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I am a dedicated, creative, and hard working individual looking to return to the teaching field after several years of living overseas. I lived with my family in China and Thailand for the last 7 years before returning to the US last summer. My children attended International Schools during that time and I experienced curriculum...
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In high school, I led volunteer projects at the local blind school. The heartfelt experiences I had there led me to get my undergraduate, graduate certification, and graduate degree in education with an emphasis on kiddos with special needs.
Within a few years, I went from working at a public school...
Shelby F.
Melissa, TX
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hey there! I am A recent single mom who loves the outdoors and all things good for you! Sunlight, good foods, and less screen time -more hands on play! I love to help children figure out their big feelings and teach them life skills! It's been fun this past year! I read a lot of whole child health books and I take direction well...
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Tyara W.
Melissa, TX
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have 2 years of experience. I can help with English and Math. I have a TELF ( Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. My husband plays basketball overseas so I follow him and teach English in different counties each year. Most of my experience is with kids 4-9yo. I've taught at Montessori schools so fun hands on...
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I have been teaching for the last 15 yrs in all aspects of Education. I have been afforded the opportunity to work as a general Ed. elementary classroom teacher (TK-6), a Homeschool Teacher (K-12), Home Hospital Teacher (K-12) and most recently a Reading Intervention specialist (K-3), working in a classroom setting (in person...
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"Erika is wonderful. As a busy parent, I haven't been able to spend much time making sure my daughter is on track in school. Erika is keeping our 1st grader reading at a 3rd/4th grade level, and her math on par,...
Reviewed by Jimmy T.
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Hi there. My biggest passions in life have always involved children. Being the oldest in the family, I was usually the designated babysitter of siblings/cousins. I proudly took this title and decided to pursue it. I have been professionally nannying with an agency for the past four years. I was a lead teacher in the infant-2s...
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"We were so lucky to meet Shayla when our son was just 3 months old. As a new mom, I needed someone I could whole-heartedly trust, and Shayla provided the utmost reassurance. She was always on time and very...
Reviewed by Loren E.
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Hi there! I'm Bridget, an experienced Nanny currently working as a waitress, but wanting to get back into childcare. I grew up in a massive Irish-Catholic family, and have extensive experience babysitting/nannying. I have spent a good portion of my life caring for and teaching children! I have my associates in Science, but I...
5.0
"Bridget is great with watching kids as well as watching our dog when we are out of town. She is reliable, honest and kind."
Reviewed by Nicole M.
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HELLO! I am a high energy, fun, creative and "thrilled to teach your child" teacher. I am a certified elementary teacher in all subjects, as well as early childhood, and certified ESL teacher. I taught in Dallas ISD for 9 years, home-schooled our kids several years, and have taught VIP kids on line for almost 2 years. I also...
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"Teacher Karen is awesome. She's very experienced, professional, and so kind. My daughter is learning English as a second language and Teacher Karen has extensive experience in teaching ESL students. My daughter...
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Hello, my name is Angelica. All my friends and kiddos call me Gelli, for short. (yes, like peanut butter and jelly) I currently have 15 units in Early Childhood Education, 3 being in infant toddler. I have 6 years experience in child care. I read, cook, get physical activity with the children and help with homework. I will also...
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"Angelica has been so amazing for our family. I have a 4 year old and 1 year old twins, and have hired Angelica as a regular mother's helper. I am so grateful for her help. Day one, she jumped right in playing...
Reviewed by Cecily L.
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I am a 49 yr old child caregiver and married woman /mother of three children ages 29, 28 & 18. My older daughters live on their own.
I enjoy arts and crafts, reading and outdoor activities.
I taught Catholic Catechism for 1st and 8th grade.
I have always encouraged my kids to be active and participate in sports and school...
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"We hired Anna to take care of our 3 year old who has learned so much with her and is always happy to see her"
Reviewed by Chloe N.
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Hello! I am a member of the Yale Class of 2021 with a B. S. in Chemical Engineering. I am originally from Dallas, TX and currently work as a full-time engineer in the Richardson, TX area. I thoroughly enjoy tutoring on my free-time as teaching is one of my hobbies!
I prioritize the development of effective strategies necessary...
