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I am a retired teacher. I have been retired for three years. I am an extremely successful reading tutor. I LOVE to help children learn to read and to improve their self esteem. I have a Master's in Reading. I have worked with children for 17 years who have a variety of back grounds- including ESL children, children with language...
KV
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Hi! My name is Kelley and I recently took a break from elementary teaching in Lancaster county at Hempfield School District where I taught kindergarten for four years. I graduated from Lancaster Bible College with my Bachelor's of Science in Early Childhood Education (PreK-4th) and received my Master's of Education in Reading...
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Richard A.
Lancaster, PA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a dual certified special education/English teacher based in Lancaster County with over seven years of teaching experience at the middle and high school levels. I've also served as a school literacy coordinator and spearheaded a school-wide reading and writing initiatives to increase literacy in all content areas....
AS
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I taught upper elementary (5th grade, then 4th grade) for 7 years. I love teaching, but left the classroom in 2021 to stay home with my toddler son and infant daughter. I can help tutor in any elementary subject, and I can also do enrichment activities/hands on experiences to expand in child's area of interest (particularly...
5.0
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Some things you should know about me are I am a very active individual, so I am a great fit for you if you want to keep your kids outdoors and off screens. I also have tutored middle schoolers in math and english, but I would love to help your child with homework or studying regardless of their age. I can pick up from school and...
5.0
"Chloe is wonderful and I highly recommend. She does wonderful with our daughter and my daughter can't wait to see her everyday. They have so much fun together. Chloe does fun activities and also does baking as...
Reviewed by Annie L.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Giselle! I love kids! I started babysitting when I was 13 years old! Since then I've watched kids from newborns to teenagers! I've taught 3rd grade, worked at children's museums and summer camps, nannied and babysat, and develop and run storytime, crafts and camps! I love the outdoors, and would love to go for...
5.0
"Giselle is an excellent caretaker. Very friendly, capable, confident, and professional. My daughter loved spending time with her. Highly recommended!"
Reviewed by Jodi O.
Nicolle M.
Ephrata, PA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I currently work as a 7th grade teacher! I have been babysitting for 20 years and was employed as a part-time nanny for four years. I have also been employed in a YMCA childcare room for six years. I have experience with all ages ranging from newborn to 16 years old. I am able to help with homework, cook meals, bathe, change...
5.0
"Nicolle took care of our 1 year old full-time for several weeks this summer in our home. Nicolle is credentialed and experienced in taking care of infants and young children and always gave our daughter her...
Reviewed by Kimberly P.
5.0
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Hi Parents!
I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care.
Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for two part time jobs or a full time job with some...
5.0
"Mertlina were taking care of my twins boys, she is a hard worker, detail oriented and mostly she loves my boys. She was always take extra steps of everything she does, we can always rely on. "
Reviewed by Carrie M.
5.0
(3)
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Hi there!
For most of my life, I have been surrounded with children: my 4 daughters, my grandchildren, and my students. I love the energy, curiosity, and fun that we share. Whether reading a quiet book, exploring math or philosophy, going to the park, or having a dance party, I enjoy spending my time with children.
I stopped...
5.0
"Joanne is so wonderful with our kids (ages 5 and 1). I felt comfortable leaving for a couple hours to attend a wedding. We have also used her for occasional date nights and other occasions. My son loves playing...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(2)
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Need an academic coach to assist you and your child through the academic sector? Whether you continue to feel the struggles from remote learning or just need some tutoring support, I can assist in lightening the load.
Over 15 years teaching experience in a private k-8 school in Central PA. Personal experience teaching...
5.0
"I absolutely LOVED having Michele come work with my daughter. I was worried about bringing over an amateur student to just do homework help, I wanted someone who could really elevate the level of my daughter's...
Reviewed by Danielle C.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Aleah, and I am 20 years old. I am a college student, heading into my junior year this fall and majoring in music! I enjoy caring for children, have integrity, and a cheerful attitude, live in York, and look forward to working with your family. I enjoy doing crafts with kids and creative play. I'd be happy to help...
5.0
"Aleah is enthusiastic and attentive and a beloved babysitter for our children, ages 2 and 5. She has cared for them for up to 8 hours at a time and provided excellent care even organizing age appropriate craft...
