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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of four girls who are all grown now and I am looking to care for, love, and snuggle your sweet kiddos! My kids are my proudest accomplishments and I was fortunate enough to stay at home with them for a lot of years. We love sports in our family. My oldest daughter was a competitive gymnast who competed in college...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have 6 kids and I wouldn't trust anyone more with them than Lisa. I have watched how she is with her own children and how well she loves each of mine. She is a blessing to any child or family that she comes across! Love her and can't say enough good things!"
Kristy B.
5.0
(4)
Hi Parents! My Name Is Donesha! Im A Young Energetic Dependable Person! I Lovingly Cooked, Cleaned, Played With, Transported, Educated, And Cared For Children Between The Ages Of 3 Weeks Up To 8 Years Old. Ive Tutored And Assisted Them With Assignments For Subjects Like Math, Science, Reading, Art, And History. Carefully...
Donesha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My name is Nancy. Donesha was fantastic! Kind and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our children activities. Highly recommend!!!"
Nancy B.
5.0
(5)
Hello, I am a mother to four grown children that I homeschooled. So I have lots of practice teaching! I love to read books, play games and do fun activities outside with children. I think most of all being a mom makes me the perfect person for a nanny position. I am caring, loving and understanding. I enjoy cooking and cleaning....
Joy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joy is a kind person by nature. She is even-tempered and well-mannered. She is considerate and organized."
Heather S.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
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 a 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...
4.0
"Very patient and friendly and willing to work through all challenges with my daughter. Amazing so far!"
Merlene D.
Alexis J.
Blue Springs, MO
$14-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lexie. I have 4 years of experience and it has taught me more patience. I can help with light housekeeping and crafts, especially since it is younger kids that I will be watching. I am also willing to help teach the little kids how to read, write, and learn small things like shapes and colors. Thank you all for...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a veteran special educator, specializing in struggling students, I pride myself in helping students become successful. Hold Missouri teaching certification for students with mild-moderate disabilities ages k-12.
Madison P.
Kansas City, MO
$10-25/hr
I tutor for the local elementary and middle schoolers when I was in high school. I have also helped all the children I have babysit with their schoolwork.
Hi! I've been worked as a professional tutor for around 3 years . I excel in English Language Arts and Essay writing, but I'm also great at Math. I previously worked as an elementary teacher as well. I look forward to helping your child succeed!
Andrea S.
Overland Park, KS
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Master's In Elementary Education With 16+ Years Of Teaching Experience
I have a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a master's degree in Special Education. I have taught at the elementary level for 16 years. One of the greatest honors I received while teaching was being named a 2013 Kansas Teacher of the Year nominee. This is my first year not teaching in order to stay home with my two...
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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am certified in elementary education and I hold an M. Ed in Curriculum & Instruction. I began teaching in 2011. My classroom experience ranges from 2nd-8th grade, and I have 7 years as an elementary reading specialist with KCPS. I've completed an IDA certified instructional course on multi-sensory reading instruction...
- Elementary education degree
- 3+ years of teaching experience
- Subjects: elementary math, English, science, social studies, art
- Art certification
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...
Asia P.
Kansas City, MO
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families! My name is Asia I am 25 years old from Kansas City, Missouri. My love for working with children started at 11 with my first babysitting job. I've always looked at myself as a natural nurturer and caregiver I love watching little ones grow and see the growth and how far they come. I have experience in working with...
Asia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Francesca P.
Kansas City, MO
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm looking for an opportunity to offer childcare in my home during the week. I'm a stay at home mom with my two little ones (boy 3, girl 1). I'd describe my personality as easy-going, and optimistic. Our home is calm, safe, clean, nurturing and happy. Most days we play outside in the backyard, read books, play in the playroom,...
Francesca can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Leah W.
Leawood, KS
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love finding creative, new ways to work with kids on concepts they are struggling to learn. I have tutored a couple students over the summer before I went to college but now I have my elementary education license and feel even more prepared!
Michelle T.
Overland Park, KS
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have four children ranging in ages from 25-
30. I have many years of child care experience, and experience with multiples. I also have experience teaching preschool as well as special needs preschool. Many years of volunteering in elementary, middle school and high school. I love reading, music, sports, dancing and the...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I am currently a teacher in Aurora Public Schools with a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and a Master's in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently an English Langauge Arts (reading and writing) teacher at the Middle School level with a Master's of Science in Education. My Master's is in reading and I got it from Northwest Missouri State University in May of 2020. My Bachelors of Arts in Education is from the University of Missouri- Kansas City and was...
Shelby can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nevaeh R.
Independence, MO
$19-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Nevaeh. I'm 22 years old with over 4 years of childcare experience. I currently have an Associate of the Arts, however, I am working towards a degree in Occupational Therapy.
I started working with kids officially in September 2021 when I applied at my current daycare job. I've been babysitting and tutoring...
Nevaeh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Greenwood, MO
Lisa K.
5.0
I have 6 kids and I wouldn't trust anyone more with them than Lisa. I have watched how she is with her own children and how well she loves each of mine. She is a blessing to any child or family that she comes across! Love her and can't say enough good things!
- Kristy B.
Donesha T.
5.0
FABULOUS!!! She is so incredibly professional, polite, engaged, fun and interactive - our LO absolutely thrives with her care!
- Leslie S.
Joy B.
5.0
Joy is a very honest person, very hard working and so kind! Highly recommend!
- Hannah D.
Theresa K.
4.0
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.
- Daphne G.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Greenwood, MO
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Greenwood, MO?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Greenwood, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 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 Greenwood, MO?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Greenwood, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Greenwood 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 Greenwood that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Greenwood, 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 Greenwood 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 Greenwood, MO?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Greenwood, 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 Greenwood, 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.