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I was a Big Sister to a 9-year-old girl and a 7-year-old boy in a local elementary school. I tutored them in reading. I enjoyed seeing their progress from week to week. I am a firm believer that teaching a child to read is the key to how they learn now and in their future. Children learn faster when they excel in reading. They...
I am currently an undergraduate student at Southeastern University located in Lakeland Florida, and I am studying Legal Studies with a minor in Pre-Law. I specialize in English, Economics, College Application Essay Writing, Essay Editing, Language Arts, Government, Debate, Political Science, Writing and Grammar, World History,...
I have experience tutoring in several capacities. First, as a soon-to-be Elementary teacher, I have worked as a teacher's aide in several classrooms. Second, as a nanny, I have worked with several students one on one with their homework and classroom projects. So far, I have worked with students ages Kindergarten to Fourth...
Graduated with honors with my bachelors of science in Psychology and Communications. I am pursuing my PhD in Psychology this upcoming fall. I have plenty of experience tutoring and caring for children of various ages and backgrounds. I was a camp coordinator for 3 years and worked with parents to create the best plan for their...
Kenisha M.
Lakeland, FL
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Experienced Medical Assistant Grad and Continuing Nursing Student Available on a Full-Time Set Schedule
I am a recent Medical Assistant graduate as of May 2009. I love math with a passion. I am also in the LPN program trying to continue on to ultimately get into the RN program and later become a Pediatric doctor.
I have been teaching elementary students for 15 years. I have 2 under 2 now so I need something that is part time and also very flexible right now. I am looking to help children, preferably elementary age who struggle in a certain academic area or want to advance their learning and one on one help is ideal and extremely...
Kaylea B.
Lakeland, FL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I have much experience with tutoring and have great success with connecting with the students and helping them understand and be confident in their knowledge. I have been tutoring since about seventh grade and I am now a junior in college and continue to tutor whenever I have the opportunity. I am very passionate about...
Mary F.
Lakeland, FL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Mary! I am going into my third year of teaching at Polk County Public Schools! I went to Southeastern here in Lakeland and loved every bit of it! I have a huge passion for active and hands on play with children. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families with varying number of children and varying ages from 4months...
I have 8 years of experience in the elementary school . I can help with Special Education(I've been doing ESE for 8 years now)
Ayesha H.
Lakeland, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience, I'm enthusiastic about nurturing the growth and development of children. My passion for fostering their well-being stems from my professional role as a PreK teacher where I discovered the joy of positively impacting young lives. Patience, creativity, and...
Ayesha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I am an active, fun, and outgoing teen who would love to not only care for your children but be their friend. I have an associates degree and after the summer I will be pursuing my bachelors degree as a triple major at Stetson University. I have worked as a tutor at Kumon math and Reading Center teaching math and reading skills...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Brittni! I've been a registered nurse for the past 10 years with five+ years of pediatric hematology/oncology experience. I have worked kids of all ages, from newborns to teenagers/young adults. Although parenting styles and techniques differ from family to family, I will gladly work with parents/caregivers to provide...
Brittni can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, nurturing, and kind.
I like working with kids because we have so much fun together! Let it be crafts, hanging out outside, or simply letting children run wild with their imagination. It's all so exciting!
I'm looking for a job that is flexible, and consistent.
I started working...
Davia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Heather O.
Lakeland, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired social worker and former stay-at-home mom of four grown children (3 military boys and a girl, ages 21-30) who loves nurturing and teaching children. I was a stay-at-home mom for 15 years and obtained a BA in Criminology from USF during this time. I don't smoke and have reliable, safe transportation. I've logged hundreds...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Marines C.
Lakeland, FL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 children of my own. Oldest is 18 and youngest is 8. I am looking for work and love caring for children including my own. I am a children's book author and illustrator as well. I am CPR certified. I love painting and drawing and reading with children. I believe in practicing gentle ways of redirecting when children get...
Marines can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Emily and I cannot wait to meet you! I am currently a kindergarten teacher starting my 3rd year of teaching. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education with reading and ESOL endorsements. Before I started teaching, I volunteered many years in my church's nursery. In addition, I worked at a local...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Funny very friendly and always happy
I like working with kids because I love making them happy and watching them grow up to be good adults and feel loved and always happy . If children know someone is proud of them they will always have high self esteem.
I'm looking for a job that appreciates a great sitter/nanny and treats...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Mackenzie J.
Lakeland, FL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as out going
I started working with kids when I was 15 years old and started out at a nanny, I have since worked and been a lead teacher at preschools for ages from infants to 5 years old.
In my spare time, I like to paint, go running, and read!
I've loved and played with children my entire life. On the 39-year-old male that takes children very very seriously and would make sure they are safe and to put their lives before my own. I'm CPR certified so in case I'm in a emergency I could save their lives. I have years of experience playing with children making children...
Marcos can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Rafaela, I'm from Ecuador, I'm 25 years old, I was studying psychology for children for 3 years, in those years I had internships in schools and high schools, I was assistant to teachers and psychologists, then I was in a children's hospital with cancer, I helped them with school, they had their school in the...
Rafaela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Lakeland, FL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Lakeland, FL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Lakeland, FL on Care.com will cost an average of $16.17 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 Lakeland, FL?
Care.com currently has 23 reading tutors in Lakeland, FL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Lakeland 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 Lakeland that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Lakeland, FL?
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 Lakeland 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 Lakeland, FL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Lakeland, FL, 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 Lakeland, FL 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.