Compare top homeschool teachers
Find Trusted Homeschool Teachers Near Me in Grimes, IA
We have 60 homeschool teachers in Grimes, IA! Compare and hire the best homeschool teacher to fit your needs.
How it works
Share details about your homeschool teacher needs
Match with highly rated local homeschool teachers near you
Compare homeschool teacher options and choose the best fit
Homeschool teachers in Grimes, IA
Background Check
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
Background Check
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!
Background Check
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
Background Check
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
Background Check
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...
Background Check
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
Background Check
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...
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hello! I've been working with children in a variety of settings. I started in high school at a daycare as float working with multiple ages. After high school I spent 3 summers as a camp counselor and then moved onto some before/after school nannying positions. I have also been the primary teacher in an infant room in the past...
5.0
"Aubrey recently babysat for our 4yr old son and she was wonderful. First she replied quickly to my message and did not leave me hanging. She was on time and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even...
Reviewed by Kristin R.
Shelby L.
Urbandale, IA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hello! My name is Shelby. I have over 10 years of experience working in the early childhood education field. I'm a mature, reliable, flexible, and high-energy caregiver, with a passion for teaching and caring for children! I've been working with children since I was in high school. I worked from 2013 to 2019 in a child care...
5.0
"Shelby is a delight! She has a genuine passion and love for children! Shelby is reliable and very dedicated to what she does. She enjoys engaging and has a joyful spirit! Shelby is trustworthy and honest. It is...
Reviewed by Jill O.
Janiya P.
Des Moines, IA
$20-22/hr
5.0
(1)
Background Check
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!
Iqueisha B.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Background Check
I'am currently a lead teacher at koalaty Time Child Development Center and preschool. I'm very passionate about my job and it has allowed me to gain more experienced in the field I've always wanted to be in.
5.0
"She goes by "Q" and my 3 toddlers absolutely adore her! We've known Q for almost two years and she has been our regular sitter for the past year. We first met her when our 3 children attended Koalaty Time Child...
Reviewed by Katie M.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
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.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(6)
Background Check
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.
Adrianne H.
Johnston, IA
$14-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(12)
Background Check
Hello!
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...
5.0
"Adrianne has worked at my Day Care in the past during the summer and school breaks. She is very dependable, punctual. Very responsible and self motivated. She is a great multitasker and interacts well with...
Reviewed by Tracie F.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
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...
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...
Reviewed by Anita D.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hello!
I am a certified teacher that is home for the summer. I have welcomed families into my life over the summer months for many years. I have worked with infants all the way through 9th grade. I have an 12-year-old son and a 18-year-old daughter. We love to stay active during the summer. At this time I am looking for a part...
Alexa M.
Ankeny, IA
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hi! My name is Alexa and I have 10 years of childcare experience. I'm fun, goofy, and have a very bubbly personality! Give me all the Disney, sweet treats, and adventures. I'm still a kid at heart, which puts childcare right up my alley. I've always worked in childcare, and I love it. Watching kids grow and develop, makes my...
5.0
(5)
Background Check
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.
5.0
"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.
5.0
(7)
Background Check
My name is Addie, I am 22 years old and live in West Des Moines. I am looking for a full-time (40+hrs), long term nanny job. I have been in childcare for over 3 years professionally. I primarily work with infants and toddlers, but have experience with all ages. I also have daycare experience, with one title being assistant...
5.0
"Addie is an excellent caregiver. She has babysat our 20 month son twice with absolutely wonderful skill and care. I fully trust her and am excited for her to babysit him again."
Reviewed by Care member
Lani H.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Background Check
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...
5.0
"Lani is excellent- very dependable, trustworthy and a great cook too!"
Reviewed by Jonathan D.
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Grimes, IA
Aubrey M.
5.0
Aubrey recently babysat for our 4yr old son and she was wonderful. First she replied quickly to my message and did not leave me hanging. She was on time and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even on a school night. When we returned home everything was as we left it....not even a dish in...
- Kristin R.
Shelby L.
5.0
Shelby is a delight! She has a genuine passion and love for children! Shelby is reliable and very dedicated to what she does. She enjoys engaging and has a joyful spirit! Shelby is trustworthy and honest. It is an honor to have her as a friend and apart of my child and families life!
- Jill O.
Iqueisha B.
5.0
Amazing loving caring caregiver. Children love her!
Always gives her best!
- Jan C.
Elizabeth E.
5.0
She is extremely kind and patient. She works wonderfully with children and I cannot recommend her enough.
- Andrew H.
Carol M.
5.0
Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!
- Care member
Additional Homeschool Teacher Services
Homeschool Teacher Articles
How to handle planned and unplanned time off in a nanny share
April 20th, 2018 There are a number of unique logistics to work out when you’re part of a nanny share, including where the nanny will be caring for the kids and how to... Read more
20 funny end-of-school-year memes for every parent crawling toward the finish line
May 10th, 2023 Parenting is almost always a tiring job, but there’s a phenomenon that happens each year from May through June that makes it even more so. I’m talking about... Read more
What information to leave for your babysitter in case of emergency
May 1st, 2022 When your newborn is lying peacefully in their bassinet, it’s hard to imagine that you — or your babysitter — may ever need to take this chi... Read more
How to write a nanny job description and what to include
September 30th, 2022 After weighing the pros and cons of a nanny vs. day care and deciding that a nanny is best for your family, your next step is to write a nanny job posting t... Read more
The pros and cons of year-round school, according to experts
May 25th, 2023 The average number of school days per year for grades K-12 in the U.S. clocks in at about 180, according to the... Read more
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 $15.57. 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.