Find Trusted Reading Tutors Near Me in Detroit, MI
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Find reading tutors in Detroit, MI that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Detroit, MI
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Detroit, MI
I am an empty nester who currently works as a 2nd grade Academic Interventionist for the Detroit district. I love literacy and students and it warms my heart to help young people discover the world thru reading. I am Orton Gillingham certified in Phonics First and have a flair for interactive reading creativity.
5.0
(6)
Hi, My name is Dionna I am 24. I am a college graduate from Eastern Michigan University I have a bachelor's in Social Work! I am currently a Middle School Teacher at a Charter School in Harper Woods, Michigan. I have experience in teaching Math, Technology, and English!
I have professional references from professors, staff at...
5.0
"Thanks to a Dionna my son is reading at 3rd grade level instead of 1st grade level. He has so much fun with her and her lessons are already planned out and even fun for me to enjoy. I love it!!!"
Patrice R.
I first do assessment on the child to see what area they need more help on than others. Then I make a plan based on the scoring, that will help your child to further the skills or get to a normal range. Tutoring available. My job experience and educational background qualify me to work with children between 6 weeks to 8 years...
I'm a motivated and endearing college student aiming to help your children learn effectively during the pandemic. My areas of focus are English and Spanish, but I can help organize and complete tasks in any other basic subjects. I am a 4. 0 student with Honors, best English and Spanish in my graduating class, and experienced in...
I am a high school teacher and have experience tutoring children ages 7 through 17. I find it incredibly rewarding working with children and helping them learn and watching them grow. I try my best to approach tutoring with patience, kindness, understanding and respect in order to foster an engaging, creative, and safe...
I have a Masters in Education from U of M and have been an elementary classroom teacher for three years. Prior to that, I was a tutor throughout the Detroit school district for middle schoolers. I work with ESL students as well as students with various types of backgrounds and learning needs.
Katelynn A.
Detroit, MI
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a student attending university for elementary education. While I am finishing up my bachelor's degree I would love to help students in their education journey. I feel I am well equipped in teaching students the material as it is what I'm going to school for. I have 1 year of tutoring experience. I also can help with basic...
Raegan K.
Detroit, MI
$15-20/hr
Hello! My name is Raegan and I am a college student in the Kalamazoo area. Throughout highschool I provided tutoring services through L. I. F. T. I have also done tutoring with my littles with the organization Big Brother Big Sister. I love kids and love being able to help them understand new concepts. Feel free to reach out to...
Hi there! My name is Camille, I attend Rice University, and I am an all around private tutor. My favorite subjects to teach are English and Chinese. I also enjoy tutoring in Algebra, History, Writing, and Foreign Languages (French, Hebrew, Spanish). I originally started volunteering as a tutor in low income schools and founded a...
I have been working at a charter school in the South Bronx for the past 7 years. My first 6 years were as a 2nd grade teacher and this past year I worked as a dean of students. I also tutored 3rd-5th graders to help prepare them for the New York State assessments for 3 years. I received my bachelors degree from Niagara...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have tutored throughout high school and college and beyond, and I served with City Year Detroit in a 4th grade classroom, also assisting with tutoring middle school students. I am comfortable tutoring all general ed subjects, and in the past I have specialized in English/Language Arts, Spanish, science (biology), and math...
I have tutored my peers and younger children all through middle school and high school. It is such a passion of mine because I love to educate other people. I love watching other people succeed and build confidence in subject areas. I even learn myself when I tutor, which also builds my confidence.
I am currently working towards a Food Science and Nutrition science major. I have completed an associates degree in applied science. I have helped tutor from ages 10-15 years.
My name is Bria, Director and Tutor for Blackmon Tutoring. While I am a personal tutor and nanny, our company has a wide range of tutoring subjects and experienced or college graduated professional tutors for every single subject.
Carissa W.
Detroit, MI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced English As A Second/Foreign Language Teacher/Tutor
My professional background includes over 15 years teaching English as a foreign language to students of all ages, nationalities, and backgrounds, both overseas and here in the USA. I know exactly how it feels to learn another language and how challenging yet rewarding it can be. Additionally, I have over a decade of experience...
Hi! My name is Ashley and I have a passion for learning and education . My primary skill set is Science (K-12) with biology focus , but open to all subjects.
Heaven A.
Detroit, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a great deal of experience babysitting and tutoring. I have worked with children with special needs such as autism, and have tutored in ESL, basic reading, writing, math, and science. Some of the activities I love to do with kids are telling stories, arts and crafts, and dance parties! I have also been extremely...
Heaven can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Heavenlee cared for my two boys for a few years, and we could not have been happier. She was always on time, high energy, and happy to work with our family. She made sure the boys were entertained, active, and most importantly, safe. I highly recommend Heavenlee to...
Monique S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an Ann Arbor native with over 25 years of experience as a childcare provider, both as a school teacher and a camp counselor. I am certified to teach English as a Second/Foreign language. I lived in China for 13 years and can also speak, read, and write Mandarin Chinese. Currently I am finishing a children's book series, so...
Carissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carissa is a kind and thoughtful caregiver. She did not have a ton of professional experience watching very little (less than 3m) baby but she did a wonderful job and learned quickly. She has an easy way about her and was flexible to meld in with my household. She...
Rebecca C.
Kathleen F.
Detroit, MI
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for over 20 years. I am also a trained birth and postpartum doula/infant care specialist with an extra focus on twins. In addition to child care, which is always first and foremost, I assist with general house chores, making family meals, dishes, laundry, running errands, caring for pets, driving to and from...
Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kathleen made herself available almost last minute for us when we were in a bind"
Johanna C.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had babysitting jobs for multiple families over the past 6 years with children including daytime and evenings. I volunteered at elementary schools for two years as a reading buddy working with students on reading fluency and comprehension. I volunteered at a school for students with cognitive and physical impairments for...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Detroit, MI
Dionna D.
5.0
Thanks to a Dionna my son is reading at 3rd grade level instead of 1st grade level. He has so much fun with her and her lessons are already planned out and even fun for me to enjoy. I love it!!!
- Patrice R.
Heaven A.
5.0
Heavenlee cared for my two boys for a few years, and we could not have been happier. She was always on time, high energy, and happy to work with our family. She made sure the boys were entertained, active, and most importantly, safe. I highly recommend Heavenlee to anyone looking for a fun and...
- Monique S.
Carissa W.
5.0
We feel truly lucky to have worked with Carissa as nanny for our infant. She is professional, and full of positive energy and kindness. She is always punctual and communicative. Carissa continuously came up with new activities that are well-suited to our baby's development. We couldn't have asked...
- Rita H.
Kathleen F.
5.0
Kathleen made herself available almost last minute for us when we were in a bind
- Johanna C.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Detroit, MI
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Detroit, MI?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Detroit, MI on Care.com will cost an average of $19.33 per hour as of April 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 Detroit, MI?
Care.com currently has 36 reading tutors in Detroit, MI. You can search for candidates by their distance from Detroit 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 Detroit that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Detroit, MI?
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 Detroit 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 Detroit, MI?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Detroit, MI, 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 Detroit, MI 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 Detroit, MI reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Detroit, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.