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Alexa R.

Alamo, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
I have been a teacher for children multiple times over the years in many countries including the states. Most recently, I was a kindergarten and first grade teacher. I have also been a personal tutor to all ages including a 6-month-old baby and as old as a high schooled. I have experience across cultures including times where I...
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Ariana S.

Alamo, CA

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$35/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ariana! I bring 2 years of experience of working with kids of all ages! I love creating a safe environment for children to learn and be creative! I enjoy planning activities like arts & crafts, reading/story-time, outdoor playtime, and much more! I am currently a full time litigation assistant at an...
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Linnea B.

Hi, I'm Linnea!

Walnut Creek, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Linnea. I'm 23 years old with over a decade of childcare experience, and I'm currently seeking a full-time position while I apply to PhD programs. I hold both a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree, and although my academic work keeps me intellectually engaged, nothing brings me more fulfilment than working...

Michelle L. says "I am so grateful Linnea reached out via a job posting. She babysat our 2yo son for 3 hours today and they immediately clicked. He showed her a tour...

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Rebecca H.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
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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Brenda Z.

Experienced Bilingual Nanny/ Babysitter

Oakland, CA

4.7(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Nathalie Mae A.

Active And Funny Sitter

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
Hi I'm nathalie i'm very excited to meet you , I have 9years of experience in taking care of kids from newborn to 6-years-old I have experienced taking care of twins from newborn to toddlers. I aIso have aupair experience trained and certified, I am certified with CPR (Infant-kids) and first Aid training and recertify every...

Care Member says "A wonderful addition to our household and we and our children love working with her! She has been a total pleasure to work with and is very caring,...

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Susana C.

Meet Susana

Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I have experience as a full or part-time nanny for over 15 years! I am also a top of the line mother's helper. I am currently seeking a family to start now, I can be responsible for children's laundry, children's meals, bath time. Generally, I spend lots of time playing with the kids, reading, getting out to the park or...

Care Member says "In the 1.5 years of working together, we have observed Susana excel in numerous areas including, but not limited to, the following: 1. She brings a lot...

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Marissa R.

UCSD Graduate Tutor for Elementary to 6th Grade

Danville, CA

3.0(0)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with children in multiple positions including working as a nanny, day care provider, summer camp counselor and babysitter. I understand children very well and enjoy discovering their personal characteristics in order to better provide for them. It is extremely rewarding for me to watch a child learn and grow under...
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Amanda W.

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Amanda. I have worked with children of all ages since I was 10; babysitting for family and friends. I love the outdoors, animals, sports, traveling, reading, music, and learning new things. Lately I have been focusing on learning Brazilian jujitsu and getting my pilots license. I have a day job in the mornings...

Care Member says "Amanda has been excellent with my son since he was a newborn. I’m grateful that I’ve had her help since the beginning, she’s a true natural with...

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Ana W.

Danville, CA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
I have helped kids with their homework when I babysat them.
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Richelle L.

Experienced Nanny With Over 14 Years Of Experience Looking For A Full-Time Job

Walnut Creek, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have always had a passion for working with children. I began doing occasional babysitting in middle school which I really enjoyed and loved. During middle school I was able to work along with my mom in a Community Bible Study(CBS) Child Care Program. The program was large with a wide variety of children of all ages. I worked...

Rachel D. says "I cannot say enough good things about Richelle. She was our nanny for our 18 month old and also the first person outside of family to take care of him....

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Shila S.

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello , my name shila. I have 12 years experience with new born to toddler providing personalized care in feeding, diapers change, reading books, playtime, follow nap time, outdoor activities like park and library story time, singing nursery rhythms. I can help with light housekeeping and cooking and meal preparation for...

Sonam P. says "Shila took care of our little daughter for almost 4 months. Shila is very patient, nice and a great cook! She was always on time, very flexible,...

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Reina P.

Concord, CA

4.9(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
My name is Reina . I'm 37years old I been Married 13 years ago , I have a daughter 15 years old I have more then 14 years of experience working with, newborns, infants and toddlers,. I absolutely love to look after babies and toddlers, I enjoy take babies on walks to the park , I love reading books, teaching ABC. numbers ,...

Care Member says "We are beyond grateful to have Reina as extra help watching our children part-time during the week. After interviewing many other candidates, we knew...

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Olinda L.

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I considered myself very lovely and very responsible. I have a lot of patience and I love to take care of children. With my current family we normally take trips to the park, go for walks, go to the library to read books, and I even teach the children some Spanish. I can even organize the house whenever there is down time. I...

Katie O. says "Olinda is an angel and the most amazing nanny we could ever have imagined. She is a part of our family and will always be! She is punctual, never misses...

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Heven K.

Oakland, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
I am a graduate student pursuing my second Master's degree. With 6 years of dedicated childcare experience, I have cared for children of various ages and needs: Provided full-time care for an infant from 3 months through toddlerhood (2. 5 years) Nurtured twins from 4 months to 3 years old Supported elementary school siblings...
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Ngai M.

Concord, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi, I have been working with children for 4 years now I started with my own babysitting and child transportation for before and after school with neighborhood children and family friends children in 2019. In 2021 I then started working in a daycare for children ages 2-6 where I went from teachers aide to head teacher for 2-3...
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Colette M.

Walnut Creek, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
My name is Colette I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I have two small boys of my own. I've been helping with childcare off and on for 20 years and I finally decided to work towards earning a degree in early childhood education. I am currently taking classes at DVC and I have a 5 year goal of opening up a daycare of my...

Andrea D. says "Colette is awesome, you'd be lucky to have her. My 4 month old loved spending time with her. She is patient, attentive and loving. I felt totally...

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Hope I.

Passionate And Dedicated Educator

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! If you would like assistance in improving your child's reading, writing, math or musical skills... You've found the right person! I have been tutoring all levels of students for over 15 years and can give your child the savoir-faire to excel in their classes and to improve their overall knowledge. Skilled in assisting...

Sarah T. says "Hope has really helped my 7-year old gain so much confidence with his reading and comprehension. She is reliable and communicates proactively. She has...

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Celeste A.

Part-Time Sitter Available, Mom Of Two

Danville, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a college-educated mother of two, part-time art teacher and Girl Scout leader available to watch your little ones! I live Martinez, near the Pleasant Hill border. I have a daughter and son and have experience with infants to preteens. I also tutor in a school district with reading and phonics.
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Lillian L.

Moraga, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'm Lillian, a Senior at Saint Mary's College of California! I have been working with children since Junior year in Highschool as a Summer camp activity director and activity supervisor. I have experience with children 3-10 years old teaching archery, crafts, motor/social skills, and conflict resolution. I have also taught...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $32.50/hr as of November 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Alamo, CA

Reading Tutors in Alamo, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Linnea B.

I am so grateful Linnea reached out via a job posting. She babysat our 2yo son for 3 hours today and they immediately clicked. He showed her...

- Michelle L.

Rebecca H.

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...

- Dan K.

Brenda Z.

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...

- Kelsey G.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Alamo, CA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Alamo, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $32.50 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 2 reading tutors in Alamo, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Alamo 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 Alamo 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 Alamo 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 Alamo, 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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