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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Urbandale, IA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Urbandale, IA
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Hello, I'm Miriam, currently serving as a Lead Teacher for Two-Year-Olds at the Bob and Billie Ray Child Development Center. I hold certifications in CPR and first aid, with training in universal precautions and bloodborne pathogen safety. I am proud to possess my Early Childhood CDA and am actively pursuing an Early Childhood...
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"Miriam was fantastic, she looked after my 3 month old and two dogs for a date night! Had a great phone interview and provided references for me. She was on time and very quick to respond when I texted to...
Reviewed by Ashlee W.
Shelby L.
Urbandale, IA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
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"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.
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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...
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"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.
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Hello, my name is Lydia and I've worked as a nanny for years! I am also a CNA and have 2 years of experience in nursing school. I have worked with many people who had special medical needs and also wanted more support and structure with their learning. Learning has been one of the greatest joys in my life, and I love to see this...
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Hello! I am a local Des Moines tutor with a flexible schedule, available for home or online services for most grade levels. I have graduated with both my bachelor's and master's degrees, so I understand how important a good, strong education is. I would love to tutor your child(ren) in any subject they may be having troubles...
Alyssa A.
Urbandale, IA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello! I am an elementary special education teacher who is looking for work during the summer months! I love to be outside, do lots of crafts, and have memorable experiences! I have experience tutoring as well as just being a general caregiver. I have experience with children who have autism, as well as other behavioral and...
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Hello! My name is Katie and I moved to DSM one year ago for my husband's job with the DSM fire department. Currently I am a nanny for two children under age 3 with another one on the way! I have 1 year experience as a preschool teacher, 4 years experience providing respite services for kids and adults with special needs and 2...
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Hello! I'm Susan & I worked at a child care center as a teacher in the infant classroom for 4 years, I've been a nanny in the past, & I currently work at a different child care center/preschool in the preschool room and have been there for over 5 years now. I have a daughter of my own who is 10 & a daughter who is almost 2...
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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 is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!"
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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!
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.
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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 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....
Reviewed by Sarah P.
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I moved to Des Moines this past year from Minnesota. I am looking for a full time nanny job staring in September! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...
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"I hired Lauren to watch my 10-month-old daughter who has never really had a babysitter before. Lauren did great and was very sweet with her! We would definitely hire her again."
Reviewed by Erin H.
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.
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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...
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...
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"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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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 worked as a full time assistant teacher for The Goddard School since September 2021. I worked in a room with 10 children, 18-24 months old. This required changing their diapers regularly, feeding them lunch, and teaching them words, colors, and how to clean up toys. Other than that, I have taught dance classes to children...
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"Melissa is wonderful with kids of all ages. She is reliable and caring. My kiddos were genuinely excited to see her every time she looked after them both in a school setting and home setting."
Reviewed by Jane M.
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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...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Urbandale, IA
Miriam M.
5.0
Miriam was fantastic, she looked after my 3 month old and two dogs for a date night! Had a great phone interview and provided references for me. She was on time and very quick to respond when I texted to checked on everyone. I look forward to working with her again in the future!
- Ashlee W.
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.
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.
Amber M.
5.0
Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Makayla W.
5.0
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!
- Andrew E.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Urbandale, IA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Urbandale, IA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Urbandale, IA is $16.38. 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Urbandale, IA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Urbandale, 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.