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18 reading tutors are listed in Columbia, MO
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in Columbia, MO
Hello! My name is Calissa (Cuh-leh-suh) and I would love to be your tutor! Here's a little info about me!
I have approximately 1 year of tutoring experience through a high school-elementary school program and one private tutoring client. But I do have 16 years of acing classes, studying hard, and test taking and lots of...
I have many years of private education from 1st grade through high school. Now attending university of Missouri, and receiving my psychology degree in 3 years. Graduating in 2024
Hello my name is Veronica, and I'm excited to meet you! A little about me: I am currently a full time student working to get my Masters degree to be a pediatric dietitian, I currently work at University Hospital part time, and I have for the last three years. I babysat regularly in high school, and I am looking to start again as...
I'm a fourth year teaching student at Mizzou with an emphasis in middle and high school education. Teaching is my passion! I have a little bit of experience in the classroom, as well as one-on-one tutoring with family and family friends. I am devoted to catering to children's unique needs. I will help your child achieve their...
Hello all! My name is Brooke, and I'm currently an English major at the University of Missouri. Through a combination of test scores, GPA, and club involvement, I won scholarships and debate competitions to further my educational career- and I can help you, too! In the future I look forward to becoming an English professor to...
I was a volunteer teaching assistant in a first grade classroom for 1 year, providing tutoring and mentorship. I have my bachelors degree in Biology, and am pursuing my PhD in Neuropharmacology. I am also a painter, so art is also one of my fortes. Attention issues are not a worry with me, as I have been a Direct Support...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Aryahna and I'm looking to do some babysitting! I'm 19 and a college student at the University of Missouri - Columbia studying Human Development and Family Science with a focus on Child Life. I have experience babysitting for various families from the age of 12 which became more consistent when I was 14. I've worked...
Aryahna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Madison B.
Columbia, MO
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am currently working as a Classroom Aide for Columbia Public Schools while pursuing my Masters in Elementary Education with a Reading Certificate. I have worked with children ages newborn to 17 over the past eight years. I have experience with multiples, children with special needs, and ELL students. Throughout the years I...
Madison can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Hi! My name is Sophia (Soph), I'm 22 years old, and I'm a Gemini. I have two younger sisters and I have a really, really big family. I like spending time outside, playing games and hanging out, reading, and impromptu dance parties. I also like arts and crafts. Aside from the fun stuff, I am a licensed EMT, I am studying to get a...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ben H.
Columbia, MO
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as happy and determined.
I like working with kids because I didn't have a great role model in my life when I was younger, so I like to be that for other kids.
I started working with kids since I was 18 years old. I have been a sunday school teacher at my local church for over 8 years. for the last...
Ben can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello! I'm Amanda! I have always babysat different families throughout high school. I enjoy being around children and spending time with them doing different activities. I enjoy working out, going on long runs, swimming, reading and writing, arts and crafts and spending time outside. I have experience as a camp counselor over...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
During the summer while in high school, I was a full time nanny for two different families. Working with children from a wide age range, starting at 6 months to 10 years old I have always loved being around kids! At home in Minnesota, I also work at Sea Life Minnesota which is a family attraction where families can come and...
Jazmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
I am looking for a change in my career. I am looking for a full time and possibly part-time position. For the past 10 years I have worked as a special education teacher. I have worked in the severe and profound disabilities. I work with adults Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Huntington's, and dementia. I worked as a childcare teacher...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Taylor, I graduated from Mizzou in December, I studied Natural Resources, I have a deep appreciation for all things nature. Some of my hobbies include, cooking/ baking, reading, and taking my dog with me on hikes/ walks. This summer I assistant director for a kids' camp here in Columbia, and the last two summers I...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lydia C.
Columbia, MO
$23-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brianna C.
Columbia, MO
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Brianna. I am a student at Mizzou earning my degree in early childhood education and I have been caring for children for about 10 years as a babysitter, a before-and-after-school teacher, and as the second oldest of five siblings. I have a lot of experience working with children of all ages and I enjoy caring for...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
I like working with kids because the experience you get from working with kids is something truly special. Being able to guide, teach, support & encourage children through their life challenges, milestones and more is so important and great for developing responsibility & skills within yourself! The kids are also very fun to be...
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Faith D.
Columbia, MO
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
First, I have experience caring for the younger children of my huge family, including siblings and cousins. Last summer, I was a nanny for a family of 4. During that time, I did summer school work with all children, provided transportation to sports, prepared 2 meals a day, as well as provided daily activities to do with the...
Faith can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Columbia, MO
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Columbia, MO?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Columbia, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $15.39 per hour as of March 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.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Columbia, MO?
Care.com currently has 18 reading tutors in Columbia, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Columbia 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 Columbia that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Columbia, 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 Columbia 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 Columbia, MO?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Columbia, 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 Columbia, 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.