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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. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel, I am 33 years old and I have been working in childcare since 2009. I've been working as a nanny since November of 2015, and previous to that I worked at a child care center in downtown Des Moines as both a resource teacher and then a lead teacher in one of the preschool rooms.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel was my son child care provider, she was always very caring, compassionate and encourage my child to learn and try new things."
Jennifer N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Des Moines in 2022 from Minnesota. I am looking for recurring date nights and weekend babysitting jobs! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)"
Stephanie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rose and I'm a Preschool Teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I moved to the Des Moines area from Montana in January of last year. I'm working on rebuilding my collection of families to babysit for! I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and a...
Rose can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children."
Ramah H.
Payton B.
Des Moines, IA
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Payton, I have 4 years of experience in childcare. I've worked as an art teacher, swim instructor and coach, summer camp counselor, part-time babysitter, and special needs assistant. I currently attend school at Drake University, I am a part of Delta Gamma Sorority and Student Senate. I am Lifeguard certified, CPR and...
Payton can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have a degree in secondary English education, with 3 years of high school teaching experience and 4 years of tutoring experience. I worked in the writing center at Northern State University in South Dakota, where I assisted college students with their literature, speech, linguistics , grammar, and composition classes. I...
5.0
"Brandi was exceptional. She was responsive and kept me updated on my pet's progress. She took the time to ensure she understood her needs and was an overall joy to work with. "
Yolonda M.
Alexa M.
Waukee, IA
$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexa and I have 10 years of childcare experience. I'm fun, goofy, and have a very bubbly personality! Give me all the Disney, sweet treats, and adventures. I'm still a kid at heart, which puts childcare right up my alley. I've always worked in childcare, and I love it. Watching kids grow and develop, makes my...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
My name is Sarah and I am currently a 5th grade teacher in the Des Moines area. I am finishing up my second year of teaching and will continue teaching 5th grade next school year. I have always loved working with kids and have experience with all ages from 6 months to 14 years old. I have nannied almost every summer since I was...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!"
Hannah B.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amanda! I used to be a an a assistant teacher and have experience with 6months up to 5 yrs old. I am CPR, first aid, and aed certified.
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kathryn C.
Polk City, IA
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I currently have a full time job, working in insurance. While I love this, it doesn't completely satisfy me. I want to start tutoring part time as I miss working with kids.
I have a passion for bringing creativity to learning. Learning an unfamiliar subject can be hard and frightening at times.
I also know that in order for...
Hello there!
I am a SAHM of two toddler boys, looking for ways to help other families this summer! Before becoming a SAHM, I was a primary elementary teacher in the Des Moines area.
I am fairly flexible as long as you don't mind my toddlers tagging along during the work day. 3 p.m. and later I can typically leave the boys...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Gwenivere W.
West Des Moines, IA
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've enjoyed being around & caring for children my whole life; as an older sibling in a large family, as well as a teacher in childcare centers around Iowa. I have 4+ years of childcare experience, college degree, CPR/first aid certifications, & up-to-date HHS reporter training.
I'm familiar with children of all ages & stages....
Peighton O.
Clive, IA
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there, I'm Peighton! I'm currently a special education assistant teacher for Waukee Schools for about 10 years now. Working with kids is a huge passion of mine. I've nannied for multiple families over the years. :)
Peighton can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a college graduate and have experience tutoring kids ages 5-18. While my favorite subjects are math and business skills, I also have experience in many other fields. I also worked at a summer camp for children with disabilities this past summer, and have learned a lot about the way kids brains work and different types of...
Tiana R.
Ankeny, IA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated, Nurturing, Fun Nanny Looking For A Short Term/long Term Position.
With over 10 years of experience, I have honed my skills in childcare, serving as both a nanny and a para educator/teacher's aide in school settings. My expertise spans a wide range of age groups, from infants as young as 0-3 months to teenagers up to 16 years old. Throughout my career, I've found immense fulfillment in working...
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...
Julianne H.
Johnston, IA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
As a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a graduate degree, I am dedicated to fostering children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature allows me to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe and loved.
With one year of experience, I am comfortable caring for up to three children,...
Julianne can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Alyssa A.
Urbandale, IA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am an elementary special education teacher who is looking for work during the summer months! I love to be outside, do lots of crafts, and have memorable experiences! I have experience tutoring as well as just being a general caregiver. I have experience with children who have autism, as well as other behavioral and...
I have been a Special Educator for 20 years. Your child will grow and enjoy learning. I have a reading endorsement and a masters in Special Education.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Grimes, 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
- Care member
Rachel H.
5.0
Rachel has been a full-time nanny for our two boys since our youngest was 12 weeks old. (He is now 3.5) She has been a truly loving caregiver to both of them, and we feel so lucky to have her in our lives. Every day she plans fun outings to the park, library, or some other activity, and she has been...
- Sarah P.
Lauren L.
5.0
Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)
- Stephanie R.
Rose K.
5.0
She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children.
- Ramah H.
Brandi S.
5.0
Brandi was exceptional. She was responsive and kept me updated on my pet's progress. She took the time to ensure she understood her needs and was an overall joy to work with.
- Yolonda M.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Grimes, IA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Grimes, IA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Grimes, IA is $21.00. 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, IA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, IA.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Grimes, IA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Grimes, 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.