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Nina Z.

Expert Tutoring By Credentialed Teacher/Reading Specialist Who Understands Unconventional Learners

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 years of teaching experience, mainly with middle and high school students with learning differences. I specialize in supporting and motivating unconventional and reluctant learners to succeed in school. I believe there is a way to engage every student, by building a positive relationship and incorporating each...

Anthea A. says "Nina worked with my 6th Grade for several months. We would have loved to continue as she is a wonderful teacher and helped him a lot. She is timely,...

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Engaging, Competent Tutor With A Strong Track Record

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Dear Parents, I am a natural when it comes to teaching as I readily engage students. I pay attention to how each student learns best to discern strategies that work. Students learn best when the process is engaging, meaningful and fun. I have spent much time as a credentialed teacher at the elementary, middle, high and college...

Jerry J. says "I highly recommend Lynn Z. as a tutor. I hired Lynn as a private tutor for my two daughters (fourth and first graders, respectively) online here at...

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Tutor

Berkeley, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm a rising senior at the University of California, double majoring in Media Studies and Political Science with a minor in Public Policy. I'm from Los Angeles and have 4+ years of childcare experience with all age groups, including recent nanny work in the Berkeley Hills. My duties included school pick-ups, driving to...
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Tutor

Berkeley, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi parents. If you are looking for an experienced nanny/tutor here I am. Here are some details about me. I have a background in psychology. Before pandemic, I was working at a market research lab. After pandemic, I started working as a tutor. Then a lot of nanny jobs and tutoring jobs came my way. I realized how good I am with...
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Tutor

Berkeley, CA

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$19/hr
My name is Olivia and I am currently a senior in high-school. As an AP English, AP History, AP Science and AP German student, I would be happy to tutor in any of the areas. However, editing English essays and research papers is my specialty. I work for the writing center at my school and regularly complete thorough edits of my...
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Tutor

Berkeley, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I have been a tutor in the Bay Area ever since I moved to Berkeley for college in 2019. I am easy going, focused, and motivated to help others reach their academic goals, whatever those may be. Now that I am finished with my undergraduate work, I have extra room in my schedule for tutoring. I hope to hear from you!
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Berkeley, CA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My name is Emily and I am an audio technology educator currently based in Berkeley. I have experience in tutoring grades 6-12 in all subject matter, as I worked a tutoring based non-profit for many years. My degree is a Bachelors of Arts and Science in Cognitive Science and Media Studies, so I have a strong...
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Part-time Tutor

Berkeley, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Alex and I am a senior at Vanderbilt University. I am majoring in English and Political Science. I have experience tutoring in English, Biology, and Spanish and have helped students with the college application process.
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You And Your Child's New Favorite Sitter! :)

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
My name is Annaliese and I am 24 years old. I have 11 official years of experience caring for children ranging from newborns to 15-year-olds, although I have been watching my younger brothers and neighbors since I was 11. I am currently working on two AS degrees in Biological Sciences and Health Sciences to transfer to UCSC, but...

Olive L. says "Annaliese was great with our kids! She gave the kids lots of attention and care. We would definitely hire again."

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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hello! Born & raised here in the East Bay, I have lots of caregiving and teaching experience with children, including infant care to care for teens locally and overseas. I love children and am a proud auntie of many cutie pies! :)). Quality time with children are the best! I believe in good people care because I value people and...

Beau B. says "We have been so happy with Annette taking care of our little 8 week old angel pie : ) Annette really brings the sunshine into the home with her bright...

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Love, Compassionate Sitter

Berkeley, CA

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$150/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
I choose to be nanny because I love kids. I have experience looking after them for more than 5 years. I am compassionate, reliable, trustworthy. I volunteered teaching to small kids (primary school level). I enjoy their company, spending time with them doing activities like playing, drawing, reading books, teaching them, taking...
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Fun Sitter!

Berkeley, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
Hi my name is Nicole! Im 20 years old and I have a few years of childcare experience. I am a college student at UC Berkeley and I have my Associates Degree in Psychology. I have a flexible schedule and a reliable car. I can help with tutoring or homework. | have experience in dance, theatre, and art. I enjoy crafts, activities,...
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Sitter In Berkeley, CA

Berkeley, CA

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a rising senior at the University of California, double majoring in Media Studies and Political Science with a minor in Public Policy. I'm from Los Angeles and have 4+ years of childcare experience with all age groups, including recent nanny work in the Berkeley Hills. My duties included school pick-ups, driving to...
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Berkeley, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi, my name is Alex! I am a first-year law student at Georgetown University. I love reading, cooking, sports, and the outdoors. I have five years of babysitting and tutoring experience. Feel free to ask me any additional questions!
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Berkeley, CA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Good day everyone! My name is Irma, I go by my middle name Ariana. I've been babysitting for more than two years. My goal as a babysitter is to provide a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone. While babysitting, I offer educational and creative activities like reading, painting, and outdoor obstacle courses. I believe it is...
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22 Year Old Kind, Fun, And Experienced Nanny/Babysitter/Housitter

Berkeley, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience babysitting including work as after school driver for elementary school-aged kids on a regular basis in high school. I minored in education at UC Berkeley and have worked at learning centers I have been certified to teach reading and writing skills to children with disabilities and learning...
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Berkeley, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Kaylee and I am currently a full time pre-nursing student and certified nurse assistant. I am hoping to become a pediatric oncology nurse once I graduate! In my free time I like to bake, do yoga & spend time with my friends and family. I would say I am a big people person and have always had a desire to...
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Berkeley, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Andrea, a 22-year-old Brooklyn native, fluent in Spanish and CPR-certified. I recently graduated from the University of Southern California and will be starting law school this fall. In the meantime, I'm looking for one-time or short-term roles with families who need an extra set of hands. I have over 7 years of...
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Creative And Compassionate Caregiver

Berkeley, CA

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$19/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Rivi, and I am a preschool teacher and experienced caregiver who has been working in the field for about a decade now. I love arts and crafts, storytelling, and education, and I believe in fostering a love of learning through creativity and play. I'm 29 years old, and work as an early childhood educator at a...
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Part Time Babysitter

Berkeley, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
I have experience watching children and doing nanny work. I have worked with all ages of children. I have worked with infants to school age. I have great references and I am very responsible. When I care for the children I make their meals, take them to the park, and for walks, play some music, give them a bath, and read to...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.56/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Berkeley, CA

Reading Tutors in Berkeley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Nina Z.

Nina worked with my 6th Grade for several months. We would have loved to continue as she is a wonderful teacher and helped him a lot. She is...

- Anthea A.

Lynn Z.

I highly recommend Lynn Z. as a tutor. I hired Lynn as a private tutor for my two daughters (fourth and first graders, respectively)...

- Jerry J.

Annaliese P.

Annaliese was great with our kids! She gave the kids lots of attention and care. We would definitely hire again.

- Olive L.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Berkeley, CA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Berkeley, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $30.56 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 27 reading tutors in Berkeley, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Berkeley 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 Berkeley 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 Berkeley 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 Berkeley, CA, 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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