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H! My name is Alex. I'm a certified personal trainer looking to fill early morning and later afternoon hours in between my clients. I have 10 plus years experience working with animals from dogs and cats to horses and chickens.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Marketing and maintained a 3. 9 GPA...
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I am a Homeschooling mother of two children (ages 6 & 10 yrs). I have experience in teaching piano, reading, math, and other foundational basics.
I am on the Board of Directors, and founding member for a local private school, working on program development for daily educational programs.
My approach to teaching and tutoring...
5.0
"I’m our family there is no one else we rather have. Aundrea is professional, kind, intelligent and dedicated. She applies her education background during the care of our son. She always has great ideas and...
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I have been tutoring in various subjects for nearly 15 years now. I have been getting paid to tutor for 12 years. I can tutor various subjects with my strengths being in Reading, Languages, Literature, History and Science. I am best with math grade 12 and lower. I am fairly proficient in Spanish though I read and comprehend it...
Kathryn T.
Kansas City, MO
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I am the newling back in the US from attending university and tutoring high school refugees in Lebanon for the past five years. I am the oldest of 6 children and am highly experienced with tutoring and caring for them, as well as assisting in homeschooling my youngest siblings. I love children, and I have experience in tutoring...
Ashey E.
Blue Springs, MO
$13-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
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My name is Ashley! I'm a current server and bartender at Texas . I'm around children, and adults all the time. One of my biggest skills is learning how to interact with the public. Throughout my entire high school career, I babysat my cousins, and tutored them to help them get through school. I'm very patient and understanding...
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I love learning! And I love teaching others what I've learned. Over the course of my years of education I've learned more about the world we live in through studying its history, and I have found it most appealing through the arts.
Art History documents humanity in a poetic and beautiful way. I've learned about political...
Saya J.
Kansas City, MO
$29-82/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced, Enthusiastic Writing Tutor & Drama Coach - Stanford Grad & Education Master's Student
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I believe that building students' intrinsic motivation and love for intellectual inquiry is key to their success. I am a Stanford graduate and am currently pursuing my Master's in Education at NYU remotely. Prior to matriculating to NYU, I was teaching English and Drama at an independent school in CA.
I specialize in middle &...
Gail F.
Leawood, KS
$30-65/hr • 10 yrs exp
Tutor For Early Years, Social/emotional, Creative Arts, Pre Math, Pre Reading Skills
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I have had many years of experience working with families and within educational communities. I am trustworthy and reliable. My undergraduate studies were in Early Childhood Education and my Masters is in curriculum development using the arts. I personalize the lessons and learning according to needs, learning styles and...
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My name is Theresa, and I am a retired teacher. I LOVE kids, the elderly , animals and much more. I am a very dependable and responsible person. I also am a very organized person. I have raised 3 boys of my own who all are out on their own. yes, I'm experiencing the Empty Nest Syndrome. That brings me to you, I would love...
4.0
"We loved how helpful she was with our son who has a learning disability. She tried really hard to make my son enjoy every minute while learning. I recommend her for tutoring even if it was for a few sessions."
Reviewed by Daphne G.
Justine P.
Mission, KS
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I am currently a special education teacher in the Kansas City, KS school district for early childhood! In August 2017 I earned my masters degree in special education and during that time I tutored children and worked part time with children in a variety of settings, including private school settings, public school settings, and...
5.0
"Justine was absolutely amazing with my 3rd grader. She has "out of the box" ideas that really helped my daughter to grasp math concepts that she hadn't been able to before. I would recommend Justine time and...
Reviewed by Misha S.
Mary G.
Kansas City, MO
$40-60/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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I have advanced degrees in piano and music theory (almost finished with my doctorate degree) and I currently maintain a private piano studio of 14 students. I have about 8 years of teaching experience now, love teaching students of all ages and abilities.
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"Mary has been doing weekly piano lessons with our 3 kids (6, 7, 9) for the last year. She is a wonderful person, great pianist and amazing with children! She goes above and beyond, she even organized a recital...
Reviewed by Molly O.
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I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Psychology and Studio Art from Washington University in St. Louis in 2019, and I'm currently pursuing my PhD in Counseling Psychology at the University of Kansas. My background in psychological science sets me apart from other tutors and enables me to help my students to not only earn...
5.0
"I would recommend Julia to anyone needing a tutor. She explains concepts well and tailors lessons to individual student needs. She is positive, upbeat, and patient."
Reviewed by Lizzie S.
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Hello, I'm Izabella! I am currently completing my final year of undergraduate studies and preparing to apply for law school. I have always enjoyed being able to assist my colleagues and classmates with their studies. I have experience leading supplementary studies for college students and privately tutoring K-12 students. I can...
