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60 tutors are listed in Portage, MI
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby tutors is 5 years
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Hi! My name is Aleithea (uh-LAY-th-ee-uh), and I am a 19-year-old living in Southwest Michigan over the summers (May 15-August 17 ish) while I'm home from college. I'm an Athletic Training major, and I play basketball for my school. I love sports, fitness, reading, writing, and singing. Being outside is also a huge blessing to...
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While working on my teaching degree in Michigan State University's College of Education , I tutored international students in English, tutored a high school student in Spanish, and tutored middle school and elementary aged students in English as a second language in after school programs. I have taught English as a second...
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I've been a licensed attorney for nearly 20 years and can provide excellent coaching for any parent seeking to modify custody or their parenting time orders. I will not represent you for hearings or trial - this is just coaching you on how to prepare, what you need to do, what you shouldn't do, what will kill your chances, and...
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I am a friendly and disciplined babysitter with many years of progressive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. I am a super detail-oriented individual who has a special talent for preparing meals and formulas, serving meals, handling children's overall activities, changing diapers and managing...
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"Holly is a delight! She exceeds my/our expectations every time she cares for me or my husband. A very caring, thoughtful, intelligent, non-judgmental and considerate person, she always wants to care for us as...
Reviewed by Joellen F.
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Teacher/Tutor for 30 years. Managed a tutoring center and started a tutoring business of my own. I am currently tutoring students of all ages in reading, writing, Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD and other Learning Disabilities. Tutor math K -5th grades. I work with children on reading comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, following directions,...
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"M. worked with Jeanne in second-fourth grade. Jeanne is extremely skilled in teaching reading and writing. She uses her creativity to help her students find their own confidence and direction. Jeanne shares her...
Reviewed by Jennifer W.
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Hi my name is Holly. I am experienced in Spanish and am looking for a beginning Spanish speaker to tutor. I actually don't have any professional experience tutoring, but I am great with kids (or high school/college students) and I am eager to start! Please contact me with any questions you might have!
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Hi, my name is Annie and I am a 3rd year student at WMU studying special education! I am looking for a family to assist where I can! I have 3 years of experience working at summer camps, one being with a special needs child, and about 7 years of experience with babysitting. I have a car and am willing to assist with...
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"Annie is one of the most dependable, caring, and loving person I know when it comes to kids. During the summer she works at a camp. That I run and I have only good things to say about her and the parents that...
Reviewed by Presley D.
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I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated person who loves helping children explore and learn through fun and exciting lessons. I am known for my excellent subject knowledge and providing supportive learning lessons for students who need personal attention and make learning simple and fun for them.
I am a mommy to a 2. 5-year-old...
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"There are few people you can find better to care for young children than Sydni. She has a consistently calm tone and demeanor when engaging children, and a warm, welcoming personality that encourages even the...
Reviewed by Damon T.
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I am a certified secondary teacher in the state of Michigan with subject endorsements for Mathematics and Business (Grades 6-12). My teaching job experience includes high school (Hackett Catholic Prep), community college (KVCC), and university (WMU) settings. I have taught the following courses: Conceptual Arithmetic, Pre...
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"Susan is very friendly and easy to talk with. She is caring and works well with teens. My son so far has enjoyed his tutoring and feels she is good at explaining things to him."
Reviewed by Kim B.
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Hi! My name is Sam and I absolutely love caring for children! I have been working in child care for over 10 years. I can handle long days spent caring for kids and their emotional needs. I have worked as tutor as well as baby sitter. I have a record of always showing up on time to help parents' life run smoothly.
My greatest...
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"She took all the efforts that she could to be punctual, take care of the child, take care of the house. She's AWESOME!"
Reviewed by Ashish B.
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I've worked with a number of students in various grade levels tutoring a variety of subjects. I've also worked with international students, specifically in English, to help them not just prepare for their US college entrance exams but, to help them truly understand the English language enough to excel in their college courses....
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"Kristen is great at getting to know the level that her student is at, and creating a development plan. She helped our student with English (writing/reading), grammar, and punctuation.
Her scores improved...
Reviewed by Kristie K.
Katharine F.
Kalamazoo, MI
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have 3 years of experience babysitting for friends and neighbors. I can help with anything from Light Housekeeping and Crafts to groceries and homework.