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"Jonathan tutored our 9 y/o son and did a wonderful job explaining mathematical processes and a reading system we still use today. He is very punctual and would definitely have him tutor our child again. 5...
Reviewed by Alejandro S.
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I studied graphic design in college so I have a unique way of getting along with kids through my crafts. I have lived most of my life babysitting my friends' kids and taking care of children at Sunday school in church. Aside from playing with kids, I encourage them to do crafts and also use teacher-recommended books to help them...
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"Anna is currently working with me with my two and five year old. She is a godsend and has been so helpful. She is loving but also firm enough that my kids listen to her. She has a wonderful personality and...
Reviewed by Angela T.
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I just graduated with my Bachelors in Elementary Education. I student talk for a year and a half and worked with students in all subject area, helping students improve their abilities and skills.
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My name is Makenzie, and I have been teaching for four years at the elementary level and coach volleyball/track to middle school and high school kids. I love my students and building relationships with families. I was a nanny to two different families while I was in my freshman and sophomore year at the community college back...
Arminda P.
Anna, TX
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Want An Upbeat, Outgoing, Loving Person? You Just Found Her!
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I have 26+ years of experience in childcare. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Laundry, Meals, and Dr Appointments. I have experience with children from birth to 13 years of age in a school setting. I taught pre k and was also was the schools music teacher and a swimming instructor for 3 years, I have recently been a lead PreK...
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Hello, My name is Alexis. Ive been working with kids since I was 14. I worked at a daycare with infants. I would care for multiple kids at a time by myself. Changing diapers, putting them down for nap, reading to them, teaching them how to walk, feeding them. I remember when I would come in the classroom to start work, the...
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I've worked with children of all ages for over 15 years. I was Director of a childcare center for 3 years. I am an advocate for Early Childhood Education. my focus and passion is the overall development of the child and the comfort of families..
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving and fun.
I like working with kids...
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I love kids and can be a big kid at times, ive been dealing with kid for the longest from baby sitting cousins, teaching sunday school and teaching at a daycare. I love to see the children grow and blossom into the people they are supposed to be, seeing them develop and learn brings so much joy to me and would love to be a part...
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I have 4 years of prior teaching experience in the public school classroom (1st-3rd grade), and I have 3 years of teaching experience as a private homeschool teacher/tutor. Making the transition to private homeschool teaching/tutoring has allowed me to work with a variety of grade levels from Kinder-8th grade across all...
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Over 10 years experience in tutoring & teaching children 1-month-old to 12 years old.
I mainly teach and tutor Spanish. I have also tutor English, Math & Reading from Pre-K children to 12th grade
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Melissa, TX
Erika P.
5.0
Erika is wonderful. As a busy parent, I haven't been able to spend much time making sure my daughter is on track in school. Erika is keeping our 1st grader reading at a 3rd/4th grade level, and her math on par, and working to improve in that area. We're going into our third month of having her help...
- Jimmy T.
Shayla K.
5.0
We were so lucky to meet Shayla when our son was just 3 months old. As a new mom, I needed someone I could whole-heartedly trust, and Shayla provided the utmost reassurance. She was always on time and very dependable. With our son, she was sweet and nurturing, always patient. Shayla became my friend...
- Loren E.
Bridget L.
5.0
Bridget is great with watching kids as well as watching our dog when we are out of town. She is reliable, honest and kind.
- Nicole M.
Karen S.
5.0
Teacher Karen is awesome. She's very experienced, professional, and so kind. My daughter is learning English as a second language and Teacher Karen has extensive experience in teaching ESL students. My daughter has already improved a lot and we are so thankful that we met Teacher Karen. Highly...
- Care member
Angelica O.
5.0
The kids loved Gelli. They said she played with them the entire time and was not on her phone at all. She was upbeat, arrived early and was very interactive with them. She also took them swimming which they loved. We would definitely hire her again. Thanks!
- Jessica B.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Melissa, TX
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Melissa, TX?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Melissa, TX on Care.com will cost an average of $25.00 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 Melissa, TX?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Melissa, TX. You can search for candidates by their distance from Melissa 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 Melissa that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Melissa, TX?
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 Melissa 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 Melissa, TX?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Melissa, TX, 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 Melissa, TX 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.