I'm a retired Special Education teacher and public school speech therapist. I'm a certified teacher in Michigan for 25 years and have a Masters in Learning Disabilities. I've worked with all ages and grades K-12 in various positions. I enjoy working with children and youth to help them reach their potential and provide...
4.0
"Sue Anne is working with my twin second graders to supplement their literacy skills. She is skilled at keeping them on task."
Need help getting your student to complete all the work the district expects? Time management an issue? Kids bored at home all day? Let me help! I am currently teaching reading, writing and math to several elementary age students (Young 5's through 9th). We try to have as much fun as possible with games and active learning. I am...
5.0
"Dawn is such a good tutor. She has taken the time to connect meaningfully with my brother and communicate his progress with us. She is very caring and compassionate, and also professional and organized. She also has a very positive and uplifting energy to her,...
My four years of experience tutoring has been as a building substitute teacher. As an Instructional coach, I specialize in one-to-one tutoring for both special education(ASD) and general education students learning standards at level. For behavior management, my job as a tutor is to reinforce positive ways to support students...
I began tutoring other students when I was in middle school. This continued through high school as well as in college.
I am comfortable tutoring students anywhere from grade k-12.
My primary strengths are the sciences, however, I would be happy and excited about tutoring other subjects as well!
I am a current junior at EMU studying Physics Research. I tutored throughout high school in every subject, and I took every AP class offered including AP Chemistry, AP Literature, AP Calculus, and AP Physics. I love learning and helping, and I believe my strong suit is in helping students learn in a way that is best for THEM.
Hi there! My name's Emma, and I am so excited to work with you! A little about me: I'm an aspiring author, a cat lover (but dogs are great too!), and a weirdly ethusiastic organizer with a passion for people and the language that connects them. I have a BA in Linguistics and another in French, but I'm still young and have a lot...
I'm an instructional specialist with over 15 years combined experience in teaching and instructional design.
I taught English as a Second Language for over 10 years at the university level in the following areas:
Writing
Reading
Grammar
Listening
Speaking
I am happy to work with you in any area you need. My tutoring approach...
I have been tutoring for 6 years. I have helped in all topics for elementary and middle school students. High school Students normally assist in history, literature and some math.
Hi, I'm Ali! I'm a renaissance woman and have broad knowledge in many topics (one day I hope to win Jeopardy!). Subjects include English, writing, Spanish, science, history, social studies, and math (up to college algebra, but including business statistics).
I'm Megan! I am responsible and energetic babysitter/tutor/swim instructor. I have 8+ years of experience caring for and working with children.
-youth swim instructor for the YMCA + City of Jackson (private lessons available!)
-I love all things creative and hands-on (arts, crafts, cooking/baking, science experiments,,...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan was our nanny for the first year of the pandemic. We had a 6yr old girl and twin 4yr olds at the time. She was very punctual and an amazing communicator. She was not distracted by her phone and did not distract kids with screens - she was very active,...
Hello, I'm an energetic grandmother and former teacher with over 30 years of experience with children. I've been a nanny for the past 5 years, caring for children from birth through 4 years of age. Prior to that, I taught elementary school for 17 years and had endorsements in early childhood education, math, and reading. I was a...
Deborah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Debbie was our family's nanny for the past school year (2019 - 2020) and I cannot say enough glowing things about her. From her first interview to her last day with us, she was incredible with my 3 children (ages 4, 2, and not yet 1): engaging, creative, and a...
I have had many experiences with children over many years. I am a mom to 4 grown up children and a grandmother to 5 grandchildren. Additionally, I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education and certification as an early childhood educator. My recent teaching experiences with children have included children from ages 3 to 8...
Gina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gina has worked with young kids her entire life. She is a kind and loving person who will care for your children like they are her own. "
I grew up in a family of 5 children where playing outside with my siblings was a favorite activity. Since I was 13 y. o. I have been involved in managing small groups of young ones who would come over to my family's house to sing and play together. In the years since, I have baby sat for several families including caring for an...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna was amazing with my 1.5 year old daughter! It was my first time using a babysitter, so I was anxious and nervous. But she made me feel better about using babysitter to get a small break for myself. Thank you again for being with my daughter! "
My additional skills include,
Bathing and dressing
Changing diapers and potty-training, if age appropriate
Children's laundry
Planning meals, preparing food, and or feeding the
children
Arranging playdates and outings
Indoor and outdoor play
Educational activities and crafts
driving the children to school, activities, or play...
Lillianna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
I am unavailable until next summer.
I am a certified teacher and have taught Kindergarten and second grade. I have worked in private (Rudolf Steiner School), and public schools in Michigan and was rated highly effective. I enjoy providing structure, routine, and doing fun crafts and projects with children. I can speak Tibetan,...
Tenzin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Hi,
I am a friendly and outgoing student at the University of Michigan where I am studying to be a teacher. I have been working in child care and housekeeping for over 10 years. I have worked for several families long term and have worked with all ages from infants to teenagers and I would love to help you out! I can happily...
Susie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Hello, my name is Grace . I am one of five siblings and am blessed with a beautiful twin sister. Our family does not have cable and growing up my parents wisely encouraged us kids to spend as much time as possible engaged in crafts reading or being outside frolicking in nature. For this reason you will not find me getting...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Hello! My names Ashley, I'm 37 years old. I use to babysit a long time ago. I've also worked at Everbrook Academy as an assistant teacher. I enjoy working with kids bc the energy they have is so amazing, you just never know what they're up too next! When I'm not working, I enjoy reading, kayaking, & relaxing.
I'd describe my...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Ypsilanti, MI
Sue Anne F.
4.0
Sue Anne is working with my twin second graders to supplement their literacy skills. She is skilled at keeping them on task.
- Karen H.
Dawn K.
5.0
Dawn is such a good tutor. She has taken the time to connect meaningfully with my brother and communicate his progress with us. She is very caring and compassionate, and also professional and organized. She also has a very positive and uplifting energy to her, definitely motivates a student to try...
- Alaa J.
Megan M.
5.0
Megan was our nanny for the first year of the pandemic. We had a 6yr old girl and twin 4yr olds at the time. She was very punctual and an amazing communicator. She was not distracted by her phone and did not distract kids with screens - she was very active, engaged, and present nanny. She planned...
- Katrina D.
Deborah D.
5.0
Debbie has looked after our kids for about 4 years, and we have loved having her as our nanny! I believe she is the 'gold standard' for a nanny: she is someone with talent, training, and experience that you can trust completely.
Debbie began working for us when our first child was about 8 months,...
- Alex W.
Gina S.
5.0
Gina has worked with young kids her entire life. She is a kind and loving person who will care for your children like they are her own.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Ypsilanti, MI
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Ypsilanti, MI?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Ypsilanti, MI on Care.com will cost an average of $18.30 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Ypsilanti, MI?
Care.com currently has 27 reading tutors in Ypsilanti, MI. You can search for candidates by their distance from Ypsilanti 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 Ypsilanti that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Ypsilanti, MI?
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 Ypsilanti 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 Ypsilanti, MI?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Ypsilanti, MI, 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 Ypsilanti, MI 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 Ypsilanti, MI reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Ypsilanti, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.