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Tahna L.

Patient, Flexible, And Creative Tutor

Bellingham, WA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
I have tutored a variety of ages and skill levels off and on over the last 5 years. I started by volunteering in my mother's second and third grade classroom where I would work with kids who were falling behind or need special attention. I have also have volunteered at the middle school's after school program and helped kids...

Jennifer E. says "Very kind. She's an excellent role model and has very sound judgement. She worked with students who experienced disabilities in my classroom for over...

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Allison A.

Certified Teacher And Adventurer

Bellingham, WA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Allison I have 3 years of being a certified teacher with a Math endorsement. I also spent 4 years of teaching Outdoor Education prior to getting my Masters in Teaching. I have taught in Elementary and Middle Schools. I currently nanny/tutor two boys on Wednesdays and Thursdays. I can help tutor K-8 students in all...
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Allison K.

Full-Time Tutor Available

Bellingham, WA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I am currently employed at the Western Washington Tutoring Center. I have been working there for almost two years now. At the tutoring center, I work with students in math, chemistry, and biology! I have tutored and worked with hundreds of students giving me lots of practice. Working at the tutoring center also requires lots of...
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Ember G.

Part Time Tutor For Children 12 And Under

Bellingham, WA

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$18/hr
Hello! My name is Ember. I am a university student looking for part-time work as a children's tutor. I have three years of childcare experience, and some experience as an art tutor. I'd be happy to help with all subjects. I am also fluent in Spanish and can provide language tutoring.
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Alyssa E.

Fun Tutor And Sitter!

Bellingham, WA

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$20/hr
I have volunteered at Holding out Help, an organization that helps people escape polygamy. I tutored children ages 5-15. I love helping people learn, especially kids. I grew up around 14 nieces and nephews who are all younger than me. I have also taught kids (4-7) how to ski for 2 years at Brighton Ski Resort. I also worked at a...
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Nina C.

Tutor If You Need One!

Bellingham, WA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Nina, and I am a second year student at WWU, majoring in applied mathematics. I have completed many mathematics courses, up to ordinary differential equations this past summer. I also have confidence in my English, History, Basic sciences, and more! I completed high school with a 3. 7 GPA, and was a member of...
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Sarah M.

Encouraging Tutor And Music Teacher

Bellingham, WA

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a recent college grad with 8 years of tutoring and teaching children in both professional and casual settings. Most of my experience is based in music, but I have tutored for English and Language Arts related subjects in the past. I love encouraging children to push past self-doubt and to be confident in what they are...
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Steve L.

Math / English / Science Tutor For Grades 4 - 12

Bellingham, WA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Steve. My wife and I live in Bellingham. I've taught all levels of math up to Honors Geometry, 9th Grade Physical Science (IPS), 10th grade Biology, 7th grade Life Science, 6-9th grades English, and Creative Writing for all ages. I've also coached Varsity Boy's Soccer two different upper schools, as well as...
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Dakota M.

Elementary Teacher-Tutor Over The Summer

Bellingham, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Dakota and I recently became a stay-at-home mom. I left my teaching job after 7 years to stay home with my 9-month-old son. I spent four years teaching 1st grade and three years teaching a 5/6 multiage class. My degree is in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Language Arts. While teaching the 5/6 multiage...
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Marissa H.

Bellingham, WA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I have tutored multiple children in various subjects ranging from math and reading to French. I have lots of experience with working kids and am ready to help for any subject I can!
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Beth E.

Tutor

Bellingham, WA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My name is Beth. I am currently working towards my Masters in Teaching English Literature and intend to graduate this May. My tutoring background has largely been in the following content areas: English, History, Drama, Science, AP testing, SAT prep, vocal lessons, public speaking, and study skills. I taught a public...
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Madeleine B.

Energetic Arts And English Tutor

Bellingham, WA

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$18/hr
I have primarily tutored younger children in reading comprehension, but I absolutely adore all facets of English. I could tutor in creative writing, grammar skills, editing, and poetics. I am currently studying Painting. Outside of my art courses, I have devoted almost all of my credits to advancing my understanding of poetics...
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Ginger J.

