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We needed a sitter when traveling to Des Moines for a wedding. When Rachel first met our daughter, she was energetic and absolutely glowed…
Review for Rachel G. by Care member
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.…
Review for Matracea W. by Molly K.
Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a…
Review for Bailey D. by Krystal M.
Reading tutors in Colfax, IA
Hello, I'm Elizabeth and in the fall I will be a sophomore at Luther College in Decorah, IA studying Elementary Education. I have 6 years of experience babysitting. I've worked at a day camp the past two summers, and I worked at a daycare for two and a half years in high school.
I am looking to help elementary students with...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
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...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We needed a sitter when traveling to Des Moines for a wedding. When Rachel first met our daughter, she was energetic and absolutely glowed of warmth and happiness, and it immediately gave me a sense of relief that my daughter was in great hands. Rachel loves...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
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...
Matracea can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."
Ashraf Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
My name is Bailey, I'm 24 and I'm a Junior at Grand View University studying psychology and public health! I have a sweet little cat, and I paint, do puzzles, sew, and read in my spare time.
I have experience that varies from baby sitting after high school for two years to tutoring in an elementary school,...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bailey has been here a couple days a week as support for 3rd grade online classes. She motivates to reach the daily goals and creates a positive environment. My 8 year old looks forward to her visits and so does mom!"
Krystal M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
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...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
Joe W.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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 with Bonnie. She pushed my children's learning using...
Arechia G.
Hello, I've been working with children since I started babysitting at 13. I am enjoying staying home full-time with my 3-year-old son. I'm open to begin nannying again with my son in-tow. I love working with families who just need a little help a few days a week, as it can be difficult juggling parenthood with everything else....
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kelli C.
Ankeny, IA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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...
Kelli can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
Jayne M.
Des Moines, IA
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Jayne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Autumn P.
Ankeny, IA
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Passionate about childcare!
I was a nanny to two great children aged 4-10 and was responsible for making them meals, taking them on outings and helping with school work. As a nursery teacher for 6w - 2y I was in charge of several littles. Keeping them safe, entertained, helping them learn brought me a lot of joy.
I spent most...
Tina S.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Tina . I am 28 years old and live in Ankeny, Iowa with my husband of almost 8 years. I work during the school year at an 8th and 9th grade middle school as a severe and profound associate. I have a 1-year-old daughter who I would love to have come with me to nanny. I do have childcare lined up if you'd prefer...
Tina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! I'm Amber, I am a 22-year-old college student currently taking online summer classes, so my schedule is very flexible. I've had several years of experience caring for children ages 4-10, including helping out at a family friend's daycare and regularly babysitting my 10-year-old brother, who has ADHD.
I'm energetic,...
Mackenzie T.
Des Moines, IA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A 4 Year Experienced Daycare Teacher. Looking For A Weekend Babysitting/nanny Job!
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently 26 years of age. I have 10 years experience working with children, age ranging from newborn to school age kid. I currently work full time as a private nanny during the week. I'm a loving, caring person. I enjoy being around kids they truly light up my world. I'm energetic, adventurous, crafty. I enjoy playing...
Mackenzie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashtyn B.
Ankeny, IA
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Serve Families By Nannying Part-time Or Full-time!
I'd describe my personality as joyful, kind, and dedicated.
I like working with kids because they are full of joy and life! Child-like wonder is at trait that we adults lose as we learn about the world around us. Children see the best in all things and are curious to explore and create.
I'm looking for a job that could use...
Ashtyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Landon W.
Des Moines, IA
$25-75/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced K-12 Certified Tutor With Emphasis In Spanish And TESOL
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Former educator with 10 years experience. Bilingual in Spanish and English. Seeking part time employment to get out of the house as I work from home. As an educator I understand the importance of communication and mutual respect with the children that I serve. I have babysat/ been a nanny for many families and could provide...
Brenna L.
Ankeny, IA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Brenna!
Through out the years, I have had many babysitting and a couple nanny opportunities. These have been in many places from Germany, Arizona, Texas, and now Iowa. I currently hold a CPR & first aid certification due to being a life guard, but have had those and had a babysitting certification since...
Brenna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Abigail B.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Fun Nanny With College Education And 12+ Years Of Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been nannying, tutoring and helping parents on and off for 18 years, giving me 12+ years of experience. I am CPR & First Aid certified. I'm a former Lifeguard & CNA. I have 3 children of my own, ages: 3 in September (son), 4 (daughter) & 7 (daughter). My kids are mild tempered and fun loving and LOVE making new friends. My...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Josie M.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$10-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello!! My name is josie and I have a lot of experience with babysitting and looking after children. I have worked in a preschool as a teacher and I have my CPR and first aid certification, I also have done trainings for infant and toddler care (0-4). I am currently working on getting my child care certificate.
I like working...
Lili O.
Des Moines, IA
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have three years of experience working with children through babysitting and caring for younger relatives. During this time, I've developed a passion for creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for kids to thrive. I'm patient, friendly, and reliable, and I maintain open communication with parents, providing...
Lili can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Colfax, IA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Colfax, IA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Colfax, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of May 2025. 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 Colfax, IA?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Colfax, IA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Colfax 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 Colfax that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Colfax, 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 Colfax 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 Colfax, IA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Colfax, 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 Colfax, 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.