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Kelsey M.

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello, I am a 5th grade teacher at a NYC school for twice exceptional children (gifted but with special learning needs). I am staying in Basking Ridge for the summer with my family. My summer teaching job at my school fell through at the last minute due to COVID, and I'm looking to spend the summer working with kids.
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Part Time Tutor

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$20/hr
I am a high school senior and I love to work with kids! I am a top student in my class and have made honor roll every year since elementary school. I used to volunteer every week with first and second grade students after school to help them with homework, though I had to stop during covid.
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English/SAT/ACT Tutor

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am an enthusiastic tutor with a passion for English and 11+ years of experience working with children! I would love to help students with classwork and encourage a passion for reading and writing. I earned perfect scores on the Reading and Writing portions of the ACT, with an overall score in the 99th percentile, and would do...
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Stirling, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Taryn! I grew up in New Jersey and recently moved back from Maryland where I was working in a childcare center teacher preschool. I taught at this center for 7 years and worked with all ages ranging from infants to 5 years old. I love to read in my spare time and be outside as much as I can!

Care Member says "Taryn is AMAZING! She has cared for my two children many times. She is loving, patient, reliable, and trustworthy. Both my children are high energy,...

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Morristown, NJ

4.5(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I am a Certified Montessori Teacher and have worked in the field for the past 16 years. I am also a caregiver and have worked with children ranging in age from 3 to 16 for past 9 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I also enjoy reading with children, doing homework and having fun.

Pranav P. says "Susan worked for us for a couple of months, taking care of our two boys aged 9 and 13. She helped us with kids school work, pick ups / drop offs, and...

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I Go By Loriel

Bedminster, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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Mature, loving, and compassionate Nanny. I earned a Bachelors Degree from University of Vt. in 1985. Some of my college experiences included working with Special needs children. Once I had my own children, I opted to stay home with my 2 babies for 6 years. Then, I taught Preschool in Vt. as well as being a Title 1 Reading...

Care Member says "Loriel has been a nanny to our two kids that were 2 yo and 4 yo at that time. Loriel is really great about engaging kids in educational activities...

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Any Subject Tutor - Including SAT Or GRE Prep

Raritan, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
I recently graduated from Arcadia University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and a Masters in Public Health. I have been tutoring for the past 6 years. Now I work independently. I have tutored a range from 3rd grade to post-college. I mostly tutor math or SAT prep, I have done chemistry, statistics, SSAT prep, ACT and GRE...

Xiaohua Z. says "Layla is a really good tutor. She has great patient and much knowledge. My son likes her class. He said that she is very smart and know everything he...

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Experienced And Compassionate Educator Offering Personalized Care And Learning Support

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Reading Specialist/Language Arts And Math Tutor

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 35 years of teaching experience. I am a retired language arts teacher and reading specialist. I have taught elementary school language arts and math and middle school language arts. Please contact me to discuss how I can help your child improve in school.

Care Member says "Heidi helped my son immensely after he fell behind. She does a great job of breaking down complex subjects in a way he can understand and at his level....

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Art Teacher

Morristown, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello families, I am an elementary STEAM teacher in Livingston Public Schools who has also taught kindergarten and elementary art. In my free time I love to paint, draw, read, watch my favorite shows and movies, play video games, hike, and meditate. I have a degree in psychology with a minor in fine arts and a second degree in...

Cindy M. says "Lauren is a very dedicated and caring person. She is committed to giving her all in any situation she undertakes. She is warm, kind and thoughtful. "

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Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a 7th year certified teacher. I have my Masters of Arts in Teaching in Elementary and Special Education and currently teach grade 5 literacy. I am certified Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner. My experience with children includes teaching grades Pre-K through 12, various needs and ability levels. I am available for...

Cathryn R. says "Shelby has been a great caregiver. She is very dependable. Calm with the kids and has been unflappable. My kids really enjoy their time with her. She...

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Bedminster, NJ

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Andrea, I am married with two gown daughters, I live in Bedminister, I have worked at the North Plainfield board of Education for 7 years, as a Paraprofessional, and from there I worked at Sunshine Preschool as the Head Infant toddler teacher, I love children, and people, after I left the daycare, I have cared...

Kimberly M. says "Andrea was professional, attentive, and trustworthy. I felt that my girls were safe, which is the most important thing for me. My two year old has a...

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Reader Leader

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...

David M. says "JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed,...

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Part-Time Babysitter Or Private Tutor

Morristown, NJ

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I started babysitting when I was 13 years old and prior to that was a mother's helper for several years. I have watched children as young as 6 months old to kids as old as 13. I change diapers, feed the kids, clean up any messes made, play with them, and make sure they have everything they need. I am an experienced yet fun and...
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Engaging Storyteller And Creative Game Inventor

Bridgewater, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a certified elementary public school teacher. I have been teaching ESL for the past three years to grades K-5. I taught English abroad in Spain for two years and my major in college was Spanish, so would love to share my enthusiasm of the language and culture with the children. I worked with a wonderful family during...
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Madison, NJ

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$25/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My name is Yuly and I am from Colombia. I am an excellent babysitter/nanny. I am a mom. I am always looking for activities and opportunities for the kids. I have excellent references and a very good connection with the kids and the family. I am 34 years old, and I have 10 years experience as babysitting. I love to share my...
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Bubbly,kind And Loving Sitter. Art Is The Reason I Smile.

Gladstone, NJ

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$27/hr
8 years experience
I am a performer by profession. I am a passionate individual often being enthusiastic. My Mother as a child psychologist has taught me more about working with children. I'd describe my personality as caring, bubbly and kind. I like working with kids they out the best in me. I grew up in church Sunday school and grew into...
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I Enjoy Working With Kids

Dunellen, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
Hello, I'm Lucia. I've been working with kids for 3 years now. I'm a preschool teacher . I worked 3 years as a preschool teacher and still continuing. I love working with kids, I love painting with them, reading books or even teaching them. I am comfortable with pets. I do speak 2 languages. (English and Spanish). I also have my...
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Warren, NJ

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello My name is Becky and I am a recent college graduate. I have a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences and I am an aspiring Speech Language Pathologist. I also have an associates degree in Education P-12. I have 4 years working with infant and preschool aged children and 5 years overall in working in the preschool...
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About Me

New Providence, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I like working with kids because at heart I'm also still a kid, and I enjoy being active, having the chance to interact with children, and having a positive impact on each child is very important to me. Building relationships with children and parents, is an opportunity for me to learn and grow towards being the best possible...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of July 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Basking Ridge, NJ

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

Taryn L.

Taryn is AMAZING! She has cared for my two children many times. She is loving, patient, reliable, and trustworthy. Both my children are...

- Care member

Susan R.

Susan worked for us for a couple of months, taking care of our two boys aged 9 and 13. She helped us with kids school work, pick ups / drop...

- Pranav P.

Lori C.

Loriel has been a nanny to our two kids that were 2 yo and 4 yo at that time. Loriel is really great about engaging kids in educational...

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Basking Ridge, NJ

Hiring a local reading tutor in Basking Ridge, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of July 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 3 reading tutors in Basking Ridge, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Basking Ridge 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 Basking Ridge 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 Basking Ridge 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 Basking Ridge, NJ, 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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