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Payton H.
Oak Grove, MO
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Care for children age ranges new born up to 14 years old for multiple families.
Help make lunch and dinner for kids.
Help when needed with bath time for younger children.
Create playtime activities including crafts, games, indoor and outdoor play, and swimming.
Help pickup the house prior to parent arrival.
Get children...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently hold a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and am working on my Master's. I have several years of childcare experience under my belt and love working with kids! I am also happy to help care for pets and assist with homework as needed. In my free time, I enjoy playing hockey, playing the violin, and reading...
Chelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Scarlett P.
Blue Springs, MO
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Scarlett. I graduated from UMKC with a degree to teach high school English. For the past eight years I have worked in a variety of schools within the Blue Springs and Lee's Summit School District. I've worked with all ages, and I taught High School English for three years. While in college, I provided before and after...
Scarlett can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
1.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
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, meal prep, light cleaning
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...
Sarah H.
Grain Valley, MO
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Sarah. As a mom with a humanities major, I find joy and pride in providing a great childhood to my kids and the kids I care for. We have a balanced day of structure and free play. We have learning and activities and time to play outside. I teach the importance of kindness and skills as well as knowledge. I am...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & 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.
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 also have experience as a part time nanny for two school age children. I was in charge of providing breakfast, lunch, helping with homework,...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I have over 7 years of childcare experience, and currently work as a preschool tutor for the Jumpstart program! In my free time, I like to read, play tennis, and knit. I absolutely love working with kids, and I have decent experience both with cooking as well as light housework! I am CPR/AED certified and a trained lifeguard,...
Adrianne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Karis B.
Pleasant Hill, MO
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello!
I have worked as a lifeguard, a server, a retail worker, and a daycare worker. I have 4 years of experience as a lifeguard and teaching swim lessons. I have 7 months of experience as a daycare worker mostly working with kids ages 2 and 3. I have also worked with ages 3 months through 14 years old from babysitting and...
Karis can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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!
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, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Margaret S.
Kansas City, MO
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as creative, easy going and caring.
I like working with kids because they are fun and see the world in a whole new light. They are exploring and learning in everything they do.
I'm looking for a job that works with children where I can sing, read, do crafts and do various cognitive activities.
I...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Oak Grove, MO
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Oak Grove, MO?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Oak Grove, MO on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 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 Oak Grove, MO?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Oak Grove, MO. You can search for candidates by their distance from Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Oak Grove, 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 Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove, MO?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Oak Grove, 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 Oak Grove, 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.