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Aleah A.

Ballston Spa, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hi my name is Aleah. I am red cross certified lifeguard. I enjoy coloring and reading with kids. I was a student athlete and love playing games and staying active with the kids! I have watched kids after school and helped them get off the bus as well as homework. Prepared dinner and brought them to sporting event/activities....

Evan K. says "Enjoys being around children and very caring"

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Kiera V.

Ballston Spa, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Kiera and I will be graduating with my masters in childhood and special education in May! I am about to embark on my first year of teaching in September in a 5th grade classroom! I have extensive experience working with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, both in educational and childcare settings. I...

Donald M. says "Kiera is great with my son, and I'd use her any time!"

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Logen F.

AIS & Special Education Teacher Looking To Tutor

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$0/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a current teacher looking to tutor. I currently work as an AIS (Academic Intervention Service) and Special Education teacher. I have certifications in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Education, Special Education and am a Certified Literacy Specialist. I can provide tutoring support for reading, writing and math at the...
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Sara K.

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$30/hr
11 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I am currently a reading teacher, but enjoy caring for little ones outside of work. I don't have my own children, but I do have a ton of nieces and nephews of varying ages that I'm very involved. I am working full time but depending out what you're looking for and our schedules, I would love to help out!
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Delia L.

Super Mom Of 2 Energetic Bunnies

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Since I had children( 5 boy and 3 girl) I realized that all I want to do is take care of them. I found out I am pretty good at it too. I love making up fun activities teaching them about everything and anything, keeping them busy outside as much as possible. My oldest went from a 2-year-old almost nonverbal to a 5-year-old boy...
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Clara A.

Hello There!

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi there! It's Clara Coming from a big family meant lots of baby cousins to care for. I remember helping out since I was strong enough to pick them up and then babysitting them since I was 13 yo. I've always loved babies, that is one of the reasons I became an au pair last year and cared for a newborn and a 2yo till this past...
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Nicole D.

Schenectady, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Nicole! I love spending time with kids and helping them learn, grow, and have fun. I'm patient, caring, and dependable, and I do my best to make sure children feel safe, comfortable, and happy while they're with me. For over 10 years, I've watched children! My passion started from seeing children learn and grow, which...
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Jessica W.

Elementary Tutor Available

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am currently teaching fifth grade and tutor students after school. I have experience teaching elementary children K-6. I work with many students who struggle with math skills through the stages of development to help them be successful with grade level work. I hold a master's degree in literacy and certification as an...
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Julia L.

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Julia, I just graduated from UVM where I studied environmental studies and biology. I love spending time outside, reading, arts and crafts, cooking and baking, and just being around kids! I have about 9 years of babysitting and nannying experience with ages ranging from newborns to tweens. I'm patient, reliable, and...
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Kathryn C.

Elementary Teacher Certification Tutor

Ballston Lake, NY

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$25/hr
6 years experience
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.
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Sara K.

Tutor Available

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$45/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm currently a reading teacher for grades 5-8 with a Masters in Literacy. I am also a certified English teacher for grades 7-12. This is my 11th year teaching and tutoring. My strength is Reading/ELA; however, depending on the grade level I am also experienced in other subjects!
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Phoebe L.

Former English Major And Current Psychology PsyD Student

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi there, I am a clinical psychologist with a doctorate specializing in psychotherapy and assessment. I have experience as a research, assistant and teaching assistant during grad school, and I have experience tutoring, English, French, and psychology. Part of my clinical training involved extensive coursework on learning,...
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Abigail E.

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as responsible, loving, and organized. I like working with kids because I find that children are always upbeat. I love spending time with kids and teaching them, as well as learning from them! I started working with kids when I was in high school. I have done 4 years of babysitting, 3 years at a...
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Owen O.

French And English Tutor

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$23/hr
2 years experience
For the past two years, I've tutored college students in writing, reading, and speaking in both French and English. I hold a Bachelor's degree in French and Philosophy, showing both my technical language skills and desire to better understand and be understood, whether spoken, written, or conceptually. For me, the feeling of...
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Stephanie S.

A Little About Me...

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My military spouse and I are new to the area and have recently moved here from Washington State. I come from a family of 13, and I've extensive experience with taking care of kids and supporting loved ones. From a young age, I knew I wanted to work with kids in some fashion. I have experience working full time at a...
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Christina C.

Wonderful Nanny Seeking!

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Reliable, dependable, and trustworthy nanny! C. P. N., Certified Professional Nanny/Governess, Infant Care specialized through NCSA, CPR/First Aid certified, and skilled in toddler, pre school/pre-k care, meal planning, activities planning, tutoring/homework assistance, literacy/reading, and offer dozens of brand new arts and...
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Tierney C.

Part Time Tutor/care Giver Available!

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Tierney and I am an 11th grade Special Ed English and Social Studies teacher in the capital region. I have been working with children of all ages for about 15 years. I love to sing!
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Susan H.

Upbeat. Established Educator

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am an enthusiastic educator who has recently retired. I am a mother of 6 and have never lost my love of education, children and their emotional development! Also I Can Provide Tutoring and Lessons
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Reva K.

Child Care Provider/Special Ed Teacher

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I've been a special ed teacher for 31 years. I absolutely love working with kids from toddler age to teenagers. I volunteered with the elementary children at my church and I was a table leader for 15 to 18-year-olds. I enjoy doing crafts, playing games, reading books and tapping into a child's creative and imaginative talents.

Laurie S. says "My kids absolutely love Reva! She is fun, friendly and loving-everything and more that you can ask for in a sitter!"

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Laura B.

Tutor

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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  • 52 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Ballston Spa, NY

Reading Tutors in Ballston Spa, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 52 listed reading tutors

Aleah A.

Enjoys being around children and very caring

- Evan K.

Kiera V.

Kiera is great with my son, and I'd use her any time!

- Donald M.

Reva K.

My kids absolutely love Reva! She is fun, friendly and loving-everything and more that you can ask for in a sitter!

- Laurie S.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Ballston Spa, NY

Hiring a local reading tutor in Ballston Spa, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $21.00 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 Ballston Spa, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Ballston Spa 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 Ballston Spa 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 Ballston Spa 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 Ballston Spa, 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.

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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