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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…
Review for Marisa C. by Candace C.
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…
Review for Michael D. by Care member
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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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...
Marisa C.
Altoona, IA
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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,...
Marisa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Marisa is phenomenal. It's hard to find the words to describe how wonderful she is. She's soft-spoken, patient and trustworthy. She ensures our little ones follow the rules and have educational & safe activities to keep their growing minds busy. She's constantly...
Kayla B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"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 so we hired Michael. It was the best decision ever! Michael was so patient and knowledgeable. He was able to...
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Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"Carol has been incredible: easy to communicate with, organized and a phenomenal teacher. Our child's confidence in math has improved greatly "
Care member
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, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
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.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
3.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
Carol can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carol is amazing! She babysits for us occasionally and also provided care for my two daughters over the summer of 2018. I always know my children are in wonderful hands and that they're learning something when they're with Carol. She provides enrichment activities,...
Emily M.
Leah R.
Des Moines, IA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Full Time Caregiver Available (until The Start Of School - Hours Will Vary)
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...
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am 27 years old and looking for a side job. I have an associates degree in accounting, and am currently going back to school 3 days a week to be a nail technician! I have a baby who will be 1 in April! I have seven years of experience as a personal assistant with daily tasks ranging from scheduling appts, running errands,...
Mallory can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Mollie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Meagan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
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...
Ermonie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Erika B.
Ankeny, IA
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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...
Tory M.
Des Moines, IA
$17-22/hr
I tutored younger grades all through high school and am happy to help anyone in middle school, elementary school, or early high school with any of their school work!
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...
Carly B.
Ankeny, IA
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Carly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hi,
currently a Psychology and Neuroscience double major at University. In addition to babysitting experience I also have experience as an online tutor for 3 years. My main tutoring subjects include math from pre-calculus and below, all science, language arts, history from middle school and below, essay help for high schoolers,...
Karin D.
Ankeny, IA
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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.
Karin can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Colfax, IA
In 2025 how much does it cost to hire a tutor in Colfax, IA?
Hiring a 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 tutor has, the subject you need help with, and how often you will require tutoring.
How can I find a tutor near me in Colfax, IA?
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.
What type of tutoring services in 2025 can I find near me in Colfax, IA?
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.
What does a Colfax, IA tutor do?
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.