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I am a K-2 ESL teacher with the School District of Lancaster! I love children and helping others. I have a Master's Degree in Early Childhood. I also have a K-6 ESL Certification and a K-6 Reading Specialist Certification.
5.0
"Stacey is a caring and conscientious person. She will work tirelessly to help your child learn."
Reviewed by Brenda M.
4.5
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My passion is people! I have years of taking care of people, people of all ages. The first and utmost importance is to respect each individual and family. The second is to kindly interact one-on-one with each individual and family according to the needs within. Activities I enjoy doing with each individual and family are to:...
5.0
"We had last minute plans and Kathleen reached out and due to some unforeseen things that she did not know about she could not take the job however she reached back out and mentioned that since it's a holiday...
Reviewed by Alina S.
Devin S.
Red Lion, PA
$10-15/hr
5.0
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I graduated from high school in 2017 with a 4. 0 GPA. I am currently attending Lancaster Bible College with a double major in Biblical Studies and Middle Level Education (grades 4-8) with a concentration in science. During my first semester of college my GPA was a 3. 89. I have a passion for educating in any subject, but...
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I taught in the middle and high school public school systems for 37 years in special education, but have tutored regular education students throughout my career. I especially love teaching math (through Algebra 1), but also teach ELA (through 8th grade). I really enjoy teaching 1:1 and watching a student who has been struggling...
5.0
"Kelly is amazing! She's been my son's summer tutor and they have built a great rapport. I'm very pleased with her commitment. Her efforts and strategies to help my son improve in math and reading are...
Reviewed by Tracey S.
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Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I have 25 years of experience working with all ages. Currently I work with Autistic children ages 5-9. Prior to that I taught PreK and also did tutoring after school for older kids. I have experience with all ages. Since then I have worked in day care as well as a school...
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Hi! My name is Rachel and I am currently attending Lehigh University. I am looking for a part-time nanny job this summer (2024) to keep me busy before law school. A quick bit about me, this past semester I have nannied two children (6 and 2) twice a week after school. I also spent a summer babysitting...
Barbie K.
Ephrata, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I was an in home babysitter for 2 LITTLE GIRLS!
while watching an taking care of the girls, reading stories/books, playing/blocks/toys, singing, changing diapers, potty training,
2008 I started working for a daycare in the infant room.
while there I was in charge of 4 babies,
caring for them, feeding, playing, singing,...
Sara S.
Emigsville, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
10+ Years Of Experience With Nannying And Child Car. I Have My BLS Certification.
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Provided full-time childcare for multiple families in the past 10 years. Assisted parents with all comprehensive childcare duties including organizing kids schedules and activities, transporting them to and from school, helping with homework and school projects, preparing healthy meals for children, performing laundry and...
Lily M.
York, PA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I currently work professionally with children where I help facilitate a one hour education period each day.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Columbia, PA
Chloe M.
5.0
Chloe is wonderful and I highly recommend. She does wonderful with our daughter and my daughter can't wait to see her everyday. They have so much fun together. Chloe does fun activities and also does baking as well. 10/10 recommend her for childcare!
- Annie L.
Giselle D.
5.0
Giselle is incredible. She's so versatile as a care giver. She is great with kids of all ages, from an actual 1-day old baby (stayed with me in the hospital and the first few weeks) through older babies, toddlers, preschool and elementary school age. She's the perfect mix of reliable, safe and...
- Audrey K.
Nicolle M.
5.0
Nicolle took care of our 1 year old full-time for several weeks this summer in our home. Nicolle is credentialed and experienced in taking care of infants and young children and always gave our daughter her full attention. She's kind and thoughtful, and would bring small gifts of books and toys....
- Kimberly P.
Mirtelina I.
5.0
Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them and plays with them, constantly active with them.
- Kelvin L.
Joanne G.
5.0
Joanne has been babysitting my children since they were infants, and they are now 5 and 8. She’s super energetic and spends as much time as possible playing and learning with them outside. She always feeds them nutritious meals, reinforces positive behavior, and helps them get along when they argue....
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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.