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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Altoona, IA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 3 years
Homeschool teachers in Altoona, IA
Sarah F.
Altoona, IA
$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi my name is Sarah . I was an early education teacher for 8 years at a childcare center . I have my child development associates degree and am half way through my associates degree. I am CPR and first aid certified . As well as a mandatory child abuse reporter . I love kids and thought maybe nannying would be a welcome change...
Katelyn H.
Altoona, IA
$17-22/hr
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I just graduated from UNI in December of 2022. I am currently subbing for the remainder of the school year. If your elementary aged child is needing help with English or math I would love to help!
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I am currently a 4th year 6th grade science teacher. I am certified to teach kindergarten to 8th grade. I have had past experience teaching various grades at elementary schools along with Language Arts and Science in the Middle School. I became a teacher as I have a passion for learning and sharing my passion for learning with...
Alexis R.
Altoona, IA
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Fun Sitter And Tutor! Help With Homework Or At Home Science Projects :)
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Hello! My name is Alexis and I have had experience with babysitting since I was in high school. I currently work as a high school teacher in an urban area near Des Moines and I am looking for some after-school tutoring/babysiting jobs! I love to help students find their passion for science and engineering and I am certified in...
Sydney B.
Altoona, IA
$13/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I currently live in Altoona with my two dogs. I work at a childcare center as a 2-year-old teacher. I have worked with children from the ages of 1 to 5 years old. I also have experience working with dogs and cats. I know how stressful times can be and I would love to help families out! I am a full time daycare teacher, looking...
Nicole H.
Altoona, IA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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My name is Nicole and I am a 4th year 6th grade science teacher. I have been working with kids since I was in Middle school. I started with babysitting and have grown by being a counselor at various camps and I am now a teacher. I greatly enjoy being outside running, riding my bike or going for a walk. I also like to play the...
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Hello my name is Alexis! I have always had a love for kids and I currently work as a high school teacher in school just outside of Des Moines ! I am looking for a summer nanny position or a part time evening position! I have a degree in Secondary education, with endorsements in biology, chemistry, reading and stem related...
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Hello, my name is Cynthia and I have 5+ years of experience. I love working with kids of all ages and enjoy doing activities and love being on the go and outside! I currently work full time as a teachers associate. I just hit my 1 year in that position in March. Before, I worked at a daycare/preschool for 4 years. Previous to...
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Lindsey W.
Altoona, IA
$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
An Aspiring Teacher Who Would Love To Care For Your Little Ones!
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I am currently a junior (soon to be senior) at Iowa State University, studying elementary education. I am super passionate about working with kids. I have dreamed of being a teacher since I was young and am now pursuing my dream in school. I have had lots of experience with children inside a classroom and out as well. I am super...
Courtney E.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm a middle 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....
5.0
"Courtney was great. She played well with the kids and had a great personality! Definitely will reach out to again "
Reviewed by Terry M.
4.8
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I not only home schooled my six children through high school, I have tutored other students for five years at a wonderful company in Des Moines, IA. I also tutored in Houston, TX, as well as proctored LSAT exams.
While homeschooling gave me experience teaching multiple children with different grade levels, intelligence levels,...
5.0
"It is difficult to find a gifted instructor, whom you can trust to help multiple kids at different grade and ability levels, to show a remarkable improvement in your children's academic development. Yet, I...
Reviewed by Arechia G.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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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Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
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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 right out of college, and I have worked with...
5.0
"Carol is amazing! She babysits for us occasionally and also provided care for my two daughters over the summer of 2018. I always know my children are in wonderful hands and that they're learning something when...
Reviewed by Emily M.
Janiya P.
Des Moines, IA
$20-22/hr
5.0
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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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For over 20 years I've enjoyed working with newborn to school age children in group childcare settings as teacher and administrator. I now enjoy the personalized quality care I can tailor to the needs of the children and families in the comfort of their own home.
I'm currently available for full time summer care. I'm fully...
Alyssa G.
