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60 reading tutors are listed in Shawnee, KS
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 7 years
Reading tutors in Shawnee, KS
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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...
Mary C.
Shawnee, KS
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Teacher Available For Part Time Job Nannying/Tutoring
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Hello! My name is Mary and I am a certified teacher in Elementary and Middle School Math. I work part time as a substitute teacher in the Blue Valley and Olathe School Districts. I have experience substituting at all levels: elementary, middle, and high school. I am also the Director of Children's Ministries at my church where I...
Kaleigh P.
Shawnee, KS
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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My name is Kaleigh, I am 27 years old, and I am currently looking for a nanny and/or tutoring position for a family who needs extra help with homeschooling or virtual learning this school year. I am the mother of a 4-year-old and I am currently finishing my elementary education degree. I have also been an elementary SPED para...
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I have about three years experience combined with student tutoring but it wasn't an actual job so I don't have documentation. I am able to help with math up through high school algebra, social studies, science up through high school biology, English and subjects up until high school level. I am not fluent in languages so I do...
Leah H.
Shawnee, KS
$22-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I love all things words and grammar and putting them together in effective ways. From research papers to creative fiction and poetry, even business content, I've written it! My poetry and short fiction has appeared in anthologies. I've substitute taught K5 through high school, taught a class and worked as a day camp counselor...
Danielle M.
Shawnee, KS
$5-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have four years of day care experience and 15 years of nanny experience. I enjoy working with children and watching them learn about life. I have cared for children of all ages, and have watched anywhere from one to five children. I enjoy playing indoor and outdoor games, doing arts and crafts, reading books, and teaching...
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"Danielle is amazing! She watched our 2 year old toddler while I was on maternity leave with our newborn. We were immediately comfortable with Danielle and knew our daughter was in good hands. She had so much...
Reviewed by Alley P.
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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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I'm an experienced, educated, and passionate childcare provider/teacher. In 2008, I graduated with a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. Since then, I have been a director of an upscale preschool (Creme De La Creme) and a kindergarten teacher but have transitioned to being a nanny share in my own home for the past 5...
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"Desirae has been our care provider for our two children for the last two years. Our girls absolutely adore her and she makes each of them feel loved and special all day long! She also sends me pictures of their...
Reviewed by Alexandria W.
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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.
Cassandra B.
Shawnee, KS
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I graduated with an Associates degree in Liberal Arts and a certificate as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). I have 4 years experience as a Behavioral Tech, 2 years experience working as a preschool teacher, and I am a licensed CPR Instructor through American Red Cross. I have a 9-year-old son who loves to craft and...
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Lisa B.
Shawnee, KS
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Have worked with a little girl for seven years. I had to take a special Ed student teaching and was placed with a 2-year-old girl to work in home and at preschool. When she was younger she had gotten really sick and lost all her skills from walking, communicating skills and more. I would work one day in the classroom on peer...
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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.
Onie B.
Kansas City, MO
$10-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as I'm smart, intelligent and good listener
I like working with kids because they are very smart and different in their own way , they could teach me some thing and I can text them something things and I been work with kids all my life
I'm looking for a job that's steady going and will keep me on...
5.0
"She was a hard worker & really helped me out I struggling when Ms.Brown started now I am doing so much better she really made everything alot easier "
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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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"We've had 10+ tutors in our home over the course of 4 years, ranging from foreign language to chemistry to ACT, and all have been outstanding, but no one compares to Julia when it comes to preparation for a...
Reviewed by Holly C.
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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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 worked with our family for nearly 3 years on an as needed basis. My son loved her and still asks about her. She was always dependable and had a warm and sweet way with our little boy. She always made sure...
Reviewed by Anna B.
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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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"Excellent person. Hardworking and cheerful. Punctual and very respectful."
Reviewed by Kenny G.
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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.
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.
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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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"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 recommend her for tutoring even if it was for a few sessions."
Reviewed by Daphne G.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Shawnee, KS
Danielle M.
5.0
Danielle is amazing! She watched our 2 year old toddler while I was on maternity leave with our newborn. We were immediately comfortable with Danielle and knew our daughter was in good hands. She had so much fun with Danielle and her family. I highly recommend Danielle!
- Alley P.
Desirae A.
5.0
Desirae watched our son when I had to go back to work and he was 5 months old. To say I was nervous is an understatement. We had never had anyone else watch our son and both my husband and I grew up with our grandparents as sitters so we had never used a care service in any way. The fact that we...
- Katie T.
Katie M.
5.0
Katie is a wonderful person with great morals and just a joy to be around! My girls love being able to spend time with her and I trust her completely.
- Blaise D.
Deann Q.
5.0
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 with the her while she was here!
- Natalie N.
Onie B.
5.0
She was a hard worker & really helped me out I struggling when Ms.Brown started now I am doing so much better she really made everything alot easier
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Shawnee, KS
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Shawnee, KS?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Shawnee, KS on Care.com will cost an average of $14.64 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 Shawnee, KS?
Care.com currently has 11 reading tutors in Shawnee, KS. You can search for candidates by their distance from Shawnee 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 Shawnee that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Shawnee, 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 Shawnee 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 Shawnee, KS?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Shawnee, 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 Shawnee, 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.
Ratings for Shawnee, KS reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Shawnee, KS are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.