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Nicole P.

English And Writing Tutor

Avenel, NJ

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I am a mom (to a human child and pet children), a wife, a passionate volunteer, a lover of travel, and trying to make my little area on Earth a better place to live. I have a BA in English from Rutgers, an MS in Educational Technology from the University of Central Missouri, and an Ed. D in Higher Education Leadership. I...
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Archna M.

Chemistry & Biology Tutor

Avenel, NJ

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I recently graduated from college with a biochemistry degree. I can help in all areas of science for tutoring. I am very encouraging and have patience for children when they are making mistakes as they learn. I have experience increasing student's performance, and you can count on me to help your child succeed.
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Louise Marie C.

Certified Nursing Assistant/ Nanny

Avenel, NJ

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a kind, patient, and nurturing caregiver who truly enjoys supporting children and helping them feel safe, happy, and loved. Although I am early in my professional nanny journey, I have meaningful hands-on experience caring for younger siblings, relatives, and children through volunteer settings. Through these experiences, I...
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Sherese P.

Fun Loving Childcare Provider Who Loves To Read And Enjoy Outdoor Activities

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
I am a special education teaching. Currently, working with 3rd graders. The past 2 years I taught 2nd grade. Prior to teaching I was a paraprofessional for 7 years. I enjoy working and caring for children. Prior experiences with families includes preparing meal, schedule play dates, assist with homework, and light housekeeping...

Alexandra G. says "Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle nature. I...

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Marcia G.

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
Hi! I will provide an environment where the child will learn to interact with others, keep the child stimulated with educational games. I am very energetic, reliable, honest, responsible and a positive role model for your children. I am passionate about child care and will do my best to keep them out of any danger. I also like...

Diomedys P. says "Marcia is very attentive, knows how to do her job very well, and was always on time! If you're looking for someone dependable, that takes their job...

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Autumn H.

Occasional Date Night

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $35 hour Currently seeking : *After school Hours/ Evening/Nights 4 p.m. on * Pet sitting in your home. * Occasional sitting weekend/overnights *Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.) My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to...

Adriana I. says "Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very...

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Brooke D.

Need Help With Summer Homework?! Meet An Engaging And Compassionate Educator...

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hello and welcome! At only 26 years old, I've been tutoring/ teaching for over 7 years. In high school, I worked part-time at a tutoring program with elementary students. At 17, I privately tutored a sixth grader for a year. In college, I received "A"s in several early childhood education courses and completed fieldwork in a...

Bettsy M. says "Ms. D. is my son's Title I Teacher and I always describe her to my friends as a teacher with the patience of an Angel. She is so soft spoken and caring...

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Mariana P.

Experienced And Compassionate Educator Offering Personalized Care And Learning Support

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm a creative, caring, upbeat teacher. I graduated with a focus on children. I'm very passionate about my job. My favorite activities with kids are: reading, music, arts and crafts, and sports. I do tutoring as well.

Stephanie Z. says "I have seen first hand just how wonderful Mariana is with kids and know how passionate she is about teaching. Friendly demeanor and genuine personality...

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Michael V.

Licensed And Practicing Educator Available For Literacy, Language, And Mathematics Tutoring

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
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$150/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm a certified Orton-Gillingham reading specialist and early childhood educator with 10 years of experience teaching preschool through 3rd grade. I currently teach English as a Second Language at a public elementary school in Manhattan. I specialize in structured literacy instruction, using the Orton-Gillingham approach to...

Juliette R. says "Michael is a phenomenal English tutor. He is professional, punctual, kind and intuitive. He helped my son not only make huge progress in his reading...

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Tatyana H.

Energetic Polite College Babysitter

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Tatyana! I am 26 years old and I have 5+ years of experience with babysitting/nannying, which also involved tutoring sometimes as well. I have my Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice and Masters of Public Administration, both from Rutgers University with Summa Cum Laude honors distinction. I am from Newark, NJ...

Balasia M. says "Tatyana has helped my child tremendously with Algebra. According to my son, she "makes learning fun" and always rewards him when he brings back good test...

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Esther R.

Esther (Super Nanny)

Irvington, NJ

4.3(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
My name is Esther, I am 27 years old. I speak both English and Spanish fluently. I am courteous, easygoing, detail-oriented, fun, focused, I love children and animals, and I'm flexible. I have custody of three children for about four years, 1 niece and 2 nephews, 1 has ADHD, but I have raised them since they were babies. I cook...

Haritha K. says "I am hiring her seeing her enthusiasm. She spent 2 hours with my son and looked like she would be able to take care of him. I gave only 3 starts since I...

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Lorraine L.

English Teacher & Professional Tutor

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello. I am available for online tutoring or proofreading. I have years of experiencing teaching English and proofreading papers. I'm happy to help you with your English needs via online learning. Currently my students range from 6th & 7th graders to adults including business professionals who want to improve their English...

Addie D. says "Lorraine was very helpful with teaching me English. She was very patient with me making sure I know and understand everything she was teaching. She helped...

