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Elizabeth D.

Experienced Tutor

Colfax, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
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...
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Marisa C.

Altoona, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm an friendly, patient, and creative educator seeking part time work in the summer season. I've earned my degree in both Early Childhood and Elementary Education, as well as having over 10 years of experience working with children via teaching and nannying. I love organizing, art, children's literature, vintage decor,...

Candace C. says "Marisa was amazing! My son was asking for her to watch him again before she even left. I was so grateful for him to be in great hands. She also provided...

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Michael D.

Tutor

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My educational experience includes an undergraduate degree in Food Science with minors in Business and Chemistry from Texas A&M University and a master's from the University of Georgia. I have taken over 90 hours of college chemistry and biochemistry. My teaching experience includes being a math and reading specialist at a...

Care Member says "My son was not doing well in his algebra class and was falling behind. We were worried he wouldn’t get the attention he needed to catch up during school...

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Carol M.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
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, in Iowa, right out of college, and I have worked with...

Care Member says "Carol has been incredible: easy to communicate with, organized and a phenomenal teacher. Our child's confidence in math has improved greatly "

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Bailey D.

Friendly Sitter!

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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,...

Krystal M. says "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...

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Carol M.

Des Moines, IA

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
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...

Care Member says "Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!"

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Leah R.

Full Time Caregiver Available (until The Start Of School - Hours Will Vary)

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have cared for quite a few children, most in the age range of newborns to 12. I have experience working with special needs kids, sick kids, and babies. I can give baths, put to bed and feed, take them places as needed, and help with homework. I am looking for something part-time as I'm in school. I currently work at ChildServe...
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Meagan W.

Fun And Experienced Childcare Provider!

Ankeny, IA

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience. 6 years being experience with special needs care. I am CPR and first aid certified. I do also have an early childhood development certification. I would love to help you and your family in anyway needed. Homework help, light housekeeping, activity planning, meal prep etc. I would love to hear from...
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Mollie K.

Part Time Baby Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I love being outdoors, I love playing sports with children. I love arts and crafts and building and creating new things. I have 3 nieces and 2 nephews, I have experience in caring for children, assisting with homework, drop off and pick up from school and daycare. I am able to assist with meal preparations, laundry, housekeeping...
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Sarah I.

Joy Filled

Ankeny, IA

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$38/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Sarah! I am a creative, loving, fun, hardworking, reliable college student. I grew up in a bigger family as the middle child. I have three younger siblings and two nephews that I babysit, help with homework, and make meals for. As a junior and senior in high school, I nannied three kids, three days a week. We went...
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Ermonie N.

Great Care Giver

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Ermonie and I have over 5 years of experience providing dedicated and compassionate childcare. I absolutely love working with kids and take pride in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. Whether it's organizing fun activities, helping with homework, or simply...
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Erika B.

Ankeny, IA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
I have extensive childcare experience, having worked with children of various ages. I spent a summer during college working full-time at a daycare, caring for children aged 0-4, where I assisted with activities, meals, and nap times, while ensuring their safety and well-being. Additionally, I have experience babysitting my young...
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Jackie V.

Child Care

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
20 years experience
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for caring for children and helping them learn and grow. With 20 years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I'm also happy to care for multiple children at once, up to four. My calm and creative personality, combined with...
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Carly B.

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Carly Hello!! I have 2 years of experience of being a nanny and watching kiddos. I can help with errands, watching the kids at home and homework assistance! I have a car as well for any activities out of the house for the kids. I have always loved being around kids and find it super easy to entertain them.
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Ariana C.

Hello Families

Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I hope by applying and not waiting for others to reach out that I care, I'm here to be helpful as well as flexible! I am in college myself so school is definitely nothing new ! I have younger siblings so "Teaching" per say is not new. One of my siblings is Special ed (had an IEP) so I'm very patient and understand the importance...
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Karin D.

Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
I am an elementary school teacher, looking to keep busy over the summer. I have worked with infant to upper elementary through out the year with childcare jobs, tutoring and teaching.
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Jennifer J.

Enthusiastic Tutor For Sciences, English, And Math

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm Jen and I hope to help families in the Des Moines area. My full time job is as a chemist down at College in Pella. I have a degree in biology and a minor in theater. I have a wide variety of interests including English (I'm a reader and a writer) and math. I'd describe my personality as caring, thoughtful, and fun. I'm...
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Suzanna H.

Tutor With Background In Social Work And Elementary Education

Des Moines, IA

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
Tutor With Background In Social Work And Elementary Education
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Sarah H.

Looking For A Nanny For The Summer Of 2024?

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
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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Caroline B.

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have three younger sisters that I have tutored during summers when they were in K-8th grade. I also have tutored children ages 5-7 in all subjects over the summer.
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Recent tutor reviews from local parents in Colfax, IA

Tutors in Colfax, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed tutors

Marisa C.

Marisa was amazing! My son was asking for her to watch him again before she even left. I was so grateful for him to be in great hands. She...

- Candace C.

Michael D.

My son was not doing well in his algebra class and was falling behind. We were worried he wouldn’t get the attention he needed to catch up...

- Care member

Carol M.

Carol has been incredible: easy to communicate with, organized and a phenomenal teacher. Our child's confidence in math has improved greatly...

- Care member

FAQs for finding tutors near me in Colfax, IA

Hiring a tutor in Colfax, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of August 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each tutor has, the subject you need help with, and how often you will require tutoring.

Care.com currently has 1 tutors in Colfax, IA. You can search for tutors by their distance from Colfax and compare your options by hourly pay rate, the experience, the subjects they teach, and their availability. You can also see reviews from other families that have used the tutors you're interested in. If you're interested in distance learning, explore your options for online tutors.

The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Colfax are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Colfax who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.

Generally, the term tutor refers to someone who helps students better understand an academic subject such as chemistry, math or English. The responsibilities a tutor can take on can vary. Some may simply help their students with areas of a subject they struggle with by instructing them and others may choose to help with homework or to review projects the student works on. There are 1 tutors near you in Colfax, IA that can help with a wide variety of subjects.

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