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Mary C.

Just What You've Been Looking For

Ozark, MO

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have cared for children most of my life. I am the oldest of 8 children and have raised 3 of my own - twins and one. I have nannied for several families during the pandemic one with two little girls 1 1/2 and 4 yo and another who just had a newborn and a 3 yr old. I provided structure to the day. Crafts, games, ABC's, learning...

Care Member says "Mary cared for our kids for two years. She always showed up on time, cared for our boys and was reliable. She made meals for the boys and did their...

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Robin M.

Ozark, MO

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$20/hr
20 years experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, even keel, responsible I like working with kids because they are full of wonder and curiosity I'm looking for a job that is reliable and consistent I started working with kids when I was 12. In my spare time, I like to garden, read, and enjoy nature One thing you should know about...
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Lisa G.

Tutor Available

Highlandville, MO

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have tutored students for 5 years. I do private tutoring as I am currently earning my PhD in Education. I have a Bachelors and Master's Degree in Education. I prefer to tutor the younger students they are less likely to have bad study habits. I love Math, reading, history.
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Bailey C.

Babysitter/ Home Care/ Pet Sitter

Springfield, MO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I would be honored to watch your kid/kids! I have worked in childcare for as long as I can remember (10 years now maybe more) and I have a niece and nephew I love to visit often. I have worked for a few daycares while I was in high school as well as college and assisted in book reading, playing, helping with naptime,...

Jennifer B. says "We've hired Bailey to watch our 1-year-old and 3-year-old and have been very pleased. She's always on time and communicates well regarding her...

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Nancy K.

Full-time/Part-time Tutor Available

Springfield, MO

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
Experienced Writing/English Tutor with 10+ years of experience Part-Time/Full-Time English Tutor - Ages 10-35 Foreign Language Teacher with 8+ years of experience

Melanie W. says "Nancy is very kind, polite and patient while teaching my 6 year how to read. Her teaching skills have also helped me learn how to better help my daughter...

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Isabella D.

Springfield, MO

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$10/hr
2 years experience
In high school, I was apart of the Math Honors Society and tutored at the middle school for 3 years. I have tutored students mostly in math, science, and English. My GPA was 4. 69 and I even took college classes. I also have experience with kids and am able to help them understand complex material.
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Kaitlin P.

Brookline, MO

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$12/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kati, I'm 23 years old. I am looking for a job so I can pay for college and finish my degree in elementary education. I have 10 siblings and many nieces and nephews so I have been around kids ever since I was born. I also just had my first child, L, the beginning of April. I've helped out with my mom's in-home...
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Stacie M.

Springfield, MO

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am an energetic, organized, punctual mother of 4 children ( 25, 22, 17, 11) and grandmother to 2 sweet girls. I have over 30 years of childcare experience, children have always been a part of my life. I enjoy teaching, exploring, reading and watching children grow and learn in a safe structured environment. I am CPR certified...
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Hannah S.

Gentle Babysitter Looking For A Friendly Family

Springfield, MO

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello! I am a college student looking to find a family to babysit for. I used to babysit for a family with 3 boys ages 5 and younger. I loved to do crafts with them, play outside, read together, and help them maintain basic responsibilities around the house. One of my favorite things to do while babysitting is to teach kids...
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Bailey R.

Springfield, MO

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Childcare for nearly 6 years. I am studying to be a Speech-Language Pathologist here in Springfield. Working with children is my passion and I hope to do it for the rest of my life! I have experience with any age from 6 months to 12 years. I love to read, play games and toys, watch movies, and even do math homework with the...
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Emma J.

Springfield, MO

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Emma! I am currently a senior at Missouri State working towards my Bachelors in Social Work. My end goal is to do clinical work with children! I have vast experience working with kids through both substitute teaching in Springfield and nannying! My passion is to spend my life working to better the lives of...
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Jennifer W.

Mom & Teacher With Over 20 Years Of Experience.

Springfield, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as loving, supportive, and dependable. I like working with kids because it's fun, rewarding, and each day is different. I started working with kids when I was 19. I've worked in childcare for almost 20 years and have been a substitute teacher for the last 3 years. In my spare time, I like to...
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Irene O.

All About Smiles.

Springfield, MO

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as very gentle, caring, warm, patient, very resilient and proactive. I like working with kids because as I raised my own children, I got to learn and enjoy a lot of their songs and activities. I am currently a kindergarten teacher at my Sabbath School church because of having a passion for...
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Amber L.

Springfield, MO

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I'd describe my personality as fun, spontaneous and sincere. I like working with kids because I love how they see life! They are so full of wonder and imagination! I'm looking for a job that I can add value to a family. A job that I can work with that will also add value to my life. I started working with kids when I was...
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Mackenzie B.

Full-Time Babysitter Or Nanny

Springfield, MO

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
When it comes to my interests, I love to be outside swimming, going bike riding, or just on a nice walk. I also love being with my family. I have 2 young nephews whom I loved spending time with and spoiling! I have worked with children from newborn to 6 years of age. I love working in the childcare field because I always feel a...
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Cortney S.

Tutor

Springfield, MO

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$10/hr
I love reading, writing, and math. Throughout high school I helped many of my classmates with math and writing. I also was the A+ tutor for fifth grade during my senior year of high school.
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Theresa W.

Mary Poppins Wanna Be

Springfield, MO

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am the mother of 4 grown sons. They are fine young men. All of them are married and I have 10 grandkids. I have been working in the childcare field for 5+ years. I am an artist. I play the guitar, and sing. I was a lifeguard after my youngest son started first grade. I love to read to children. I have also written and...
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Dawn L.

Tutoring Made Fun

Springfield, MO

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been an elementary school teacher for the past 13 years. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a Master's Degree in Literacy. I love to make learning fun and engaging. I have strong relationship skills and incorporate student interests into my teaching. I also excel in identifying learning gaps/needs and...
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Hanna B.

Springfield, MO

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I'd describe my personality as honest, patient, loving! I like working with kids because since I was little I take care of children, like my relatives, and I love children! I'm looking for a job that I can contribute, that I can help in all aspects, also that they feel comfortable with me as I do with them, and that there is...
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Raegan D.

Springfield, MO

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi there, my name is Raegan and I'm a creative and energetic 22-year-old! I grew up babysitting and am wanting to jump back into it. I have previously worked at a daycare and also long term substitute teacher at an elementary school. My favorite age group is infant-5 years old, but I'm open to all ages! I'm very flexible with...
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  • 22 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Ozark, MO

Reading Tutors in Ozark, MO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 22 listed reading tutors

Mary C.

Mary cared for our kids for two years. She always showed up on time, cared for our boys and was reliable. She made meals for the boys and...

- Care member

Bailey C.

We've hired Bailey to watch our 1-year-old and 3-year-old and have been very pleased. She's always on time and communicates well regarding...

- Jennifer B.

Nancy K.

Nancy is very kind, polite and patient while teaching my 6 year how to read. Her teaching skills have also helped me learn how to better...

- Melanie W.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Ozark, MO

Hiring a local reading tutor in Ozark, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $19.00 per hour as of June 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.

Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Ozark, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Ozark 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 Ozark that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.

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 Ozark 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.

When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Ozark, 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.

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.

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