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Nicole H.
Altoona, IA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nicole and I am a 4th year 6th grade science teacher. I have been working with kids since I was in Middle school. I started with babysitting and have grown by being a counselor at various camps and I am now a teacher. I greatly enjoy being outside running, riding my bike or going for a walk. I also like to play the...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
My name is Bailey, I'm 24 and I'm a Junior at Grand View University studying psychology and public health! I have a sweet little cat, and I paint, do puzzles, sew, and read in my spare time.
I have experience that varies from baby sitting after high school for two years to tutoring in an elementary school,...
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a positive environment. My 8 year old looks forward to her visits and so does mom!"
Krystal M.
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,...
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...
Arechia G.
Rachael N.
Des Moines, IA
$19/hr • 6 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was 15. I began teaching swim lessons through the North Side otters, ! I then worked with children while I worked as a lifeguard at Universal Studios in Orlando. I am currently a sped associate working with k-5 students!
In my spare time, I like to sew costumes for my friends, ply video...
Rachael can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brenna L.
Ankeny, IA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Brenna!
Through out the years, I have had many babysitting and a couple nanny opportunities. These have been in many places from Germany, Arizona, Texas, and now Iowa. I currently hold a CPR & first aid certification due to being a life guard, but have had those and had a babysitting certification since...
Brenna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, I'm Elizabeth and in the fall I will be a sophomore at Luther College in Decorah, IA studying Elementary Education. I have 6 years of experience babysitting. I've worked at a day camp the past two summers, and I worked at a daycare for two and a half years in high school.
I am looking to help elementary students with...
I'd describe my personality as Fun devoted and loving.
I like working with kids because I get to see them smile and develop into there own individual person.
I'm looking for a job that to see a child grow and develop as a human being and teach the kids whatever I can and help the parents as much as possible.
I started...
Lynsey J.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am a teacher with 7 years of experience in both Kindergarten and 1st grade. I have a Masters in Literacy graduate degree.
I love planning activities and crafts to watch children grow and show their creative side! I enjoy learning new things, spending time outdoors, and reading.
I have a fairly flexible schedule and would...
Lynsey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
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...
Grace L.
Des Moines, IA
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Grace. I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting for 8+ years, worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher for 4 years and have been a nanny for almost 4 years. I especially love working with infants and toddlers. It is so rewarding seeing their faces light up when they start to learn new things!! Some activities...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, I've been working with children since I started babysitting at 13. I am enjoying staying home full-time with my 3-year-old son. I'm open to begin nannying again with my son in-tow. I love working with families who just need a little help a few days a week, as it can be difficult juggling parenthood with everything else....
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Josie M.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$10-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello!! My name is josie and I have a lot of experience with babysitting and looking after children. I have worked in a preschool as a teacher and I have my CPR and first aid certification, I also have done trainings for infant and toddler care (0-4). I am currently working on getting my child care certificate.
I like working...
Amanda C.
Des Moines, IA
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver With 10+ Years Of Childcare Teaching Experience Available
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been an infant, daycare, preschool teacher and nanny for a combined 12+ years. I have experience with children infant age to about 6 years old mostly, and some latchkey/summer program experience with kids 7 and older as well. I have been both a lead and assistant teacher. I have experience with detailed lesson planning...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My boys love Rachel! She is very patient and can handle my energetic boys. Would definitely recommend!!!"
Kate H.
Holly G.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Everyone!
My name is Holly and I am currently employed as a full time teacher with a well known childcare center in Des moines Iowa. I am interested in babysitting weekends and week nights after I get off of work. I am willing to travel on weekends. My rate is $20 per hour and includes activities planned and prepped by...
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Holly is by far the sweetest person I've ever met. She did so great with our boys(3 & 8), they were talking about her the next morning. Holly played with our boys, sent us updates, and got them to bed. She even did some clean up! We are so happy we found Holly, and...
Jessica N.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I also can help prepare some meals and run the children to activities if necessary. Also, I enjoy spending time with the children through play indoors or outdoors. I have taught preschool ages 2-5 and enjoy teaching the children some new things. I...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We needed a sitter when traveling to Des Moines for a wedding. When Rachel first met our daughter, she was energetic and absolutely glowed of warmth and happiness, and it immediately gave me a sense of relief that my daughter was in great hands. Rachel loves...
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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...
Molly K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a first grade teacher in Des Moines. This is my second year teaching and I am loving every minute of it!! I attended Grand View University and graduated with a degree it Elementary Education with a reading endorsement. Before teaching, I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, daycare provider, camp counselor, and respite care...
Bethany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Bethany is wonderful! She is very reliable and always arrives on time or early. Bethany is great with our kids and she has a very positive disposition."
Susan B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would like to tell you a little bit about myself. As long as I can remember I dreamed of being a mom. I surrounded myself with children. I began to babysit full time over the summers when I was only 11 years old. Starting with two little girls named Mindy and Heather, who lived just down the street. I spent several evenings...
Milinda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mindy has been our family's nanny for 6.5 years now. She has taken care of our twin girls since they were 7 months old, and has been with our 3rd child since she was born. She is always on time and always in a good mood. She is friendly and caring, and extremely...
Justine P.
Hello! I am looking to nanny for the summer of 2024 in Ankeny or surrounding areas. I am looking for a large and loving family to help make summer more easy and enjoyable. I enjoy exercising, being outside, reading, and spending time with my family. I am Red Cross lifeguard certified, as well as CPR and first-aid certified. I...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Altoona, IA
Bailey D.
5.0
Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a positive environment. My 8 year old looks forward to her visits and so does mom!
- Krystal M.
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.
Holly G.
5.0
Holly is by far the sweetest person I've ever met. She did so great with our boys(3 & 8), they were talking about her the next morning. Holly played with our boys, sent us updates, and got them to bed. She even did some clean up! We are so happy we found Holly, and are already hiring her again.
- Jessica N.
Rachel G.
5.0
We needed a sitter when traveling to Des Moines for a wedding. When Rachel first met our daughter, she was energetic and absolutely glowed of warmth and happiness, and it immediately gave me a sense of relief that my daughter was in great hands. Rachel loves children, and I’d hire her every time I...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Altoona, IA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Altoona, IA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Altoona, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of April 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has, how often you will need them to help your child with reading and the age of your child.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Altoona, IA?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Altoona, IA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Altoona and compare your options by hourly rate, the experience each reading tutor has and the specific skills they can teach. You can also see reviews from other families in Altoona that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Altoona, IA?
The goal of hiring a reading tutor is to improve your child's grades and vocabulary. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each reading tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Altoona have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their reading tasks. Your child may only need a few tutoring sessions or long-term help with their reading that could require the tutor to stay with them the entire school year.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Altoona, IA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Altoona, IA, we ask all reading tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck (look for a badge on their profile that shares when they had this background check run). However, to safely hire a reading tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.
What types of reading tutors near me in Altoona, IA can I hire?
With the help of Care.com, you can find the best reading tutors for your child. You can find tutors for reading at all levels. From learning how phonics work to improving reading comprehension. Once your child gets older, you may even want to switch to a writing tutor who can help them develop their writing skills alongside their reading comprehension skills.