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60 reading tutors are listed in Prairie Village, KS
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 10 years
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Love kids.. everything they do.. The laughter is my FAVORITE! I am a reading teacher in The Blue Valley School District. I am looking for a summer nanny job. I have watched kiddos since my youngest was 3.. I quit a full time nanny job... to be honest... I loved the family and kids. I taught Art at 2 local studios in Kansas City....
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"Angela has watched our two children (6 and 3) a number of times. She genuinely loves kids and is very good at keeping them engaged and entertained, and our kids really enjoy being with her. She is very...
Reviewed by Christy S.
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Experience working as a at-risk (reading) aide at a elementary school, an online English teacher, and a nanny has provided me with opportunities to work with a wide-range of children. My passion and ability to be an involved and knowledgeable caregiver would make me an asset to any family. I have served as a coach, mentor,...
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Hi, I am Kelsey! I am 26 years old and college educated. I graduated from Iowa State University in 2019 with a degree in graphic design. I now use my skills to illustrate children's books in my free time!
I have lived in KC for the past 4 years and have been a full time nanny since 2020. Growing up, my mom owned an at home...
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"We used Kelsey for a date night for our two girls (3 year old and 10 month old). She cooked dinner for them and kept them busy with toys until we got back. Our three year old is already asking for her to...
Reviewed by Liz K.
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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...
Justine P.
Mission, KS
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I am currently a special education teacher in the Kansas City, KS school district for early childhood! In August 2017 I earned my masters degree in special education and during that time I tutored children and worked part time with children in a variety of settings, including private school settings, public school settings, and...
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"Justine was absolutely amazing with my 3rd grader. She has "out of the box" ideas that really helped my daughter to grasp math concepts that she hadn't been able to before. I would recommend Justine time and...
Reviewed by Misha S.
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Update: Most recently I've been caring for 2 wonderful families in Brookside/Mission Hills areas, but am looking for some additional regular hours! In 2015 I relocated to the South KC area from NJ, and was excited about finding new families here in my home town! I attended Shawnee Mission schools. I love children and have been...
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"Sandy has been a great help to our family. Initially she helped with the kids and the house (she is very good in the kitchen) roughly 15-20 hours a week. Now she helps out on an as-needed basis. We will...
Reviewed by Tim S.
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I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Psychology and Studio Art from Washington University in St. Louis in 2019, and I'm currently pursuing my PhD in Counseling Psychology at the University of Kansas. My background in psychological science sets me apart from other tutors and enables me to help my students to not only earn...
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"Julia has worked with my three kids over the last year and has been incredible. I have two with ADD that she very accurately evaluated, then put together a lesson plan that has all of my kids on a path to...
Reviewed by Jennifer K.
Ally M.
Kansas City, MO
$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 roughly 6-7 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 have watched for the entire two years of the older one's life and also the younger guy who will be turning 1 soon! I have also worked in two...
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"Ally is great with my child. She's very interactive and treats him like her own! She is also a fantastic organizer!!"
Reviewed by Katie G.
Amanda B.
Kansas City, MO
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Amanda and I am 29. I am an experienced childcare professional with a background in Montessori teaching. I love hands on activities that help your child's development. I am bilingual fluent in Spanish.
I am warm-hearted, energetic and enjoy spending my time outside, reading, crafting and playing games.
I have...
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"Amanda has taken care of my dog Kiki several times over the last 3 years and is always such a blessing to have over!
She meticulously follows my notes for feeding and walks and always takes care of my home too...
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Hello! My name is Marwa, and I love caring for children! My background in childcare ranges from preschool teacher to caregiver to children with autism. What you can expect from me is full communication, transparency and understanding when it comes to caring for your children and home. I love to read books, help with homework,...
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Hello there! I'm Katie and I'm looking forward to serving your family! With nine years of experience in education, I have come to recognize the importance of building relationships and making each moment count! I worked with children in grades 1st, 3rd and 4th, yet enjoy children of all ages! Since being a classroom teacher,...
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"Katie is wonderful. She is reliable and provides excellent care for children. She is kind and energetic."
Reviewed by Joy M.
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Hi! My name is Deann. Thank you for reading my profile and considering me to care for your child/children.
I have been a nanny for the past 20 years, and previous to that I was a preschool teacher. I have cared for newborns, toddlers, multiples and teens, enjoying every age! My stay with families is usually long term, as I...
