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I have been an elementary school special education teacher for 15 years, providing instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Currently I am a literacy specialist working with special education students
I have my bachelor's in Elementary and Special Education.
I have my masters in remedial reading and a level 1 Wilson...
Kindness, compassion, empathy, and patience are the character traits that enabled me to be a successful mother, teacher, tutor and caregiver. I raised 2 successful, independent, compassionate daughters. I followed in my fathers footsteps and dedicated 36 years to teaching gr. K - gr. 3 students specializing in reading. . I...
I am currently a elementary resource teacher. This is my 13th year of teaching. I have my remedial reading degree as well as level 1 Wilson certification. I have been babysitting since I was in high school. I enjoy being outside, doing crafts, and reading. I am able to help with homework. I am able to prepare meals if necessary....
I was an elementary NYC school teacher for 14 years and earned a Bachelor's of Science as well as a Master's Degree in Elementary and Special Education from St. John's University. I am also a Reading Specialist and have NYS Permanent Certification in all 3 areas. I left teaching to become a full- time mom and live in Brookfield...
Stay at home Mom for the last 12 years, since moving to US from England (I am now a US citizen) with plenty of babysitting experience with kids of all ages. I love crafts and enjoy helping with homework and playing both inside and out. I enjoy trips to the park and hiking. I love to read with children. I have more time on my...
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"I cannot recommend Victoria enough, she is extremely dependable, punctual, and trustworthy. My kids both adored her, and so did my pets! In addition to playing with my boys, taking them on fun outings, and...
Hello there! My name is Jil. I graduated May 2023 at Central Connecticut State University with a bachelors in Psychology. I do have experience caring for younger children, more specifically ages 1-3 as I am currently a teacher at a daycare and have been in daycares for 3 years. It is one of my most favorite things to connect...
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"Jill was a great babysitter to my daughter. She played with her, did puzzles, worked on crafts together and taught her preschool work books. We would definitely hire Jill again."
I began my career in childcare 15 years ago as a teen babysitting for family & family friends. Over the last 10 years, I have had a handful of mid & long term nannying jobs in both California & Connecticut. By trade, I am a licensed and insured massage therapist who owns & operates a small out call massage business facilitating...
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"Michelle is one of the best nannies we have ever worked with. She is a pleasure to be with, my children loved spending time with her, and she is excellent at organizing. I am a particularly messy person, and...
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Working with children is my true passion. I have looked after children for my teen and adult life. I have worked with children from newborn to 16 years old. I love to go outside with kids, exploring, play and have fun. Also, I love to bring out children creative side with lots of crafts, imagination play, reading, baking and...
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"Kasia was a great communicator when I booked her last minute for a date night. She did a great job with my kids including my toddler who has raging separation anxiety. I would happily book her again."
I have more than 20 years of experience working with children of all ages. I'm a mom and I definitely understand what it takes to care for children. I was a foster parent for over 5 year's. I always put my heart and soul in caring for your children. I'm honest, patient, caring and a compassionate person. I love teaching your...
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"Noemi is who you want watching your kid! She is so so friendly and knowledgeable. She arrives on time. My baby loved her, she read my baby books, played with her, fed her, put her to sleep. I feel very...
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My name is Suzanne and I am an experienced childcare provider who has worked in the School system as a para educator, has nannied for years, taught dance, coached t-ball and am a mother to 3 of the most amazing kids on the planet.
I love playing outside, helping with homework, doing crafts, taking trips to the library...
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Growing up I had to help raise my younger brother and when I got older I was a nanny for an 8 month little girl until she was 2. In doing all of this I have learned a lot about children.
Children have lots of needs. They need to be taught, they need to feel loved, they need to feel...
I love children they are a big part of my world, I am the oldest of 5 younger siblings. As well as having plenty of experience from teaching children, tutoring children as well as babysitting for friends and families. I love going outdoors nature is a big part of my life and going on walks include that. I love arts and crafts as...
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I have volunteered as a tutor throughout high school and college for various age groups. I worked as a teacher's aide for high schoolers and then a tutor for younger aged students.
I am a certified elementary teacher in New York looking for work over the summer when I am off from school. I have the most experience with 1st, 2nd, and 5th grade, but am pretty familiar with the curriculum across all elementary level subjects and grades.
I have tutored in English for several years and I am currently an English teacher. I am also interested in a sitter position during the summer months of July and August. I have experience caring for children since I have 3 of my own. Thank you for your consideration.
I currently have 1 year of working experience. I am home on break from Syracuse University where I am currently a Junior majoring in Mathematics and Computer Science. I am able to work 7 days per week at an hourly rate of 20-25 dollars per hour. I am able to teach English Literature, Dutch, Italian, Physics, Chemistry, and...
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I'm a former HS English teacher with a Masters in Education. Although I haven't taught in a school setting recently, I have experience helping students write essays (college, HS, etc), and have experience helping with career advice, business advice, and technology for Seniors.. In addition to tutoring, I love kids,...
We all have a life purpose, a special calling, and mine is teaching children! You love your kids and when you can not be with them you want the absolute best for them. Look no more, I am right here! I will make sure everyone is safe, happy and that they laugh and have fun. We can do arts and crafts, build tracks for Hot Wheels,...
Mature, Caring Responsible P/T Care Giver Available!
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My name is Liz N. I am a Brookfield, CT resident, a 52 yr old mom of 2 (ALMOST empty nest) I enjoy working with both children and the elderly.
I originally was an edu major at Pace University.
I have taught horseback riding to children, run summer camps and been a sub for the Brookfield School System as an aide for special...
In addition to childcare experience, I have school-aged experience: I directed an after-school enrichment program for a local community center where I taught art classes, sewing, science, Legos, woodcraft, and cooking Monday through Fridays. On Saturdays, I have tutored elementary school students with reading, Language Arts,...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Brookfield, CT
Victoria D.
5.0
I cannot recommend Victoria enough, she is extremely dependable, punctual, and trustworthy. My kids both adored her, and so did my pets! In addition to playing with my boys, taking them on fun outings, and making sure they had their responsibilities taken care of, she also was always able to...
- Danielle M.
Jilian M.
5.0
Jill was a great babysitter to my daughter. She played with her, did puzzles, worked on crafts together and taught her preschool work books. We would definitely hire Jill again.
- Michelle A.
Michelle L.
5.0
Michelle is one of the best nannies we have ever worked with. She is a pleasure to be with, my children loved spending time with her, and she is excellent at organizing. I am a particularly messy person, and to this day I have never found anyone who could keep my house in order the way that...
- Elaine S.
Katarzyna G.
5.0
Katarzyna was a blessing to our family. She is an amazing woman and our kids absolutely adored her. She took the kids to sports practice during the week, always ensured their homework was done and did many educational and fun activities with them. We could always depend on her and felt comfortable...
- Jennifer A.
Noemi C.
5.0
Noemi is the best. Id give her double the stars if it was possible. We most certainly landed the jackpot getting her as our sitter. We hired Noemi to watch our son for my brothers wedding. We didn’t know what to expect and were nervous as we have never done this before. I talked to Noemi when we...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Brookfield, CT
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Brookfield, CT?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Brookfield, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $40.25 per hour as of May 2024. 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.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Brookfield, CT?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Brookfield, CT. You can search for candidates by their distance from Brookfield 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 Brookfield that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Brookfield, CT?
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 Brookfield 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.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Brookfield, CT?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Brookfield, CT, 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.
What types of reading tutors near me in Brookfield, CT can I hire?
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.