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My name is Zandile. I was born and raised in Michigan and I earned a teaching degree and certification from Michigan State University. I have taught 3rd grade for 9 years and 5th grade for 3 years. I have also provided private tutoring to elementary students for the past 20 years.
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Hello! I have always loved working with children of all ages. I graduated from Central Michigan University in 2016 with a degree in Elementary Education. I currently hold a Michigan Teaching License and worked in the Troy School District for over two years. I have five years of tutoring experience in grades ranging from...
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I am a compassionate nanny caring for my nephew and client ages 2 and 4 years old (year 2007 - 2020)reading stories, playing games, preparing food, help with homework, folding clothes, washing and drying. A compassionate and versatile nanny. Year 2021 - taking care of developmental disability.
5.0
"I interviewed Joan when my daughter was almost one year old. She is very friendly, she plays with M, talk to her, sing to her and teach her how to walk. I should say Joan who helps M how to walk. Joan has two...
Reviewed by Ming G.
Timothy D.
Bloomfield Hills, MI
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Dedicated K-12 Tutor, TA, And Former Student-Teacher
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Hi there, my name is Timothy. I am a 31-year-old tutor, school aide, and writing specialist from Bloomfield. I try to bring my upbeat personality and passion for learning into everything I do. I am a recent graduate of a rigorous elementary education degree program at OU (3. 9 GPA). I also worked a paid position at the...
5.0
"I hired Timothy for tutoring in English for 8 months. He was punctual and professional. Would recommend. He is good teacher for me!!!!"
Reviewed by Hiroki T.
5.0
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I have been involved in the arts my whole life, and have the skills to teach basic drawing skills and exercises, with emphasis in figure drawing. If you have a child who is interested in cartoons and storytelling, I am also skilled in animation and character design.
My experience with young children includes instructing...
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Hello, my name is Kelly, and I am from Colombia. In my country, I am a professional psychologist with a specialization in education. I have a 7-year-old daughter who is my pride and joy. I have been living in the United States for a year, six months in Ohio and six months in Michigan. Since I moved here, I have been working as a...
5.0
"Kelly nannied our 10 month old twins and 2 year old daughter. She was kind, capable and so wonderful with our children. They lit up when she walked in the door. It was clear from her first day that she had a...
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Mona B.
Southfield, MI
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter & Caregiver (Experience In Pediatrics Hospital & Daycare)
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Hello! My name is Mona, and I am 23 years old and from Michigan :). I recently graduated with a BS in Health and Human Services with partial education in child studies and development. I really enjoy working with and taking care of children, and I have experience in teaching with them as well. I first started working with...
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"I can't say enough great things about Mona!! My baby absolutely LOVES her. She always puts a big smile on my baby's face! Mona is full of energy and positivity. She truly cares about my daughter and I know that...
Reviewed by Isabella D.
Maia C.
Franklin, MI
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I graduated from the University of Michigan School of Education with a degree in teaching math and Spanish to 6-12 graders. Since graduating, I have worked as a part-time math tutor while pursuing other forms of full-time employment.
Since the pandemic began I've begun adding more clients as I complete online classes. While my...
5.0
"Maia has lots of good tips and tricks to remember equations and math rules that are helpful on tests and quizzes."
Reviewed by Evelyn P.
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I have a passion for nurturing and educating children, guiding them to become compassionate and intelligent individuals. Through my experience and research, I have developed effective methods to achieve this goal. With 22 years of experience as a nanny, primarily working with newborns to 4-year-olds, and also taking care...
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"If you've come to Denise's profile, you can end your search - she is hands down the best Nanny you could ever dream of for your infant or young child.
Denise has cared for my 4 mo. old since she was 8 weeks...
Reviewed by Jennifer D.
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I am 33 years old and enrolled as a second degree nursing student at Oakland University. I am often surrounded by the children of friends and family and enjoy doing whatever it is they love to do. I can have fun playing games or make believe and am happy to help with homework and reading, too.
I have been babysitting since I...
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"Jane did a great job. The kids loved her."
Reviewed by Nick T.
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Hi parents, Thanks for checking out my profile! I'm a mother of four, and I've been working in childcare/teaching for more than three decades. I take my job very serious, and my life mission is to create a safe, fun environment for children to learn and grow (as if they are all my own). I have cared for infants, toddlers,...
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"Minoo is wonderful - responsible, resourceful, punctual, and loving. Any family would be lucky to have her. She took such great care of our little one; we never had to worry! Our kid adores her. Minoo loves...
Reviewed by Jared B.
Heaven A.
Detroit, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello! I have a great deal of experience babysitting and tutoring. I have worked with children with special needs such as autism, and have tutored in ESL, basic reading, writing, math, and science. Some of the activities I love to do with kids are telling stories, arts and crafts, and dance parties! I have also been extremely...
