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Nancy S.

Van Meter, IA

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$18/hr
I have experience working with preschool to early elementary as a librarian. My goal is always to first teach the child to love books. I read with enthusiasm and patience, bringing each book to life with voices, puppets and more. I use phonics methods to teach children the sounds of each letter and then slowly introduce sight...
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Brooklynn H.

Winterset, IA

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$18/hr
Hi! My name is Brooklyn, and I have experience working in education, helping students build confidence and succeed academically. My background has taught me patience, strong communication skills, and how to adapt learning strategies to meet each student's individual needs. I strive to create a positive, supportive environment...
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Audrey K.

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
My experiences tutoring have mainly been with children and their growth in certain art-related skills such as drawing and using the wheel. That said, I am a licensed k-6 elementary teacher as well as a k-12 art teacher, so I am more than qualified to help your student set and achieve their academic goals.
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Courtney E.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
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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Anne Marie F.

Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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Greetings! I am a teacher with a Master's degree in education and 20+ years of experience in the classroom, tutoring, and working at summer camps. I have worked with English language learners, children with extra needs, and those kiddos who need extra patience. I am looking to help out families during weekend date nights or...
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Lauren L.

Full/Part-time Caregiver Available

Johnston, IA

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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
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...
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Rosy W.

Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Unlocking your unique academic potential is my primary goal. With three years of tutoring experience, I specialize in tailoring my approach to fit your specific learning style. I achieve this by actively listening and observing how you interact with new material, ensuring our sessions remain effective and engaging. When we...
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Rachel W.

Veteran Teacher Seeking Summer Tutoring Opportunities

West Des Moines, IA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Rachel and I am a full time 2nd grade teacher. I am looking for some tutoring opportunities for my summer months off!
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Molly M.

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
I am currently a senior who will be graduating in May 2026 with my degree in Elementary Education. I am willing to help with a variety of subjects as needed!
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Rachel G.

Special Education Teacher Tutor For Communication, Life Skills, Math, And Reading.

Des Moines, IA

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$35/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as calm, patient and creative I like tutoring because I love working with children and helping them achieve their full potential. I want to help children feel that they belong in their school and community. I'm looking for a job that allows me to work with children with special needs--that is my...
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Amy B.

Part-Time Tutor Available For Various Subjects

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
I am a certified teacher who has experience teaching secondary students. In addition to that I have several years of experience working with a variety of ADD/ADHD, Autistic, hearing impaired, Down Syndrome, ESL, and Level I, II, & III special education students. I have also worked with students who struggle with reading,...
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Dorothy S.

Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Dorothy a passionate Christian, educator, counselor and advocate for holistic development of children and young people. She has a strong desire to see children and teens grow spiritually, emotionally, socially, and academically, becoming responsible individuals who are well prepared for life. Her commitment to children has...
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Rebecca F.

Experienced And Effective

Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
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.
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Jacqueline S.

Grimes, IA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Empowering students to reach their full potential drives my approach to education. I believe every learner possesses unique strengths, and I strive to build a supportive, patient environment where critical thinking thrives. By actively observing how you interact with new material and maintaining open communication, I tailor my...
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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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Mary D.

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hello!! I am an English major and reading and writing is my passion! My hopes are to become a children's librarian!! As a swim instructor and nanny for 5 years I am well adapted to kids and their ever changing attitudes and how that impacts their belief in themselves and their learning! I have utilized my love of reading to help...
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Caroline B.

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have three younger sisters that I have tutored during summers when they were in K-8th grade. I also have tutored children ages 5-7 in all subjects over the summer.
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Lydia S.

Tutoring & Lessons

Urbandale, IA

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$25/hr
Hello, my name is Lydia and I've worked as a nanny for years! I am also a CNA and have 2 years of experience in nursing school. I have worked with many people who had special medical needs and also wanted more support and structure with their learning. Learning has been one of the greatest joys in my life, and I love to see this...
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Abigail L.

Tutor

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have experience in tutoring special needs students at Southeastern University. I also regularly work with/stay with a friend of mine with Down syndrome who is in her 20s. I am intuitive, very positive, and patient and would love to work with your student to help them to thrive. :)
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Maryn H.

Johnston, IA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
I am a 6th grade language arts and social studies teacher! I also am a dance team coach and have experience with teaching piano lessons.
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  • 56 English tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of November 2026

FAQs for finding English tutors in Van Meter

Hiring an English tutor in Van Meter, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $18.00 per hour as of November 2026. 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 Van Meter, IA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Van Meter 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 Van Meter 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 Van Meter 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.