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60 tutors are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby tutors is 4 years
Tutors in Des Moines, IA
Tory M.
Des Moines, IA
$17-22/hr
I tutored younger grades all through high school and am happy to help anyone in middle school, elementary school, or early high school with any of their school work!
Lydia T.
Des Moines, IA
$20-31/hr • 3 yrs exp
Before I graduated high school, I was always the assigned tutor of my grade, and I have always loved helping people succeed on their own terms, rather than taking the easy way out and not actually understanding the material. Since then, I have tutored homeschooled children in my area, providing support in a variety of different...
Hi, my name is Alex, I am 21. I am looking for a caring and loving family to work for ! I work at a photography studio working with kids and infants. I have also worked at a daycare/ learning center for a year. I am CPR/ first aid certified, and I train martial arts/ self defense.
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!
Back in school I was always an A and B student. I excelled most in art and math. I got so good I starting teaching myself in advance.
I was a reading and math interventionist. I helped get students caught up on grade level!
I have been a K-12 certified school counselor for DMPS for 3 years and am currently at an elementary school. However, I spent my internship working with at-risk high school students and helped problem solve college and career plans.
Maren F.
Des Moines, IA
$20-30/hr
I have worked for years at before and after school programs, as well as nannying, where I have worked with children on their daily homework and test prep. Now that I have a full time job, I am looking to help tutor part time. I hope to work with you and your family!
Hailey J.
Des Moines, IA
$20-26/hr
Hello! My name is Hailey and I am 27 years old. I attended Central College in Pella IA I have been a stay at home mom the last 3. 5 years I have 2 young boys. I would love the opportunity to tutor your son or daughter in English! I can speak some Spanish as well as ASL. Thanks!
Suzanna H.
Des Moines, IA
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Tutor With Background In Social Work And Elementary Education
Tutor With Background In Social Work And Elementary Education
Suzanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Ximena was so sweet and my little boy loved her! "
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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:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Leah R.
Des Moines, IA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Full Time Caregiver Available (until The Start Of School - Hours Will Vary)
I have cared for quite a few children, most in the age range of newborns to 12. I have experience working with special needs kids, sick kids, and babies. I can give baths, put to bed and feed, take them places as needed, and help with homework.
I am looking for something part-time as I'm in school. I currently work at ChildServe...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Ermonie and I have over 5 years of experience providing dedicated and compassionate childcare. I absolutely love working with kids and take pride in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. Whether it's organizing fun activities, helping with homework, or simply...
Ermonie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for caring for children and helping them learn and grow. With 20 years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I'm also happy to care for multiple children at once, up to four.
My calm and creative personality, combined with...
Lili O.
Des Moines, IA
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have three years of experience working with children through babysitting and caring for younger relatives. During this time, I've developed a passion for creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for kids to thrive. I'm patient, friendly, and reliable, and I maintain open communication with parents, providing...
Lili can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
I tutored in Spanish in college and use the language daily at work. I am ready to work with your middle-schooler or high-schooler!
Kayla M.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr
I am a pharmacy major and chemistry minor at Drake University, therefore I have had a lot of experience in chemistry. I have also had the opportunity to take a lot of math and other sciences as well such as biology, biochemistry, microbiology, stats, and a little bit of calculus.
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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Des Moines, IA
In 2025 how much does it cost to hire a tutor in Des Moines, IA?
Hiring a tutor in Des Moines, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $19.00 per hour as of April 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 Des Moines, IA?
Care.com currently has 40 tutors in Des Moines, IA. You can search for tutors by their distance from Des Moines 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 Des Moines, IA?
The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Des Moines are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Des Moines who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.
What does a Des Moines, 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 40 tutors near you in Des Moines, IA that can help with a wide variety of subjects.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Tutors in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed tutors.