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"Deann came over to our house and met our family. She was not available on the day we needed but when we go out again, she will definitely be our choice. She was full of energy and the kids had a great time...
Reviewed by Natalie N.
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Having taught kids in grades 1st, 3rd and 4th grades I have experience in all subjects with a dose of extra excitement for math! I taught as a classroom teacher for nine years and am currently supporting kids in the classroom as well as leading small group instruction. I enjoy building relationships with kids and helping them...
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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
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"Katherine is a wonderful person. Honest, hard work, compassionate and caring. She follows directions and she does a great job with kids and elders. I will highly recommend her. She works for me taking care of...
Reviewed by Rayza D.
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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 Followed The Parents Instructions...
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"My name is Nancy. Donesha was fantastic! Kind and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our...
Reviewed by Nancy B.
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I am a mother of four girls who are all in school now and I am looking to care for, love, and spoil your newborn or toddlers like I did my own kids. My kids are adults now. They 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...
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"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. She is a blessing to any child or family that she comes...
Reviewed by Kristy B.
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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 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 love...
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"Very patient and friendly and willing to work through all challenges with my daughter. Amazing so far!"
Reviewed by Merlene D.
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Hi there, my name is Mariah. I graduated from Blue Valley in 2022, now studying esthetics at Entourage. I have a big family so I became a babysitter very young age. I've been involved in childcare for many years and have lovingly cooked, cleaned, played with, transported, and educated kids of all ages. For many years throughout...
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"Mariah has watched my infant daughter several times. She is dependable and communicates very well. She's great with my daughter and is very trustworthy and mature. I highly recommend her!"
Reviewed by Lauren B.
Anthea B.
Overland Park, KS
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have Recently Relocated To Overland Park, Kansas 66210 But Can Tutor On Line From Anywhere.
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I have worked with children for many years both as an elementary and preschool teacher and as a school owner. I really enjoy being with children and am particularly good at teaching young children those skills that will help them succeed in school. I have an excellent reading series and have created my own very successful...
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"Our family has had the great pleasure and honor of having Anthea as nanny to our three children for the past three years. Our children are now 10, 7 and 5 and they have all benefited tremendously from their...
Reviewed by Lynda W.
Emily H.
Overland Park, KS
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have helped students with reading disabilities. As well as training with elementary aged students for 2 years.
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"Emily was a university student of mine and I greatly enjoyed working with her. Her take-charge attitude and relational skills are things I greatly admired in her. Her passion for life carries over into...
Reviewed by Sarah B.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Prairie Village, KS
Angela B.
5.0
Angela has watched our two children (6 and 3) a number of times. She genuinely loves kids and is very good at keeping them engaged and entertained, and our kids really enjoy being with her. She is very dependable and trustworthy. We love having her watch our children any time our regular nanny...
- Christy S.
Kelsey B.
5.0
We used Kelsey for a date night for our two girls (3 year old and 10 month old). She cooked dinner for them and kept them busy with toys until we got back. Our three year old is already asking for her to babysit again. We wouldn't hesitate to hire her again.
- Liz K.
Justine P.
5.0
Justine was absolutely amazing with my 3rd grader. She has "out of the box" ideas that really helped my daughter to grasp math concepts that she hadn't been able to before. I would recommend Justine time and time again!!
- Misha S.
Sandra R.
5.0
Sandy has been a great help to our family. Initially she helped with the kids and the house (she is very good in the kitchen) roughly 15-20 hours a week. Now she helps out on an as-needed basis. We will continue to use Sandy because she is extremely reliable and good at the job.
- Tim S.
Julia R.
5.0
Julia has worked with my three kids over the last year and has been incredible. I have two with ADD that she very accurately evaluated, then put together a lesson plan that has all of my kids on a path to success. She knows the ins and outs of the software that is used in our district which is...
- Jennifer K.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Prairie Village, KS
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Prairie Village, KS?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Prairie Village, KS on Care.com will cost an average of $13.50 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 Prairie Village, KS?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Prairie Village, KS. You can search for candidates by their distance from Prairie Village 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 Prairie Village that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Prairie Village, KS?
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 Prairie Village 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 Prairie Village, KS?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Prairie Village, KS, 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 Prairie Village, KS 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.