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Kathleen K.
Delmar, NY
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Kathleen, I have about 15 years of experience babysitting and nannying and I love children! A little about me: I love to read and write, I can read music and play a little piano. I have lots of experience in theatre both in academic and professional settings. One of my favorite things about working with children is...
Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
From the age of 15 I have babysat younger children in my family. This might be during the day, evening, overnight, or for longer periods of time like a weekend. Also, my senior year of high school I volunteered to teach basic Spanish to first and second graders at Latham Ridge Elementary School. My Spanish teacher put the memo...
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Bianca and I just graduated from RPI. Babysitting appeals to me because I love working with children of all ages, I tend to get along with them better than people my own age haha. I was a camp counselor at USDAN Summer Camp for the Arts in Wheatley Heights when I was 16 and have been working with children ever since!...
Bianca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"While ultimately our schedules didn't work out, we had Bianca watch our toddler a handful of times. We've not left our daughter with many people before, but she loved having Bianca over. Bianca handled the post diaper change melt down with patience and compassion,...
Shannon B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I graduated in 2016 with my undergraduate degree and certification in childhood education. From there I spent time teaching all subject areas in grades K-6. For the past two years, I have been working as a 5th grade teacher while simultaneously completing my Master's Degree in Literacy Education. I have a passion for teaching...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a retired classroom teacher of English, Reading and Science and have tutored students from Kindergarten to 12th grade.
I have a few spots available evenings and weekends for tutoring and can meet at your home, at a nearby library or virtually.
I can help with skill building, test prep homework and helping to get...
Skills:
CPR
I have been babysitting children of many different ages for five years. I am an education major at St. John Fisher College and am completing my degree this year. I am energetic and am willing to complete homework, reading, and activities with children.
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the Mother of two wonderful grown daughters. I have worked with several families over the years as a Caregiver and have worked with families of special needs children. I have experience working in a special needs preschool environment and early intervention as an assistant. I enjoy reading with children and can provide...
Carol can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Nicole D.
Troy, NY
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Nicole, I love working with kids, I have worked with kids for over 15 years, I've worked at Samaritan daycare center for 9 years, I've worked for 5 years, I've ran my own daycare for 5 years, I've also worked at 2 other daycare centers as well, I love what I do. Loving, caring, Hard working and reliable,....
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am currently student teaching grade 5 in the Burnt Hills district and have taught in the Niskayuna District as well. I am finishing my Masters Degree in Special Education and Literacy at UAlbany.
Also I can Provide Tutoring
I started working with kids professionally in 2020 through a BOCES program. Now I work full time as a teaching assistant for students with disabilities.
In my spare time, I like to read and hang out at home.
Melanie R.
West Coxsackie, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Melanie! I'm 26 years old and during the school year I work as a certified elementary school teacher. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in teaching. I also have 3 years of full time nannying experience, where I traveled cross country with the children, drove them to appointments, and...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I am an Elementary Teacher with certifications from Birth to Middle school. I have worked in multiple grade levels and able to provide excellent tutoring for your child.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior Elementary/Special education major at St. John Fisher College. I have experience substitute teaching as well as babysitting. I am energetic and ready to teach using fun and traditional activities.
I have provided tutoring service as an accompaniment to multiple after-school babysitting jobs, mostly at a 6th-7th grade level. I have also done homework help for most of the kids I have cared for, ranging from kindergarten up to 7th grade, and have been a hired middle school math tutor without a babysitting component as well.
I am currently a New York State Certified Childhood Educator in Grades 1-6. I have a Bachelors degree in Childhood Education and a Masters degree in Literacy. I am currently a fifth grade math teacher in the capital region.
Siobhan S.
Troy, NY
$35-85/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am patient, fun, and have a lot of experience with young kiddos. Children learn best when they enjoy what they are doing, so my goal is to make learning or practice fun and engaging.
I have been teaching and subbing in PreK for the past 5 years, but I recently went back to college, and needed a bit more flexibility and...
I'm an engineer with a passion to help others succeed in class and out of school. I tutored in high school and now looking to help students in the Schenectady area.
Kaylamay S.
Clifton Park, NY
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a mom of a 9-year-old girl and 5-year-old boy. I'm also a preschool teacher, CPR certified and in the process of getting my CDA. I love to do crafts, read, play games, and make yummy/healthy snacks! I have a lot of toys and learning activities! Baby sitter available.
Kaylamay can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am anxious to learn more about how I can help! I have taught Reading, ELA and Science for 15 years, and have tutored students ranging from Kindergarten-12th grade. Organization, Reading and Writing Skills and Test taking Strategies are all areas that I can help with that will reinforce and build confidence, which will...
I'd describe my personality as friendly, caring, funny
I like working with kids because kids are our future.
I'm looking for a job that I can have as long as possible. To become a part of the kids lives and making sure they are taken care of and safe.
I started working with kids when I was in my twenties. I took care of my...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Albany, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Albany, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Albany, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $19.38 per hour as of May 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 Albany, NY?
Care.com currently has 24 reading tutors in Albany, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Albany 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 Albany that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Albany, NY?
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 Albany 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 Albany, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Albany, NY, 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 Albany, NY 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.