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The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby tutors is 3 years
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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...
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"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...
Reviewed by Ellie M.
Natalie C.
Ames, IA
$12-22/hr • 9 yrs exp
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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
-...
5.0
"We have very high standards for the people who sit with our 4 year old son. We found Natalie to be very skillful in working with him, keeping him fully-engaged, active, and winning him over without any...
Reviewed by Caialee C.
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I have experience nannying 2 young girls for my entire senior year of high school. I interacted with them both indoors and outdoors doing various activities. I also was responsible for their after school snack and ensuring they had their homework done. I also have 13 siblings of all ages and I'm the middle child, so I have...
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"Ella is GREAT with kids. She loved our kids and took care of them while we were at work. I would never use the word babysitter because Ella did more than babysit—she cared for our children: helping them with...
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Hi! A bit about myself- I am originally from North Dakota and studied and received my BFA with an emphasis in painting at NDSU. I recently moved to Des Moines with my partner, who works as an associate professor at ISU. I'm an oil painter, and am planning to get my MFA next fall of 2024 in Chicago.
I am looking for a family...
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"Andrea felt like family! Our daughter adored her. She was active and made sure our child stayed stimulated by taking her to museums, parks and keeping her engaged through books and play. She is a reliable...
Reviewed by Sonjia B.
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I'm a 21-year-old college student who is looking for a job I'll love. I'm going to finish up school this year at Dmacc majoring in Exercise science. 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...
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"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...
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Hey party people! My name is Cayann and I am a junior at Iowa State University studying Math Education. I previously studied English Education and now aspire to be a Middle/High School Math Teacher! I have also been a nanny children ranging in ages from 5-14 years. I am now looking to venture out into tutoring to increase my...
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Able to tutor general school subjects up to middle school. Able to tutor math and science and German through college level.
Experience:
1. Instructor (YEL): taught chess, programming (Scratch), rocketry, and fencing.
2. Supplemental Instruction Leader (ISU): taught college-level math and chemistry.
3. Summer Tutor (KTC): taught...
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The only experience I have of tutoring is my own siblings, I've never been paid for it. I'm an engineering student at Iowa State University with 4 younger siblings. I'm great with kids of all ages and think tutoring would be a great way to share my knowledge with others and help others grow. I'm from Minnesota, so I'm too far...
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I have always loved to learn, and I hope to spread that passion to my students! My experience includes working as a special education assistant in the Ames Community School district for two years, working as a reading tutor intern for eight months, providing homework support tutoring for Educational Tutorial Servies for one...
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I have a PhD in Mathematics. I tutored people throughout my undergraduate and graduate degree. I love teaching people mathematics and hope that I can help you too. During my masters and undergraduate, I also taught some labs/recitations for Pre-Calculus, Calculus and Developmental Mathematics. I can tutor anything from High...
Abigail S.
Ames, IA
$14-25/hr
Tutoring In English, Reading, Writing, Social Sciences, & Math Up To Pre-algebra
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Hi! My name is Abbie. I got my BA in psychology and crim. Justice from Iowa State and am pursuing an online MA in mental health counseling through NYU. I am passionate about learning and teaching the next generation in reading, English, social science, and math up to pre-algebra.
I also am available to do pet sitting.
I'd...
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I've worked in an elementary school in Ankeny where I assisted students in a computer technology class.
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My name is Haley, and I am currently a 4. 0 student in my fourth year at the University of Northern Iowa studying TESOL Teaching with a Linguistic Studies certificate. I have gone through all three levels of my teaching field experience and will be student teaching in the Spring of 2024. Along with through my program, I...
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After attending 8 years of school (4 years undergrad, 4 years of vet school), I have become a very efficient learner! I have many years of experience tutoring middle school, high school, undergrad, and professional students. I am very patient and offer hands-on lessons. I have a passion for teaching and would love to share it...
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I am pre-service English teacher in my final year of schooling at Iowa State. I will be full-time student teaching at the middle school level of ELA this fall 2024. I will graduate and earn my teaching licensure in December 2024. Via my license, I will be certified to teach grades 6-12. I love working with students on reading,...
Janessa J.
Ames, IA
$19-24/hr
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I'm an Elementary Education major and currently student teaching. One of my endorsements is math and certified to teach math from K-8th grade.
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Hi there! I'm MacKenzie. I am a licensed special education teacher looking to step away from the profession to stay home more with my little girl. I have 5 years of special education teaching experience. During my years as a special education teacher I worked students in first through fifth grades who had various disabilities...
Rose P.
Ames, IA
$18-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I'm great at breaking down concepts to help school aged children. I am also experienced in anatomy and physiology for high school students. I am very creative and will work hard to make sure I can explain a concept in a manner that makes sense to you. I have experience with ADHD and have come a long way in managing it myself. I...
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I have always been a straight A/B student. I am currently working for my degree in education. I also am an honors student at ISU. I am pretty good with most subjects. My favorite/ best subjects are math, science and English.
Maggie M.
Ames, IA
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am in the Ames area every other week during the summer. I am tutoring while in my hometown and work at Texas Roadhouse after 3:45 Monday-Friday while I am in Ames!
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Recent tutor reviews in Ames, IA
Makayla C.
5.0
Makayla is a very genuine, fun-loving and caring person! She is very responsible and great with kids, and just a joy to be around! She is motivated and strives to do her best at everything she does and has a wonderful sense of humor to keep things lighthearted and fun!
- Amanda B.
Natalie C.
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.
Ella T.
5.0
Ella is GREAT with kids. She loved our kids and took care of them while we were at work. I would never use the word babysitter because Ella did more than babysit—she cared for our children: helping them with homework, playing with them, taking them places, etc.
- Care member
Andrea Q.
5.0
Andrea felt like family! Our daughter adored her. She was active and made sure our child stayed stimulated by taking her to museums, parks and keeping her engaged through books and play. She is a reliable person and offered a peace of mind to our family. She kept our space tidy and kept up on...
- Sonjia B.
Kirsten M.
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 pool, so it was a fun and varied...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Ames, IA
In 2024 how much does it cost to hire a tutor in Ames, IA?
Hiring a tutor in Ames, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $15.98 per hour as of April 2024. 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 Ames, IA?
Care.com currently has 41 tutors in Ames, IA. You can search for tutors by their distance from Ames 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 2024 can I find near me in Ames, IA?
The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Ames are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Ames who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.
What does a Ames, 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 41 tutors near you in Ames, IA that can help with a wide variety of subjects.
Ratings for Ames, IA tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Tutors in Ames, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 47 listed tutors.