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Alejandra L.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I hope you are feeling very well, I was reading about your job offer and it certainly caught my attention!! , but first let me tell you a little about myself. My name is Alejandra , I am 31 years old, I have my college degree, I speak English and Spanish and I have experience in child care for more than 4 years. I was in the...

Care Member says "I highly recommend hiring Alejandra as a babysitter. Her natural caregiving instincts and genuine love for children make her an excellent choice. She...

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Atusa A.

FUN Tutor & Coach: ALL SUBJECTS + Test Prep (PSAT, SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT) + Executive Functioning

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
As a UC Berkeley graduate with a BA in Psychology, I have been successfully working with students of all ages and developmental backgrounds since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Reading, Writing and Comprehension as well essential critical thinking and executive functioning skills which are prerequisites for...

Tanja D. says "We love Atusa. Our 4-year-old is learning English as a second language and Atusa was very professional and approached things in a methodical fashion; at...

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Ashley T.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(0)
from
$50/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have a lot of experience working with kids ages 2-18 in all subject areas. ! I've worked with numerous families and would love to work with yours to best fit your needs! I am organized, empathetic, positive and fun and would love the opportunity to work with you and your family :)Tutoring available.
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Nikki M.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$75/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Nikki. I am a former elementary teacher. I was a 4th grade teacher for three years and 3rd grade teacher for two years. I am passionate, kind, creative and patient. With my 5+ years of experience, your child will receive excellent tutoring. My knowledge of curriculum, creating lessons, and building confidence...

Viviana D. says "We feel incredibly lucky to have found Nikki. She's reliable, punctual, patient and positive. My daughter is regularly taking tutoring lessons with her...

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Neda K.

Tutor

Berkeley, CA

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi parents. If you are looking for an experienced nanny/tutor here I am. Here are some details about me. I have a background in psychology. Before pandemic, I was working at a market research lab. After pandemic, I started working as a tutor. Then a lot of nanny jobs and tutoring jobs came my way. I realized how good I am with...

Brian B. says "Neda is passionate about her lessons and cares about our kids. We've seen notable improvements since our children started working with her."

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Lynn Z.

Engaging, Competent Tutor With A Strong Track Record

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Dear Parents, I am a natural when it comes to teaching as I readily engage students. I pay attention to how each student learns best to discern strategies that work. Students learn best when the process is engaging, meaningful and fun. I have spent much time as a credentialed teacher at the elementary, middle, high and college...

Jerry J. says "I highly recommend Lynn Z. as a tutor. I hired Lynn as a private tutor for my two daughters (fourth and first graders, respectively) online here at...

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Cory S.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience
Hello there! I have 8+ years of experience working with children and teaching. I am most passionate about teaching Spanish, Ecology, Biology, and Environmental Science, but I also enjoy English/Literature and Math. I have a diverse educational background and would love to help your children succeed academically. During my final...

Nicole C. says "Great teacher, gave my children confidence and motivation to writing on their own."

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Rebecca H.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Rebecca and I am interested in child care and pet care! I grew up with my mom having an in home daycare, so I have been around and taking care of children for pretty much my entire childhood. I went to college to become an elementary teacher, so I have worked in many classrooms, helping with projects and...

Dan K. says "Rebecca is wonderful! My toddlers love her and I don't feel worried leaving the house knowing my kids and pets are in her care :) she is also very warm and...

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Alexandra R.

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Alex! I am a first-year law student at Georgetown University. I love reading, cooking, sports, and the outdoors. I have five years of babysitting and tutoring experience. Feel free to ask me any additional questions!

Care Member says "Alex helped us for a date night. She was great! Punctual and very responsible. We would definitely hire her again!"

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Annette K.

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hello! Born & raised here in the East Bay, I have lots of caregiving and teaching experience with children, including infant care to care for teens locally and overseas. I love children and am a proud auntie of many cutie pies! :)). Quality time with children are the best! I believe in good people care because I value people and...

Beau B. says "We have been so happy with Annette taking care of our little 8 week old angel pie : ) Annette really brings the sunshine into the home with her bright...

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Brenda Z.

Experienced Bilingual Nanny/ Babysitter

Oakland, CA

4.7(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am an experienced and enthusiastic person who loves taking care of kids of any age. I have been doing full-time babysitting for 8 years, I have a certificate in first AID training and CPR, and I am also fully vaccinated against COVID and Flu shot. Currently, a part time student at Merritt College pursuing an AA degree in Child...

