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I have previous experience tutoring throughout college as an organizational tutor, and in subjects such as writing, the social sciences, and some Spanish. I also work in special education and with early learners and am very knowledgeable with those skills.
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I have years of experience caring for children and providing them with developmentally appropriate learning experiences. I believe in the joy of play, and seek to provide a nurturing environment that enables your child(ren) to thrive! As a cross-country runner, I seek opportunities to be outside with kids, keep them active, and...
5.0
"Stella has provided after school care for our twin 11-year old boys for the past year. Stella is dependable, a proactive communicator and is very engaged with our boys. When I come home she is usually doing...
Reviewed by Erica F.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Meghan and I am a teacher certified from K-6th grade. I currently teach 4th grade but have been teaching for 14 years! I have taught both online and in a public school. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education, and a Master's of Education and Reading Specialist Certification. I am certified from...
5.0
"Ms Meghan is absolutely amazing. She has been great to work with and just what my son needed to excel."
Reviewed by Susan M.
Daniella M.
Lancaster, PA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I've tutored elementary, middle school, and high school students mostly in English/Literature and science. I have a strong background in biology, chemistry, and grammar. Being a graduate student I found that a strong background in literature and grammar is important to any subject, not just science majors.
Because full time job...
5.0
"Daniella is extremely patient while tutoring and she shows how proficient she is in the topics. She arrives on time and always makes sure that my daughter understands the materials before she leaves. I am...
Reviewed by Adriana D.
Annie S.
Mount Joy, PA
$19/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
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Hi! I have been caring for kids casually since I was 9 years old, and I am a mom of two incredible little boys (ages 6 and 3.) They live with me from Thursday evening through Sunday, and I am looking for a caregiving position for the time that they are with their dad. (Therefore, I would not be bringing my boys along to a job...
4.0
"Our family was looking for a care taker since we had a really long waitlist for daycare. Annie was very excited to work with our child and has a great personality. Her views aligned very much with ours when it...
Reviewed by Kylee B.
5.0
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My name is Kyra and I have always been good with children. I have raised 4 very responsible children of my own. Three boys 20, 15, 9, and one girl 18. Besides being a stay at home Mom, I have also been a Professional Photographer for 23 years. So I do have a professional side to me. I have watched other children in my home over...
5.0
"Kyra is amazing! She was a part of family for 4 years and we all simply love her. She cared for my girls in my home and treated them as they were their own. She has cared for my youngest since the day she was...
Reviewed by Cyndi G.
5.0
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My name is Lisa! I am a 42 yr old, married mother of 1 daughter, who is 23 & away at college! I live in Lancaster, PA. I am only looking for occasional jobs here, as I am also working part-time with adults with Intellectual Disabilities. Though the majority of my caregiving experience is with children! I have a total of 30 yrs...
5.0
"Miss Lisa is wonderful! She’s very responsive on text and thorough in her planning with you as the parent. She has her own bag of fun activities for kids. Our 2 girls (ages 5 and 1) had such a great time with...
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Patrice S.
York, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
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Hi, I'm Patty and I'm a "young" 56. References provided. I've raised 3 grown kids with my wonderful husband (28 yrs)& grew up in a large family of 9 kids! I want to find just the right family, just as you want just the right caregiver. Looking to provide dependable care and love to your family. Reliable transportation. I am...
5.0
"Simply put, Patty is amazing! She has been a gift to our family in many ways. The children loved her from day one and she has mastered the ability to balance fun play time while being loving, creative, safe...
Reviewed by Heidi D.
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I have 3+ years of experience babysitting newborn-12 year old children. I am certified in basic life support (BLS), pediatric life support (PALs), and advanced adult life support (ACLS). I have experience in tutoring elementary school subjects such as reading, math, and science.
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I have 10 + years of experience raising my own happy and successful children. I love to care for babies and toddlers and can help with Crafts or folding laundry. I definitely enjoy playing and teaching children, through reading, listening to children's age-appropriate music and healthy activities, as part of any babysitting job.
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Hello! I'm an elementary school music teacher who's in-between jobs due to COVID-19. I have experience teaching music, reading, and social studies, and I would love to tutor your child in any school subject. I have several years of experience working with children with disabilities and have extensive training in special...
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I am currently studying education. I have tutored several kids and teens for all courses (languages, sciences and math).
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I am well-educated. My career included extensive professional writing, public speaking, and training & education of both patients, and clinical professionals.
Reading? I do that, too (haha). I had both my children reading, and loving it, by age 3. In college, I accumulated 30 credits in an Early Childhood Development &...
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As a mom to two grown sons, I can appreciate the struggles placed upon families today amid Covid 19. I have been privileged to be able to stay home or work only part time throughout my boys years at home and was very active in their schools and extra-curricular activities. As they are now grown, I have some time on my hands and...
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In my many years of nannying I was given the opportunity to also tutor the children I was caring for. With a specialty in History/Social studies and English I was able to increase reading scores and test grades. I am familiar and available to tutor Elementary and Middle School aged children and preteens.
Jacqueline C.
Lancaster, PA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have worked many years caring for children. I began babysitting at age 12 and have continued working with children since. I currently work at a tutoring center for children who want to be pushed ahead in Math and Reading. I spent 3 years volunteering at a pediatric center for children with special needs. I have worked in my...
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Hi, everyone! I'm a recent graduate of Boston University. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with degrees in Philosophy and Russian Language & Literature with honors. There, I completed two senior theses: one on the metaphysics of music, and the other on Dostoevsky's aesthetics. I have 5 years paid experience in fundraising,...
Patricia G.
Lancaster, PA
$10-15/hr
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I am available to tutor children with reading. I have mentored children in school settings and, am comfortable with children K - 6th grade with this task. I bring a love of learning and excitement to my work with children responding to their interests and needs.
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I was a teacher in a private school setting for 10 years and tutored the kids in my classroom that experienced academic difficulties.
Alyssa W.
Millersville, PA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I worked as a paraprofessional at my local school district, and have a lot of experience with working with kindergarten through 4th grade students. I have also tutored middle school students in multiple different subjects.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Columbia, PA
Stella S.
5.0
Stella was very attentive and interactive with our 8 month old daughter.
- Kathleen N.
Meghan G.
5.0
Ms Meghan is absolutely amazing. She has been great to work with and just what my son needed to excel.
- Susan M.
Daniella M.
5.0
Daniella is extremely patient while tutoring and she shows how proficient she is in the topics. She arrives on time and always makes sure that my daughter understands the materials before she leaves. I am extremely thankful I came across such a great young woman. I would definitely recommend her for...
- Adriana D.
Annie S.
4.0
Our family was looking for a care taker since we had a really long waitlist for daycare. Annie was very excited to work with our child and has a great personality. Her views aligned very much with ours when it came to our child's well being and care. Even though we decided to work with a family...
- Kylee B.
Kyra F.
5.0
Kyra is amazing! She was a part of family for 4 years and we all simply love her. She cared for my girls in my home and treated them as they were their own. She has cared for my youngest since the day she was born (she is now 3). I cannot say enough great things about Kyra. She will always be part...
- Cyndi G.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Columbia, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Columbia, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Columbia, PA 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 Columbia, PA?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Columbia, PA. 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.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Columbia, PA?
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.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Columbia, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Columbia, PA, 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 Columbia, PA 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.