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Becky H.

Former Educator Looking To Tutor K-6

Alachua, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Fully vaccinated, retired teacher and math/science coach for my school district interested in working with elementary-aged students. I'm Nationally Board Certified and I've been Teacher of the Year twice in my school district.
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Jessica A.

Home school Teacher/Tutor Math/English/More, 15 Years Exp.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Certified former high school math teacher and great lover of languages, recently teaching social studies, creative writing, and drama classes at a local school. I've worked with kids and adults of all ages but specialize in ages 8 to 22. I have much experience working w/high-functioning ASD, ADHD, Gifted, and Magnet students. I...

Care Member says "Jessica is an amazing teacher! She is very knowledgeable and is a master in many subjects. She does an excellent job working with students who process...

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Tina F.

Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as patient nurturing, and engaging. I like working with kids because I have a passion for seeing them grow and learn. I want to have a positive impact on that growth and development. I'm looking for a job that will be for the summer months. I am a 1st grade teacher and have the months of June and...
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Brooke F.

A Little Bit About Me.

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi I'm 19 years old, a freshman in college at santa fe studying architecture. I love spending time with kids. I've spent the past two summers working as a camp counselor at camp crystal lake. It has been the best experience of my life and I made amazing memories with so many kids of all ages. I also have a big family and have...
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Camila A.

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! I'm Camila, and I'm passionate about creating safe, fun, and meaningful moments for children. I've been working with children for over 7 years. I have a degree in Theater Education, and back in my home country, I taught kids and teens of all ages. My background in the arts helps me connect with children in creative ways,...
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Genesis M.

Gainesville, FL

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$30/hr
I am a K-6 certified teacher. I have been teaching for 4 years and have been tutoring for 6 years. I have worked with students with learning disabilities. I am also Special Education certified. I can tutor in Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
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Dorothy D.

Dottie D. Remote Learning Tutor

Gainesville, FL

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently working with 2 children Tuesday-Friday assisting with remote learning and homework. In the past, I have tutored highschool peers in ELA and Spanish. During college at UNCW, I tutored fellow students in History, mainly in essay writing. I also assisted my English professor by proof reading essays during class...
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Jenna T.

Gainesville, FL

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jenna, and I am an undergraduate student attending The University of Florida. I began babysitting when I was 15 for family members and helping family friends. Over the last few years, I've babysat children from ages 3 months- 15 years old, and I have a First-Aid/CPR certification. While your kids are with me,...

Yomerys D. says "Jenna is great. She was very sweet and loving with my six months old baby. She didn't mind us working from home. Very respectful and polite."

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Shawna B.

My Top Subjects That I Enjoy Teaching Are Algebra 1 And Geometry. My Major Is A BS In Math.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My favorite part of my job is helping my students grow their love for learning. I am certified to teach math, social studies, and special education. Before graduating from UF, I was a homeschool teacher and private tutor. This year I work in a small school, and provide one on one services along with classroom instruction for 60+...

Care Member says "Not only is Shawna knowledgeable of a vast many subjects and able to tutor on many levels, she is able to continue to reevaluate, adjusting her...

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Cheyenne L.

Flexible Tutor With Experience (math, Science, Reading)

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I've been tutoring at Santa Fe College for 2 years and I have a passion for math and science. I have also worked one-on-one with students from elementary level to college.

Dana A. says "She helped my high school Sophomore in remote tutoring. She was able to push her through lessons, and help her get the material in Geometry, Biology, and...

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Lauren J.

Brooker, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Lauren! I'm a nurturing and dependable nanny with a true passion for supporting children's growth and well-being. As a soon to be mom myself, I deeply understand the importance of providing a safe, loving, and stimulating environment for little ones. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to...

Allison W. says "Lauren was so great with my 9-month-old - he was so happy with Lauren and immediately took to her. She did a great job of following his schedule and got...

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Emma H.

Tutor

Gainesville, FL

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
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Hello, my name is Emma! I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, with endorsements in Reading and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages). I'm also UFLI certified, which means I'm trained in evidence-based strategies for teaching foundational reading skills. I'm passionate about helping students build...
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Evalena S.

Kids

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
I can cook for children/child help with homework play games with them read to them watch even you go to work I can be that nanny you want me to be just name it I can do I have kids myself so ages 10 to 19 so I know about all ages let me help you ease your day
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Danitra M.

Part-Time With A Flexible Schedule Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have been babysitting for the past seven years and have had the opportunity to care for children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. During this time, I have developed a deep understanding of child care, safety, and entertainment. Responsibilities: -Ensured the safety and well-being of children during their...
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Hannah H.

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I am currently a Freshman at the University of Florida!! I am an Applied Physiology and Kinesiology major on a Pre-PT track. I was born and raised in Tampa, FL where I babysat for many families. I have been dancing since I was 3 and I was a math and reading tutor for younger students at Kumon in high school. I have had lots...
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Cynthia H.

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Cindy. I have been married for 27 years. We have two girls, 21 and 23. I have been teaching middle school math for 20 years, and I currently teach with Florida Virtual School, FLVS. I had an at home daycare for about 1 1/2 years. I love children, and I am able to cook and clean. I would love to take care of your...
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Abigail W.

Part-Time Tutor And Educator

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have tutored several peers and young students in math, science, English, and SAT/ACT prep. I am currently minoring in a teaching degree at the University of Florida so I teaching young students every semester during field studies and projects. I have experience making lesson plans, curriculum, and assisting with homework for...
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Julia F.

College Student Tutor For K-12

Gainesville, FL

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I tutored all throughout middle and Highschool. I was the girl that never got below an A so I have a lot of tips and tricks to help for studying as well as an extensive knowledge in many subject areas.
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Emily H.

Great Tutor!

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
I graduated valedictorian from Merritt Island Christian School and just graduated from Southeastern University as an honors scholar. I have experience working with children every summer at the MICS summer camp so I understand that patience is a must :)
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Julia P.

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Julia. I am an energetic babysitter with over four years of experience with kids of many ages. I recently graduated from Yale and am back in Gainesville while I study for law school. I love to work with kids because I learn so much from their creativity and curiosity, so I am more than happy to help them with homework,...
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  • 50 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of July 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Alachua, FL

Reading Tutors in Alachua, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 50 listed reading tutors

Jessica A.

Jessica is an amazing teacher! She is very knowledgeable and is a master in many subjects. She does an excellent job working with students...

- Care member

Jenna T.

Jenna is great. She was very sweet and loving with my six months old baby. She didn't mind us working from home. Very respectful and polite.

- Yomerys D.

Shawna B.

Not only is Shawna knowledgeable of a vast many subjects and able to tutor on many levels, she is able to continue to reevaluate, adjusting...

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Alachua, FL

Hiring a local reading tutor in Alachua, FL on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of July 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.

Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Alachua, FL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Alachua 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 Alachua that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.

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 Alachua 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.

When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Alachua, 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.

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.

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