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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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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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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
Looking for part time tutoring work! I have a bachelors of science in Human Services and Psychology and am returning to school to get my doctorate in August. I did tutoring in high school and briefly in college as well.
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Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Alyssa, and I'm a patient, dependable, and encouraging tutor who enjoys helping students of all ages succeed. I currently work as a Direct Support Professional, where I support individuals with learning new skills, staying organized, building confidence, and reaching personal goals. This experience has...
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about unlocking every student's potential through personalized learning. For the past three years, I have helped students build confidence and develop a genuine love for learning. I actively listen to students and observe how they engage with new material, allowing me to adapt my teaching methods using visual...
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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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Enthusiastic Tutor For Sciences, English, And Math

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm Jen and I hope to help families in the Des Moines area. My full time job is as a chemist down at College in Pella. I have a degree in biology and a minor in theater. I have a wide variety of interests including English (I'm a reader and a writer) and math. I'd describe my personality as caring, thoughtful, and fun. I'm...
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Ankeny, IA

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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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Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been a special education teacher for 12 years and am looking for a part time gig for the summer a few hours a week. I have taught grades 6-12th and every subject to some capacity. I am will to tutor any age.
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Ankeny, IA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
I am a 4th grade teacher with experience both in my own classroom and as a long-term substitute. I earned my degree in Elementary Education from Iowa State University with a specialization in mathematics. I have also tutored in the past and enjoy helping students build confidence, strengthen skills, and feel successful in their...
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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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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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Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I have been tutoring for years now, my first job being freshman year of high school. I have helped students aged elementary to high school on their homework! I have always been a straight A student and know multiple instruments as well. I would love to provide help on the weekends!
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Tutor Available

Clive, IA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I started tutoring in high school for peers and also worked in an elementary school working with kids after school. When I was in college, I tutored statistics at my school, as well as other peers and students. I'm familiar with the majority of subjects, but as grade levels go up, I am most specialized in math. My rates vary by...
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Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
My name is Kaylyn, I'm 19 years old and graduated from Illini west high school in 2018. I have a part time job right now but need some extra money. I don't have any experience tutoring but I did work at a daycare a couple years ago and help teach the kids there.
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Reading And Writing Tutor For All Ages

Waukee, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am a secondary English teacher with three years experience teaching high school. I've also spent time in middle school ELA classrooms and have taught English as a Second language to both adults and elementary students. I tutored elementary students in reading and math during college at the University of Northern Iowa. I love...
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  • 16 high school tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.71/hr as of April 2026

FAQs for finding high school tutors near you in Des Moines, IA

The average hourly rate for a high school tutor near you in Des Moines, IA is $17.71. This is just an average though and the actual rate you’ll pay for high school tutoring will vary due to a couple of different factors. For example, the experience level of the tutor, the subject your child requires assistance with, and the level of classes your child is taking can all impact the rate a high school tutor charges.

If you’re looking for tutors for high school students near you in Des Moines, IA, you can use Care.com to simplify your search. You can start by filtering available high school tutors by their location and rate. From there you can read their profiles to learn more about their experience and to check out reviews from other clients.

You can find a wide variety of high school tutors near you in Des Moines, IA. From English to writing, to high school math tutors, you can cover all of the basics. You can also find high school tutors who can help your teen study for college entrance exams like the SATs. Some high school tutors even specialize in niche subjects like organic chemistry, biology or calculus.

When you look into hiring a high school tutor for your teen, safety is something that is likely top of mind. To help you find a high school tutor safely near you in Des Moines, IA, we ask all tutors for high school students listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck. You will find a badge on a tutor’s profile that shares when they had this background check run if they completed it. That being said, to safely hire a high school tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research. This can be done by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.

Again, interviewing a handful of high school tutor candidates near you in Des Moines, IA is a good idea. Being good at tutoring for high school students depends on their background and teaching preferences. You can ask high school tutors where they learned their area of expertise, what teaching techniques they tend to use, and what subject matter areas they feel most comfortable teaching.

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