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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 a certified teacher taking a break from the classroom. I would love to help your student grow and thrive!
During high school and college I tutored a child with autism and adhd. I did this for about 5 years. I also tutored one of my friends during high school, both in all subjects. Math and science come easily to me and I took advanced classes in both during high school. Look forward to meeting you!
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!
Hi, I am a special education teacher in the Des Moines area. I love working with kids of all ages and abilities. Always try to create fun ways of learning and available to help your student catch up or excel in any and all areas of academics.
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.
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...
Hi! I am 27 years old and looking for a side job. I have an associates degree in accounting, and am currently going back to school 3 days a week to be a nail technician! I have a baby who will be 1 in April! I have seven years of experience as a personal assistant with daily tasks ranging from scheduling appts, running errands,...
Mallory can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
Hi, my name is Sarah! I am a creative, loving, fun, hardworking, reliable college student. I grew up in a bigger family as the middle child. I have three younger siblings and two nephews that I babysit, help with homework, and make meals for. As a junior and senior in high school, I nannied three kids, three days a week. We went...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Carly B.
Ankeny, IA
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Carly
Hello!! I have 2 years of experience of being a nanny and watching kiddos. I can help with errands, watching the kids at home and homework assistance! I have a car as well for any activities out of the house for the kids. I have always loved being around kids and find it super easy to entertain them.
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Hi, I am Kennade, I have a passion/love for kids. I have been nannying for 6+ years, have a clean driving record/valid driver's license, CPR and First Aid Certified, have had both shots of covid-19 vaccine, and currently taking an American Sign Language course(I know the basic baby sign language). As far as kids go, I have...
Kennade can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Serenity, from Iowa! I have 1 year of babysitting experience and love working with kids. I currently coach kiddos from the age 9 to 13, and have background in assistant teaching. I've worked at a developmental day care center as well! I'm responsible, fun, and always focused on creating a safe, enjoyable environment. I...
Serenity can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
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, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gretta H.
Ankeny, IA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Gretta, and I'm an experienced, caring, and reliable babysitter who loves working with children. I have 5 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I'm committed to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids can thrive. I enjoy engaging children in creative activities,...
Gretta can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
Megan S.
Ankeny, IA
$17-27/hr
I am in my second year teaching elementary Kindergarten and first grade. I graduated college with endorsements in reading and language arts along with my elementary education degree from Grand View University.
Michaela C.
Ankeny, IA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Michaela and I am a sophomore at ISU majoring in Elementary Education! I have 2 years of professional experience along with many additional years of babysitting experience. I can help with light housekeeping, carpooling, and homework if needed.
Michaela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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 has been amazing. She has worked with both my daughter an son. Her passion for education and her ability to relate to my very different kids is invaluable. We have worked with her off and own for 5 years. Both kids are in middle school, and they are excited...
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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,...
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.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
3.0
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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, 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!"
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Recent tutor reviews in Ankeny, IA
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...
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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.
Carol M.
5.0
Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!
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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Ankeny, IA
In 2025 how much does it cost to hire a tutor in Ankeny, IA?
Hiring a tutor in Ankeny, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $18.94 per hour as of March 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each tutor has, the subject you need help with, and how often you will require tutoring.
How can I find a tutor near me in Ankeny, IA?
Care.com currently has 17 tutors in Ankeny, IA. You can search for tutors by their distance from Ankeny and compare your options by hourly pay rate, the experience, the subjects they teach, and their availability. You can also see reviews from other families that have used the tutors you're interested in. If you're interested in distance learning, explore your options for online tutors.
What type of tutoring services in 2025 can I find near me in Ankeny, IA?
The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Ankeny are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Ankeny who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.
What does a Ankeny, IA tutor do?
Generally, the term tutor refers to someone who helps students better understand an academic subject such as chemistry, math or English. The responsibilities a tutor can take on can vary. Some may simply help their students with areas of a subject they struggle with by instructing them and others may choose to help with homework or to review projects the student works on. There are 17 tutors near you in Ankeny, IA that can help with a wide variety of subjects.