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Melissa G.

Colonial Heights, VA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Melissa. I am a mother of two young adults, ages 16 and 20. My passion for caring for children began at a young age while babysitting my five younger brothers. I enjoy taking walks, reading, listening to music, dancing, and playing fun, silly board games. With over 10 years of experience as a teacher...
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Heidy V.

Full Time -Nanny

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hi my name is Heidy and I absolutely love caring for children! I have 10 years of experience working with kids from many different age groups infants-school aged. I'm a very creative person, and love doing arts, and crafts . Some of my favorite activities to do with children are reading stories, playing games, teaching and...

Anna F. says "Heidy is the BEST! She is one of the only people we feel comfortable with taking care of our son. She has such a calming presence and he loves her. She's a...

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Daniella G.

Big Kid At Heart Wishing To Bring Your Kids Joy, Happiness, And Fun Learning!

Hopewell, VA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm A Former Multi-Classroom Assistant Teacher for Infants/Toddlers which consisted in teaching them everything their little minds can handle (handwashing, cleaning, ABC'S, colors, shapes, days of the week, sensory, and so much more!). I love kids, I love pets, I love people. I am Friendly , sweet, goofy, fun, and caring. I'm...

Leandra T. says "Daniella is easy to work with, always on time and she cares for children. A very heartwarming spirit, upbeat and sincere. She would be a great asset for...

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Jackie C.

Richmond, VA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have experience in child care through both personal and volunteer roles, caring for children of various ages in safe, engaging, and nurturing environments. I've assisted with daily routines such as preparing meals, helping with homework, organizing activities, and ensuring a clean, safe space. I focus on encouraging learning...
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Diana C.

Richmond, VA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi - my name is Diana and I am an incoming freshman at Stanford University. I love engaging with kids and I'm looking forward to working this summer before I enroll in the fall. I have over five years experience babysitting and tutoring children ages 4-12. I have tutored multilingual students in a variety of subjects such as...
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Saranda O.

My name is Saranda

Chester, VA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
Hello, I am Ms. Randa! I have four years of experience in early childhood education and childcare. I began my career in 2021 at The Goddard School, where I worked as an assistant teacher and floater. In 2023, I decided to expand my expertise and transitioned into full-time nannying. Since then, I have had the pleasure of working...
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Idayziah J.

Prince George, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi, I'm Idayziah-a dedicated tutor passionate about helping students of all ages reach their academic goals. As a master's candidate with a background in business, marketing, and project management, I support learners from elementary school through college. I specialize in reading, writing, math, and study strategies, and I'm...
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Jessica M.

Richmond, VA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
I've been working with children for 10+ years and each child has brought so much joy to my life. I have worked in daycare centers as a lead teacher as well as being a nanny. I think working with kids has made my life very beautiful. In my personal time, I enjoy reading, hiking and journaling. I also love listening to music and...
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Amber F.

Part-time Summer Tutor

Chester, VA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a graduate student at JMU studying applied psychological research. With my current degree and past education I have mastered skills in math/statistics, reading and writing, biology/science, and psychology. I have tutored children between the ages of 6-16 in the subjects of math, science, and reading. Additionally,...
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Hillary L.

Experienced Graduate-Level Tutor

Richmond, VA

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
5 years experience
I am a current Master's Degree student in Social Work and have previously earned a Master's in Business Administration. My Undergraduate degree was in both Business and English Literature. I have experience tutoring elementary-aged students through Undergraduate college students in math (including Algebra, Statistics, and...
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Taylor C.

Midlothian, VA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I often go into my mom's classroom to help her out and do simple classroom tasks and occasionally will help with kids. I have also worked at an autistic kids camp, so I have experience with special needs children. In high school, I did a program where I went into classrooms and...

Kimberly D. says "I could not have asked for a better nanny for my girls than Taylor! She is kind, dependable, and handles anything thrown her way. My girls and I adore...

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Connie L.

Part-Time (That Might Work Into Full-Time) Baby Sitter, Errand Runner, Homework Helper

Richmond, VA

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I substitute to teach preschool children, ages infant to 4 years and taught two sessions of summer camp for 4-year-olds. I drive a 5-year-old child weekly for 9 weeks to ballet and gymnastics. I babysit frequently for 15 great nieces and nephews ranging from 4 months to 14 years. Most recently, I have been a nanny for an infant...

