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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 Lees Summit, MO
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!
Jordan C.
Lees Summit, MO
$20-25/hr
I have worked as a tutor/teacher for the last 5 years. I was a teacher in China for children who are ages 2-17. I currently work for an adoption agency tutoring children who are working from home during this pandemic
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...
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
Hello! My name is Kristin! I am a stay at home mama who used to be a full time 4th and 3rd grade teacher! I have always had a loved for kids! I started babysitting at 14 years old and that led into me wanting to become a teacher! I absolutely loved teaching and helping kids become the best they can be & feel confident doing so!
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.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and creative!
I love working with kids because they're just trying to figure out this world we live in! I love helping them explore the world around them and how they fit into it.
In a childcare capacity, I have experience from newborn (I did overnights so mom and dad could...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsea was a pleasure and our son loved her! I'd absolutely recommend her."
Lindsay M.
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 immediately. It usually takes him some time to warm up to new people and he is definitely a mommy and daddy boy, but when he...
Jasmine B.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"FABULOUS!!! She is so incredibly professional, polite, engaged, fun and interactive - our LO absolutely thrives with her care!"
Leslie S.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Nevaeh R.
Independence, MO
$19-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Nevaeh. I'm 22 years old with over 4 years of childcare experience. I currently have an Associate of the Arts, however, I am working towards a degree in Occupational Therapy.
I started working with kids officially in September 2021 when I applied at my current daycare job. I've been babysitting and tutoring...
Nevaeh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Rolanda B.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Rolanda. I am 42 years old, a black female. I live in Kansas City Missouri. For the last several years I have been teaching in the Kansas city Missouri School District as a Special Education Teacher, I was laid off last year. Before teaching I worked in the social work field as a caseworker. I have worked with...
Rolanda can also help with: Meal prep
Jennifer K.
Kansas City, MO
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Trauma-informed Educator Specializing In Academically / Emotionally Challenged Students
With 10+ years of specialized educational services experience, Jennifer provides educational resources for elementary through high school students. She tailors each child's curriculum to their specific developmental needs. She specializes in working with students struggling with academic confidence and battling...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Lees Summit, MO
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Lees Summit, MO?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Lees Summit, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $15.64 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 Lees Summit, MO?
Care.com currently has 11 reading tutors in Lees Summit, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Lees Summit 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 Lees Summit that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Lees Summit, 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 Lees Summit 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 Lees Summit, MO?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Lees Summit, 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 Lees Summit, 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.