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Jenny W.

Retired Preschool Teacher

Capitola, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
In addition to raising my own two children, I have worked as a preschool teacher for over 20 years in the El Dorado Hills area. I love watching children learn, grow, and blossom with their own unique potential. Kids of ALL ages have always been my passion. I love ALL things active and outdoors. I also love arts and crafts,...

Kymberly H. says "If we could have one nanny for the rest of time - it would be Ms. Jenny. She came into our lives as our nanny but quickly became more than that. She...

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Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
My name is Erika, and I'm from Brazil. I have been working with children for over nine years. I have an associate degree in Early Childhood Education, and I am studying at Cabrillo College, pursuing a degree in Psychology. My daily activities with kids consist of feeding, playing, reading, dancing, singing, bathing, nap time,...

Care Member says "Erika nannied for us when our nanny was gone for an extended period of time, where I dropped my 1.5 year old off for a nanny share. She was so great...

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Out Of Season Camp Councilor

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I've been a babysitter since I was 13 and can provide numerous positive referrals. I love kids and encouraging them to explore, create, and interact with the world around them in positive and meaningful ways. I have two degrees one in Sociology, and another Social Justice and Cultural Studies with a minor in theatre. I've been a...

Jocelyn S. says "10/10 would hire her again. She arrived on time, took charge of the situation, and day one it felt like she had been babysitting for us forever. She is...

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Hi!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
I like working with kids because they amaze me with how smart they are! I was very nearly a preschool teacher and I absolutely love watching that age group figure out how things work and problem solve. Older kids are great to work with because they generally want to help out if there's younger kids and if not then we get to just...

Matilda W. says "Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely...

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Playful And Experienced!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
If you are looking for a responsible, patient, playful, and experienced caregiver, then give me a call! I have extensive childcare and teaching experience. I love outdoor excursions and am very energetic, but also enjoy soft reading time, imaginative play, and crafts. I have years of baby - toddler care experience, and have...

Care Member says "Rena is a real treasure! After an initial tour of how I care and comfort my newborn, Rena took over cuddling and interacting with my daughter. She...

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Kind, Fun, Energetic, And Loving Babysitter

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Vianey (pronounced V-N-A). I'm seeking a babysitter work opportunity in Santa Cruz, California. I promise to be caring, and dependable. Services And Training: I have lots of experience caring for kids, (Babies, toddlers, kids, and adolescents). I also have experience with play date supervision, afterschool care,...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Megan and I'm seeking a full time nanny family. I have a wide range of childcare experience including babysitting/pick up care, full time nanny work, and I worked in daycares/preschools as both an aide and lead teacher! I come with several strong references from both personal nanny/babysitting families and...
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Felton, CA

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$24/hr
8 years experience
I'd describe my personality as positive, creative, and caring I like working with kids because they are full of curiosity and energy. I started taking care of my younger brother immediately and branched out to paying jobs at 13. I have been a camp counselor since I was 14 working with children of all ages. I have also worked...
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Tutor/Editor

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced tutor, and I have worked in education in Santa Cruz County for over 30 years. I have taught and substituted grades 1-12. I am familiar with California Content Standards. I am trained in the best strategies for making curriculum materials accessible and enjoyable. I have expertise in supporting students to...
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Experienced Early Childhood Educator, Available All M-F.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
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Hi there, I'm Cloey! I am a Santa Cruz local with a passion for supporting the families in my community. I currently work as a mental health counselor, though I have spent the past 10 years caring for children aged 3 months to 10 years as both a preschool teacher and nanny. I truly miss working with kiddos, and I am ideally...
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Certificated Elementary School Teacher

Santa Cruz, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years teaching experience in both upper and lower elementary, specifically K, 3rd, and 4th grade. I also have experience teaching STEAM and reading intervention. I am passionate about helping students feel confident and successful with school.
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Loving Sitter And Fun Personality

Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello parents my names Cassie! I am a 24-year-old experienced nanny. I love all things outdoors, arts, music, and reading. I have done child care for about 6 years. I have loads of experience working with children from the ages 3 and up. I have worked at daycares, teaching kids how to snowboard, tutoring and co-teaching...
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English Tutor - Specializing In Working With Struggling Readers (Beverly Hills/Century City)

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I have over half of a decade of experience working as an English teacher and as a tutor with those who struggle with English Language Arts. I have a passion for teaching and a way of working with students that creates a trusting relationship leading to lasting results. In short: I love teaching! Teaching is more than just...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi All! I thoroughly enjoy teaching and helping kids with schoolwork. The back and forth and the light-bulb moments when students see something they hadn't before is a such a great feeling. I have my degree in Child Development and have worked in classroom settings, one on one and in small groups.
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Caring, Creative K-8 Tutor

Aptos, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Currently only available for online tutoring . Masters in Education with specialization in English. Tutoring in elementary and middle school all subjects. Need executive functioning coaching for your high school student? Habit formation? Anxiety ? Ask me about my coaching services. Preschool and ESL certifications and many...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$24/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Mara, and I'm looking for a private nanny job in the Santa Cruz area. I am looking for a job that is at least 20 hours a week, and I'm hoping to take care of 1-3 kids at a time. My experience is mostly with ages 12-24 months, but I have experience with 6-12 months, toddlers, pre-k and grade school. I am...
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Future Teacher Of America

Santa Cruz, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as Silly, Fun-loving, and Responsible I like working with kids because I love watching learning happen. I find so much joy in helping kids learn and grow into the people they were meant to be. Kids have such a unique perspective on the world and I really love helping them use what they know to make...
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Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Sierra and I am a holistic nutrition student in Santa Cruz. I have 7 years of experience with child care, in various ages. The last few have been around 2 years old. I have experience in lots of different areas of teaching children as well, I lived and worked in San Francisco as an assistant/teachers aide in a...
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Childcare Experience

Los Gatos, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I'm looking for a part time job! Provide safe and reliable atmosphere for babe's activities also reading drawing and fun games! and children's drive , homework, Chinese If you need some cooking, we can also negotiate it! My available time is 9am-2 p.m. on the weekdays and anytime at the weekends. Thank you!

Yuju L. says "Xiaoyuan is a very thoughtful, caring, and patient helper! She is highly responsible and always punctual, and I'm very grateful for her assistance. She...

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Amber Loves Children; Preschool Teacher In Training

San Jose, CA

3.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Amber, and I am a dedicated childcare professional with over 14 years of experience working with children. I have cared for and taught children from infancy through elementary school. I also have experience as a nanny and as a Behavioral Specialist supporting children with autism. I am currently completing my...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Capitola, CA

Reading Tutors in Capitola, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Jenny W.

If we could have one nanny for the rest of time - it would be Ms. Jenny. She came into our lives as our nanny but quickly became more than...

- Kymberly H.

Erika M.

Erika nannied for us when our nanny was gone for an extended period of time, where I dropped my 1.5 year old off for a nanny share. She was...

- Care member

Sierra L.

10/10 would hire her again. She arrived on time, took charge of the situation, and day one it felt like she had been babysitting for us...

- Jocelyn S.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Capitola, CA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Capitola, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.00 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 1 reading tutors in Capitola, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Capitola 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 Capitola 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 Capitola 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 Capitola, 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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