Reading, Writing, and Math Tutor (Elementary School Age)
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I am a former elementary school teacher. I taught grades k-4th. I retired early in order to pursue a new career. I like to tutor and babysit part time while I am developing new passions and skills.
I am a calm and carrying person and believe in the philosophy of "Love and Logic" when raising children. Children have always...
I was a volunteer tutor for most of my high school (until the pandemic). I was working with elementary and middle school-age students who spoke very little English. Many of these students even spoke different languages from each other as this tutoring center was for refugee families to get some support in their English learning,...
Teacher With Experience In Childcare , Pet Sitting. Tutoring
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I am great with children and animals. I am a certified art and psychology teacher. I have experience tutoring SATs, ACT's, core subject matter as well as study and test taking skills. I love teaching and helping other people. I have also been baby-sitting for several years and have given art lessons to students certified in...
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and have experience teaching ESL, as well as tutoring in English, Psychology, Beginning Spanish, ACT Reading, and SAT Verbal Reasoning. I am committed to ensuring students mastery of material, while maintaining a positive, growth mindset surrounding academics. Currently, I am a graduate...
Hola! Bonjour ! Hi! I am a foreign language tutor/mentor who loves teaching. I'm a native Spanish speaker from Colombia. I have been teaching English, Spanish and French to kids of different ages in Colombia and the United States for 3 years. Most recently, I have been tutoring young children in Spanish and French. I really love...
U Of Michigan Student Tutor, Sitter, And Dog Walker
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I have 8 years of experience in tutoring in a multitude of subjects, homework help, babysitting, caretaking, and dog watching and walking. I am currently a senior graduating U of M with some extra free during the weekdays or on sundays :)
I have been teaching for more than 15 years. My BA is from EMU in special education and I have a Master's Degree in the Art of Teaching, as well. I am currently work for the county working with students 3 years old to 26 years old, who are deaf or hard of hearing. In the past, I taught in a tradition elementary school, middle...
I'm Megan! I am responsible and energetic babysitter/tutor/swim instructor. I have 8+ years of experience caring for and working with children.
-youth swim instructor for the YMCA + City of Jackson (private lessons available!)
-I love all things creative and hands-on (arts, crafts, cooking/baking, science experiments,,...
5.0
"Megan was our nanny for the first year of the pandemic. We had a 6yr old girl and twin 4yr olds at the time. She was very punctual and an amazing communicator. She was not distracted by her phone and did not...
Hello, I'm an energetic grandmother and former teacher with over 30 years of experience with children. I've been a nanny for the past 5 years, caring for children from birth through 4 years of age. Prior to that, I taught elementary school for 17 years and had endorsements in early childhood education, math, and reading. I was a...
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"Debbie was our family's nanny for the past school year (2019 - 2020) and I cannot say enough glowing things about her. From her first interview to her last day with us, she was incredible with my 3 children...
I have always enjoyed working with children whether it was as a Case Manager for autistic children, Infant Care Giver at an orphanage, or Infant/Toddler Teacher at a daycare. I have over 25 years of experience working with children and 9 of those years have been as a Professional Nanny. Continuing education is a priority in my...
5.0
"I am Sarah's current employer (she nannies for our 18-month old daughter, M.). The family in Ohio who ends up with this wonderful woman in their home is very, very lucky. As a busy, dual-professional couple who...
Need help getting your student to complete all the work the district expects? Time management an issue? Kids bored at home all day? Let me help! I am currently teaching reading, writing and math to several elementary age students (Young 5's through 9th). We try to have as much fun as possible with games and active learning. I am...
5.0
"Dawn is such a good tutor. She has taken the time to connect meaningfully with my brother and communicate his progress with us. She is very caring and compassionate, and also professional and organized. She...
I have had many experiences with children over many years. I am a mom to 4 grown up children and a grandmother to 5 grandchildren. Additionally, I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education in Michigan and certification as an early childhood educator in the state of Massachusetts. My recent teaching experiences with...
5.0
"Gina has worked with young kids her entire life. She is a kind and loving person who will care for your children like they are her own. "
I am a 46-year-old mom of three children ages 23, 21 , and 11 years old. I love children and have spent my life taking care of kids of all ages in formal day care settings, private nanny and babysitting jobs, coaching positions, and also home-schooled my own children for 8 years. I have also taught classes to classrooms full of...
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"Kelly was an absolute blessing to my family!!! She watched my 16-month old son for a few months while we waiting for a daycare spot to open up so I could drop him off with his brothers. I have to say, he loved...
My name is Ashley and I am a young professional employed full time in technical sales but am available during weeknights for tutoring and for occasional babysitting! I tutored elementary-high school students while in high school and college, with an emphasize in English and math, but can assist with a variety of subjects. I am...
