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Kalyn I.

Hi I'm Kalyn, I'm An 18 Year Old College Student And I Can't Wait To Meet You

Yonkers, NY

3.7(1)
from
$24/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as warm hearted, trustworthy, and loyal I like working with kids because I love seeing children grow. I love having the opportunity to have a good influence on a child's life I'm looking for a job that is going to allow me to experience things and to motivate me I started working with kids when I...

Tiffany N. says "Kalyn was wonderful. She was sweet and caring. She was a little late but that was only due to trying to find parking around my area which isn't easy. I...

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Lanisha S.

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Good day families and friends welcome to my profile. A lil bit about me, I started out babysitting my younger siblings and children of relatives. After high school I became a camp counselor at a local church and a babysitter for two young girls. I've worked as a nursing assistant at a pediatric center for medically fragile...

Care Member says "Lanisha was able to help me out very last minute. She was very punctual, respectful and understanding as my appointment took longer than I had scheduled...

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Elizabeth C.

Licensed Teacher Pre-K Through 6th Grades

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$100/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With over 20 years in NYC and Westchester working in the field of education, and a mother myself, I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. My specialties are math and science for children in upper elementary and middle school, however I've worked with children as young as 3 and as old as 16, and taught literacy and...

Care Member says "Elizabeth is a great tutor. She tailored her teaching to each kid and is always patient, knowledgeable and make learning fun. We are glad to have her...

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Amanda V.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I used to own a tutoring service, but I recently sold it in order to get back to my true love - one-on-on teaching and tutoring. I am an in-home professional tutor.

Stacy R. says "Amanda is very patient when it comes to tutoring. She understands that learning something new takes time and when one tactic doesn't work, she'll switch to...

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Kalilah C.

Why I Am An Excellent Choice.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
I am a kind person who has a childish personality while balancing a mature outlook. I was raised with family and adoptive family which has made me an adaptive person. I have worked with children as a tutor as well as a babysitter. I also have previous history with children with autism, ADD and ADHD. So over all I truly believe...

Margaret A. says "Kalilah worked for us this past school year -- 3 days a week she picked up my kids from school, drove them to various activities, helped with homework,...

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Karla P.

Tutor

Pelham, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a lot of patience and love to teach younger children. My strengths are in the sciences and math. I can also help with reading and writing skills, as well as improving/learning English or Spanish. I am studying Psychology and Education at Vassar college and will be happy to provide tutoring through online!

Neen D. says "Karla is amazing! She is highly communicative, fast, efficient and punctual. "Above and beyond" is what comes to mind when I think of Karla. My daughter's...

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Nzengung T.

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
See, I am a part-time babysitter with full-time potential. I am very creative, reliable, and outgoing who can quickly create a bond with children. I have a ton of coaching experience and I have two younger siblings who I have cared for and been their role model. I am a non-smoker with safe and reliable transportation (2017...

Theresa H. says "Nza is one of the best babysitters I've hired. My kids love her. She is extremely dependable. She is enthusiastic and fun. She cooked dinner for my...

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Gloria D.

About Me

Nanuet, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
With more than 10 years of experience as a previous Family Children Care Owner, Childcare Provider and Boys and Girls Club Director, I am skilled at attending to the emotional, physical and educational needs of children between the age of 0- 12 years old. My skills include teaching children and engaging children with activities...

Care Member says "Gloria was one of the best decisions we made when it came to our children. She’s experienced, professional and loving and always went above and beyond...

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Annmarie D.

Tutor Available!

Bronx, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a second grade teacher as well as a graduate student at Hunter College in NYC. I have experience tutoring in after school programs and test prep programs. I have provided services to students between the ages of 5 and 15.
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Hiesha D.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Hiesha , but I go by Dani. I have 8 years of experience working with children of various ages, helping them learn, grow, and have fun in a nurturing environment. My previous nanny position was in 2022, where I worked as part of a ROTA team, caring for two young children under the age of 5. Currently, I work as a...