Teacher/Tutor

Bellingham, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I've retired from full-time elementary classroom teaching (K-6), with over 15 years' experience. I'm currently licensed in Washington state and working as a substitute in area schools. I have a particular love of language arts and social studies, but I teach all subjects. Lots of experience and patience with all types of...
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Mila L.

Thoughtful And Patient Tutor

Bellingham, WA

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$15/hr
I was raised by a professor and a tutor, and have learned essential skills in teaching techniques from them. I am a coherent writer and have the ability to work with people of all abilities. I grew up struggling with dyslexia, but now read at an above-average level and have a great understanding of the English language. I have...
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Rachel W.

Experienced And Educated Sitter

Bellingham, WA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Rachel W is a wholehearted caregiver who has been working with children since she was 13. Besides having a degree in education, she has also held a variety of jobs in childcare positions. Throughout college, Rachel was a soccer coach for children ages 5-16 and even hosted birthday parties and events at a local chocolate...
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Emily T.

Bellingham, WA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I have experience tutoring kids from ages 5 to 13 in subjects including science, math, and writing. Online learning during this pandemic can be very hard for families! I would love to help kids feel engaged and excited about learning. I have taken courses at the teaching college at Western Washington and have been teaching kids...
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Gloria P.

Experienced Writing Instructor

Bellingham, WA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Gloria and I'm passionate about the power of the written word. I have 2 years of experience teaching writing and research skills at the college level. I can help high school-aged kids with their language, grammar, and research skills in humanities subjects like literature, history, and writing. With college...
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Sofia B.

Fun, Understanding, And , Experienced

Bellingham, WA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I'm a 24-year-old college student. I just transferred back to Washington for University. I have been the go-to sitter for my friends and family for more than 5 years now. I am able to help with cleaning, up, snack time, mealtime, homework, bath time, reading, playtime, crafts, outdoors, naptime, and getting ready for bed. I...

Noemy Q. says "I loved how sweet and kind Sofia was with my daughter. Had some last min. changes and was able to work with my schedule. Pleasant to have her around."

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Kelly M.

Professional Nanny

Bellingham, WA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a professional nanny with 30 years of hands on experience in all aspects of caring for children, from newborn to teenager. I enjoy playing with children, reading to children, coloring and crafts, playing board games, going for walks, going to the park, library, FIG, etc. and teaching kids basic preschool concepts, and how...

Margaret M. says "Kelly is a very thoughtful caretaker for our 1- and 3-year-old. She plans age-appropriate learning and play activities for them daily. The kids look...

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Brinley F.

Creative And Fun Babysitter

Bellingham, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I am Brinley. I am certified teacher with a degree in Inclusive Education. Prior to nannying, I have worked at the ASCDC which is located on the university's campus for 2 years. I have a reliable sedan for transporting needs, being able to fit 2 car seats if needed. Pets and animals are not an issue at all (I have 2 cats). I...

Lauren G. says "Brinley is so kind and accommodating. She even brought art supplies and activities to keep the kiddos entertained. My daughter never wants her to leave...

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  • 59 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.69/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Bellingham, WA

Reading Tutors in Bellingham, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 59 listed reading tutors

Tahna L.

Very kind. She's an excellent role model and has very sound judgement. She worked with students who experienced disabilities in my...

- Jennifer E.

Sofia B.

I loved how sweet and kind Sofia was with my daughter. Had some last min. changes and was able to work with my schedule. Pleasant to have...

- Noemy Q.

Kelly M.

Kelly is a very thoughtful caretaker for our 1- and 3-year-old. She plans age-appropriate learning and play activities for them daily. The...

- Margaret M.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Bellingham, WA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Bellingham, WA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.69 per hour as of October 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 51 reading tutors in Bellingham, WA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Bellingham 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 Bellingham 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 Bellingham 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 Bellingham, WA, 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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