Hello families! I've always loved working with kids. I started babysitting in high school, was an A+ Tutor, worked as a day camp counselor at a community center, and nannied for a year after graduating from college. I have been a children's librarian for about 3 years. I love spending time with kids, getting into their...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Caring for children has been a large part of my life for over 24 years now. I have worked as either a nanny and babysitter (or both) for close to 30 families, and have volunteered over 450 hours of my time at multiple daycare facilities. I have also previously been employed as an infant teacher at a center here in town. I...
Maggie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maggie worked for us three times during the course of the week that our family was in Milwaukee. Our 2 1/2 year-old daughter, who is generally quite shy with new people, warmed up to her very quickly. We had no problems the entire week and will definitely call...
Hi! My name is Kylee, I am 26 years old, I have my Associate's of Science degree and working to complete my Bachelor's in Education of where I will be graduating this December. I specialize in Reading/ELA, Handwriting, Math, Science, Foreign Languages and History. I adore teaching and I love helping kids reach their academic...
Kylee can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kylee was an amazing hire. She did after school care for my kids. My kids absolutely loved her and miss her dearly. She was great about keeping the house clean when she was here and would make meals for the kids and even extras for me when I worked late. Anyone...
Hi, I'm Brooklyn! I am from Yukon Oklahoma but moved to Lawrence to attend KU. I took a year break at home and am now moving back to Lawrence in August! I have three years of experience in paid childcare work for the OKC Crisis Nursery Center, and multiple unpaid years before that! Most of those years were helping my mom at her...
I recently graduated from KU and I have lots of experience babysitting kids. I consider myself to be responsible, caring, warm, playful and energetic. Some of the services I have provided kids with are preparing meals, play time, homework help, arts and crafts, reading, and bedtime. Let's connect and I'd love to be of service!
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
I have been taking care of children ever since I was a young teen. During my college years, I was a nanny for several families in the Douglas county area. Most of the families had between 2-4 children ranging in age from newborn to early teens. I have a wonderful way with children that parents really appreciate. I believe it is...
Cora can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
I am eager to help as needed in the area of Tutoring.
I have done lots of coaching, training and facilitation in business, organization settings and have a lot of experience working with children. I led a large Elementary Science program. I taught the classes and trained the teachers.
I have worked with students with various...
I am a graduate of Baker University in Elementary Education. I have spent 200+ hours in the classroom assisting and helping prepare at-risk students for the state exams and additional homework help. I utilize new technology that children are familiar with to help them learn concepts they are being taught in the classroom. For...
I am currently working at a daycare part time, I am looking for a full time nanny position that can be live in or live out. I have been babysitting for the past 4 years. I have experience with children from 4 months to 12 years. Working in the daycare has provided me experience caring for multiple little ones at a time. I am an...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Ottawa, KS
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Ottawa, KS?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Ottawa, KS on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 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 Ottawa, KS?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Ottawa, KS. You can search for candidates by their distance from Ottawa 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 Ottawa that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Ottawa, KS?
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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa, KS?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Ottawa, KS, 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 Ottawa, KS 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.