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79 homeschool teachers are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 5 years
Homeschool teachers in Des Moines, IA
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Hi! My name is Elizabeth, I'm two weeks away from being a graduate from University with and Bachelors of Science in Education. My family dubbed me as the "baby whisperer." I have been babysitting for 9 years, worked as a theatre camp counselor for 3 years and have spent over 800 hours in a classroom through practicum and student...
5.0
"She is extremely kind and patient. She works wonderfully with children and I cannot recommend her enough."
Reviewed by Andrew H.
Janiya P.
Des Moines, IA
$20-22/hr
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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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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, who you can trust to help multiple kids at different grade levels, to show a remarkable improvement in your children's academic development. Yet, I found that person...
Reviewed by Arechia G.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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. "
Reviewed by Care member
Courtney E.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
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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 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...
Reviewed by Nikole T.
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Hello! My name is Rachel, I am 33 years old and I have been working in childcare since 2009. I've been working as a nanny since November of 2015, and previous to that I worked at a child care center in downtown Des Moines as both a resource teacher and then a lead teacher in one of the preschool rooms.
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"Rachel worked with my son, who has some extra medical and developmental needs. She was excellent at communicating with us and with him. She focused on his strengths and really sought out opportunities to...
Reviewed by Shannon B.
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Hello! My name is Ma'any!
I started my 7 years of experience in child-care as a Preschool Assistant Teacher at Blue Nile Montessori Preschool in Sudan. Soon after that, I fell absolutely in love with child care. The expression of both love and kindness but teaching the kids about health and well-being through responsible...
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"We enjoyed Ma'any as the Nanny of our kids. She was always dependable and responsible. I would definitely recommend her to any family with either little or even older kids. She was very engaged and...
Reviewed by Anita D.
Payton B.
Des Moines, IA
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hey! I'm Payton, I have 4 years of experience in childcare. I've worked as an art teacher, swim instructor and coach, summer camp counselor, part-time babysitter, and special needs assistant. I currently attend school at Drake University, I am a part of Delta Gamma Sorority and Student Senate. I am Lifeguard certified, CPR and...
Alyssa G.
Des Moines, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
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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...
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"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.
Cassandra B.
Des Moines, IA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Cassandra. I have 10 years of experience working with children and am very passionate about helping them learn and grow. I was a babysitter throughout middle/high school and was a lifeguard and children's bday party host at a local swim club. Throughout college, I was a part time nanny for a few families in Cedar...
5.0
"Cassandra is such an outgoing, sweet caregiver. The kids loved her and I love her honesty. I would recommend hiring her for any childcare needs you have!"
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I am a certified Montessori 3-6 teacher (preschool and kindergarten). I have been teaching for 6 years at this age group. I have 11 years of experience ranging from infants to middle school age children. I also have experience in working with special needs children. I am looking for a semi regular job this summer. I am flexible...
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Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...
5.0
"Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple evenings per week. This has been extremely hard on my...
Reviewed by Joe W.
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I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...
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"Amber did a great job staying with our daughter, while my wife and I went on a date. She had no problems coming to meet us for an interview. She seemed very knowledgeable about watching kids due to her...
Reviewed by Henry T.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
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"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.
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I will receive my Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education with both Reading and Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) upon graduation in May 2023. I have over 120 practicum observation hours as well as a semester of student teaching both at the primary and secondary level. For elementary students I am fully qualified...
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My Degree is in Music Education with a focus in Voice. I lived in Nashville writing and singing for 5 years and recently moved back to the Des Moines area. I have been performing since the age of 5. I love to Music and I love to help others learn.
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Hi!! My name is Madeline and I am in my first year of teaching 1st grade here in Des Moines:) I have both my teaching license and a reading endorsement.
I love getting to foster learning each day with my students and I would love to help your child out as well, especially with reading or math! There is nothing more amazing than...
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Hello! I am a new stay at home mom and am looking for something I can either bring my infant to or do virtually. I am a licensed teacher K-8 and have endorsements in special education, reading and social studies. While I do not have an endorsement in Math it is my favorite subject and I enjoy teaching it at the elementary level....
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I am graduating with my Masters of Arts in Teaching degree, endorsed in Special Education in May of 2020. I will start my teaching job in August and am looking for a summer tutor position or nanny position until I start teaching full-time. I have experience working with a wide range of learners, including: elementary literacy...
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I have been a special education teacher serving child with server disabilities for 10 years. I am interested in providing quality care to your family.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Des Moines, IA
Elizabeth E.
5.0
She is extremely kind and patient. She works wonderfully with children and I cannot recommend her enough.
- Andrew H.
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
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.
Rachel H.
5.0
Rachel has been a full-time nanny for our two boys since our youngest was 12 weeks old. (He is now 3.5) She has been a truly loving caregiver to both of them, and we feel so lucky to have her in our lives. Every day she plans fun outings to the park, library, or some other activity, and she has been...
- Sarah P.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Des Moines, IA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Des Moines, IA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Des Moines, IA is $17.68. 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 Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA?
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What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Des Moines, IA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Des Moines, 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.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA homeschool teachers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Homeschool Teachers in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews of the 79 listed homeschool teachers.