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60 reading tutors are listed in Ankeny, IA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Ankeny, IA
Ciera H.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I've been a teacher for the past four years. I haven't necessarily tutored one on one before but it's part of my job as a teacher to assist students when they need help or extra help.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021.
I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
5.0
"We cannot wait to have her sit again! We appreciated that she took the time and initiative to do some educational and fun activities with sidewalk chalk with our older toddler. Good communication. Macy is...
Reviewed by Sarah C.
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Hello! I am looking to nanny for the summer of 2024 in Ankeny or surrounding areas. I am looking for a large and loving family to help make summer more easy and enjoyable. I enjoy exercising, being outside, reading, and spending time with my family. I am Red Cross lifeguard certified, as well as CPR and first-aid certified. I...
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I started working with kids when I was a kid myself. In middle school I started participating in mentorship programs and helping elementary students learn to read. As I grew up I started to babysit and tutor students. This passion continued when I got my masters in art education and worked as an art teacher in Buffalo, New York....
Kelli C.
Ankeny, IA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello! I am an Iowa State University graduate with a major in elementary education. I received my endorsements in special education: mild to moderate, and reading in 2018. In 2020, I completed my graduate endorsement in special education: intellectual disabilities from Morningside University.
For four years, I worked as a...
Lindsey G.
Ankeny, IA
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Lindsey, and I have a passion for working with children. I am 22 years old. I have experience nannying, two years at a daycare, and involved in helping with children at my church. My favorite thing to do with children is teach them to explore the outdoors, and I love to read to them! I have an Australian...
4.8
(5)
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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,...
4.0
"Bonnie has a big heart and a caring spirit. She is also fair and believes in accountability in both herself and others."
Reviewed by Joanne J.
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I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I also can help prepare some meals and run the children to activities if necessary. Also, I enjoy spending time with the children through play indoors or outdoors. I have taught preschool ages 2-5 and enjoy teaching the children some new things. I...
5.0
"Rachel is wonderful with our L. She is great with communication and easy to work with. We had a great date night, thank you so much Rachel!"
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5.0
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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.
Emily S.
Des Moines, IA
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Emily and I'm currently a junior at Drake University studying Environmental Science. I am an animal lover, outdoorsy, and love to read in my free time. I'm the oldest of my parent's six kids so I grew up helping them care for my younger siblings. Since I was 15, I've been babysitting on-and-off for family...
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I started working with kids when I was 10 years old. I babysat for dozens of families all through high school and college. I have taught in public schools for about 30 years.
In my spare time, I like to read, sew, hike, bike, craft, watch tv.
One thing you should know about me is I love God, I have 2 children whom I adopted....
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I was a teacher working with special needs children for almost 30 years. I have 2 of my own children I adopted who are special needs. I love all animals and have both 2 dogs and several cats. I love working with children. I grew up a farm kid in rural Northern Iowa.
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and firm....
Tricia K.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Married with 3 kids at home
Ages 11, 9 and 5. Willing to help out with childcare and tutoring. I have a reading endorsement with elementary education teaching degree.
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I was a 5th grade teacher for two years before moving to a new state. I have experience in several different level classrooms, and am able to tutor a wide variety of subjects and age groups. I love working with kids, and hope to help make children successful when they are struggling in a certain academic area.
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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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Hello! I'm Victoria, a dedicated mom, passionate artist, and licensed K-8 teacher with special education, reading, and social studies endorsements. With a deep love for children and teaching.
I thrive on engaging activities like library visits, exploring the science centers and enjoying the pool. I'm excited to extend my...
Jayne M.
Des Moines, IA
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Jayne! I'm am a local photographer of families and art. Most of all I'm a huge lover of kids! Up until a year ago I was a nanny for two AMAZING children. Sadly for me it was time for them to start school/daycare so I'm no longer able to nanny them. Now I've decided to go back to what I love and look for a new amazing...
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I have done tutoring back in high school for younger kids. And I volunteered as a tutor in different programs.
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I have many years experience with small children! I have a nephew who is 8 now, but he lived with me a majority of his life. I taught him to read before he was in kindergarten, and he knew all his state capitals before kindergarten as well.
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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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Recent reading tutor reviews in Ankeny, IA
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
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.
Rachel G.
5.0
Rachel was super communicative and helpful.
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Rachel C.
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 6 and 9 year old children. Since Rachel started babysitting, the kids are much happier and...
- Joe W.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Ankeny, IA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Ankeny, IA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Ankeny, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $18.33 per hour as of May 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has, how often you will need them to help your child with reading and the age of your child.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Ankeny, IA?
Care.com currently has 6 reading tutors in Ankeny, IA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Ankeny and compare your options by hourly rate, the experience each reading tutor has and the specific skills they can teach. You can also see reviews from other families in Ankeny that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Ankeny, IA?
The goal of hiring a reading tutor is to improve your child's grades and vocabulary. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each reading tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Ankeny have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their reading tasks. Your child may only need a few tutoring sessions or long-term help with their reading that could require the tutor to stay with them the entire school year.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Ankeny, IA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Ankeny, IA, we ask all reading tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck (look for a badge on their profile that shares when they had this background check run). However, to safely hire a reading tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.
What types of reading tutors near me in Ankeny, IA can I hire?
With the help of Care.com, you can find the best reading tutors for your child. You can find tutors for reading at all levels. From learning how phonics work to improving reading comprehension. Once your child gets older, you may even want to switch to a writing tutor who can help them develop their writing skills alongside their reading comprehension skills.
Ratings for Ankeny, IA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Ankeny, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.