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53 reading tutors are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
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I have a Degree in Elementary Education, with a specialization in Reading and Language Arts. I have worked for a Educational Company for some time and love it.
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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,...
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"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 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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Hi, My name is Beth and I am passionate about giving all student the tools they need to love learning. I have a degree in Elementary Education and am completing my masters with a special education focus. I have endorsements in early childhood, special education, reading, and English as a Second Language.
I have over 10 years...
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I have 4 years of experience in the tutoring industry and have tutored both online and in Centers. I can help with English, Math, and Science! I love working with kids and hope to be either a pediatrician when I graduate! I'm a dancer and love to do yoga
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I am a 3rd grade teacher and am certified to teach K-6th grade students. I can help with reading, math, science or social students!
Landon W.
Des Moines, IA
$25-75/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced K-12 Certified Tutor With Emphasis In Spanish And TESOL
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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...
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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 am graduating with my Masters of Arts in Teaching degree, endorsed in Special Education in May of 2020. I will start my teaching job in August and am looking for a summer tutor position or nanny position until I start teaching full-time. I have experience working with a wide range of learners, including: elementary literacy...
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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.
Delaney K.
Des Moines, IA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a current law student at Drake! I have my M. A. and B. A. in History. I have 3 years of experience as a reading tutor and as a long-term second grade substitute teacher. I can help with reading and writing skills at any level and elementary level math and science.
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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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"My kids loved Rachel, she was so nice and friendly!"
Reviewed by Karla P.
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Hi, I've been nannying, tutoring and helping parents on and off for 15 years, giving me 10+ years of experience. I have 3 children of my own, ages 1, 2 & 5. My kids are mild tempered and fun loving and LOVE making new friends. My oldest is in Kindergarten and my 2 youngest accompany me when I nanny. My oldest joins as well when...
5.0
"Abigail was such a wonderful nanny for my growing family. She is the right combination of loving & structured. She helped teach the kids new skills such as cooking, baking, & swimming. She was great at crafting...
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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 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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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....
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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Hello, I've been working with children since I started babysitting at 13. I am enjoying staying home full-time with my 2-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....
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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...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Des Moines, IA
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 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.
Abigail B.
5.0
Abigail was such a wonderful nanny for my growing family. She is the right combination of loving & structured. She helped teach the kids new skills such as cooking, baking, & swimming. She was great at crafting with them and playing pretend. She is a hard worker. I knew my kids were getting the love...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Des Moines, IA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Des Moines, IA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Des Moines, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.81 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 Des Moines, IA?
Care.com currently has 31 reading tutors in Des Moines, IA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Des Moines 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 Des Moines that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines, IA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Reading Tutors in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 53 listed reading tutors.