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I have been working in the education field/child care field for a year and a half going on two years. 6 months in the Kansas City Public School district through LINC specializing in before and after school care curriculum and 1 year going into my second year as a reading interventionist tutor with The Literacy Lab here in Kansas...
Naila can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lacey and I am 23 years old. I live in the Prairie Village area and am currently attending Avila University pursuing a degree in Kinesiology. I teach fitness, Pilates and boxing classes in the KC area. I teach boxing to people who have Parkinson's throughout the week, and have taught at nursing homes as...
Lacey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*** summer sitter!***
I have two very well behaved boys 9 & 7. I am home all summer. I can nanny out of my home in Shawnee or come to you. My degree is in education, I work with my kids through out the summer and can do the same with yours. We have a very large back yard, basement full of toys, upstairs is all for the kids....
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Cassandra B.
Shawnee, KS
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I graduated with an Associates degree in Liberal Arts and a certificate as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). I have 4 years experience as a Behavioral Tech, 2 years experience working as a preschool teacher, and I am a licensed CPR Instructor through American Red Cross. I have a 9-year-old son who loves to craft and...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Leah C.
Kansas City, MO
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Leah. I Am A Special Education Teacher. I Am Patient, Kind And Great Listener!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with kids because it is a great joy to watch kids learn new things and it is so much fun to create fun activities and have them participate! I am very patient with kids with special needs and throughly enjoy helping them be involved in activities!
I'm looking for a job that I can work with babies, toddlers and...
Leah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Experience working as a at-risk (reading) aide at a elementary school, an online English teacher, and a nanny has provided me with opportunities to work with a wide-range of children. My passion and ability to be an involved and knowledgeable caregiver would make me an asset to any family. I have served as a coach, mentor,...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I am a mother of two grown girls. I have worked as a reading teacher. I have been an art teacher. I have been a tennis coach for 21 years. I was a nanny for 3 years to a family with multiples. I was a stay at home mom. After being married 20 years I got divorced. I'd like to earn money doing what I love, I currently work for an...
Laureen B.
Kansas City, MO
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and learn. I believe that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment to thrive, and I'm committed to providing that for the families I work with. I have over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including...
I am a Doctor of Music - Percussion Performance. I can teach you or your children how to play any percussion instrument, music history, music theory, how to read music, how to listen to music, and basic piano skills.
Emily L.
Mission, KS
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a teacher, now stay-at-home mom to three littles, 7F, 5M, 3M, who is open to welcoming 1-2 other children to our daily routine which includes backyard play (it's child-centered, shady, and no pets), park and library visits, monthly read aloud units, table learning time, nutritious home cooked meals, and midday rest time....
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello! I have been a tutor since I was in high school. I have tutored students of all ages since graduating from The Ohio State University in 2019. I earned my bachelor's degree in philosophy, and hope to one day teach philosophy in a university setting. I have a passion for education that stems from guiding others to a more...
Sofia M.
Kansas City, MO
$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sofi! I am a student at Park University. I've been working as a daycare for almost 3 years now, I currently teach 2-year-olds. I have a couple of years experience babysitting for family, friends, and neighbors. I have experience with newborns all the way up to middle schoolers.
I'd describe my personality as...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Allie D.
Kansas City, MO
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm 20 years old and have 5 years experience in childcare. I have done childcare for kids ages 5 months old to 13 years old. I worked at a private daycare for multiple summers. I have experience assisting with homework for grades K-6. In previous jobs, I've helped with laundry, running errands, meal prep, tidying up the house...
Allie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a graduate student and biology instructor at UNO. I have experience tutoring all elementary school subjects as well as higher level English and Science and middle school Math. I'm used to teaching kids of all backgrounds and those requiring some creative learning tools and extra patience. I'm positive and fun to be...
Hi! I've been worked as a professional tutor for around 3 years . I excel in English Language Arts and Essay writing, but I'm also great at Math. I previously worked as an elementary teacher as well. I look forward to helping your child succeed!
Zoriah C.
Kansas City, KS
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Zoriah, I'm 23 years old. I'm very bubbly and love doing arts and crafts, I also love pets as I have some of my own! I hope to go to school for Early Childhood and Development soon! I love reading and helping with homework, I love working with numbers. I would not mind helping around the house as I know it's difficult...
Zoriah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I grew up the second of five homeschooled kids. Therefore I grew up tutoring my younger siblings in their studies. In college I took some teachers education classes in teaching English as a second language. I also volunteered during college in a couple different capacities including after school tutoring, one-on-on tutoring...
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Ellieana, and I'm excited to support students on their learning journey. I have 1. 5 years of classroom teaching experience and over two years of formal tutoring experience across a variety of subjects. I specialize in creating engaging, personalized lessons that build confidence and help students reach their...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Independence, MO
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Independence, MO?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Independence, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $17.50 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 Independence, MO?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Independence, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Independence 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 Independence that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Independence, 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 Independence 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 Independence, MO?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Independence, 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 Independence, 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.