st grade here in Des Moines:) I have both my teaching license and a reading endorsement.
I love getting to foster learning each day with my students and I would love to help your child out as well, especially with reading or math! There is nothing more amazing than...
Bailey D.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Friendly And Patient Tutor To Middle And Elementary Schoolers
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I have over two years of tutoring experience and I spent a year while in college at Iowa State University working for the organization America Reads America Counts within an Elementary school to provide math and reading tutoring during recess. I'm well versed in tutoring though tough emotions and situations. I have also...
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currently a Psychology and Neuroscience double major at University. In addition to babysitting experience I also have experience as an online tutor for 3 years. My main tutoring subjects include math from pre-calculus and below, all science, language arts, history from middle school and below, essay help for high schoolers,...
Caroline B.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have three younger sisters that I have tutored during summers when they were in K-8th grade. I also have tutored children ages 5-7 in all subjects over the summer.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello! My name is Carol. I'm currently working as an educational consultant and I tutor and babysit on the side. I have an extensive history of working with children. In high school I worked part time in a day care center with mostly toddlers, I taught preschool for a year, in Iowa, right out of college, and I have worked with...
5.0
"Carol is incredible. Our daughter has more confidence and joy with math and Carol is fantastically organized and a great communicator. "
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I have been a K-12 certified school counselor for DMPS for 3 years and am currently at an elementary school. However, I spent my internship working with at-risk high school students and helped problem solve college and career plans.
Alex K.
Des Moines, IA
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I recently graduated from Drake University with a degree in Elementary Education. I absolutely adore children of all ages and can't wait to have a classroom of my own in the near future! I have a concentration in K-8 Reading but am knowledgeable in all subject areas. I look forward to working with your little one!
Michaela C.
Des Moines, IA
$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Michaela, a dedicated and passionate Special Education teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Special Education from Buena Vista University. I have hands-on experience working in the classroom setting as a Special Education Teacher and Special Education Associate. Throughout my career, I've developed a deep understanding...
I've served the Des Moines area since 2017 in Education and Social Work.
Currently, I operate my business as a live wedding painter full time, and offer private art, music, and elementary education lessons.
My goal is to empower my students in their critical thinking skills, expanding their capacity to be adaptive, creative...
Landon W.
Des Moines, IA
$25-75/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced K-12 Certified Tutor With Emphasis In Spanish And TESOL
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Former educator with 10 years experience. Bilingual in Spanish and English. Seeking part time employment to get out of the house as I work from home. As an educator I understand the importance of communication and mutual respect with the children that I serve. I have babysat/ been a nanny for many families and could provide...
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I not only home schooled my six children through high school, I have tutored other students for five years at a wonderful company in Des Moines, IA. I also tutored in Houston, TX, as well as proctored LSAT exams.
While homeschooling gave me experience teaching multiple children with different grade levels, intelligence levels,...
4.0
"Bonnie has a big heart and a caring spirit. She is also fair and believes in accountability in both herself and others."
Joanne J.
Tory M.
Des Moines, IA
$17-22/hr
I tutored younger grades all through high school and am happy to help anyone in middle school, elementary school, or early high school with any of their school work!
Olivia D.
Des Moines, IA
$20-32/hr
With experience tutoring children ages 6-15, I offer personalized lessons tailored to each student's learning style. Whether helping with homework, reinforcing concepts, or fostering academic confidence, I strive to create a supportive and engaging environment. My goal is to build trust with both students and parents, ensuring...
Rachel G.
Des Moines, IA
$35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Special Education Teacher Tutor For Communication, Life Skills, Math, And Reading.
I'd describe my personality as calm, patient and creative
I like tutoring because I love working with children and helping them achieve their full potential. I want to help children feel that they belong in their school and community.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to work with children with special needs--that is my...
Kayla M.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr
I am a pharmacy major and chemistry minor at Drake University, therefore I have had a lot of experience in chemistry. I have also had the opportunity to take a lot of math and other sciences as well such as biology, biochemistry, microbiology, stats, and a little bit of calculus.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My educational experience includes an undergraduate degree in Food Science with minors in Business and Chemistry from Texas A&M University and a master's from the University of Georgia. I have taken over 90 hours of college chemistry and biochemistry.
My teaching experience includes being a math and reading specialist at a...
5.0
"My son was not doing well in his algebra class and was falling behind. We were worried he wouldn’t get the attention he needed to catch up during school so we hired Michael. It was the best decision ever! Michael was so patient and knowledgeable. He was able to...
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I am currently a 4th year 6th grade science teacher. I am certified to teach kindergarten to 8th grade. I have had past experience teaching various grades at elementary schools along with Language Arts and Science in the Middle School. I became a teacher as I have a passion for learning and sharing my passion for learning with...
Katherine M.
Ankeny, IA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Summer Tutor Helping Students Reach Grade Level Reading Skills
Schedule now for summer tutoring!
I am a Middle school special education teacher with 15 years of experience. I have both my Reading endorsement and Strat II Behavior endorsement. I specialize in teaching students with learning disabilities how to improve their reading and writing skills including phonics, decoding,...
Alana C.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr
During high school, I was a Spanish Tutor for students in years below mine. I always excelled in school particularly in reading and writing. I am comfortable doing English k-12 and math or science k-9.
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Recent elementary school tutor reviews in Des Moines, IA
Carol M.
5.0
Carol has been incredible: easy to communicate with, organized and a phenomenal teacher. Our child's confidence in math has improved greatly
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Bonnie F.
5.0
It is difficult to find a gifted instructor, whom you can trust to help multiple kids at different grade and ability levels, to show a remarkable improvement in your children's academic development. Yet, I found that person with Bonnie. She pushed my children's learning using personalized lesson...
- Arechia G.
Michael D.
5.0
My son was not doing well in his algebra class and was falling behind. We were worried he wouldn’t get the attention he needed to catch up during school so we hired Michael. It was the best decision ever! Michael was so patient and knowledgeable. He was able to explain these math concepts in ways...
- Care member
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What is the average rate for tutoring elementary school students near me in Des Moines, IA?
Hiring an elementary school tutor near you in Des Moines, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.38 per hour as of April, 2025. However, this is just an average, and actual elementary school tutor rates can vary due to their experience level, the subjects your child needs help with, and your child’s age.
How can I find a good elementary school tutor near me in Des Moines, IA?
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What types of elementary school tutors are available for hire near me in Des Moines, IA?
You can find a wide variety of elementary school tutoring services near you in Des Moines, IA and subject specialties can include math, reading, English, or foreign languages. Many elementary school tutors offer general tutoring services across all subjects children cover in school, but others may specialize in just one subject.
How can I safely hire an elementary school tutor for my child near me in Des Moines, IA?
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What interview questions should I ask an elementary school tutor near me in Des Moines, IA?
If you want to book elementary school tutoring services near you in Des Moines, IA, then it’s a good idea to interview a few different potential tutors to make sure you find the right fit. You can ask each elementary school tutor about what grade levels they have experience working with, what subject matters they feel comfortable teaching, and what their teaching style is.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA elementary school tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Elementary School Tutors in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 36 listed elementary school tutors.