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Betel T.

Professional Family Care Provider

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, I'm Betel a dedicated and compassionate professional caregiver with over 8 years of experience. My journey in caregiving began at Georgetown University, where I pursued Psychology & Medicine, which fueled my passion for understanding human behavior and development. I found immense fulfillment in delving into topics...

Natalie H. says "Betel is a breath of fresh air! She has completely changed my fussy 9-year old's mind about homework! I see such a drastic difference in her reading...

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Clare F.

Tutor

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I have 15+ years experience of tutoring and classroom teaching. When I work with students, they consistently improve their grades and their confidence. My style is intentionally non-intimidating so that your child can relax and really learn whatever he/she is not understanding. I am dependable, on time, and use the sessions...

Morgan M. says "After a great interview we could see that Clare was the best choice to tutor our son. Scheduling session was a breeze, Clare is a great communicator and...

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Gemma S.

First Grade Teacher Available For Tutoring

Columbia, MD

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have taught in Baltimore County for 4 years. I graduated from Frostburg State University in 2015. I earned a B. S. in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I am certified to teach grades K-6 in the state of Maryland. I have experience working with students in pre-k to fifth grade. I currently teach first grade in...
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Leah M.

Elementary-High School Babysitter & Tutor

Columbia, MD

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am available for your babysitting and tutoring needs :) I love working with kids, and have years of experience from working with family members and day care centers. I am able to watch kids 1-13 years of age. I have worked with kids aged 3-14 tutoring in subjects included but not limited to math, english, science, history,...
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Jeri-ann W.

Academic Boot Camp

Columbia, MD

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$15/hr
I have been assisting friends and family with their school work for many years. This year, I have helped my nephew become successful in his English, Social Studies, and Math classes. I enjoying working with children and I am very passionate about children working to their full potential. I am able to break down subjects so that...
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Alice K.

English Tutor

Columbia, MD

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I currently work in Howard County at Glenelg High School as a Special Education Paraeducator. I usually work with students with mental disabilities, but I also tutor after school for all kinds of individuals. I'm very patient and enjoy helping people accomplish their main learning goals. I can help writing papers, writing...
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Kristina S.

Tutor With Education Degree Available

Columbia, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Kristina and I am a 23-year-old special educator. I graduated Magna Cum Laude with my Bachelors in Early Childhood and Special Education as a Dual major. I have cared for children as a profession for over 10 years with experience ranging from babysitting, working in before & after care with school-aged...
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Amanda H.

Tutor

Columbia, MD

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$60/hr
10 years experience
I've taught kindergarten for 5 years, prior to that I worked as a program specialist for an autism program for 3 years (ages 3-21). This year I am in an elementary special educator position servicing students in K-5. I am certified by the state of Maryland to teach elementary age students K-4 and special education students K-8....
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Lauren R.

Part-Time Tutor

Columbia, MD

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$50/hr
7 years experience
I have worked with all grade levels K-6 through substituting. I have been a third grade teacher for 4 years. I have a Bachelor's in Education, Grades PreK-6.
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Leticia M.

Nanny Looking For Occasional Weekend Work!

Columbia, MD

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
I've been working with kids for around 6 years now, I have done tutoring, nanny/babysitting and also volunteering at a school as an English teacher for 3-5-year-olds. As a nanny/babysitter I have more experience from 4 months to 10 years old, but always open to younger or older kids if needed! In my free time I like to read,...

Asia W. says "Leticia was great with our little one. We had a date night planned and she came in and got him ready and put down for the night. We came back to a...

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Nikki M.

Columbia, MD

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been an educator for 11 years now. I taught 1st grade for 8 years, 3rd grade and 4th grade reading. I got my masters degree as a Reading Specialist and since then have been a reading intervention teacher in the elementary grades, specifically grades 3-5. I have experience with students with disabilities including autism...
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Ciara S.

Babysitter!

Columbia, MD

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi there! I'm a college student with a strong passion for childcare and a warm, responsible personality. I have experience working with children of all ages and truly enjoy helping them learn, grow, and have fun in a safe and nurturing environment. I'm CPR certified, a non-smoker, and more than happy to help with homework,...
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Natarsha M.

Tasha!

Columbia, MD

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$18/hr
Warm, experienced caregiver with a passion for nurturing people of all ages. Currently a first-year elementary school teacher with valuable experience from Kennedy Krieger Institute and Head Start programs. My background in social work enhances my ability to support diverse needs and create enriching environments. I've cared for...
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Nevaeh C.

All About Me

Columbia, MD

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Nevaeh, and I'm a 19-year-old elementary education student. I volunteered at a child care center for a year and later served as a substitute teacher/assistant teacher for another year. I'm confident in my ability to provide top-notch care for your children. I am available weekdays and most Saturdays and...
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Mikhail P.

Miks Biography

Columbia, MD

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Mik and I am ready for any/ all help you need with your children/pets! Whether it's coloring, reading books, helping with homework, or cooking, you've found the right person for it all. I currently live in Columbia but have a well maintained car to travel within a 15 mile radius. I'm a high energy, easy going,...
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Jessica A.

Columbia, MD

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am an experienced and caring babysitter with 20+ years of working with children from newborn to teenager. I have had a variety of childcare experiences, including nanny, in-home nanny, preschool teacher, and babysitter. I specialize in infants and toddlers but am comfortable with other age groups. I am a patient, kind,...
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Maria A.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Columbia, MD

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
With over 20 years of experience in childcare including more than 15 years at a licensed daycare center. I am dedicated to fostering the development and growth of children of all ages. I hold Maryland's 90-Hour Child Daycare Certification, 45+ hours of continuing education, CPR and First Aid certification from the Red Cross, and...
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Rose W.

Passionate Student Teacher

Columbia, MD

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Rose, an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher and proud University of South Carolina alum. I'm passionate about helping children develop academically, socially, and emotionally, and I especially love teaching kids to read-watching them unlock new worlds through words is such a joy! Outside of teaching, I'm a...
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Sara C.

Babysitting Available Part-Time Or Full- Time For The Summer

Columbia, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
Hello and thanks for taking the time to read a little about me. I was a child care teacher for 20yrs. before Covid-19 hit. I worked at the same daycare for all 20 years. I lost my career do to the pandemic but started my new journey as a Para for MCPS. I have enjoyed my first 2 school year and am looking forward to returning in...
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Valerie A.

Valerie

Columbia, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
I have 16 years of experience. I can help with Crafts, arts, homewirk, baking, fun actovities especiallyfor the summer time. I can also help with reading, math, social studies, and science activities. I am also a first grade teacher:) This year fall 2024 will be my third year of teaching In a public school!
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.95/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 4.6

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Columbia, MD

Reading Tutors in Columbia, MD are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Betel T.

Betel is a breath of fresh air! She has completely changed my fussy 9-year old's mind about homework! I see such a drastic difference in her...

- Natalie H.

Clare F.

After a great interview we could see that Clare was the best choice to tutor our son. Scheduling session was a breeze, Clare is a great...

- Morgan M.

Leticia M.

Leticia was great with our little one. We had a date night planned and she came in and got him ready and put down for the night. We came...

- Asia W.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Columbia, MD

Hiring a local reading tutor in Columbia, MD on Care.com will cost an average of $22.95 per hour as of June 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 22 reading tutors in Columbia, MD. You can search for candidates by their distance from Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia, MD, 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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