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Justin P.

Altoona, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
With a graduate degree and 17 years of experience, I am a certified teacher passionate about helping students reach their full potential. I believe every student learns differently, so I adapt my teaching using visual aids, hands-on activities, and open discussions to suit individual learning styles. I foster a supportive...
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Courtney E.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I'm a high school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience. I've...

Nikole T. says "Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is...

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Carol M.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
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...

Care Member says "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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Michael D.

Tutor

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Bailey D.

Friendly And Patient Tutor To Middle And Elementary Schoolers

Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
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...
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Lani C.

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Lani and I am 24 years old. I have experience tutoring in college to college level students in areas of biology and chemistry. I have worked with elementary and middle school students on English (writing and reading), Science (biological, chemical, and earth), and Music/Drama (public speaking, reading music,...
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Jessica H.

Swim Instructor

Des Moines, IA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I have been a swim instructor for 4 years teaching all ages and levels. From never having known how to swim to mastering butterfly, I can help teach you what you need to know.
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Robyn C.

Pleasant Hill, IA

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$24/hr
I am a professional academic librarian with five years in several public libraries of the DSM metro area. I have assisted many students and patrons finding the right resources to empower the skills needed. I can strengthen the confidence and abilities of any student in elementary school into middle school.
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Suzanna H.

Tutor - With Background In Social Work & Education

Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I've served the Des Moines area since 2017 in Education and Social Work. Currently, I operate my business as a live wedding painter full time, and offer private art, music, and elementary education lessons. My goal is to empower my students in their critical thinking skills, expanding their capacity to be adaptive, creative...
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Olivia D.

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
With experience tutoring children ages 6-15, I offer personalized lessons tailored to each student's learning style. Whether helping with homework, reinforcing concepts, or fostering academic confidence, I strive to create a supportive and engaging environment. My goal is to build trust with both students and parents, ensuring...
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Sharaden B.

Biology And Nursing Graduate Willing And Able To Help Children, Teens, Or Young Adults Excel

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
I hold teo Bachelor's degrees. One in Biology from Central College and one in Nursing from Mercy College of Health Sciences. My strongest fields are science and language arts. I am able to help with math through an algebra level.
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Elizabeth D.

Experienced Tutor

Colfax, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello, I'm Elizabeth and in the fall I will be a sophomore at Luther College in Decorah, IA studying Elementary Education. I have 6 years of experience babysitting. I've worked at a day camp the past two summers, and I worked at a daycare for two and a half years in high school. I am looking to help elementary students with...
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Katie M.

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am a current substitute elementary teacher for Ankeny Schools. I have taught all age groups and levels. I also worked as a special education associate for 8 years. I enjoy working with children and love to help them grow.
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Enjoli B.

Early Education Helper Pre-K-3rd Grade

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Enjoli ("Onja-lee") and I'm a mother of seven (6 grown) children. I have always taken an active role when it comes to the education of my children, and I'm proud to say that they have all done very well in school. I empathize with the parents having to deal with the current crisis in our world, while trying to...
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Stacy T.

Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
I'm passionate about helping students unlock their full potential through personalized support. My teaching philosophy centers on building confidence and fostering a love for learning. I actively listen to students and adapt my methods using visual aids, hands-on activities, and regular feedback. I keep students motivated by...
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Shay T.

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have more than 10 years of experience working with children. I'm currently in my 5th year of teaching. Prior to that I worked with children in a variety of positions: as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, coach and teacher. All of these experiences have given me the opportunity to help children grow and develop as individuals. It has...
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Julie V.

Tutor

Pleasant Hill, IA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I possess teaching credentials in both English and social science and have 20+ years of teaching experience. In addition to teaching adolescents, I have tutored individual and small groups of elementary-aged students in reading.. I am certified as an Orton Gillingham reading tutor. I have taught Adult Education courses in all...
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Lauren L.

Full/Part-time Caregiver Available

Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I moved to Des Moines in 2022 from Minnesota. I am looking for recurring date nights and weekend babysitting jobs! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...

Stephanie R. says "Lauren helped babysit our 15 month old and 4 month old. Jumped right in - was great and calm to have around. We will use her again and again :)"

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Brandi S.

Literature, Writing, And Speech

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I have a degree in secondary English education, with 3 years of high school teaching experience and 4 years of tutoring experience. I worked in the writing center at Northern State University in South Dakota, where I assisted college students with their literature, speech, linguistics , grammar, and composition classes. I...

Yolonda M. says "Brandi was exceptional. She was responsive and kept me updated on my pet's progress. She took the time to ensure she understood her needs and was an...

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Aimee S.

West Des Moines, IA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
As a certified teacher with a passion for nurturing young minds, I've dedicated the past decade to providing exceptional education in the classroom. My journey in this field stems from a deep desire to make a positive difference in children's lives and support families in need of reliable care. My patient and friendly nature...
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  • 60 English tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent English tutor reviews from local parents in Altoona, IA

English Tutors in Altoona, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed English tutors

Courtney E.

Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with...

- Nikole T.

Carol M.

Carol has been incredible: easy to communicate with, organized and a phenomenal teacher. Our child's confidence in math has improved greatly...

- Care member

Michael D.

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...

- Care member

FAQs for finding English tutors in Altoona

Hiring an English tutor in Altoona, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.00 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has and the type of assignments you or your child need help with.

Care.com currently has 1 English tutors in Altoona, IA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Altoona or hourly pay rate. From there, you can compare the experience each English tutor has working with kids, and the specific skills they can help you with. You can also read reviews from other families in Altoona that have worked with the tutors you're interested in.

The right English tutor for your child will be able to improve their grades and writing skills. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each English tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Altoona have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their English assignments. Your child may need only a few sessions to get on track, or long-term help that could require an English tutor staying with them the entire school year.

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