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Paili O.

Peculiar, MO

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
(My full cover letter has too many characters for this bio so I can only share a sample, please direct message me for a full copy!) Hi! I'm ready to be a helpful hand in your family. I am an 18-year-old from Peculiar, MO. I find much joy and fulfillment in working with children. I want to leave a long-lasting positive effect in...
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Tracy O.

Fun Grandma Who Comes To You

Belton, MO

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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...

Care Member says "Tracy is very prompt & on time. She has great communication skills & is very engaging with our children. The children loved their time with Tracy....

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Sarah M.

Belton, MO

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'd describe myself as nurturing, dedicated, and adaptable. I love turning everyday moments into meaningful learning experiences and helping children build independence, creativity, and confidence. Every child deserves to feel safe, loved, and valued. I view caregiving as a collaborative journey, nurturing not only academic...
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Lisa K.

Overnight/weekend Babysitter/nanny

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a mother of four girls who are all grown now and I am looking to care for, love, and snuggle your sweet kiddos! My kids are my proudest accomplishments and I was fortunate enough to stay at home with them for a lot of years. We love sports in our family. My oldest daughter was a competitive gymnast who competed in college...

Kristy B. says "I have 6 kids and I wouldn't trust anyone more with them than Lisa. I have watched how she is with her own children and how well she loves each of mine....

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Sarah T.

Former Nanny, Certified Teacher, Master's In Special Education

Kansas City, MO

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...
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Tiffany M.

Experienced Sitter/Nanny

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I spent many years caring for my nieces over winter and summer breaks and now work as a substitute teacher for a public elementary school (Pre-K - 6th grade) and an employee early childhood center for a large regional health system. As a sitter/nanny, I care for children of all ages, including infants, for date nights,...

Care Member says "We used Tiffany for a sitter on a weekend couples date night and had a great experience! She was very engaging with our little one right away and made...

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Shanice W.

International Teacher With Several Years Of Experience

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...

Jasmine B. says "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....

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Carol Ann D.

Part-time And Full-time Care Available

Leawood, KS

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have over 20 years' experience working with infants, children in the classroom, as a Nanny, and babysitting. Majority of my experience is with infants and pre-K.. I grew up in Kansas, went to the University of Kansas, spent some wonderful time in Houston gaining valuable experience, and am back home in Kansas. My educational...

Brian T. says "We interviewed Carol Ann to watch our new born. She was early for the interview, which I very much appreciated. Her thoughtful responses made her our first...

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Theresa K.

Loving Caring Person Wanting To Help You!

Leawood, KS

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! My name is Theresa, and I am a retired teacher. I LOVE kids, the elderly , animals and much more. I am a very dependable and a responsible person. I also am a very organized person. I have raised 3 boys of my own, who all are out on their own. Yes, I'm experiencing the Empty Nest Syndrome. That brings me to you, I would...

Daphne G. says "We loved how helpful she was with our son who has a learning disability. She tried really hard to make my son enjoy every minute while learning. I...

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Donesha T.

Young Energetic Caring Sitter

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Leslie S. says "FABULOUS!!! She is so incredibly professional, polite, engaged, fun and interactive - our LO absolutely thrives with her care!"

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Kristina C.

Future Teacher Who Loves Teaching Kids!

Overland Park, KS

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
2 years experience
My name is Kristina and I am going to be a senior in high school this upcoming school year. In school I have participated in a advanced professional studies program. I went into this program for teacher education. This allowed me in my afternoon to visit a number of schools at different grade levels to student teach and...
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Joy B.

Christian Nanny Or Elder Care

Garden City, MO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a mother to four grown children that I homeschooled. So I have lots of practice teaching! I love to read books, play games and do fun activities outside with children. I think most of all being a mom makes me the perfect person for a nanny position. I am caring, loving and understanding. I enjoy cooking and cleaning....

Hannah D. says "Joy is a very honest person, very hard working and so kind! Highly recommend!"

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Alyssa C.

Theater Teacher

Lees Summit, MO

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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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.
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Francesca P.

Kansas City, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
I'm looking for an opportunity to offer childcare in my home during the week. I'm a stay at home mom with my two little ones (boy 3, girl 1). I'd describe my personality as easy-going, and optimistic. Our home is calm, safe, clean, nurturing and happy. Most days we play outside in the backyard, read books, play in the playroom,...
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Molly H.

About Me!

Lees Summit, MO

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
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...
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Christina M.

Reading Tutor

Leawood, KS

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am certified in elementary education and I hold an M. Ed in Curriculum & Instruction. I began teaching in 2011. My classroom experience ranges from 2nd-8th grade, and I have 7 years as an elementary reading specialist with KCPS. I've completed an IDA certified instructional course on multi-sensory reading instruction...
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Jessica J.

Lees Summit, MO

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My Name is Jessica. I am a mother of 3 teens. I also have my child care in the Missouri and Kansas. I was a nanny previously for 5 years and decided to go back to work in my field of computers. Now that I have my licenses for childcare. I want to go back to my passion kids. I love to read and go for walks. I am big on education....
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Bailey G.

College Student Looking For Part-Time Work As A Tutor

Lees Summit, MO

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$15/hr
1 year experience
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...
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Lydia C.

Lees Summit, MO

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$23/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I love working with kids because they can always make me smile and laugh! I worked as a preschool gymnastics coach for a year and a half. Every time I was at work, my day was brightened by the jokes and stories of my gymnasts. I loved helping them learn new skills and play games in the gym. As a coach, I ran 30-45 minute classes...
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Melody S.

Part Time Tutor Available. I Am Able To Teach A Variety Of Subjects And Ages Pre-K To College.

Overland Park, KS

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$14/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I have a multiple subject teaching credential in California and Missouri and I have been substitute teaching in the Blue Valley School District for 1 1/2 years. During that time I've taught grades Pre-K through 12th in multiple subjects including special needs children and teenagers. I enjoy working with differently abled...
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  • 42 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of July 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Peculiar, MO

Reading Tutors in Peculiar, MO are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 42 listed reading tutors

Tracy O.

Tracy is very prompt & on time. She has great communication skills & is very engaging with our children. The children loved their time with...

- Care member

Lisa K.

I have 6 kids and I wouldn't trust anyone more with them than Lisa. I have watched how she is with her own children and how well she loves...

- Kristy B.

Tiffany M.

We used Tiffany for a sitter on a weekend couples date night and had a great experience! She was very engaging with our little one right...

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Peculiar, MO

Hiring a local reading tutor in Peculiar, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of July 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 1 reading tutors in Peculiar, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Peculiar 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 Peculiar 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 Peculiar 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 Peculiar, 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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