Find Trusted Reading Tutors Near Me in Buckner, MO
We have 60 reading tutors in Buckner, MO! Compare and hire the best reading tutor to fit your needs.
How it works
Share details about your reading tutor needs
Match with highly rated local reading tutors near you
Compare reading tutor options and choose the best fit
Reading tutors in Buckner, MO
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I love crafting and being outside! Reading is a passion of mine. I have a degree in Early Education and Early Special Education and will be going for my Masters in Autism. I do have my substitute certification to teach in MO and am working on my...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently in university to be a teacher. I am majoring in elementary education and getting a minor in special education and am set to graduate in 2024. In my free time I enjoy reading, crocheting, and ice skating. I have a few years of child care and tutoring under my belt from shadowing classrooms and babysitting. I love...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Chelsea was a pleasure and our son loved her! I'd absolutely recommend her."
Lindsay M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I've always loved kiddos, I spent my summers growing up babysitting my 3 little brothers, teaching them to read and learn math. I've worked at 2 different daycares , and also started college to major in elementary education. I recently just had my own baby girl, and couldn't be more grateful for her. I'd love the opportunity...
Naudya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very well pleased with her , would recommend and would hire again . "
Anthony H.
Casey L.
Independence, MO
$15-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Licensed Teacher Looking for Full-Time Summer Position
4.6
(8)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am a 35-year-old former teacher looking to obtain new experiences working with families in the Kansas City area. As a former licensed teacher, I have worked at the preschool, kindergarten and first grade levels. I enjoy reading and teaching children to read. I believe reading each day will only enhance our overall knowledge...
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Casey has been a blessing! We could not ask for someone who is more dependable, organized, accountable and helpful. She goes out of her way to make sure the kids are taken care of, keeps open lines of communication, and plans for schedule changes well in advance....
Christina B.
Sydney C.
Blue Springs, MO
$20-35/hr
I've never been a private tutor, but I did very well in school and did A+ tutoring for 2 years in high school. I am also a substitute teacher in a school district. My goal is to get my certification to teach when I graduate college.
I'm a reading interventionist in KCPS. I primarily work with K-6th grade students on foundational skills (phonological awareness, and phonics, high frequency words). I'm Lexia LETRS certified (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling). I've successfully helped students quickly bridge learning gaps to meet...
Mya H.
Blue Springs, MO
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Mya. I Have Worked With Kids For About 2 Years. I Love Working Kids!
I'd describe my personality as bright, kind, and creative.
I like working with kids because they are our future. They are smart and kind. They have the most interesting conversations about what they love. Being around them can teach you many lessons.
I'm looking for a job that has a nice but organized employer. A safe...
Mya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Scarlett P.
Blue Springs, MO
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Scarlett. I graduated from UMKC with a degree to teach high school English. For the past eight years I have worked in a variety of schools within the Blue Springs and Lee's Summit School District. I've worked with all ages, and I taught High School English for three years. While in college, I provided before and after...
Scarlett can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Payton H.
Oak Grove, MO
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Care for children age ranges new born up to 14 years old for multiple families.
Help make lunch and dinner for kids.
Help when needed with bath time for younger children.
Create playtime activities including crafts, games, indoor and outdoor play, and swimming.
Help pickup the house prior to parent arrival.
Get children...
1.0
(1)
I am a fun, outgoing, loving, well-experienced baby sitter. I have played collegiate volleyball and love all sports. I am a certified swim instructor and love teaching kids how to swim. I have babysat for my 4th grade teacher and her 4 children for 5 years. I love playing games, reading books and making crafts with kids. I moved...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Deanna, and I have more than 15 years of experience working with kids ages 0 to 18. I have my child development associates degree, a bachelors degree in elementary education with a major in reading and working on my masters degree and non-for profit management. I have previously been a teacher, and for the last 10...
Deanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ariannah M.
Grain Valley, MO
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Providing Quality Care As Well As Creating A Nurturing, Safe, And Fun Environment For Children
My combined 8+ years of training and experience teaching dance as well as pre-school is one of the many things that qualify me to be an outstanding care-giver for your children! I can promise and ensure that I will provide activities that include art, movement, math, reading, and fundamental tasks! I am passionate about the...
Ariannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as loving, outgoing, and trustworthy.
I like working with kids because children are a gift. They teach us so many things about ourselves and the things around us. Children keep us youthful.
I'm looking for a job that is rewarding, and can offer joy and excitement each day.
I started working with...
Previous experience in bilingual Spanish/English classroom setting. Have also tutored kids in reading. I am patient and encouraging with young children, helping them believe in themselves and what they can accomplish.
I cannot work in homes with cats, as I am highly allergic. All dogs are usually okay.
I have three grown children and fve grandkids. I love kids of all ages and previously worked as a full-time bilingual substitute teacher.
