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I am an actor and playwright and very comfortable tutoring in English, reading, writing and acting. I also have a strong knowledge of math (10th grade and below). I was a TA in high school and did paid tutoring work in college primarily for children of elementary age, but also for fellow college students in need of help with...
I am currently a student at Umass Amherst. For as long as I can remember I have been tutoring and helping students with their schoolwork; even if it was not payed work, I am always the person people can rely on when it comes to needing help with school. I love helping people to finally understand topics they have been struggling...
I gained most of my tutoring experience when I volunteered as a tutor in high school, helping middle school students to complete their homework. I also have worked as a TA in an Introductory Biology class at UMass, so I have experience helping students understand more advanced material as well.
Kya T.
Amherst, MA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with English and Math from elementary age all the way to high school. I am currently a junior at the University of Massachusetts studying psychology and minoring in Education.
I am fluent in Greek and English as well as intermediate in Spanish. I grew up in Greece and as a young adult I taught English to children 6-15 years old.
I am also able to teach biology and chemistry (inorganic and organic) as well as molecular biology. I have been a TA for several of these disciplines.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a current graduate student and undergraduate instructor at UMass with over 10 years of experience working with children, both as a nanny and as a tutor. I have experience tutoring elementary school aged children in reading and math and I have also worked for three years as a dance teacher, encouraging creative...
Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
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My name is Maryn! I am Freshman at UMass Amherst, originally from Montana. I have a car on campus, a clean driving record, and am CPR and first aid certified. I am an older sister with 2 younger brothers and 3 dogs, so I perform well under a bit of chaos. I started babysitting when I was in 6th grade, but growing up I was always...
Maryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Leah and I am looking for childcare job opportunities in the Pioneer Valley this summer!
I am very child-centered in my approach to childcare- I aim to meet each child where they are at and respond with care, intention, and specificity. Throughout my work with children, I have viewed building caring and...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Part-time only for the summer!! I will not have a consistent set schedule every week. I can definitely work things out - I just won't be able to do full time.
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and passionate.
I like working with kids because kids are incredible little individuals and I love getting to know each of...
Jolina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Eliza S.
Amherst, MA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Connecting with children has always been one of my greatest strengths and passions. I began at 13 and have gained valuable experience since: I've worked in a variety of roles ranging from babysitter to substitute/after school teacher. My strengths are versatile as I enjoy all sorts of play and activities; physical/outdoor,...
Hi! My experience includes being the lead infant teacher and supervisor at a preschool for 4 years, half of the time with infants (8 weeks to 18 months), the other half with toddlers (18 months to 3 yrs old). I am first aid and CPR certified. I am ECE and infant care certified, and safe sleep trained. I was then a nanny for 2...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am an ECE certified and licensed infant/ toddler/ preschool teacher. I started out as a Nanny in 2010, worked with a family for 2 years before I started going to school for early development. I then worked professionally as an infant teacher for 4 years Ive been working with children for over 8 years now and I absolutely love...
Kristyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Kristyn has been caring for my 3 children (ages 2, 4, and 5) for almost a year and I couldn't recommend her more highly. Almost every morning the kids ask me "is it a Kristyn day?!" and they love every minute of time they spend with her. She is punctual,...
Rachel L.
Hello!
My name is Michaela , and I am a certified PreK- 2 teacher. I have many years of experience babysitting and nannying for families with children ranging from infancy all the way to middle school. I also have experience tutoring and teaching elementary art summer programs. I am currently teaching Kindergarten, which I...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Trudie S.
Northampton, MA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Trudie, and I am a 21-year-old student at Smith College. I have several years of full-time childcare experience. I am a very active person who loves the outdoors, reading, and doing crafts. I have a car, and I am available for any pickup/dropoff, helping with homework, house chores, or anything else your...
Trudie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Nalaysza M.
Hatfield, MA
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Nalaysza. I've worked newborns-preschoolers to school age for the past 8 years. I am First aid and CPR certified. EEC certified and preschool certified. I love what I do, I enjoy teaching and caring for little ones. Childcare has always been a big part of me. A little more about me is I am an animal...
Nalaysza can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I love helping younger students find their confidence in math and science. I am going back to school myself for physical therapy, and am studying science myself at the moment, although my background is in English from college.
I have taught many children how to read, beginning at a very young age! I have developed a curriculum that is very effective and engages even the least attentive children.
Hello! I am a sophomore at Wellesley College looking for a job tutoring children at elementary, middle, or high school levels. I have taken mostly honors courses and 6 AP courses at my high school. I will wear a mask at all times. :)
Thank you for your consideration,
Brenna
Hello! My name is Mateo. I am a first-year graduate student at UMass pursuing a degree in Agriculture. I love people and spend most of my free time serving others; I volunteer often and lead a minority student organization. I have experience providing care for children of all ages, and have spent some of my undergraduate years...
I'm a graduate student at the Johns Hopkins School of Education with several years of experience assisting students academically, both as a private tutor and as a behavioral therapist. I also have experience with and am happy to work with students with learning disabilities and other challenges such as ADHD and ASD. I look...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Amherst, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Amherst, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Amherst, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.55 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 Amherst, MA?
Care.com currently has 11 reading tutors in Amherst, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Amherst 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 Amherst that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Amherst, MA?
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 Amherst 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 Amherst, MA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Amherst, MA, 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 Amherst, MA 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.