Becky M. says "Connie has been a wonderful reliable sub for the Preschool for several years. She has always been available at a moment's notice. She comes to school...

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Jeniffer H.

Responsible Caregiver With 20+ Years Of Professional Experience In Midlothian.

Midlothian, VA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hi! I'm an energetic, highly caring, responsible, positive, "kid-magnet" with many years of experience with children of all ages looking for nannying, babysitting or care in my home. I've been a counselor to at-risk children as a qualified mental health professional for 8+ years, recently running a business for virtual...

John S. says " We were fortunate to have Jen when our three ladies were very young. The time she spent with them reading and teaching them arts and crafts was beyond...

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April R.

Part-Time Sitter With Lots Of Experience!

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, My name is April, I'm 38 years old but I have a lifetime of childcare experience! I am somewhat new to the Richmond area and looking to meet new families to assist in childcare! A little about me... Growing up my mother worked as a home daycare provider, so I learned how to take care of children at a very young age. Children...

Florcita Q. says "April has watched my four children, one of which has autism. She has been extremely dependable and works really well with my special needs child. She's...

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Rebecca I.

Reliable, Fun And Creative Childcare Professional

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Rebecca. My passion is, and always has been, to make a difference in the lives of children. It is so rewarding to fully engage with children in creative activities that stimulate and strengthen their growing minds. I enjoy arts and crafts, reading, teaching, games, outdoors and having fun! My job responsibilities also...

Care Member says "Rebecca is absolutely wonderful. She helped our family when we were in a pinch. She was wonderful with our 5-month old and was very patient when the...

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Veronica T.

Child Care Provider

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I am a VCUarts alumni living, creating, and nannying in Richmond, VA. I have a lot of experience with kids of all ages. My father owned a TaeKwonDo school and I grew up teaching and looking after the students and their siblings. In addition to this, I've had multiple nanny and babysitting jobs where I've looked after multiple...

Ana E. says "Veronica is my younger sister and one thing I can say with absolute certainty is that she is wonderful with kids. She's had a lot of experience with all...

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Yohanna W.

English And History Aid

Midlothian, VA

4.0(1)
from
$13/hr
I have helped tutor in writing before and history. I am getting a minor in history to go along with my major in education.

Kristie W. says "Yohanna helped us get through remote school. We use a lot of visual systems for our kid with extra needs and she didn't miss a beat. The needs of our...

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Nastasya A.

Chesterfield, VA

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
Known as Star to the adults and Mrs. Star to the kiddos. I only provide weekend and date night care at this time! I am a Certified Preschool Teacher with babysitting and nanny experience. I am available to babysit on the weekends! I do have over 15+ years of experience with all ages as well. I have a 11-year-old of my own and...

Care Member says "She is wonderful and our 2 toddlers loved her. I highly recommend!!"

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Anna K.

Tutor

Midlothian, VA

3.5(0)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Anna, and I am a college student that lives in Midlothian, VA. Due to COVID my classes at Longwood University are online, but this gives me a rare opportunity to work while completing my necessary course work. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. I am currently finishing up my last semester...
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Matilda B.

Richmond, VA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience
I try to focus on the sense of wonder and satisfaction that comes with learning. I have worked closely with kids of all ages throughout my life, so I know the importance of communicating with everyone in a respectful way rather than talking down to them, listening carefully to their concerns, and having patience.
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Colonial Heights, VA

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

Heidy V.

Heidy is the BEST! She is one of the only people we feel comfortable with taking care of our son. She has such a calming presence and he...

- Anna F.

Daniella G.

Daniella is easy to work with, always on time and she cares for children. A very heartwarming spirit, upbeat and sincere. She would be a...

- Leandra T.

Taylor C.

I could not have asked for a better nanny for my girls than Taylor! She is kind, dependable, and handles anything thrown her way. My girls...

- Kimberly D.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Colonial Heights, VA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Colonial Heights, VA on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of November 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 Colonial Heights, VA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights, VA, 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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