Des Moines, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I am Alyssa and I'm looking for part-time opportunities. I live downtown and work a remote position, which has allowed my schedule to be a little more flexible. I use to work as a toddler teacher and have about 3+ years experience working in the childcare field along with many years of babysitting. I also have 9 nieces...
5.0
"Alyssa was with us for almost a year, she was very involved with our kids, punctual, and always helpful. The only reason we do not have Alyssa with our kids anymore is because we moved away. My kids loved...
Reviewed by Brianne G.
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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...
Alissa H.
Des Moines, IA
$16-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
SUMMER NANNY - Substitute Teacher With An Active & Adventurous Lifestyle
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Current substitute teacher (DMPS and WDMCS) looking to stay busy over the summer! I prefer to work with school-aged children who are interested in spending time outdoors, having new experiences, and keeping active. I'm best suited to work with a family that has 1 or 2 parents working from home, who need 2-3 days per week with...
Grace L.
Des Moines, IA
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Grace. I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting for 8+ years, worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher for 4 years and have been a nanny for almost 4 years. I especially love working with infants and toddlers. It is so rewarding seeing their faces light up when they start to learn new things!! Some activities...
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I am an experienced elementary and middle school teacher currently looking for work as in-home care provider during the summer months. I would love to work with children in their home and help them continue their education during the summer in a fun and entertaining manner. I love to utilize my creativity to get the kids I serve...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Altoona, IA
Courtney E.
5.0
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 punctual, kind, trustworthy, attentive and great with children and has eased my anxiety in hiring a new caregiver. I highly highly recommend her!
- Nikole T.
Bonnie F.
5.0
It is difficult to find a gifted instructor, whom you can trust to help multiple kids at different grade and ability levels, to show a remarkable improvement in your children's academic development. Yet, I found that person with Bonnie. She pushed my children's learning using personalized lesson...
- Arechia G.
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
- Care member
Carol M.
5.0
Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!
- Care member
Alyssa G.
5.0
Alyssa was with us for almost a year, she was very involved with our kids, punctual, and always helpful. The only reason we do not have Alyssa with our kids anymore is because we moved away. My kids loved Alyssa and we would hire her again in a heartbeat.
- Brianne G.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Altoona, IA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Altoona, IA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Altoona, IA is $15.22. It’s important to keep in mind that this is just the average going rate in your location. Many factors can influence how much private homeschool teachers charge. For example, how many children you have, the subjects you want the homeschool teacher to specialize in, and their degree or years of working experience, can all play a role in how they set their rates.
How can I find private teachers for homeschooling near me in Altoona, IA?
If you’re not certain how to find homeschool teachers, you can use Care.com to make your search for a homeschool teacher near you in Altoona, IA easier and more efficient. To start, you can narrow your search to homeschool teachers in your general area. Then you can review rates, look for homeschooling teachers who have reviews from current or former clients, and can read different profiles to learn more about each teacher’s experience.
What types of services do homeschool teachers near me in Altoona, IA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Altoona, IA offer a wide variety of educational services. Some homeschool teachers that come to your house may provide full-day instruction and design lesson plans. Others may only come by a few times a week to teach a certain subject that the parent struggles with, such as advanced mathematics. Other homeschool teachers may choose to run small group sessions out of their home. It’s important to interview a few different candidates and to ask to learn more about services they offer.
How can I safely hire homeschooling teachers near me in Altoona, IA?
While we ask all homeschool teachers listed on Care.com to complete a CareCheck (you can see which providers completed one by looking for the badge on their profile), this is just a jumping off point. To feel comfortable that the homeschool teacher you’re hiring is safe, we recommend you take additional steps to ensure safety. For example, you can run an independent background check and request professional references when hiring a homeschool teacher near you in Altoona, IA.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Altoona, IA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Altoona, IA, it’s a good idea to interview a handful of different candidates. When interviewing teachers for homeschooling, it’s a good idea to ask them about their teaching style, about what subjects and grade levels they have experience with, and how they would handle issues such as your child not paying attention or talking to a sibling during lessons.