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"Heavenlee cared for my two boys for a few years, and we could not have been happier. She was always on time, high energy, and happy to work with our family. She made sure the boys were entertained, active, and...
Reviewed by Monique S.
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I love art, math, and English. I am fluent in French, though I cannot write in French. I have babysat for 5 years and have tutored them in math. I did volunteer tutoring in high school to any subject needed. I am currently volunteering twice a week at an elementary school where I work as an assistant teacher which consists...
Maria E.
Madison Heights, MI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am 23 years old. I recently graduated with my associates. I am very outgoing & active. Keeping your children safe and happy are my biggest concerns! Taking bike rides, reading books, playing outside with bubbles, chalk, making sand castles, going swimming(etc.) are all different options I use to keep the children I watch...
5.0
"Maria is truly great with children!"
Reviewed by Allison P.
Nya R.
Detroit, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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My name is Nya and I love caring for children! I am a graduate of Kentucky State University. I have extensive experience caring for children from infants to pre teens. I love being interactive with kids. I am a whole lot of fun, but firm when needed. I also have experience with personal tutoring for children and teens. I have no...
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"Nya is awesome! My son absolutely adored her and didn't want her to leave! He woke up the next morning asking where his sitter was. Nya fed, bathed, and put both our children to bed (4 year old son and 1...
Reviewed by Jocelyn D.
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I have always loved kids since I was young. I had no other siblings, so I was always offering myself up for babysitting my parents friends children and loved every minute of it. I started babysitting when I was 12-13 years old and have been a non-stop babysitter ever since. I was a camp counselor at 14. I started babysitting...
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"Nikki is friendly and engaging. She has a high energy level and will get as active as young boys can be. It was not unusual to see her giving piggy back rides through the house. She is very positive and...
Reviewed by Danielle P.
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Hello there! I am a very reliable and enthusiastic person when it comes to helping my fellow peers and students in general. I worked as an Academic Tutor for over a year with a local nonprofit organization (ACCESS) at the high school I graduated from (Hamtramck High School). In addition, I worked as a tutor in general throughout...
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I have my Teaching license and am certified to teach Pre-k - 3rd grade. I have spent time teaching in all grade levels, the most time in second grade. I love working with children and have spent all of my adult life doing so.
Carla W.
Franklin, MI
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
English, Spanish, And/or Speech Certified Instructor/tutor
5.0
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Currently full-time, certified educator in local public school district. Certified in secondary English, Spanish, & speech (as in public speaking). Have taught home-schooled students as well as tutored others. I've worked w/middle, high school, and college students. Letters of recommendation available upon request. During COVID,...
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"My daughter was failing 9th grade English and I looked on Care.com and found Ms. Carla. When my daughter and I had our first meeting with Ms. Carla, I felt very comfortable and sure she was the right person to...
Reviewed by Lashonda L.
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I have been a first grade teacher for the past 18 years. Feel free to contact me about tutoring hours. It changes with different sports seasons ( my kids are in sports). I will also be available during the summer months if anyone is interested.
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"Stacy worked as a tutor for me and I loved her, haven't been able to find a better one. She was dependable and patient with my boys, she clearly communicated with me their needs and got them off to a great...
Reviewed by Angela S.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Oak Park, MI
Mary A.
5.0
I interviewed Joan when my daughter was almost one year old. She is very friendly, she plays with M, talk to her, sing to her and teach her how to walk. I should say Joan who helps M how to walk. Joan has two daughters who are helping too in case Joan can't work, her daughter will come for her....
- Ming G.
Timothy D.
5.0
I hired Timothy for tutoring in English for 8 months. He was punctual and professional. Would recommend. He is good teacher for me!!!!
- Hiroki T.
Kelly A.
5.0
Kelly nannied our 10 month old twins and 2 year old daughter. She was kind, capable and so wonderful with our children. They lit up when she walked in the door. It was clear from her first day that she had a lot of experience as she knew exactly how to help without being asked. Her English skills...
- Care member
Mona B.
5.0
I can't say enough great things about Mona!! My baby absolutely LOVES her. She always puts a big smile on my baby's face! Mona is full of energy and positivity. She truly cares about my daughter and I know that she is in good hands. She takes the time to read to my daughter, listen to music, do...
- Isabella D.
Maia C.
5.0
Maia has lots of good tips and tricks to remember equations and math rules that are helpful on tests and quizzes.
- Evelyn P.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Oak Park, MI
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Oak Park, MI?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Oak Park, MI on Care.com will cost an average of $37.00 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 Oak Park, MI?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Oak Park, MI. You can search for candidates by their distance from Oak Park 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 Oak Park that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Oak Park, MI?
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 Oak Park 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 Oak Park, MI?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Oak Park, MI, 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 Oak Park, MI 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.