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Hi there! My name is Angela. I was a teacher for 8 years working with kids from grades 2 through 8 in a variety of subjects. I am now at home taking care of my 4-month-old son and would love to do part time work helping kids figure out their studies! I am available for tutoring in person or online.
Sakari G.
Kansas City, KS
$16-25/hr
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I have been playing viola 8 years. This consists of regular school classes, private lessons, youth symphony, honor orchestra, district orchestra participation and more. I also can read treble clef and play violin just not as great as my viola skills.
Alyssa P.
Shawnee, KS
$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Currently Work As An Assistant Preschool Teacher (Focused In Toddlers) While Earning My CNA License.
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I've worked 1 year at an at home daycare and 2 years as an assistant preschool teacher. I have also been a para educator at a middle school and high school! I Also Have Worked At A Private Daycare And Work As A Nanny On The Side.
Liza D.
Kansas City, MO
$20-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
Certified Art Teacher, Multi-subject Tutor, And Lover Of Learning!
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I am a certified art teacher with many years experience working in education for nearly 10 years, and as a working artist for just as long! I have experience working in various environments such as summer camps, classroom, online/distance learning, and museums. I have also given private and small group lessons. I have a...
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I homeschooled my children and taught every subject from K-8. I make learning fun because I'm fun. If your family has a child who needs a companion and cheerleader for learning, I'm that person.
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Hi there! I am 24 years old and I am currently completing my Masters in Counseling! I have been an honors student since I started school (elementary flight/gifted student). I began my college courses in high school which allowed me to complete my bachelors in just three years with Latin honors! I love to learn and I love to...
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I'm a former International Baccalaureate graduate from North Kansas City high school, current culinary student, 7 year swim instructor, and former pre school teacher. Beyond my education and teaching experience, my personal dedication to learning and teaching is useful in helping establish healthy learning habits.
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Recent private tutor reviews in Independence, MO
Aundrea A.
5.0
I’m our family there is no one else we rather have. Aundrea is professional, kind, intelligent and dedicated. She applies her education background during the care of our son. She always has great ideas and projects to do. We trust her 100% with our son, our son will ask always for Aundrea every time...
- Care member
Theresa K.
4.0
We loved how helpful she was with our son who has a learning disability. She tried really hard to make my son enjoy every minute while learning. I recommend her for tutoring even if it was for a few sessions.
- Daphne G.
Justine P.
5.0
Justine was absolutely amazing with my 3rd grader. She has "out of the box" ideas that really helped my daughter to grasp math concepts that she hadn't been able to before. I would recommend Justine time and time again!!
- Misha S.
Mary G.
5.0
Mary has been doing weekly piano lessons with our 3 kids (6, 7, 9) for the last year. She is a wonderful person, great pianist and amazing with children! She goes above and beyond, she even organized a recital at a piano showroom for the children and baked cookies :) Mary makes if fun, she even...
- Molly O.
Julia R.
5.0
Julia has worked with my three kids over the last year and has been incredible. I have two with ADD that she very accurately evaluated, then put together a lesson plan that has all of my kids on a path to success. She knows the ins and outs of the software that is used in our district which is...
- Jennifer K.
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FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Independence, MO
How much do private tutors cost near me in Independence, MO?
The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Independence, MO is $20.00 as of May, 2024. The actual rate your chosen private tutor charges can vary depending on the subject you require help with and how experienced the tutor is.
How do I find a private tutor near me in Independence, MO?
To find a private tutor near you in Independence, MO. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Independence and can compare your options by subject expertise, their hourly rate, and how experienced they are. For example, you can narrow your search to a private English tutor, private Spanish tutor, or even to private SAT tutoring services.
What types of private tutoring services are available near me in Independence, MO?
The most popular private tutoring services that you can find near you in Independence, MO are usually for complex subjects such as chemistry, reading, or calculus. On Care.com, you can find private tutors near you who can teach a wide range of subjects for all grade levels, from elementary school to college.
How can I safely hire private tutoring near me in Independence, MO?
When hiring private tutors for children, parents are rightfully concerned about safety. To help you find a private tutor safely near you in Independence, MO, we ask all private tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck. You can look for private tutors who have a badge on their profile that indicates they completed this background check. However, to safely hire a private tutor near you in Independence, MO, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references and running an independent background check.
What questions should I ask when interviewing a private tutor near me in Independence, MO?
When interviewing private tutors near you in Independence, MO, it’s a good idea to ask them questions about how they gained their area of expertise, how they best engage with students, and what their instruction style is. You can also ask them to provide you with references from current or former clients who can attest to their skills.