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Chantley T.

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a recent 2020 Doctor of Pharmacy graduate from Campbell University located in North Carolina. I did my Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum at Ithaca College in Upstate, NY, where I worked as a Teaching Assistant in the Chemistry Department. I graduated high school from the Academy for Allied Health Sciences in Scotch Plains, NJ in...

Ruthie B. says "Very professional, well prepared and responsive individual. I'm ecstatic I hired Chantley for a 1:1 tutoring session with my son."

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Maria S.

Certified Elementary School Teacher/Part-Time Tutor

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Maria. I have be working as an elementary public school teacher for 31 years. Currently, I teach second grade. I have also taught grades 1, 3, and 5. I have experience working with Special Education students in an inclusion setting, and work one-on-one with special ed students privately. I am available to tutor...

Elma P. says "Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some growth in him. She...

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Sammy D.

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hey my name is Samantha but you can also call me Sammy! From reading your requests I think I would be a marvelous fit as your childs babysitter! I have my own car and I'm familiar with the area so transportation would not be an issue. I am CPR certified and have been since 2018. I attended Middlesex County college and ACI...

Nathan L. says "Sammy has been wonderful with our 2 little ones. She's been flexible with our hectic schedule and we're so happy to have found her. Our children adore her...

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Yafrany G.

Patient, Caring And Fun Teacher At Your Service!

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello mommies, daddies, and caregivers! I'm Frannie, a 33-year-old bilingual, 4th grade teacher. I've been a teacher for 7 years now with experience from grades 2 to 4. Prior to teaching, I nannied and tutored. I have tutored for both language arts and mathematics. The children I have tutored have ranged from kindergarten...

Audrey G. says "In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to...

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Ariel J.

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi I'm Ariel and I'm 32years old, and I have been taking care of kids for the majority of my life. Coming from a big family, I've taken care of many of my younger family members, and I have professionally worked at a daycare center, Ben S. Daycare Center in Montclair, for all four years of my college education. I am currently...

Christal L. says "Ariel has been an excellent, caring baby sitter for my 4 children the last 7 years. She is patient and kind while being stern and firm. Recently, I was...

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Malka S.

Attentive Loving And Joyful Caregiver

Union, NJ

4.8(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi parents! I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...

Care Member says "Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was...

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Jessica G.

Energetic And Passionate Nanny Available!

Staten Island, NY

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there! I've cared for children for over 10 years, 5 of which was in a Montessori toddler classroom. I worked primarily with children from infancy to primary age (about 6/7 years old). But I love all ages! I'm Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid certified by the Red Cross. My college degree is Early Childhood...

Avital L. says "Jessica went above and beyond during her years providing care to our children. Her warmth, patience, and dedication to understanding the needs of...

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Tamisha W.

Experienced Tutor/Mentor Who Wants Your Kids To Do Well In School And Life

Hillside, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a certified substitute teacher who's certified to teach Pre-K to 12th grade. I work in the New Jersey public school system and I love what I do. I also, mentor kids in my spare time.
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of October 2026

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Avenel, NJ

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

Sherese P.

Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle...

- Alexandra G.

Marcia G.

Marcia is very attentive, knows how to do her job very well, and was always on time! If you're looking for someone dependable, that takes...

- Diomedys P.

Autumn H.

Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She...

- Adriana I.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Avenel, NJ

The average cost for a reading tutor in Avenel, NJ as of October 2026 is $23.33 per hour. Rates can vary based on the tutor’s experience, education level, and the type of support needed. Tutors with specialized training in literacy, early education, or learning differences may charge higher rates, while group sessions or recurring schedules may offer more consistent pricing.
Reading tutors in Avenel, NJ help students develop key literacy skills such as phonics, vocabulary, reading fluency, and comprehension. Depending on the child’s needs, tutors may focus on early reading fundamentals, improving confidence, or helping with school assignments and test preparation. Sessions are often tailored to the student’s grade level and learning style.
To find a good reading tutor in Avenel, NJ, many parents compare profiles based on experience, teaching approach, and reviews from other families. It’s helpful to ask about the tutor’s methods, familiarity with your child’s curriculum, and experience working with similar age groups. Scheduling an initial session can also help determine if the tutor is a good fit.
Parents in Avenel, NJ often consider hiring a reading tutor when a child is struggling with reading skills, falling behind in school, or lacking confidence. Early support can help build strong foundational skills, while older students may benefit from targeted help with comprehension or academic performance. Tutors can also support children who simply want to advance their reading abilities.
Many reading tutors in Avenel, NJ have experience supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia or attention challenges. Some tutors specialize in structured literacy approaches or individualized learning plans. It’s important to ask about a tutor’s experience and training to ensure they can effectively support your child’s specific needs.
Before hiring a reading tutor in Avenel, NJ, consider asking about their teaching experience, approach to instruction, and familiarity with your child’s grade level. You may also want to discuss goals, expected progress, and how sessions will be structured. Understanding how the tutor tracks improvement and communicates updates can help ensure a successful experience.

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