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Jennifer R.

Part Time Nanny/Mother's Helper And Early Literacy (Reading/Writing) Tutor

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a former Kindergarten teacher and 1st grade Reading Recovery teacher with a true love in Early Childhood Education. I've also spent over two decades as a dedicated stay at home mom raising my (almost grown) children. I provide a safe, nurturing and hands-on environment, and am known for being patient and reliable. I'm...
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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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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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Stirling, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/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
Craft assistance
carpooling
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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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
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Bound Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello my name is Ruby, I've been caring for friends and families for 7 years. I also been on care. com for 3 years. I currently attend Montclair State University and due to COVID-19 most of my classes will be online so I am flexible. I have my own and car so I'm able to handle pick ups and drop offs. I'm also understanding...

Tyler J. says "Ruby was excellent with my 5 year old daughter. Always reliable for last minute coverage. Very sweet girl who was always punctual and polite."

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I Go By Loriel

Bedminster, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Reading Specialist/Language Arts And Math Tutor

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
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$70/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 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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Chatham, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Ella, I'm 18 and a freshman at Pratt Institute looking to do some babysitting during my winter break at home in Chatham (December 13- January 25th). I have a pretty open schedule so I'm free at any time. I have experience working with kids ranging from ages early 3s-8 years old from 3 years of working both as a...
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Hi! My Name Is Helena, I Am Looking For A Full Time/ Part Time Baby Sitting Job!

Bridgewater, NJ

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$30/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as fun, enjoyable, helpful I like working with kids because they bring me joy and helps me become more mature and productive I'm looking for a job that I can engage with the kids and help them with homework or play with them I started working with kids when I was about 15 years old. My mom is a...
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Certified Teacher Looking For A Nannying Job In The Summer/ Occasionally Babysitting During The Year

Bridgewater, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I'm a certified early childhood/elementary education teacher. I substitute teach grades K-6 and tutor reading and math at a learning center ages 3-12 during the year. I'm 30 years old. I have had many experiences babysitting over the years since I was in high school until now. I have three younger brothers that I used to babysit...
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Babysitter For Weekends

Manville, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have babysat for my sister before for her three children. I absolutely love kids and I am willing to help with homework, or read books to them. I am an EMT and along with that I am CPR certified. I'm currently going to college to become a nurse. I also don't mind cleaning up around house if needed. I am also good at tutoring...
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Fanwood, NJ

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$28/hr
3 years experience
After being a stay-at-home mom to my own children for 14 years, I have been working in education field as a paraprofessional for the past 3 years. I'm also working on my Master's in special education at Ramapo College and teacher certification. During the school year, I work at a local public school meeting the educational needs...
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Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I have been taking care of and interacting with children for over 10 years now. I am a middle School Counselor still babysitting on the side. I used to play collegiate basketball, I love animals, I enjoy reading, and I like to be outdoors. My work experience has been with many children from newborns to older teens. I also...
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Maria M

Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
am a very responsible, patient, and caring person. I have experience taking care of children in my family, especially my little cousins and nieces. I love spending time with kids, playing with them, teaching them new things, and watching them grow. Since I was young, I always loved being around children. I used to pretend to be...
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Tutor & Child Care Provider

Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Communication. A huge part of teaching is communicating information. Patience. All children learn at all different rates. Creativity. Allowing children to enjoy the practice of learning and thinking outside of the box. Enthusiasm. Keeping the environment fun and keeping children excited to learn! Confidence. Teaching children to...
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Somerville, NJ

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$60/hr
3 years experience
4th Grade Writing I have taught 4th grade in class resource for 3 years and have experience teaching strategies in Math, Reading, and Writing. I can also provide assistance with Science and Social Studies as well. I have also taught in other elementary settings in grades 2-5.
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Nanny

Madison, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm Shirly, a Colombian, and I've been babysitting for two years. I consider myself a cheerful, creative, patient person committed to children's well-being. I enjoy teaching them new things, helping them with their homework, and being part of their emotional and educational development. I have worked with children of...
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  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of April 2026

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.

Mariana P.

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

- Stephanie Z.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Basking Ridge, NJ

The average cost for a reading tutor in Basking Ridge, NJ as of April 2026 is $25.00 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 Basking Ridge, 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 Basking Ridge, 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 Basking Ridge, 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 Basking Ridge, 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 Basking Ridge, 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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