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For the past three years I have been an English teacher/tutor for Akron Public Schools. I worked specifically with students that were struggling readers and writers, as well as students that were learning English as their second language. I taught different comprehension strategies as well as focusing on expanding vocabulary and...
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I recently received my Master's degree in American Studies (focus in philosophy and epidemiology) from Brown University. As an undergraduate student at Kent State, I majored in biology. I have been tutoring science, literature, and writing courses for five years now. Tutoring is a passion of mine, and I look forward to helping...
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I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Special Education and English. I am a licensed SLP and have experience tutoring all grade levels.
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I was a tutor at Kumon in Westlake from 2015-2017. At this job I worked with children (kindergarten through fifth grade) on developing math and reading skills. I have had a lot of experience with working with children, I work at a daycare in the summer and I love helping them with their summer workloads! I love coming up with...
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I am a junior at Kent State University studying Biology. I have tutored high schools students in the past in subjects such as math, science, and English. I can help with a range of courses and ages!
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- Currently licensed teacher
- Current background check (FBI &BCI)
- Experience in all grade levels (PreK- adult)
- Experience with all ability levels (Special Education, English Language Learners, AP courses, Gifted and Talented, Adult learners)
- Comfortable with all subject areas prior to high school level
- Comfortable with...
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Hello! I recently graduated from KSU with a major in Early Childhood Education and will be teaching in the Fall! I completed my student teaching in Akron Public Schools and learned so much about teaching Math and ELA. I would be thrilled to gain more experience in working with young students in these areas and helping them to...
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I'd describe my personality as caring, gentile, smart.
I'm looking for a job that has unique hours because I'm a student.
I started working with kids when I was 16. I started with teaching swimming lessons and I currently work at a church nursery.
In my spare time, I love to read and work on my school work, and spend time...
5.0
"Lilly was our neighbor and in high school when I asked her to tutor my elementary school daughter in reading. She came one day a week for an hour and the two years that I had her my daughter met all of her...
Reviewed by Heather G.
Alexa P.
Kent, OH
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi Families! I am currently a senior with a light Spring semester schedule. I would love to help families in need of childcare, as I have 7 years of experience babysitting children of all ages. I am able to help with carpool, after-school activities, homework, mealtimes, and other household tasks. I am an energetic individual...
Lucille S.
Kent, OH
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a current college student looking to pursue a summer childcare job for summer 2024! I am 22 years old, am willing to drive kids to summer activities, help with summer school, summer tutoring activities, and anything else you need! I love to read, bake, and craft, and am very comfortable with animals. Start date is flexible!
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Hello, my name is Amber. I am a senior at Kent State University studying Hospitality Management with minors in Event Planning, Business, and Design. Growing up, I was the oldest of 12 cousins and spent a lot of time babysitting as early as the 7th grade. However, I got the majority of paid experience after I got my driver's...
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Hello everyone! My name is Elizabeth, but I go by Liz. I am from New Jersey, but I moved to downtown Cleveland about 2 years ago. I have been babysitting children since I was 16. Children respond to me very positively because I have a huge care and love for kids. I started watching my younger sister and soon for children in my...
Janetta B.
Ravenna, OH
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! I grew up in a family of 16, so I am no stranger to helping care for children. I have babysat for friends, family, and coworkers since I was a teen. I have nannied full time going on 2 years now. I have nannied children from ages 3months to 7 years old. Most of my experience has been with little ones between the ages...
5.0
"She is patient and honest. She is very responsible and has fun with the kids! She is very trustworthy."
Reviewed by Jennifer G.
Samantha V.
Tallmadge, OH
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Social Worker, Older Sister, And Behavior Tech Trained!
5.0
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I'm a big sister of four and have 20+ years experience caring for children. I love spending time encouraging children and learning from them just as much as I love teaching them! I understand how tough it is for children growing up in the age of social media and have an empathetic approach toward handling any type of problem...
5.0
"Our kids love Samantha. She is very dependable and keeps the kids engaged. She is a big help and we looking forward to working with her for as long as we can. Thanks Samantha!"
Reviewed by Eric B.
