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Chelsea was a pleasure and our son loved her! I'd absolutely recommend her.
Review for Chelsea K. by Lindsay M.
Ms. Shanice is AMAZING! If I can give her 100 stars, I would. She helped us with our very energetic 2 year old son and he clicked with her…
Review for Shanice W. by Jasmine B.
FABULOUS!!! She is so incredibly professional, polite, engaged, fun and interactive - our LO absolutely thrives with her care!
Review for Donesha T. by Leslie S.
Reading tutors in Grain Valley, MO
Sarah H.
Grain Valley, MO
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Sarah. As a mom with a humanities major, I find joy and pride in providing a great childhood to my kids and the kids I care for. We have a balanced day of structure and free play. We have learning and activities and time to play outside. I teach the importance of kindness and skills as well as knowledge. I am...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently hold a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and am working on my Master's. I have several years of childcare experience under my belt and love working with kids! I am also happy to help care for pets and assist with homework as needed. In my free time, I enjoy playing hockey, playing the violin, and reading...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsea was a pleasure and our son loved her! I'd absolutely recommend her."
Lindsay M.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 10 and am in my 30's now! I have taught theater to children for many years and am currently teaching kids reading skills remotely.
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Jennifer L.
Lees Summit, MO
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Im new to Care. com but not new to caring for children or anyone's loved ones in need ! About me ....
I am a mom of two amazing daughters, a retired health care professional, and love children. I taught special education children at my daughters school just to be around youngsters again.
I have worked in heart surgery for almost...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
CNA
Reagan B.
Lees Summit, MO
$10/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Reagan, and I'm a middle school PE teacher looking for some part-time work during summer break. I'm very comfortable working with kids, and enjoy teaching and playing all sorts of games and activities with them, as well as helping with homework or reading. I am CPR and 1st Aid certified as well.
Reagan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Growing up I always had a love for children and started by frequently sitting for friends and family for date nights, weekends away, and full time summers watching over children. In college I worked as a preschool teacher and nanny, once I gained my degree in psychology worked in a program with children diagnosed with behavioral...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have experience working with children of all ages. I started working with kids when I was 16 babysitting some of the kids in my neighborhood. I have since nannied, worked at an early child care center for six years and currently teach Pre School. I also have worked at summer camps and student taught at the elementary level. I...
Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
1.0
(1)
I am a fun, outgoing, loving, well-experienced baby sitter. I have played collegiate volleyball and love all sports. I am a certified swim instructor and love teaching kids how to swim. I have babysat for my 4th grade teacher and her 4 children for 5 years. I love playing games, reading books and making crafts with kids. I moved...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Joelle H.
Lees Summit, MO
$10-20/hr
I currently serve as a volunteer for the HIKE Reading Program, serving as a reading coach, and have been doing so for 6 months. I can effectively tutor for any subject in elementary education, and can tutor for language/English, History, Social Studies, Geography, and any type of writing class for middle school and beyond.
Bailey G.
Lees Summit, MO
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
College Student Looking For Part-Time Work As A Tutor
Hi! My name is Bailey and I am looking for part-time work as a tutor while I am in college! I have over a year of classroom experience as well as have experience working with ESL and Special Education students. I am really looking to work with elementary aged students and be there to supplement their learning throughout the...
Alexis J.
Blue Springs, MO
$14-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lexie. I have 4 years of experience and it has taught me more patience. I can help with light housekeeping and crafts, especially since it is younger kids that I will be watching. I am also willing to help teach the little kids how to read, write, and learn small things like shapes and colors. Thank you all for...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hi! I'm Libby and I am a nursing student with over 8 years of babysitting and childcare experience. I have kept from newborn to age 13 including multiple children at once. I have experience teaching dance to children, working as a summer camp counselor and volunteering at a summer camp for medically fragile children. I am a...
Libby can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Scarlett P.
Blue Springs, MO
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Scarlett. I graduated from UMKC with a degree to teach high school English. For the past eight years I have worked in a variety of schools within the Blue Springs and Lee's Summit School District. I've worked with all ages, and I taught High School English for three years. While in college, I provided before and after...
Scarlett can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a certified Barton Reading Tutor. I tutor children with dyslexia, as well as other children who struggle with spelling. They have trouble retaining their spelling words from one week to the next and they have difficulty spelling when writing sentences or stories - not even those high-frequency words like because,...
Ashley B.
Lees Summit, MO
$10-20/hr
I have mainly just helped siblings and kids that I was babysitting with homework, but I am in school for education and am willing to help your kiddos!
Kylea R.
Lees Summit, MO
$10-15/hr
I love tutoring young learners! I have tutored chemistry, which is what I have a specialty in through my coursework. I am currently attending the UMKC school of pharmacy and have experience with teaching others about chemistry
I'm a reading interventionist in KCPS. I primarily work with K-6th grade students on foundational skills (phonological awareness, and phonics, high frequency words). I'm Lexia LETRS certified (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling). I've successfully helped students quickly bridge learning gaps to meet...
Sarah T.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Nanny, Certified Teacher, Master's In Special Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
During undergraduate and graduate school, I nannied full time for 3 different families (2 with newborns) throughout at 5 year period. I've been an educator for 15 years, teaching every grade, PreK-12th. I have been CPR certified multiple times in the past and have completed student crisis intervention trainings 6 times. I have a...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
CNA
Shanice W.
Kansas City, MO
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
International Teacher With Several Years Of Experience
5.0
(4)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for stopping by my profile. I am a 32-year-old international teacher with several years of babysitting/child care experience. I have a degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Special Education. I have experience with children from infants to teenagers. I have my own transportation and I...
Shanice can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shanice is absolutely the best with our 18 month twin boys! She is super kind and caring and always has fun activities planned to do with the kiddos. They enjoy her so much that they get upset when she leaves for the day. Needless to say, 100% I recommend her to...
Jacqueline F.
5.0
(4)
Hi Parents! My Name Is Donesha! Im A Young Energetic Dependable Person! I Lovingly Cooked, Cleaned, Played With, Transported, Educated, And Cared For Children Between The Ages Of 3 Weeks Up To 8 Years Old. Ive Tutored And Assisted Them With Assignments For Subjects Like Math, Science, Reading, Art, And History. Carefully...
Donesha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My name is Nancy. Donesha was fantastic! Kind and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our children activities. Highly recommend!!!"
Nancy B.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Grain Valley, MO
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Grain Valley, MO?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Grain Valley, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 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 Grain Valley, MO?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Grain Valley, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Grain Valley 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 Grain Valley that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Grain Valley, MO?
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 Grain Valley 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 Grain Valley, MO?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Grain Valley, MO, 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 Grain Valley, MO 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.