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Hello there!
I am an experienced elementary teacher, looking for opportunities to help fill learning gaps, support summer learning, and assist families who are needing extra academic reinforcement. I am very passionate about foundational reading and math skills. Along with my eight years of teaching experience, I also have my...
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
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
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
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021.
I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We cannot wait to have her sit again! We appreciated that she took the time and initiative to do some educational and fun activities with sidewalk chalk with our older toddler. Good communication. Macy is awesome!"
Sarah C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
For over 20 years I've enjoyed working with newborn to school age children in group childcare settings as teacher and administrator. I now enjoy the personalized quality care I can tailor to the needs of the children and families in the comfort of their own home.
I'm currently available for full time summer care. I'm fully...
Alice can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience as a Nanny. I am also a certified Substitute Teacher. Currently just open to babysitting or filling in.
Tanya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tanya is always on-time, ensures the kids are well taken care of and never leaves a mess behind. She’s been a life saver in a pinch and is a great fill in because she so personable. "
Care member
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...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kara and my experience with child care is:
Being an overnight camp counselor for the summer, a nursery coordinator with my church, swim teacher, and nanny.
I am the type of person who enjoys being active and creating engaging ways for children to spend their time. I love being outside, doing anything in the water,...
Kara can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Kara is the best and our daughter always has a blast when she is here."
Emily 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & 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.
Adrianne H.
Johnston, IA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(15)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Adrianne and I am a 24-year-old caregiver and a teacher in the Des Moines area. I am a patient and caring person and love the having the opportunity to work with children and watching them grow! I have experience caring for children of all ages since I was 15, as well as growing up with younger siblings. I...
Adrianne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My girls gave rave reviews of her kindness and she was polite, punctual, and friendly! "
Care member
Katherine M.
Ankeny, IA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Summer Tutor Helping Students Reach Grade Level Reading Skills
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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,...
I am a certified teacher taking a break from the classroom. I would love to help your student grow and thrive!
Kiska D.
Ankeny, IA
$20-150/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been tutoring for years now, my first job being freshman year of high school. I have helped students aged elementary to high school on their homework! I have always been a straight A student and know multiple instruments as well. I would love to provide help on the weekends!
Tina S.
Ankeny, IA
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Tina . I am 26 years old and live in Ankeny, Iowa with my husband of 5 years. I work during the school year at a 6th and 7th grade middle school as a severe and profound associate. Previously I have had experience working at two different daycare centers as a lead infant teacher, a lead 3-year-old teacher, a...
Tina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I am also a Registered Behavior Therapist (RBT) with years of experience working with neurodiverse individuals.
I am a high school teacher and my availability depends on school breaks. I can support with short-term babysitting, house sitting, pet sitting, or nanny positions during school breaks.
I am open to working a...
Faith P.
Grimes, IA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love being outside, I am strong in my faith, I love to experience new things and most I love spending time with my family.
I started babysitting at the age of 12 for my younger siblings and our neighbors. Throughout the years I have become CPR Certified, worked in infant to toddler care as a lead teacher in daycare for 5 years...
Rosalyn L.
Grimes, IA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I would love to help your students learn and grow. I currently work at an elementary school in Ankeny and have been there for 4 years! I can help with english, writing, math, and reading.
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...
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Polk City, IA
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.
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
Tanya M.
5.0
Tanya is always on-time, ensures the kids are well taken care of and never leaves a mess behind. She’s been a life saver in a pinch and is a great fill in because she so personable.
- Care member
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
Kara G.
5.0
Kara is the best and our daughter always has a blast when she is here.
- Emily R.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Polk City, IA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Polk City, IA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Polk City, IA is $19.00. 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 Polk City, 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 Polk City, 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 Polk City, IA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Polk City, 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 Polk City, 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 Polk City, IA.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Polk City, IA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Polk City, 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.