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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.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started...
Joe W.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
3.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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 right out of college, and I have worked with...
Carol can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!"
Care member
a dynamic caregiver with a passion for arts, swimming, and outdoor adventures. I excel in organization and lesson planning, nurturing imaginative play and gentle parenting. Let's cook up some fun and make lasting memories together!
Certified in CPR/AED and proud to be a Mandatory Reporter, safety is my top priority as we embark...
May can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Michaela C.
Des Moines, IA
$15-20/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. Outside of the school environment, I have worked as a...
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kelli C.
Ankeny, IA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am an Iowa State University graduate with a major in elementary education. I received my endorsements in special education: mild to moderate, and reading in 2018. In 2020, I completed my graduate endorsement in special education: intellectual disabilities from Morningside University.
For four years, I worked as a...
Kelli can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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!
Tina S.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Tina . I am 28 years old and live in Ankeny, Iowa with my husband of almost 8 years. I work during the school year at an 8th and 9th grade middle school as a severe and profound associate. I have a 1-year-old daughter who I would love to have come with me to nanny. I do have childcare lined up if you'd prefer...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Madeline M.
Ankeny, IA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! Im currently a college student, I have 3 years experience as an assistant teacher in a daycare for 3 years. I have also worked as a dental assistant for the past two years. I am CPR certified and am looking for a job while I am in school!
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! I am Britney. I have been in childcare since I could begin babysitting and have enjoyed babysitting, nannying and teaching kids of all ages since.
I have experience with infants and children with special needs.
I am a certified teacher taking a break from full time teaching. I taught for 7 years.
Please keep me in...
Britney can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi,
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,...
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.
Autumn P.
Ankeny, IA
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Passionate about childcare!
I was a nanny to two great children aged 4-10 and was responsible for making them meals, taking them on outings and helping with school work. As a nursery teacher for 6w - 2y I was in charge of several littles. Keeping them safe, entertained, helping them learn brought me a lot of joy.
I spent most...
I have been a special education teacher serving child with server disabilities for 10 years. I am interested in providing quality care to your family.
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Taylor N.
Ankeny, IA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm an elementary education teacher's associate with a genuine passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With one year of childcare experience, I believe in creating a safe and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. My patient and friendly demeanor helps me connect with children and...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Hi! I'm Jen and I hope to help families in the Des Moines area. My full time job is as a chemist down at College in Pella. I have a degree in biology and a minor in theater. I have a wide variety of interests including English (I'm a reader and a writer) and math.
I'd describe my personality as caring, thoughtful, and fun. I'm...
Karin D.
Ankeny, IA
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am an elementary school teacher, looking to keep busy over the summer.
I have worked with infant to upper elementary through out the year with childcare jobs, tutoring and teaching.
Karin can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashley A.
Ankeny, IA
$20-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an enthusiastic, patient, and experienced tutor! I love working with students of all ages to improve their learning and confidence. Students have varied learning styles and perspectives, so my job is to figure out how best to present material so they can engage with and understand it. I have a bachelor's degree in...
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.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Colfax, IA
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.
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started babysitting, the kids are much happier and...
- Joe W.
Carol M.
5.0
Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Colfax, IA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Colfax, IA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Colfax, IA is $14.50. It’s important to keep in mind that this is just the average going rate in your location. Many factors can influence how much private homeschool teachers charge. For example, how many children you have, the subjects you want the homeschool teacher to specialize in, and their degree or years of working experience, can all play a role in how they set their rates.
How can I find private teachers for homeschooling near me in Colfax, IA?
If you’re not certain how to find homeschool teachers, you can use Care.com to make your search for a homeschool teacher near you in Colfax, IA easier and more efficient. To start, you can narrow your search to homeschool teachers in your general area. Then you can review rates, look for homeschooling teachers who have reviews from current or former clients, and can read different profiles to learn more about each teacher’s experience.
What types of services do homeschool teachers near me in Colfax, IA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Colfax, IA offer a wide variety of educational services. Some homeschool teachers that come to your house may provide full-day instruction and design lesson plans. Others may only come by a few times a week to teach a certain subject that the parent struggles with, such as advanced mathematics. Other homeschool teachers may choose to run small group sessions out of their home. It’s important to interview a few different candidates and to ask to learn more about services they offer.
How can I safely hire homeschooling teachers near me in Colfax, IA?
While we ask all homeschool teachers listed on Care.com to complete a CareCheck (you can see which providers completed one by looking for the badge on their profile), this is just a jumping off point. To feel comfortable that the homeschool teacher you’re hiring is safe, we recommend you take additional steps to ensure safety. For example, you can run an independent background check and request professional references when hiring a homeschool teacher near you in Colfax, IA.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Colfax, IA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Colfax, IA, it’s a good idea to interview a handful of different candidates. When interviewing teachers for homeschooling, it’s a good idea to ask them about their teaching style, about what subjects and grade levels they have experience with, and how they would handle issues such as your child not paying attention or talking to a sibling during lessons.