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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Grimes, IA
The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 7 years
Homeschool teachers in Grimes, IA
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I have been a teacher for the last four years teaching kindergarten. I have been working with children for over 10 years working at daycares, summer nannying for multiple years. I am currently looking for a summer nanny position for the summer.
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"Samantha wasn't only our babysitter but our nanny for the summer also. It was great knowing we were always leaving our kids in good hands & never worried. Sam is very reliable, patient, a great teacher,...
Reviewed by Courtney C.
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I have almost 20 years of experience caring for children in some capacity. I have my CDA for Early Childhood education and just finished my bachelors in elementary education. I have two kids of my own as well.
Debra M.
Grimes, IA
$15-20/hr
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I am not a certified teacher, but I will be facilitating my own 3 children's online education and would love to find a child to join us!
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I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a retired teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education and also a proud grandmother of 6 great kiddos!
Terra E.
Grimes, IA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing them grow and love seeing their personality grow and show out.
I started working with kids when I was 20 years old. I currently work at a daycare, I've been there since may and I'm working on becoming a lead teacher in my room and I'm even working on going to school for early...
Ashley M.
Grimes, IA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been around children my whole life. My mother did I'm home childcare growing up. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I worked at daycare as head teacher for a 2-year-old classroom. I worked with juveniles and in corrections for six years. I am currently a social worker for the state of Iowa. I have a AS in...
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Hello! My name is Kenzie, I graduated from the University of Iowa this past May with a degree in Entrepreneurial Management and, also recently became a certified substitute teacher. I coach gymnastics part time, am active in my church, volunteer for Dance Without Limits, and babysit frequently. I have babysat for as long as I...
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I had been cleaning apartments, running groceries, and doing odd jobs for an elderly friend of mine from church! I loved helping her out and thought this would be a great thing to help others with as well! I have also been babysitting for 10+ years and worked for Waukee School District as well as a pre-kindergarten teacher in a...
Isabelle B.
Grimes, IA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I love working with kids! I've been working with kids for 3. 5 years professionally at 3 different centers. I have personal experience with my 3 younger siblings, and I've been a preschool teacher at a daycare for a little over a year but am very experienced in the other age groups from working in the different rooms. I'm fully...
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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.
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Hi! My name is Rose and I'm a Preschool Teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I moved to the Des Moines area from Montana in January of last year. I'm working on rebuilding my collection of families to babysit for! I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and a...
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"She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children."
Reviewed by Ramah H.
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I have a passion for working with children and have been in the education field for four years. In my most recent position as program manager at Right at School, I had the opportunity to work with children from a variety of age groups and backgrounds. Prior to that, I worked as an infant/toddler teacher in my hometown in Iowa,...
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"Addy took care of 2 boys so we could get out for a few hours. Sweet girl with a lot in common with them! Her empathy and patience was appreciated as one was a bit reluctant. Thanks, Addy! Look forward to having...
Reviewed by Stephanie W.
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...
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"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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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...
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"She is extremely kind and patient. She works wonderfully with children and I cannot recommend her enough."
Reviewed by Andrew H.
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...
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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...
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"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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Hi, I'm Talia! I have a full time job and am looking for babysitting jobs on week nights or weekends. I hold both a Bachelors and a Masters degree. I have 5 years of summer nanny experience, and 8 years of babysitting experience. I worked at an elementary school as a before and after school teacher as well. I love kids of all...
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"Talia was so good with my son, she was very attentive and kept to the schedule I gave her. Kiddo can be a handful and needs a strict routine and she did absolutely great, would definitely use her again."
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Adrianne H.
Johnston, IA
$14-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
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My name is Adrianne and I am a 24-year-old caregiver and a teacher in the Des Moines area. I am a patient and caring person and love the having the opportunity to work with children and watching them grow! I have experience caring for children of all ages since I was 15, as well as growing up with younger siblings. I...
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"Adrianne was a wonderful caregiver to our 5 mo old son for over a year and a half! She was dependable and always on time! I felt 100% confident when our baby was in her care- we were so appreciative to find...
Reviewed by Jillian F.
Makayla W.
Waukee, IA
$13-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hey! My names Makayla, I am 20 years old and I am looking to help some families this summer with babysitting for date nights and other things! I have 4-5 years of babysitting experience, I am a former daycare teacher and I am CPR/AED certified and trained on emergency response to injury and illness through Red Cross. I am...
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"Makayla has babysat for us multiple times and has done great! Our kids are very excited to play with her when she comes over. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Andrew E.
Lani H.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a licensed teacher and love working with children. I have been a nanny to children from 1-15 years of age and adults with Down syndrome for the past five years. I have a fun loving daughter who is almost five and a laid back 3-month-old. The family I have worked with for the past two years moved away so I am looking to find...
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"Lani is a Godsend! She took care of my sister who has Down syndrome for a year. She adhered to my sister's goals of financial literacy, health and fitness, and community involvement. Her history as an...
Reviewed by Elizabeth N.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Grimes, IA
Samantha L.
5.0
Samantha wasn't only our babysitter but our nanny for the summer also. It was great knowing we were always leaving our kids in good hands & never worried. Sam is very reliable, patient, a great teacher, responsible & always on time.
- Courtney C.
Ma'any A.
5.0
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 committed to our kids and the priorities we set for them.
- Anita D.
Rose K.
5.0
She was very good with my children (5 & 7 yr old) I was able to have an evening out with friends and get groceries. She was very interactive with the kids and responded timely to inquiries about the children.
- Ramah H.
Adrieanah H.
5.0
Addy was absolutely fantastic! My daughter loved her right away. She was so punctual, laid back and was an excellent communicator. She sent me photos, and gave me updates of how they were doing. We will definitely be using her again.
- Emma D.
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
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Grimes, IA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Grimes, IA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Grimes, IA is $15.44. 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, IA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, IA.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Grimes, IA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Grimes, 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.