Debora can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Shene (pronounced like Jenna but with a "sh" instead of the j). In my free time, I love to garden, read, watch movies, and spend time with my family which consists of my husband, my parents, two sisters and a brother who I helped raise. My niece and nephew are the light of my life and I love to spend time with them as...
Shene can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Shene babysat my two children (2 and 5) for a few hours and they absolutely loved her! They keep asking when they’ll get to hangout with her again. Will definitely be using her for all our babysitting and nannying needs in the future. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I worked as a bilingual literacy educator for 5 years and college level writing instructor for 2. I also have 3 additional years of one on one tutoring experience and 3 years of elementary level teaching. I speak Spanish and can help you improve your English or Spanish at any level! I hold a Master's of Arts in Teaching English...
5.0
"You can always count on Melony to be prepared, organized and knowledgeable on any subject that is being taught.
She has a heart for children and has wanted to teach as young as 5 years of age when she was in kindergarten.
She is soft spoken, kind, gentle and very...
Mariette C.
Wendy W.
Kansas City, MO
$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for the past 33 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I also have tutoring experience. I have been tutoring children in reading and math for the past two years.
Wendy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wendy has been the nanny to our 2 year old daughter since she was 9 weeks old. We are blessed to have her. She is loving and reliable. It is clear that her background is in education as she had our daughter counting to 10 and doing some abc's when she was 18 months...
Shannon L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as lovable, energetic, fun
I like working with kids because they teach you things you never thought about before and I like showing them how to expand there world
I'm looking for a job that can pay 20$/an hour. kids age doesn't matter to me. understanding of my schedule and life's complications
I...
Camille can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She arrived early so we could show her our home and watch her interact with the kids. She was very sweet and kind and updated us throughout the night. My kiddos all LOVED her and asked her to be their forever babysitter. I would definitely book Camille again. "
Care member
Jill L.
Kansas City, MO
$15-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very dependable, hardworking, and caring person. I've worked with children ages 0-15. I am currently a preschool teacher for ages 4-5. I worked with middle school students for two year before that. In my free time I like to paint, read, and go to new places. When I am babysitting I like to have fun engaging...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We were in town for the football game and Jill was amazing with my 4 year old son. She is very friendly, reliable, and flexible. She kept him safe and happy while we were gone. I cannot say enough good things about her, truly grateful that I felt my son was safe...
Stacie B.
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent reading tutor reviews in Buckner, MO
Chelsea K.
5.0
Chelsea was a pleasure and our son loved her! I'd absolutely recommend her.
- Lindsay M.
Naudya W.
5.0
Very well pleased with her , would recommend and would hire again .
- Anthony H.
Casey L.
5.0
Casey is a fantastic person and caregiver. She is very organized and knows just how to handle my wild child. He absolutely has a blast with her. She goes way above my expectations and offers me advice that has helped at home, which is much appreciated for a single dad. We both trust and enjoy her....
- Josh L.
Shene S.
5.0
Shene babysat my two children (2 and 5) for a few hours and they absolutely loved her! They keep asking when they’ll get to hangout with her again. Will definitely be using her for all our babysitting and nannying needs in the future.
- Care member
Melony S.
5.0
You can always count on Melony to be prepared, organized and knowledgeable on any subject that is being taught.
She has a heart for children and has wanted to teach as young as 5 years of age when she was in kindergarten.
She is soft spoken, kind, gentle and very patient.
She corrects her...
- Mariette C.
Additional Reading Tutor Services
Reading Tutor Articles
How to help your child retain information: Tips from the pros
January 14th, 2022 While some kids can remember an entire vocabulary word list without a problem, other kids struggle to remember a handful of definitions. For the kids in the... Read more
10 must-dos before having the nanny or sitter drive the kids
June 30th, 2023 Hiring a babysitter or nanny who can help drive the kids around can be a serious benefit to busy families. In addition to helping you tick items off your to... Read more
What age can kids stay home alone?
June 26th, 2023 Being able to leave your child home alone is an exciting milestone. Independence! Freedom — for all! But it can also be nerve-wracking. The potential for th... Read more
After-school transportation: What’s included and how much it costs
July 5th, 2023 It’s 3 p.m., your son needs to go to swim lessons and your daughter has to get to soccer practice — but you and your partner don’t get off work for two more... Read more
The best sports for kids — and how to find the right one for your child
September 15th, 2022 Physical activity is crucial for kids. Getting one or more hours of physical activity per day, as recommended by the ... Read more
FAQs for finding reading tutors in Buckner, MO
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Buckner, MO?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Buckner, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of June 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 Buckner, MO?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Buckner, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Buckner 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 Buckner that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Buckner, MO?
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 Buckner 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 Buckner, MO?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Buckner, 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.
What types of reading tutors near me in Buckner, MO 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.