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71 reading tutors are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in Grand Rapids, MI
I am an elementary education major with a focus in language arts and English as a second language. I have tutored students ranging from elementary age to high school and have experience tutoring in all subjects. I love working with students and would love to help out your family!
Mckenzie S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25-150/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there, I am a seasoned tutor, mentor, assistant, caregiver, of 8 years. I received my Bachelors from Western Michigan University and am working on LMT license. I use gentle but firm approaches in my teaching in order to gain trust and respect from my student. I provide alternative ways of thinking and finding answers. I come...
Hello! :) My name is Katherine, but you can call me Katie. I am a graduate of Grand Valley State University with a degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology. Currently I run a before and after school Boys and Girls Club program. Previously I worked at Bashor Children's Home and Build-A-Bear so I have experience working with ALL...
I mostly help my younger neighbors and the kids at my church; this was for free. I just enjoy helping kids. I was also a part of a program at my school through Big Brothers Big Sisters, called Bog Futures.
I have three years of experience tutoring elementary level students in English. Similarly, I have three years of experience teaching in the elementary classroom. I have teaching experience in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 3rd grade. Therefore, I have an understanding of what standards students are expected to meet. As well as,...
Sam offers a safe and healthy environment for your student to grow! With a bachelor's in Biology and Women and Gender Studies from Grand Valley State University, Sam's goal is to brighten each student's day with one on one and personalized tutoring with special attention to the natural world around us. Student's and parents can...
Currently a mathematics major in college and have volunteered at school after-school tutoring programs. Proficient in early math, Algebra, pre-calculus, and calculus. Can also help with English, grammar, writing, and literature, but I'm not quite as experienced in tutoring in these subjects.
Hi :) I'm seeking a part-time work as a tutor/sitter. I love children and working with students to help them accomplish their goals. I have a strong biology and psychology background, but I also have experience tutoring in math, chemistry, Spanish, and other courses. I have worked as a summer tutor at local community colleges'...
My name is Becky and I am 19 years old. I am currently attending college for English Elementary Education and feel very passionate about teaching. If you need a summer tutor for your child then I am your gal! I worked for an entire semester twice a week, two hours with two students one on one. I feel comfortable tutoring any...
Quinn M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there, my name is Quinn! I going into my third year at Santa Clara University, majoring in finance. I would love to help out as much as I can this summer with tutoring. With the corona outbreak I would be more than happy to online chat or meet in person.
I have experience tutoring my younger brother, cousins, and friends. I...
Briana K.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
4+ years of teaching and tutoring experience with a variety of ages from 4-18+. I am a certified teacher and have experience teaching all subjects as well as English as a second language.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Mackenzie! I am currently a part time executive assistant as I finish up my Masters degree in Business Administration. I also have a degree in Elementary Education, and Child Development. I have 2 + years working in public schools as a general education teacher. Similarly, I have been working in child care jobs...
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was phenomenal. Our child was very pleased & thoroughly enjoyed his time with her. She has been hired by us multiple times & will absolutely be hired again"
Dion G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for reading my profile! I am a patient, affectionate, fun and reliable person with 4 years of experience in babysitting. I am also a mum and an aunt to 6 nieces and nephews whom I've had the experience of taking care of tutoring, storytelling, teaching art and cursive writing! I genuinely love kids, and enjoy seeing...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caring happy person who is good with children. My now 16 month son was quite comfortable. My 9 year old nephew thought she was a friend. Highly recommended!"
Joyce A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kaitlyn.
I was born and raised in Grand Rapids, MI and I am a full time musician. I love to learn, challenge myself, read, write, drink tea, bake, climb trees, travel, dance (even in rain), run, bike, eat sushi, and love the people around me. I am very down to earth, very active, and laugh a lot!
Why Child...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids love Kaitlyn! She is fun loving and creative, ready to bake or make music at a moments notice. Kind, considerate and responsible. I highly recommend Kaitlyn."
Andrew N.
Delaney H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Fun-loving Babysitter Willing To Work Around Schedules
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I started off babysitting for family and friends at about 13 years old and since then I have expanded to anyone in need of a caregiver. I have experience working at a daycare center where I was an assistant teacher for children 3 to 4 years old. At the daycare I enjoyed helping the children with crafts, reading, and...
Delaney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Delaney for a full-time nanny position for our two girls. She showed up to the interview on-time and did a great job. We asked questions around her top 3 responsibilities as a nanny, what she considers a healthy meal, and how she handles discipline...
Annie M.
Emma R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Emma and I am a recent graduate from Grand Valley State University. I have a bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I am CPR and first aid certified and have been working in group child care for the past four years. I am currently searching for a nannying job this summer Monday- Friday. I will be able to start...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved having Emma watch our two children (ages 6 and 2) . She was hands on and caring. You know you find a great sitter when the kids ask for her all the time! We will 100% have her watch them again!"
Mallory J.
August N.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a recent college grad with a handful of younger siblings that I've been taking care of since before I could talk. I have 4 years of experience babysitting/nannying (outside my home), as well as 3 years as a summer camp counselor, and I also tutored throughout highschool and college so I am always on board to help your kids...
August can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
I have worked at a daycare for the past year, and have been a lead teacher there for 3-3. 5-year-old for the past 6 months. I have worked with kids between the ages of 0-8, though I am not as comfortable with infants. Working there has taught me how to provide a nurturing environment for children, physically, cognitively, and...
Annika can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
I'd describe my personality as loving, extroverted, and adaptable. I'm a very social butterfly!
I started working with kids when I was about 15 years old. I have 5 years experience working with children in a professional setting, and 7 years of childcare in total. This includes mentoring, tutoring, babysitting for...
Trista can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Writing and a focus in Chinese language. I went on to spend a year teaching English in China to ages ranging from 3 years old to nearly 17! It taught me so much about education, childcare, and curriculum design. Upon my return home, I've been working in Early Childhood Education with...
Tasman can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Grand Rapids, MI
Mackenzie P.
5.0
We have 2 boys under the age of 3. Mackenzie has been wonderful with both of them and jumped right in with our active 2.5 year old. She is fun but hold him to the rules. We have hired her for long days/nights and she has always been so wonderful and loving with our boys. Our 2.5 year old always asks...
- Darcie W.
Sarah O.
5.0
Caring happy person who is good with children. My now 16 month son was quite comfortable. My 9 year old nephew thought she was a friend. Highly recommended!
- Joyce A.
Kaitlyn Z.
5.0
My kids love Kaitlyn! She is fun loving and creative, ready to bake or make music at a moments notice. Kind, considerate and responsible. I highly recommend Kaitlyn.
- Andrew N.
Delaney H.
5.0
We interviewed Delaney for a full-time nanny position for our two girls. She showed up to the interview on-time and did a great job. We asked questions around her top 3 responsibilities as a nanny, what she considers a healthy meal, and how she handles discipline with children in her care. She...
- Annie M.
Emma R.
5.0
We loved having Emma watch our two children (ages 6 and 2) . She was hands on and caring. You know you find a great sitter when the kids ask for her all the time! We will 100% have her watch them again!
- Mallory J.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Grand Rapids, MI
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Grand Rapids, MI on Care.com will cost an average of $18.62 per hour as of January 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
Care.com currently has 71 reading tutors in Grand Rapids, MI. You can search for candidates by their distance from Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids, MI reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 71 listed reading tutors.