3.0
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Dedicated and hardworking individual with a wide range of experience including working in schools, working as a private nanny, private tutoring, a behavior therapist for children with autism spectrum disorder, and most recently as a certified reading tutor for children K-8. I have extensive education and experience working with...
3.0
"Was very nice, she was early for our interview and very courteous. Was interviewing several people and one of the others seemed to be a better fit for our family, no fault of Anna's"
Reviewed by Jessica S.
5.0
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I have tutored for years- college math, high school math, middle school math, and elementary math. I have also tutored high school Chemistry and English, as well as Math, Chemistry, and English at the college level. I was an academic tutor at a vocational school for three years, and I am currently a special education instructor...
5.0
"We hired Amy to tutor our son for math during summer school. Our son has always struggled with school, and fell behind due to health issues and missed a lot of school the last 2 years. Amy took the time to...
Reviewed by Valerie W.
Colean B.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello !
I am a dedicated stay at home momma to my 3-year-old W, first aid & CPR certified, a criminology and justice studies graduate who is very energetic and who loves spending time in nature, spending time with music, reading, learning, and more. I have watched many children for family friends and former teachers. I have...
5.0
"Colean is a great nanny / sitter
My niece and nephew love her!
She is punctual and dependable, trustworthy and reliable. She loves children and is a great mother as well as caretaker"
Reviewed by Amber L.
5.0
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I have over 15 years of experience teaching in PreK-grade 4 classrooms. Many of my references are from the many more years I have tutored individual students. My favorite moments are watching a child progress and inspiring that motivation to learn. I can help with Math, English, Reading, Fine Motor Skills, Kindergarten Readiness...
5.0
"Katie E is an amazing tutor. She comes up with unique ways to teach the children. My kids are always excited to go see her! She makes learning fun!"
Reviewed by Nicole B.
4.3
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I was a nurse for 29 years at our local children's hospital and have cared for all ages of children. I was a nanny to triplet girls for almost 5 years part-time. I love children and take care of my nanny children with lots of love and tender loving care. We go on outings, adventures to museums, to the zoos, hikes, to the park,...
5.0
"Kathleen did a great job caring for my children. They really adored her. She does live a little far away, but we hope that she will be able to come back again."
Reviewed by Rachel S.
5.0
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After I graduated from Kent State University in 2008, I worked in South Carolina teaching high school English Language Arts. I taught grades 9-12, including Honors classes. Many of my students struggled academically, and I worked with them to pass their End of Course Exams, graduate, and get into college. I also worked as a...
5.0
"I have worked with Emily for approximately three years and in that time I have grown to know her as a friend and a teacher.
Emily is truly a passionate person when it comes to English and she has a vast...
Reviewed by Megan C.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Kent, OH
Lillian I.
5.0
Lilly was our neighbor and in high school when I asked her to tutor my elementary school daughter in reading. She came one day a week for an hour and the two years that I had her my daughter met all of her reading goals and even surpassed some other goals in other subjects. Lilly is kind,...
- Heather G.
Janetta B.
5.0
Janetta has been a blessing to our family! She has been leaps and bounds above other nannies we've utilized in the last few years. Always punctual, attentive, compassionate, understanding, willing to help encourage speech and growth. Our daughter required special instructions and Janetta never...
- Care member
Samantha V.
5.0
Samantha is very responsive, punctual, and responsible. She is very good with our toddler son and is also willing to help out with his laundry, meal prep, and clean up.
- Dominica R.
Anna S.
3.0
Was very nice, she was early for our interview and very courteous. Was interviewing several people and one of the others seemed to be a better fit for our family, no fault of Anna's
- Jessica S.
Amy M.
5.0
Amy tutored my oldest son over the summer for ACT prep and is tutoring my youngest son as needed for geometry. We are so happy to have found her. She has a sweet disposition, is very accommodating, and has definitely been helpful academically. We have not gotten an ACT result back yet but my...
- Michelle I.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Kent, OH
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Kent, OH?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Kent, OH on Care.com will cost an average of $16.33 per hour as of May 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 Kent, OH?
Care.com currently has 12 reading tutors in Kent, OH. You can search for candidates by their distance from Kent 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 Kent that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Kent, OH?
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 Kent 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 Kent, OH?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Kent, OH, 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 Kent, OH 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.