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75 reading tutors are listed in Kansas City, MO
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Kansas City, MO
Growing up I always had a love for children and started by frequently sitting for friends and family for date nights, weekends away, and full time summers watching over children. In college I worked as a preschool teacher and nanny, once I gained my degree in psychology worked in a program with children diagnosed with behavioral...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Brigid A.
Kansas City, MO
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a mother and grandmother. I do childcare from my home only. Having over 30 yrs of childcare experience. I love teaching children how to read/ write and spell their names as well as many other educational and fun activities. I can assure you that your little ones will be safe and happy and will want to come back the next...
Brigid can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Good day! I'm Allisiya and I am an experienced and passionate babysitter with over 5 years of experience caring for children. I am confident that I can provide your child with a positive, safe and fun environment. My experiences combined in child care and my degree gives me a range of knowledge in children.
A little about...
Allisiya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Jensen H.
Kansas City, MO
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am 27 Years Old, I Have Been Working With Children Off And On For The Past Decade.
I'd describe my personality as creative, optimistic, and attentive
I like working with kids because I enjoy giving children a safe space to learn and explore.
I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling and fun and gives me a sense of satisfaction in my ability to teach children
I started working with kids when I was a teenager....
Jensen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Isabel M.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am 22 Years Old And I Truly Love Working With Children And Find It Very Fulfilling Work.
I'd describe my personality as Nurturing, Relatable, Positive
I always loved being a caretaker and teaching. Watching children grow and nurturing the new minds of the world.
I started working with kids when I was young babysitting and when I turned 18, I started working at my first daycare facility.
I am a BIG outdoors...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Rolanda B.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Rolanda. I am 42 years old, a black female. I live in Kansas City Missouri. For the last several years I have been teaching in the Kansas city Missouri School District as a Special Education Teacher, I was laid off last year. Before teaching I worked in the social work field as a caseworker. I have worked with...
Rolanda can also help with: Meal prep
Summer S.
Kansas City, MO
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Summer! I've Been Working With Kids On And Off Since I Was A Kiddo Myself!
I like working with kids because they are like sponges! People often underestimate how observant and smart children are. My experiences going to a Montessori school up until high school and working as a Montessori teacher's assistant have inspired my goal of unlocking the full potential all children possess.
I'm looking for a...
Summer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Leah C.
Kansas City, MO
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Leah. I Am A Special Education Teacher. I Am Patient, Kind And Great Listener!
I love working with kids because it is a great joy to watch kids learn new things and it is so much fun to create fun activities and have them participate! I am very patient with kids with special needs and throughly enjoy helping them be involved in activities!
I'm looking for a job that I can work with babies, toddlers and...
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Grace R.
Kansas City, MO
$24/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Am A Warm, Caring, And Passionate Nanny Looking For A Great Fit For Both Myself And The Family!
My priorities are to create a safe, fun, and warm environment for kiddos to be able to play, explore, and grow! I love connecting with and caring for children and families!
I'd describe my personality as caring, organized, passionate!
I like working with kids because I love fostering great connections with them and watching...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a college student at UCM where I am getting a degree inn Biology with a concentration in Wildlife and Natural Resource Conservation. I have a year of tutoring experience where I tutored in a Spanish class for first year Spanish students. I have 4 years of experience in Spanish. I am most comfortable with teaching Science...
I am a California native who now lives in Kansas City, MO. I attended the University of Pennsylvania attaining a B. A. in comparative literature with a concentration in Russian and English literature. I also completed pre-medicine post baccalaureate courses at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, PA. I have worked as a...
Madison C.
Kansas City, MO
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Interested in:
Multi sensory activities
Speciality in dyslexia students
Fun active activities: math u see
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started being a babysitter in my last year of high school (six years ago) so far. Since day 1, I love being surrounded by children since I feel that I have the patience, affection, and creativity to keep the child always fun, enjoying activities such as crafts, outdoor, helping them to do their homework, reading books, meals...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
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"Very responsible, kind, super positive, and dedicated to her job!"
Katie S.
Megan H.
Kansas City, MO
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm Megan, a friendly, reliable, and energetic babysitter with a passion for working with kids and creating a safe, fun environment. I'm great at keeping up with active little ones and love coming up with creative games and activities. Whether it's helping with homework, playing video games, or reading bedtime...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Makenna S.
Kansas City, MO
$15-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have experience as a nanny for a 16-year-old boy with special needs and as a pre-K teacher assistant. I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician working at a center for behavior therapy for children with autism. I have many years of experience working with children, and I am incredibly passionate about providing a safe,...
Makenna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Kansas City, MO
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Kansas City, MO?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Kansas City, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $20.21 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 Kansas City, MO?
Care.com currently has 75 reading tutors in Kansas City, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Kansas City 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 Kansas City that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Kansas City, 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City, MO?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Kansas City, 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 Kansas City, 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.
Ratings for Kansas City, MO reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Kansas City, MO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 75 listed reading tutors.