Olivia M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Olivia and I am 23 years old. I currently am a part time nanny for a family with 4 children (ages 13 months, 4, 6, and 9) and am looking for another amazing part-time family! Prior to that I was a lead teacher at a learning center for kids ranging from infants to 3 years of age. I have been working with kids...
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Hi! I am Lucy, I am 22 years old and have worked as a babysitter for about 7 years and a nanny for the past three years. I am senior studying to be a special education teacher and have lots of experience with kids regardless of ability. I have lots of experience with kids from 6 months to 17 years old. I am able to help kids...
Katherine M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! I am organized, dedicated, thoughtful, and I love working with kids. Whether as a nanny, tutor, mentor, coach, pod teacher, or recess coordinator, I have worked with a wide variety of children from many backgrounds as they navigate and grow as individuals. My background includes infant up to high school age students and I...
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"Kat is the type of caregiver you dream about, and miss dearly when she is gone. She truly is one in a million. Kat watched our kids (then 3 & 5) along with 3 others during covid, for 9 months, 4 days a week....
Reviewed by Audrey G.
Madison M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$16-35/hr
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Hi families! I'm going into my 4th of at WMU studying both special education and elementary education. I have experience tutoring, along with getting to work in schools!
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Math is my strong subject! Currently taking Calculus 4 (Differential Equations and Linear Algebra) as I will be completing a math minor. I'm also very great at science as I have completed college physics and chemistry.
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I have worked in Mount Pleasant, MI (2021), the YMCA of Cincinatti (2022) and have been babysitting on and off since I was 16. I am a pre-nursing student minoring in business at WMU approaching my third fall semester. I miss being around kids everyday and have no problem helping with distance learning or homework. I am...
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I tutored English and Art in South Korea when I studied abroad for college. The students ranged from 5-10. I have worked within Kalamazoo schools teaching reading, English and math for school age children as well as in Portage schools. I was a teacher in Comstock Public Schools for their preschool program utilizing the creative...
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I am currently employed through Portage Public Schools as a building substitute at Portage Northern High School. I have 3+ years of education and in-classroom experience. I can help with Test Prep, English, Writing, and Social Studies. I can aid in other subjects as well.
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Recent tutor reviews in Portage, MI
Holly M.
5.0
Holly is a delight! She exceeds my/our expectations every time she cares for me or my husband. A very caring, thoughtful, intelligent, non-judgmental and considerate person, she always wants to care for us as we want or need, not "her way." Holly demonstrates integrity and honesty at all times;...
- Joellen F.
Jeanne K.
5.0
M. worked with Jeanne in second-fourth grade. Jeanne is extremely skilled in teaching reading and writing. She uses her creativity to help her students find their own confidence and direction. Jeanne shares her own stories with students and uses her art skills to help "draw" out her students--MG...
- Jennifer W.
Anna G.
5.0
You will NOT be disappointed in having Annie caring for your children. If I'm being honest, I am hesitant to write this referral since Annie is such a gem, and I don't want to share her :-) I have had the honor of seeing Annie grow over the course of several years, and she has always been...
- Karen M.
Sydni M.
5.0
There are few people you can find better to care for young children than Sydni. She has a consistently calm tone and demeanor when engaging children, and a warm, welcoming personality that encourages even the shyest child to come out of their shell. My son, who is 9, periodically reminisces and asks...
- Damon T.
Susan C.
5.0
Sue has done an exceptional job with our high school students. Our daughter was struggling with math going into sophomore year. Once we brought Sue onboard, she not only brought her grades up significantly but gave her a sense of much-needed confidence.
- Neal G.
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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Portage, MI
In 2024 how much does it cost to hire a tutor in Portage, MI?
Hiring a tutor in Portage, MI on Care.com will cost an average of $16.39 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Portage, MI?
Care.com currently has 23 tutors in Portage, MI. You can search for tutors by their distance from Portage 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 2024 can I find near me in Portage, MI?
The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Portage are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Portage who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.
What does a Portage, MI 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 23 tutors near you in Portage, MI that can help with a wide variety of subjects.
Ratings for Portage, MI tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Tutors in Portage, MI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed tutors.