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60 reading tutors are listed in Lees Summit, MO
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Lees Summit, MO
5.0
(1)
I worked as a bilingual literacy educator for 5 years and college level writing instructor for 2. I also have 3 additional years of one on one tutoring experience and 3 years of elementary level teaching. I speak Spanish and can help you improve your English or Spanish at any level! I hold a Master's of Arts in Teaching English...
5.0
"You can always count on Melony to be prepared, organized and knowledgeable on any subject that is being taught.
She has a heart for children and has wanted to teach as young as 5 years of age when she was in kindergarten.
She is soft spoken, kind, gentle and very...
Mariette C.
Jordan C.
Lees Summit, MO
$20-25/hr
I have worked as a tutor/teacher for the last 5 years. I was a teacher in China for children who are ages 2-17. I currently work for an adoption agency tutoring children who are working from home during this pandemic
Ashley B.
Lees Summit, MO
$10-20/hr
I have mainly just helped siblings and kids that I was babysitting with homework, but I am in school for education and am willing to help your kiddos!
Hi! My name is Bailey and I am looking for part-time work as a tutor while I am in college! I have over a year of classroom experience as well as have experience working with ESL and Special Education students. I am really looking to work with elementary aged students and be there to supplement their learning throughout the...
Hello! My name is Kristin! I am a stay at home mama who used to be a full time 4th and 3rd grade teacher! I have always had a loved for kids! I started babysitting at 14 years old and that led into me wanting to become a teacher! I absolutely loved teaching and helping kids become the best they can be & feel confident doing so!
Joelle H.
Lees Summit, MO
$10-20/hr
I currently serve as a volunteer for the HIKE Reading Program, serving as a reading coach, and have been doing so for 6 months. I can effectively tutor for any subject in elementary education, and can tutor for language/English, History, Social Studies, Geography, and any type of writing class for middle school and beyond.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 10 and am in my 30's now! I have taught theater to children for many years and am currently teaching kids reading skills remotely.
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and creative!
I love working with kids because they're just trying to figure out this world we live in! I love helping them explore the world around them and how they fit into it.
In a childcare capacity, I have experience from newborn (I did overnights so mom and dad could...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have experience working with children of all ages. I started working with kids when I was 16 babysitting some of the kids in my neighborhood. I have since nannied, worked at an early child care center for six years and currently teach Pre School. I also have worked at summer camps and student taught at the elementary level. I...
Ann can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I started working with kids in high school when I tutored 1st graders with their reading. That summer, I served as a camp counselor and worked with older elementary and middle schoolers. I have two younger cousins that are four and seven, and I love playing with them. We come up with pretend games, we color, we read, and they...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maria Ana A.
Lees Summit, MO
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Consider Myself A Dynamic, Happy, Sociable, Honest And Very Hard-working Person.
I'd describe my personality as A happy, helpful, collaborative, didactic, outgoing and friendly person.
I like working with kids because I consider that they are the joy of society, I like to teach and give them all my knowledge through games and attention.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to create a long-term...
Jessica J.
Lees Summit, MO
$16/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My Name is Jessica. I am a mother of 3 teens. I also have my child care in the Missouri and Kansas. I was a nanny previously for 5 years and decided to go back to work in my field of computers. Now that I have my licenses for childcare. I want to go back to my passion kids. I love to read and go for walks. I am big on education....
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently in university to be a teacher. I am majoring in elementary education and getting a minor in special education and am set to graduate in 2024. In my free time I enjoy reading, crocheting, and ice skating. I have a few years of child care and tutoring under my belt from shadowing classrooms and babysitting. I love...
Chelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Chelsea was a pleasure and our son loved her! I'd absolutely recommend her."
Lindsay M.
Shanice W.
Kansas City, MO
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
International Teacher With Several Years Of Experience
5.0
(4)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for stopping by my profile. I am a 32-year-old international teacher with several years of babysitting/child care experience. I have a degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Special Education. I have experience with children from infants to teenagers. I have my own transportation and I...
Shanice can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shanice was simply the best. Our daughter absolutely adored her from the second she walked in the door and Shanice quickly and professionally absorbed all the facts I threw out at her about feeding, naps and everything else related to watching our toddler from day...
Janeane T.
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Amelia, I'm 28, and mom to a wonderful 14-month-old boy B. I have been a nanny for most of my life since I was 15. I took a break when I had my baby.
I was hoping to find the right family who needed care 2-3 days a week, between Monday-Thursday, and was alright with me bringing B with me to their home.
I...
Amelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amelia's interactions with my kids were wonderful. She attended to them in a caring and genuine way. She asked questions, played imaginary games, and played with their toys with them on their level. We would consider having Amelia watch our kids anytime!"
Jennifer 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & 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.
Sarah T.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Nanny, Certified Teacher, Master's In Special Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
During undergraduate and graduate school, I nannied full time for 3 different families (2 with newborns) throughout at 5 year period. I've been an educator for 15 years, teaching every grade, PreK-12th. I have been CPR certified multiple times in the past and have completed student crisis intervention trainings 6 times. I have a...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
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
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Lees Summit, MO
Melony S.
5.0
You can always count on Melony to be prepared, organized and knowledgeable on any subject that is being taught.
She has a heart for children and has wanted to teach as young as 5 years of age when she was in kindergarten.
She is soft spoken, kind, gentle and very patient.
She corrects her...
- Mariette C.
Chelsea K.
5.0
Chelsea was a pleasure and our son loved her! I'd absolutely recommend her.
- Lindsay M.
Shanice W.
5.0
Ms. Shanice is AMAZING! If I can give her 100 stars, I would. She helped us with our very energetic 2 year old son and he clicked with her immediately. It usually takes him some time to warm up to new people and he is definitely a mommy and daddy boy, but when he was able to bond with her...
- Jasmine B.
Amelia F.
5.0
Amelia cared for our twins and older sibling with ease. She was punctual, reliable, and professional. We got to know her at our local pool and I saw how she engaged with kids. She is always smiling and she goes-with-the-flow showing her laid back nature. The next year we saw her at the pool as a...
- Kelly 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.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Lees Summit, MO
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Lees Summit, MO?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Lees Summit, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $17.25 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 Lees Summit, MO?
Care.com currently has 12 reading tutors in Lees Summit, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Lees Summit 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 Lees Summit that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Lees Summit, 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 Lees Summit 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 Lees Summit, MO?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Lees Summit, 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 Lees Summit, 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.