Kelsey G. says "Brenda was a life saver for us! Our full time nanny of 3 years went to visit her family for 3 weeks and we were scrambling to find someone to fill in....

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Sandra B.

San Francisco, CA

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
I have 9 years of experience working primarily with infants and toddlers. I would describe my caregiving style as calm, respectful and mindful of others. As a caregiver it is deeply important for me to have a positive interpersonal relationship with the children I take care of. As well as to offer the children a safe environment...

Care Member says "Sandra was our nanny for two years, and I honestly can’t say enough great things about her. She is kind, gentle, and loving with our children, and has...

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Sheronda C.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Sheronda I am young caring and dependable. I've been caring for children younger than myself since I was about 7, helping my grandmother with her daycare center. I helped with feeding, potty training, reading, and nap time. Helping my grandmother helped me learn that I love caring for children. I started...

Brhianna P. says "She has a very loving heart and spirit!! All children love her very much! My children rather spend the day with her over anyone else because she is...

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Alyssa G.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hello! My name is Alyssa, and I'm a native San Francisco. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified, with 15years of babysitting experience and 10 years as a nanny. I've worked with multiple families and have experience managing the unique needs of older children. In addition to supervising homework and after-school routines, I'm...

Care Member says "When we first hired Alyssa, we were very impressed with her answers during the interview process. She is very professional. She came over after her...

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Brandi H.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Brandi, an experienced babysitter and nanny with over 10 years of childcare experience in the Bay Area. Since 2014, I've worked with more than 20 families, caring for children from infants to school-aged. I've been both a part-time sitter and a full-time nanny, including daily care for toddlers and preschoolers. I hold a...

Kristina J. says "When you come across a person like Brandi your heart instantly smiles. She is so patient and communicates so well with our daughter. The projects she...

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Maddie T.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, I'm Maddie! I'm a career nanny, planning to start training as a newborn care specialist soon. I've worked as a nanny, mothers' helper, and preschool music teacher. I have experience with ages 2mo-12yr, including singles, multiples, siblings, and class settings. I love singing, making art, cooking, reading, dancing, taking...

Care Member says "Maddie has been the full time nanny for one of my children from age 1-2years old. She also interacts daily with my older daughter (from age 3.4-4.5)...

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Vivien N.

Nanny

San Francisco, CA

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 50 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a warm, pleasant, caring, responsible, positive, hardworking, and energetic person who enjoys working with children. My hobbies include reading, jogging, and swimming! I worked with children for about 27 years as a teacher. We need to give tender loving care for children to bloom. We need to watch them at all times...

Daisy C. says "Vivien was very on top of things and magically got both our children to sleep when we had a night out. No nonsense and sweet with the girls, although...

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Maria M.

Mature, Experienced And Educated

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello families! I truly love working with children of all ages-whether it's a baby, toddler, or older child, I naturally connect with kids and genuinely enjoy playing, engaging, and helping them grow. In return, I'm grateful to receive so much love and trust from the families I've worked with. With over 10 years of hands-on...

Brian K. says "We hired Maria when I was heading out of town on business for three months. Her job was to come to our house in the morning to get our son ready for...

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Phoebe F.

Oakland, CA

from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Phoebe! I'm currently entering my senior year at UC Berkeley, pursuing a dual degree in English and Film; creative writing is one of my passions, and education/childcare is the other! I have an extensive background in childcare and teaching in my hometown of Los Angeles. I've worked as a babysitter and tutor for more...
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Raquel L.

Sitter In Berkeley, CA

Berkeley, CA

from
$21/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I'm a rising senior at the University of California, double majoring in Media Studies and Political Science with a minor in Public Policy. I'm from Los Angeles and have 4+ years of childcare experience with all age groups, including recent nanny work in the Berkeley Hills. My duties included school pick-ups, driving to...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $33.55/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Alameda, CA

Reading Tutors in Alameda, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Alejandra L.

I highly recommend hiring Alejandra as a babysitter. Her natural caregiving instincts and genuine love for children make her an excellent...

- Care member

Atusa A.

We love Atusa. Our 4-year-old is learning English as a second language and Atusa was very professional and approached things in a methodical...

- Tanja D.

Nikki M.

We feel incredibly lucky to have found Nikki. She's reliable, punctual, patient and positive. My daughter is regularly taking tutoring...

- Viviana D.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Alameda, CA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Alameda, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $33.55 per hour as of November 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 11 reading tutors in Alameda, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Alameda 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 Alameda 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 Alameda 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 Alameda, CA, 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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