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Tasha W.

Fun Sitter Who Loves The Outdoors

Ames, IA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Tasha and I have 8 years of experience. I have a BS degree in civil engineering and am currently pursuing my MS degree in civil engineering. I began nannying and always had a passion for it. I also enjoy cleaning and organizing so I usually offer that service alongside my childcare service. The rates I have listed are...

Melissa V. says "Tasha is very nice! she was patient with my son and kept him active. She helped me with feeding, diaper changes, playing, and putting the baby to sleep...

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Bonnie F.

Part Time Tutor With Over 20 Years Experience

Des Moines, IA

4.8(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
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,...

Arechia G. says "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...

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Natalie C.

Ames, IA

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I've cared for children since middle school because I love helping them grow. As a regular caregiver, I have and do - support infants' development, engage them, diaper them, and help them fall asleep, - ensure toddlers interact with their peers and build their routines, - encourage preschoolers' independence, and -...

Care Member says "Excellent! Very professional! My son had a great time! Her questions before she started really set me at ease about her being alone with my son. Would...

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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
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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Carol M.

Des Moines, IA

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

Part-Time Babysitter

Ames, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My experience includes tutoring kindergarten through sixth grade in reading through AmeriCorps at Fellows Elementary and Ballard Middle School, assisting teachers in the preschool and Bridge to Kindergarten classrooms at the Hawthorne Judy Center, and working in Ames elementary schools supporting students with autism in all...
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Alivia S.

Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm an outgoing and creative caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth. I have 8 years of experience working with children through babysitting and coaching recreational activities. This past summer, I worked at Easterseals summer camp as a counselor for children with special needs. With that job, I led campers...
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Olivia D.

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! My name is Olive, and I'm so excited for the opportunity to work with your family. I'm a responsible, caring, and energetic babysitter with 10 years of experience watching children of all ages ( from infants to pre-teens) I take pride in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environments where kids can play, learn, and feel...
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Julia S.

Ames, IA

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! I'm Julia, a super friendly and caring babysitter who loves spending time with kids. I have years of experience as a babysitter and nannied for a family for two years. I'm confident in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for children of all ages. Whether it's playtime, helping with carpool, homework, or keeping up...
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Shay T.

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have more than 10 years of experience working with children. I'm currently in my 5th year of teaching. Prior to that I worked with children in a variety of positions: as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, coach and teacher. All of these experiences have given me the opportunity to help children grow and develop as individuals. It has...
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Ashton N.

Ames, IA

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$8/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Ashton, a fun-loving, patient, and responsible caregiver based in Ames, Iowa. With 4+ years of experience babysitting kids of all ages, I prioritize creating a safe, engaging, and enjoyable environment. I'm comfortable with meal prep, homework help, and organizing fun activities. I have experience as a veterinary...
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Colleen H.

Experienced Sitter With Fun Activities!

Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
I'm only available for occasional weeknight/weekend babysitting. I was a professional nanny for 8 years in New Jersey. I've babysat for a variety of families starting when I was 14. I will bring games, crafts, and activities with me and help kids with their homework, tidying up before bed, and any other needs they have while...
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Cortney S.

Part Time Tutor

Ames, IA

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$10/hr
The only experience I have of tutoring is my own siblings, I've never been paid for it. I'm an engineering student at Iowa State University with 4 younger siblings. I'm great with kids of all ages and think tutoring would be a great way to share my knowledge with others and help others grow. I'm from Minnesota, so I'm too far...
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Lani C.

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Lani and I am 24 years old. I have experience tutoring in college to college level students in areas of biology and chemistry. I have worked with elementary and middle school students on English (writing and reading), Science (biological, chemical, and earth), and Music/Drama (public speaking, reading music,...
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Alivia S.

Tutoring

Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
I am a college graduate and have experience tutoring kids ages 5-18. While my favorite subjects are math and business skills, I also have experience in many other fields. I also worked at a summer camp for children with disabilities this past summer, and have learned a lot about the way kids brains work and different types of...
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Nora M.

Nora M

Ames, IA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I am a student at the University of Northern Iowa majoring in Elementary and Middle level education. I have a passion for working with children and have nannied for many different families over the past 5+ years! I love engaging in creative activities and making sure the children are having the most fun they can. I have lots of...
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Mikayla S.

Experienced And Enthusiastic Graduate Student Sitter!

Clive, IA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I've been babysitting/part-time nannying since I was 14 years old. I've had experience with children of all ages, including newborns (overnight as well), autism, and special needs for a teen-young adult with a toddler level functioning level. I have complete baby fever so I love to take care of newborns and toddlers, but I have...
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Emily B.

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi there! I'm a certified special education teacher with over 7 years of classroom experience. I am passionate about helping students reach their full potential. I specialize in working with students who have diverse learning needs and bring patience, creativity, and a personalized approach to every session. Whether your child...
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Emma D.

Reading And Writing Tutor For All Ages

Waukee, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am a secondary English teacher with three years experience teaching high school. I've also spent time in middle school ELA classrooms and have taught English as a Second language to both adults and elementary students. I tutored elementary students in reading and math during college at the University of Northern Iowa. I love...
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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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Recent tutor reviews from local parents in Polk City, IA

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

Tasha W.

Tasha is very nice! she was patient with my son and kept him active. She helped me with feeding, diaper changes, playing, and putting the...

- Melissa V.

Bonnie F.

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...

- Arechia G.

Natalie C.

Excellent! Very professional! My son had a great time! Her questions before she started really set me at ease about her being alone with my...

- Care member

FAQs for finding tutors near me in Polk City, IA

Hiring a tutor in Polk City, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of June 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 Polk City, IA. You can search for tutors by their distance from Polk City 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 Polk City are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Polk City 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 Polk City, IA that can help with a wide variety of subjects.

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