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Tracy is very prompt & on time. She has great communication skills & is very engaging with our children. The children loved their time with…
Review for Tracy O. by Care member
Katherine is a wonderful person. Honest, hard work, compassionate and caring. She follows directions and she does a great job with kids and…
Review for Katherin C. by Rayza D.
Ally is great with my child. She's very interactive and treats him like her own! She is also a fantastic organizer!!
Review for Ally M. by Katie G.
Reading tutors in Lees Summit, MO
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!
Aishah C.
Kansas City, MO
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello I'm Aishah I've been doing housekeeping, janitorial, and laundry aid for over 20 years, and a floor technician for 3 years.
I have experience with dementia patients and other mental health issues as well!
I also have over 20 years in childcare, 0 to 12 years of age, great cook and meal prep as well......
I'd describe...
Margaret S.
Kansas City, MO
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as creative, easy going and caring.
I like working with kids because they are fun and see the world in a whole new light. They are exploring and learning in everything they do.
I'm looking for a job that works with children where I can sing, read, do crafts and do various cognitive activities.
I...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
I am currently a teacher in Aurora Public Schools with a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and a Master's in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education.
Sarah T.
Kansas City, MO
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Master's Degree Level Teacher With Experience In Grades Pre-K Through 12th Grade,
I have been an educator for 15 years. During that time, taught ELA for 6th, 7th, 8th, 11th, and 12th grades and Special education PreK -12th. I have a Master's in Multicategorical Special Education with an additional certification in Autism, secondary ELA, and early childhood special education. I taught secondary ELA and I have...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently an English Langauge Arts (reading and writing) teacher at the Middle School level with a Master's of Science in Education. My Master's is in reading and I got it from Northwest Missouri State University in May of 2020. My Bachelors of Arts in Education is from the University of Missouri- Kansas City and was...
Shelby can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Able to tutor in both reading and writing, K-12. Master's of Science in Reading done through Northwest Missouri State. I have tutored a 3rd grader as well as a freshman in high school.
Children are such a joy! I love working with them and watching them grow.
I am a former paraeducator, I've been a Sunday School teacher for the past four years, and I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember.
In my spare time, I like to read anything and everything under the sun. My favorite is poetry!
Madison P.
Kansas City, MO
$10-25/hr
I tutor for the local elementary and middle schoolers when I was in high school. I have also helped all the children I have babysit with their schoolwork.
I participated in the A+ tutoring program in the LSR7 school district. I was and still am proficient in school, and have experience with high level math (through precalculus), music (reading and interpreting music theory), as well as collegiate level english (grammar, spelling, etc.). I also took five years of french and I...
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,...
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...
I am a California native who now lives in Kansas City, MO. I attended the University of Pennsylvania attaining a B. A. in comparative literature with a concentration in Russian and English literature. I also completed pre-medicine post baccalaureate courses at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, PA. I have worked as a...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Family studies Major (BA), taught in preschools & elementary schools, children's ministry, swim lessons (WSI), First Aid & CPR certified, summer camp counselor, married 30 years and have one son (28), home schooled. Have babysat 35 years and have been nannying the last 1 1/2 years. I absolutely love playing with kids and...
Deana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a college student at UCM where I am getting a degree inn Biology with a concentration in Wildlife and Natural Resource Conservation. I have a year of tutoring experience where I tutored in a Spanish class for first year Spanish students. I have 4 years of experience in Spanish. I am most comfortable with teaching Science...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a Mom for 38 years and I'm now a Grandma of two. I homeschooled for over 14 years and I've watched children since I was in my teens. While homeschooling we were involved in a co-op of over 150 families and were involved in teaching, arts and crafts, and community plays (LOTS of interaction with children of all ages) I...
Tracy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
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"Tracy is very prompt & on time. She has great communication skills & is very engaging with our children. The children loved their time with Tracy.
Highly recommend. "
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love taking care of kids under the age of 13. I'm a loving person, really patient, good making Food, reading and teaching Spanish (my first language). Like to take the kids to the library and to the Park. CPR training . CNA
Katherin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Excellent person. Hardworking and cheerful. Punctual and very respectful."
Kenny G.
Ally M.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Assistant Teacher At Kensington School, Looking For Side Gigs On Weekends!
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Hello! My name is Ally! I have about 7-8 years of childcare experience! I have been a nanny from kids that range from 3 months to school aged. This also includes my two nephews who I watched for the entire two years of the older one's life and also the younger guy who is now one! I have also worked in two licensed daycares back...
Ally can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ally is great with my child. She's very interactive and treats him like her own! She is also a fantastic organizer!!"
Katie G.
Wendy W.
Kansas City, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for the past 33 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I also have tutoring experience. I have been tutoring children in reading and math for the past two years.
Wendy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wendy has been the nanny to our 2 year old daughter since she was 9 weeks old. We are blessed to have her. She is loving and reliable. It is clear that her background is in education as she had our daughter counting to 10 and doing some abc's when she was 18 months...
Shannon L.
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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.