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Mallory F.


Ankeny, IA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Tutoring

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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!
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Morgan M.


Johnston, IA

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Creative, Compassionate, Engaging Tutor

Current Teaching Position: Special Education at Urbandale Middle School Specialties: Elementary Education, all subjects & Special Education accommodations/supports I began my teaching career in 2015. I worked as a Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing for 6 years supporting the needs of a variety of students with special needs. In...
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Sophie M.


Johnston, IA

$12-17/hr4 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am not a certified teacher, but I will be facilitating my own 3 children's online education and would love to find a child to join us!
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Ciera H.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I've been a teacher for the past four years. I haven't necessarily tutored one on one before but it's part of my job as a teacher to assist students when they need help or extra help.
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Emily M.


Johnston, IA

$30-40/hr9 yrs exp

Tutoring Profile

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 have 40 + years of experience. I can help with Special Education, English, science, and math. I am a lifelong learner and love to interact with students to improve their skills. I get to know their interests so that I can help them find a love of learning. I have a Masters' Degree in the Humanities from California State...

Maggie L.


Johnston, IA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Fun, Effective Tutoring

Hi, I'm Maggie! I'm a second-year teacher with DMPS. During my first year, I worked as a reading and math interventionist, helping students build essential skills. This year, I'm teaching kindergarten and am excited to help young learners grow in a fun, positive, and engaging environment. With over 5 years of childcare...
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Bailey D.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter!

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, 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.

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Sarah B.


West Des Moines, IA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

My name is Sarah and I am currently a 5th grade teacher in the Des Moines area. I am finishing up my second year of teaching and will continue teaching 5th grade next school year. I have always loved working with kids and have experience with all ages from 6 months to 14 years old. I have nannied almost every summer since I was...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!"

Hannah B.

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Carol M.


Des Moines, IA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

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 is incredible. Our daughter has more confidence and joy with math and Carol is fantastically organized and a great communicator. "

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Savannah! I am a fifth grade teacher in the Waukee School District! I graduated in May of 2023 and I've been loving teaching so far. I have 8 years of experience within the field of childcare, working as a babysitter, an educator at Generation Next Child Development Center, and a Summer nanny. I am CPR/First-Aid...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Savannah brings so much joy to our family when she cares for our girls. She is kind, energetic, warm and my daughters love her. She is patient and understanding. My six-year-old considers it to be a play date and special treat when Savannah babysits. On top of the...

Melissa M.

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Edith M.


Des Moines, IA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Native Spanish Speaker

Hello! I'm reliable, and mother of 3 boys. I'm fluent in both English and Spanish. I was an interpreter for 10 years in the Des Moines area. I've live in Des Moines over 20 years. I was born in Mexico but raised most of my life in Arizona. I graduated from Lincoln High School. I'm looking for an opportunity that will allow me to...
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Alexandra S.


Waukee, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Caregiver

Hello, my name is Alexandra! I am 27 and a SAHM of one! I have been watching children on and off for the past 14-15 years ranging in ages Newborn-18. My primary responsibilities included giving baths, preparing meals/snacks, providing transportation to activities, assisting with homework, putting the children down for...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alex is great with children. She interacts and entertains well with all ages. She is pleasant and on time. "

Emilie Q.

I absolutely love math/ science... I'm sort of a geek when it comes to those subjects. I got an average grade of an A, when it comes down to knowing the craft. Along with being able to excel in it, I love teaching/ helping people understand it even more! I would love to help and hear any questions you have for me!
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Kirsten M.


Ames, IA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Dependable Sitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 22-year-old college student who is looking for a job I'll love. I took last year off of school to be a full time nanny to two young boys 2 and 4 years old. I have always loved working with children since as long as I can remember. My mother had an at home daycare where I helped out, I also have had lots of babysitting jobs...
Kirsten can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kirsten was insightful and creative with my grandchildren’s day. She staged a virtual movie theater in the living room because my tv went out. They laid on their backs as she held up a colorful picture book to read. Very cosy! She also took them to the library and...

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Autumn T.


Des Moines, IA

$18-32/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

3.3

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Autumn, and I recently graduated from Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa! I have over seven years of experience working with kids ranging from infants to middle school age. I do have my own car, so transportation would not be a problem. I also love to cook so I would definitely be happy to help with any meals. Along...
Autumn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Autumn is absolutely amazing! She is great with the kids. She actually plays with them and is NOT the type of sitter who just sits on her phone. She checks in with me, let's me know how things are going. She is even great at helping out last minute when needed....

Elizabeth G.

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Natalie C.


Ames, IA

$12-22/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I've cared for children since middle school because I love helping them grow. As a regular caregiver, I have and do - support infants' development, engage them, diaper them, and help them fall asleep, - ensure toddlers interact with their peers and build their routines, - encourage preschoolers' independence, and -...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natalie did a great job with our 4 yr old son! He took to her right away and had a blast. He even asked the next morning if she was still there."

Jessica C.

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Abigail B.


Des Moines, IA

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Fun Nanny With College Education And 12+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been nannying, tutoring and helping parents on and off for 17 years, giving me 12+ years of experience. I have 3 children of my own, ages 23 months (son), 3 (daughter) & 6 (daughter). My kids are mild tempered and fun loving and LOVE making new friends. My daughters will be in Pre-school & 1st Grade beginning August 26th....
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Abigail was such a wonderful nanny for my growing family. She is the right combination of loving & structured. She helped teach the kids new skills such as cooking, baking, & swimming. She was great at crafting with them and playing pretend. She is a hard worker. I...

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Makayla C.


Ames, IA

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter And Optional Tutor

I am a freshman at University and I'm looking for a babysitting job around me or Moline, IL when I head home. I have watched my little brother and sister from their early baby stages to their current age of elementary school student, while additionally taking care of my mom's coworkers children. I regularly practice...
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Makayla is a very sweet, fun, genuine, and a hard working person! She is great at communicating and will be very reliable! Makayla would be a great person to hire because she cares and always does her best at anything she puts her mind to!"

Ellie M.

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Recent tutor reviews in Polk City, 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.

Sarah B.

5.0

she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!

- Hannah B.

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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Savannah H.

5.0

Savannah was always on time, respectful and ready to work when we she was our nanny! Our kids really enjoyed the activities she suggested, and her calm, laid back demeanor was a good fit for our family. We would welcome Savannah again in the future. Highly recommend!

- Sara R.

Alexandra S.

5.0

Alex has been wonderful over the years with babysitting and caring for our daughter since she was a baby. Our daughter is now 8 years old and we still have her take care of her when we are back in town. Alex is extremely attentive, caring, and reliable person that we can always count on. She takes...

- Renee R.

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