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I am an Ivy League & Oxford (UK) graduate with 25 years of business experience and all the coursework for a Master's in Education. I have tutored students of all ages in a wide variety of subjects, from elementary Math to college Economics to Statistics for MBAs. I have helped adults with website development, e-marketing and...
Brianna M.
Springfield, MA
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Childsitter Available During The Week After Work
Hello, my name is Brianna. Thank you for taking the time to read! I currently go to college to earn my bachelors in Elementary Education. I have had all kinds of children experience! To start off, I am the oldest of four children & always had to care & cook for my younger siblings. In high school, I was in a two year early...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Hello! I am a 32-year-old teacher who has experience with a wide age group range of infant - school age. I have worked with children for the last 14 years. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I have a strong love and passion for all children of all ages. I love arts and crafts along with playing outside,...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I have worked with many children with learning deficits and many who just need encouragement and an extra push. I worked for an AmeriCorps program in Chicago, tutoring children in reading, writing, math, history and science. I also ran educational after school activities that helped with team building and focus.
Collette B.
South Hadley, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Collette
PROFILE
Professional social worker with 25 plus years,
Now retired. I have raised 3 children with some special needs. I am calm, empathetic, well spoken, an excellent driver, and enjoy helping people.
I have had my CPR and standard first aid for years, though just let it lapse in 2/17.
Have taught private swim...
I'm a first year at Mount Holyoke College and have lived in the Pioneer Valley for 7 years. I have been babysitting for kids as young as 5 and petsitting around my neighborhood since I started high school. In my free time, I love to cook/bake, read, craft, watch old movies, be outside, and hang out with my dog. I am happy to...
Mother of 3 grown children (18 y. o. boy/girl twins and 24 y. o. elementary school teacher) looking for part-time hours in addition to my current 20 hr./week job in a cancer clinic. Home schooled my high schooler for the past 3 years, developing a "love of learning." Teacher in a home school cooperative helping group of...
Rachel J.
Easthampton, MA
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Cheerful, Confident, Creative Tutor, Babysitter, Or Assistant
My children have entered school this year, and I am looking to figure out what's next. Might it be helping out you or your family? Since 2002, I have worked as a teacher in various ways-- as a camp group leader, as an English professor at Brooklyn College, as a babysitter, and as a museum educator. I love all of the arts,...
I have been a preschool teacher, an early intervention specialist, an art teacher, a child photographer and most importantly the mother to my two children who are now teenagers. They are both in school now, and I am looking for a nanny position. I LOVE children, especially babies and toddlers and little's. I have experience with...
Phyllis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Chelsea K.
Springfield, MA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Chelsea and I am 20 years old. I am currently attended Western New England University studying elementary education and psychology.
I have training in behavior management, child development, CPR and have been around children anywhere from 3 weeks old to 19 years old. I have babysat since the age of 10 not...
Madison G.
Warren, MA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello families! My name is Madison but my students know me better as Ms. G. I am going into my 4th year of teaching as a science teacher in Springfield and love our community.
I'd describe my personality as extroverted, determined, and reliable.
I like working with kids because they are funny, honest, kind, and I love...
I'm a speech-language pathologist with four years experience working with high school students with disabilities. I've also worked part-time at an outpatient speech center 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students. I am interested in connecting with families as a private speech-language pathologist for families looking to...
I am available as a language tutor in English and Spanish for all ages. I am a native English speaker and learned Spanish in high school and as a young adult. I have worked as a private English tutor for adults in Poland and I've taught beginning Spanish to first and second grade students in Belmont, MA.
I've volunteered in preschools and in 1st and 2nd grade classrooms helping students with reading, writing and math. This work has been one-on-one and working with up to 10 children at a time.
I've also taught at theater camps, working with children ages 4-12. I am a musician and can incorporate music and movement into our time...
Brittney F.
Chicopee, MA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part Or Full Time Availibility! Ready To Educate With My Creativity!
Hi! I'm Brittney! I'm recently taking a new route in having a interest of educating others. My recent experience with tutoring would be volunteering through my Resident Advisor position for programs, and personal experience through family and friends. I am an advocate for growth and success and would love to be able to...
I've worked in schools for seven years and have served multiple roles in the classroom, for in-classroom support to running my own classroom. I've worked with various grade levels from Early Childhood to High School.
I am currently living in Kenilworth, NJ
I have had the longest career in child care. I have taken care of children with disabilities and full rooms of children in a day care setting. I am flexible and versatile. Please contact me for more information my background is extensive and I love to talk about what I've done while...
I have been tutoring for 10 years and have been teaching in a bilingual school for three years. During my teaching, I have worked with many ESL students and feel confident that I can help your child excel through immersive and interactive lessons. Furthermore, I have some experience working with students with disabilities...
I bring expertise in helping young students develop fine and gross motor skills, organize and regulate themselves for work, and adapting/modifying work for students to succeed. I work in the area of related services/special education and have extensive experience with special needs/neurodiverse students. Prior to this, I was a...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother who brought up my child alone and also took care of three nieces frequently. Children are a lot of fun to teach and learn from. I enjoy playing games and reading stories to children. I am a Red Cross trained CNA with years of experience. I enjoy my work and helping people meet their goals!
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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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.