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"Ashley has been tutoring my 3 children for many months now. She is very patient and kind. My children love her and look forward to learning with her on a weekly basis! I recommend her for all families who are...
I grew up in a family of 5 children where playing outside with my siblings was a favorite activity. Since I was 13 y. o. I have been involved in managing small groups of young ones who would come over to my family's house to sing and play together. In the years since, I have baby sat for several families including caring for an...
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"Anna was amazing with my 1.5 year old daughter! It was my first time using a babysitter, so I was anxious and nervous. But she made me feel better about using babysitter to get a small break for myself. Thank...
Hi, I'm Heather. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, have updated BLS & CPR Licenses. I have a Valid Driver's License & a reliable vehicle. I have had a recent Drug & Blood Screen, and have had a LiveScan Fingerprint Background Check. I am a fun, loving, outgoing individual who thrives to learn. I LOVE to go on outings! I am...
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"Heather is great with kids of all ages! Both of my children love when she comes to watch them. She has been watching my children since they were 7 and 9. One of the things I love about her watching the...
My four years of experience tutoring has been as a building substitute teacher. As an Instructional coach, I specialize in one-to-one tutoring for both special education(ASD) and general education students learning standards at level. For behavior management, my job as a tutor is to reinforce positive ways to support students...
I am a patient tutor who works well with children who have trouble studying, directing their attention to their work, or simply have a bit of trouble understanding a subject. I understand children's frustration when not being able to understand their homework and help teach them skills such as study habits, self soothing...
Hi! I'm Kirsten!
I am a middle school English Language Arts and Social Studies teacher in Ann Arbor. I am certified to teach English And Social Studies for grades 6-12, but I am open to tutoring any age!
I'd describe my personality as dedicated, organized, personable.
In my spare time, I like to read, sing, sail, and go on...
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"I only wish that she had been able to tutor for a longer period of time. Great job. Thanks."
Hello! My name is Zoe and I am a senior at the University of Michigan. I am 20 years old and grew up with two younger brothers, who are currently 5 and 12. I love working with kids and have had several tutoring experiences! I have volunteered for various nonprofit organizations that provide academic services for elementary and...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Dexter, MI
Megan M.
5.0
Megan was our nanny for the first year of the pandemic. We had a 6yr old girl and twin 4yr olds at the time. She was very punctual and an amazing communicator. She was not distracted by her phone and did not distract kids with screens - she was very active, engaged, and present nanny. She planned...
- Katrina D.
Deborah D.
5.0
Debbie has looked after our kids for about 4 years, and we have loved having her as our nanny! I believe she is the 'gold standard' for a nanny: she is someone with talent, training, and experience that you can trust completely.
Debbie began working for us when our first child was about 8 months,...
- Alex W.
Sarah Z.
5.0
I am Sarah's current employer (she nannies for our 18-month old daughter, M.). The family in Ohio who ends up with this wonderful woman in their home is very, very lucky. As a busy, dual-professional couple who travel frequently with no family in town, we needed a responsible, "third parent" on our...
- Adrian M.
Dawn K.
5.0
Dawn is such a good tutor. She has taken the time to connect meaningfully with my brother and communicate his progress with us. She is very caring and compassionate, and also professional and organized. She also has a very positive and uplifting energy to her, definitely motivates a student to try...
- Alaa J.
Gina S.
5.0
Gina has worked with young kids her entire life. She is a kind and loving person who will care for your children like they are her own.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Dexter, MI
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Dexter, MI?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Dexter, MI on Care.com will cost an average of $18.75 per hour as of June 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has, how often you will need them to help your child with reading and the age of your child.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Dexter, MI?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Dexter, MI. You can search for candidates by their distance from Dexter and compare your options by hourly rate, the experience each reading tutor has and the specific skills they can teach. You can also see reviews from other families in Dexter that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Dexter, MI?
The goal of hiring a reading tutor is to improve your child's grades and vocabulary. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each reading tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Dexter have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their reading tasks. Your child may only need a few tutoring sessions or long-term help with their reading that could require the tutor to stay with them the entire school year.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Dexter, MI?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Dexter, MI, we ask all reading tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck (look for a badge on their profile that shares when they had this background check run). However, to safely hire a reading tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.
What types of reading tutors near me in Dexter, MI can I hire?
With the help of Care.com, you can find the best reading tutors for your child. You can find tutors for reading at all levels. From learning how phonics work to improving reading comprehension. Once your child gets older, you may even want to switch to a writing tutor who can help them develop their writing skills alongside their reading comprehension skills.