I have eight years of experience being a classroom teacher. I've taught a year of Kindergarten, a year of fourth grade, and six years of sixth grade math. While teaching sixth graders math, I also taught Math Intervention (Tier 2 and Tier 3) as well as Honors Math. Last summer, I accumulated experience in tutoring an 11-year-old...
I am a college student who is proficient in pretty much any area. I enjoy developing others and teaching them things. I love it when a light-bulb appears and they finally understand a concept. I would most like to tutor in some levels of math, Spanish, psychology, and some types of science.
I am a Dubuque native who is currently in my 7th year of teaching in Dubuque Community School District. I have a bachelors degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in special education, middle school, science and reading as well as a masters degree in Instructional Leadership. I have many hours of experience with kids of...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Certified teacher looking to supplement work and to provide care in a relaxed, amiable setting. 18+ years' experience with children 0-12 years from diverse backgrounds and a variety of settings. Passionate about providing consistent, safe, loving, supportive, nurturing environment. Can perform additional duties like...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ashley was wonderful with our children ages infancy through 6 years. She was responsible, communicative, friendly, and competent. We would definitely hire her again!"
I have experience babysitting during my summers. I picked up a lot of one-time babysitting jobs when I was a teen. After college, most of my experience was with the same 2 kids, aged 5-12, for a couple of summers. I helped them do their chores, drove them to practices and camps, took them to the pool often. Being a teacher, I...
Christina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Dubuque, IA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Dubuque, IA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Dubuque, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.60 per hour as of May 2025. 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 Dubuque, IA?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Dubuque, IA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Dubuque 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 Dubuque that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Dubuque, IA?
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 Dubuque 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 Dubuque, IA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Dubuque, IA, 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 Dubuque, IA 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.