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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I enjoy playing games with kids and can help with homework.
Ximena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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"Ximena was so sweet and my little boy loved her! "
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Tricia K.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
Married with 3 kids at home
Ages 11, 9 and 5. Willing to help out with childcare and tutoring. I have a reading endorsement with elementary education teaching degree.
Tricia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have spent 25 years teaching life skills to the developmentally disabled and mentally disabled. I have worked for Progress Industries, Behavioral Technologies, Mainstream Living, Mosaic, and Prelude Behavioral Services. I have taught coping skills in every area possible. I have been a behavioral intervention specialist and...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm only available for occasional weeknight/weekend babysitting.
I was a professional nanny for 8 years in New Jersey. I've babysat for a variety of families starting when I was 14. I will bring games, crafts, and activities with me and help kids with their homework, tidying up before bed, and any other needs they have while...
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Elise H.
Johnston, IA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've nannied and babysat for the past 4-5 years. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation as well as homework help. I'm going into my sophomore year of college and am looking for a family to help out when I'm not in class. I also have my own transportation.
Elise can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Sophie M.
Johnston, IA
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Third child out of four girls. Used to helping out around the house, doing dishes, laundry, grocery shopping, etc. Babysat for family friends who's children were in elementary school. Would help with homework and cleaning up. Recently graduated high school and looking for an opportunity to engage with kids and make some extra...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I was a teacher working with special needs children for almost 30 years. I have 2 of my own children I adopted who are special needs. I love all animals and have both 2 dogs and several cats. I love working with children. I grew up a farm kid in rural Northern Iowa.
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and firm....
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Paige S.
Des Moines, IA
$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced educator who specializes in science and reading! I love empowering kids by helping them develop learning tools. Learning should be fun and my goal is to help kids become more confident in their abilities!
Bailey D.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Friendly And Patient Tutor To Middle And Elementary Schoolers
Hello!
I have over two years of tutoring experience and I spent a year while in college at Iowa State University working for the organization America Reads America Counts within an Elementary school to provide math and reading tutoring during recess. I'm well versed in tutoring though tough emotions and situations. I have also...
I have a Degree in Elementary Education, with a specialization in Reading and Language Arts. I have worked for a Educational Company for some time and love it.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
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, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am currently a 4th year 6th grade science teacher. I am certified to teach kindergarten to 8th grade. I have had past experience teaching various grades at elementary schools along with Language Arts and Science in the Middle School. I became a teacher as I have a passion for learning and sharing my passion for learning with...
Hello! I am a former elementary special ed teacher and current middle school special ed consultant. I have my master's degree in special education and an endorsement in reading. I hope I am a good fit to support furthering education in your family!
I played college basketball at Southeastern Community College and St. Ambrose University for all 4 years of college. I was a guard and specialized in 3 pointers and jump shots, as well as some ball handling.
From the time I was born, my mother was a registered child care provider and continued a business out of our home for 12 years so I grew up in that environment all my life. Shortly after my mother stopped her business, my sister became a registered child care provider and now runs a successful business out of her home. I have...
Jumacia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
Looking for part time tutoring work! I have a bachelors of science in Human Services and Psychology and am returning to school to get my doctorate in August. I did tutoring in high school and briefly in college as well.
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I love being outdoors, I love playing sports with children. I love arts and crafts and building and creating new things. I have 3 nieces and 2 nephews, I have experience in caring for children, assisting with homework, drop off and pick up from school and daycare. I am able to assist with meal preparations, laundry, housekeeping...
Mollie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
In my spare time, I like to volunteer in classrooms through Junior Achievement (JA) of Central Iowa, teaching students about finance and entrepreneurship.
One thing you should know about me is that I am very dedicated to being the best tutor for your kid. I will try multiple styles of teaching to find out which style resonates...
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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 $19.00 per hour as of February 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.
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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 16 tutors near you in Ankeny, IA that can help with a wide variety of subjects.