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Rachel C.
Chester, CT
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have been tutoring for over 5 years and have had paid experience for the past 3 years. My most recent tutoring experience has been with a junior in high school. I am most comfortable working with elementary school aged children, but am capable of tutoring from ages 6 through 16. I have tutored in most subjects, but I am also...
Lauren M.
Higganum, CT
$44/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello my name is Lauren! I would like to briefly introduce myself. I am 25 years old, and I am from Haddam CT. I am currently finishing up my degree in Early Childhood education at Southern Connecticut State University. After graduating I plan to use my degree to become a kindergarten teacher. I have worked at multiple daycares...
5.0
"Lauren has many years of experience working with children of all ages and has a true passion for education. With her background in teaching, she would be the perfect caregiver for any family. If I had to...
Reviewed by Devyn S.
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Hello! My name is Rebekkah . I have had a ton of experience in child care from teaching pre-k in Austin Texas at the Prep school in Dripping Springs, where we taught multiple subjects like math, computer skills, yoga, and reading and I am certified in Texas for childcare. I also nannied for 2 children in Essex for 3 years and...
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Hello, I am currently looking for a summer nanny position. I am a building substitute for a middle school in my town and will not have a job during summer vacation...
I am going to school to become a seventh grade Language Arts teacher, since I love being around children all day. I've been around kids since I was 12, either...
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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring, and personable.
I like working with kids because it is one of the most rewarding things I have experienced. I worked at a daycare for a while and I began to see how much I loved teaching and helping children grow.
I started working with kids when I was about 10 as a mothers...
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Over my high school career, I have tutored students in both math and Spanish. In 2021, I received my Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish I am currently a junior applied math and statistics major that has had experience in courses such as algebra, applied algebra, linear algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus(I, II, III, IV), graph...
Nancy I.
Old Saybrook, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am certified to teach grades K-6 and can tutor in any subject.
Katie L.
Westbrook, CT
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Former Preschool Teacher And Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education Here To Support Young Learners
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As a nanny for three years for a fabulous family juggling so much, I saw first hand the challenges homework can place upon a whole family's routine. This is compounded when the child may be struggling with learning disabilities, ADD, or other developmental delays. I have experience providing creative, engaging, yet firm and...
Brenna C.
Higganum, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Licensed K-6 Educator Looking For Part Time/ Weekday Summer Work
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Certified CT Elementary educator, 6+ years teaching K-6: I began my babysitting career when I was 12, moving on to nannying, swim instructing, working for a daycare, and now a full time kindergarten teacher. My specialities are in crafting, spending time outside, reading, singing (but not very well!) cooking, and swimming! I am...
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Hello! Thank you for reading my bio. I have 25+ years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teens. I have worked with children in a variety of roles-including nanny, school paraprofessional, and certified teacher. For the past two years I have been an after-school and summer nanny. I retired early from...
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Hi! I have over 35 years experience working with children as preschool and Sunday School teacher, full-time nanny, occasional sitter, and elementary school volunteer, in addition to raising my 3 kids (including a set of twins). I enjoy reading to kids, doing art projects, cooking and playing outside. Currently I'm looking for...
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I have provided child care services to a variety of families over the years. I have cared for children between the ages of 6 months and 13 years, with a maximum of five children at one time. I have changed diapers, bathed children, prepared dinner, put children to bed (including reading stories), and assisted with homework, in...
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Hi there! My name is Marisa and I am a passionate with a masters degree and education and a specialization and special education. I have dedicated my career to helping students achieve their full potential. I am currently looking for a nannying or tutoring position this summer. I was a swimmer for 16 years and a lifeguard for...
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I am a creative and compassionate educator with a whole child approach to instruction. My experience is primarily with middle school students, but I am currently working at the high school level. I also have experience with elementary aged children during summer programs. I taught Language Arts for 11 years, including...
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Hi there! My name is Scout (like Scout Finch!) and I am a 25-year-old tutor with 6 years of experience. Most of my experience has been with elementary aged children who are on the autism spectrum, and who have ADHD and behavioral difficulties.
My specialties are in writing, social studies, and elementary math. I am also able...
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I have 3 years of experience in tutoring (both freelance and at a specialized center) and a B. Sc. in Mathematics. I can help with tutoring in Mathematics, as well as other subject areas and for standardized tests.
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I'm Cassie, an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) at Alice Peck Learning Center. I work with kiddos (from ages 3-5) with autism, speech and language delays, emotional disturbances and intellectual disabilities. Before this, I taught at the Foote School for four years as an associate teacher in fourth and fifth grade....
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"Cassie very quickly got to know my kids. She was very engaging, goofy, and fun, and played with them. She was punctual and able to balance being playful with being the authority figure, ensuring the rules were...
Reviewed by Alice G.
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Hello, I have been teaching at the elementary level for 22 years. I have taught all subjects and have tutored students in reading and math, ages 7 to 12. Additionally, I am a certified TESOL teacher with experience teaching decoding and reading skills to speakers of other languages. I have worked with diverse groups of children...
5.0
"Beth has been caring for my two elementary school-aged sons for the past year in my home, and has been absolutely wonderful. My sons love spending time with her because she is fun-loving, funny, creative,...
Reviewed by Jessica W.
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I have been a professional Nanny for over 20 years and love what I do! I have cared for many families in my time. I have been with 6 families and have cared for 4 kids at a time. I have experience with newborns through high school age children. I generally stay with a family from birth till kindergarten.
5.0
"Consider your family incredibly lucky if your children are entrusted into Tracy's care. She is not only punctual, she's early for her shifts; she's kind, patient, energetic, creative... all the traits anyone...
Reviewed by Eveann M.
4.1
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I directed shows with hundreds of kids in Ct. Babysitter for an architect in Guilford, Cardiac Lab Specialist in Branford, Yale Doctor etc. Arts and Humanities Trainer with Y-USA. I am a volunteer with numerous educational organizations. Philosophy of care is attention and support of whole child and family. Focus on play,...
5.0
"Only interviewed because we decided to go with something involving other kids instead of traditional babysitter. Liked her a lot and would have hired if we went with this strategy."
Reviewed by David H.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Chester, CT
Lauren M.
5.0
Lauren has many years of experience working with children of all ages and has a true passion for education. With her background in teaching, she would be the perfect caregiver for any family. If I had to describe Lauren in three words I'd say she is loyal, hardworking and compassionate. If my baby...
- Devyn S.
Cassandra S.
5.0
Cassie very quickly got to know my kids. She was very engaging, goofy, and fun, and played with them. She was punctual and able to balance being playful with being the authority figure, ensuring the rules were followed. Avoided screen time and had the kids outside playing or inside crafting the...
- Alice G.
Beth M.
5.0
Beth has been caring for my two elementary school-aged sons for the past year in my home, and has been absolutely wonderful. My sons love spending time with her because she is fun-loving, funny, creative, active, warm, and flexible. Any family would be fortunate to have her care for their...
- Jessica W.
Tracy L.
5.0
Consider your family incredibly lucky if your children are entrusted into Tracy's care. She is not only punctual, she's early for her shifts; she's kind, patient, energetic, creative... all the traits anyone could possibly want in a nanny. We adore her & our family is better having had her in our...
- Eveann M.
Gina T.
5.0
Only interviewed because we decided to go with something involving other kids instead of traditional babysitter. Liked her a lot and would have hired if we went with this strategy.
- David H.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Chester, CT
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Chester, CT?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Chester, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 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 Chester, CT?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Chester, CT. You can search for candidates by their distance from Chester 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 Chester that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Chester, 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 Chester 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 Chester, CT?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Chester, 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 Chester, 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.