Stacy-ann S. says "Hiesha is very caring and is great with my son. My son loves her."

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Lorie P.

Trustworthy Tutor

Bronx, NY

3.7(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I really like to work with kids and I enjoyed seeing them to prosper. I have been tutoring my younger cousins since about sixth grade and their parents have really seen a lot of improvement from them. I'm sure that I can tackle any problems that your child may have.

Rose C. says "She was really good with my children, and although they were learning she made it fun for them."

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Megan D.

English Teacher & Tutor -- Online & In Person

New Rochelle, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Looking for rapid progress in reading and writing? As a certified English teacher, seasoned as a professional writer and editor and by 20+ years teaching and tutoring, I draw from a sizable toolbox to speed advancement and go above and beyond to achieve results. As readers, my students learn to see the big picture and get the...

Narcisa Z. says "Megan is an outstanding tutor. She did a great job tutoring my daughter in high school for four years and my son in middle school and high school. She is...

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Essence L.

Babysitter/tutor

White Plains, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience
Hi, I'm Essence! I'm a passionate educator with a Bachelor's in Education from Western Governors University. I provide compassionate tutoring for students K-12 in all subjects, including test prep. I specialize in supporting students with unique learning needs and offer personalized homework help. My approach focuses on building...

Marinda M. says "My daughter had just entered 6th grade and was struggling with algebra. Essence not only helped my daughter get the hang of it but also improved her...

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Charisse J.

Elementary Age Tutor

White Plains, NY

4.8(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hello, my name is Charisse. I am a Special Education/Elementary School Teacher. I have been in my career for 18 years. I have a Bachelors in Education and two Masters in Early Childhood Education/Special Education and Gifted Education. I have been tutoring for the past 14 years for several families throughout NY. The children I...

Naj S. says "Charisse is absolutely fantastic! She is always punctual and comes in ready to work and with a lesson plan ready. She is able to redirect my child and keep...

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Yasmin D.

Dually Certified Special Ed And Elementary Ed Teacher Available For Tutoring!

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
How can I help you? I have 17 years of experience teaching students from birth to high school. I am currently looking to relocate my employment to Orange County-where I reside- from NYCDOE and in the interim, I am available to help your child! I have 2 masters and I am dually certified in regular education and special education....

Denise R. says "Yasmin is a very hard worker. She is very experienced and easy to work with. She is a dedicated when it comes to working with children."

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Adonis S.

Adonis

Bronxville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$1/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Adonis, and I have over 12 years of experience with teaching. My license covers middle school and high school education. My teaching journey includes various grade levels that range from 3rd to 8th grade students. I am well-versed in middle school Math, Science, ELA, Social Studies, Special Education and...

Michelle G. says "We interviewed Adonis for a tutoring position for our son. Ultimately we did not need to fill the position after all, but if we had we were definitely...

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Tremaine M.

White Plains, NY

from
$19/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving and patient I like working with kids because I developed my passion for working with kids after doing my studies in Teaching also having a child of my own and understanding the love and nurture a child needs. I'm looking for a job that suits my experience as a caregiver I...
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Lisa L.

Pelham, NY

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I raised my own kids in Pelham and I am happy to help you ensure your children have fun and thrive during the school year. I enthusiastically offer homework coaching and tutoring in phonics/reading, science and math. Of course, I cook, clean, organize the week's activities, and am happy to drive my own car or your locally too!...
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Izabella K.

My Name Is Izabella, I'm 19 Years Old And I Am Cpr Certified And Educational.

Bronx, NY

from
$23/hr
3 years experience
As the oldest child and sibling in my family, I've developed a wide range of talents and compassion when it comes to working with children. I worked as a nanny and tutor for my younger sister, and I've always looked after my younger brother since he was born. In high school, I watched a lot of youngsters while their parents were...
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Manuella A.

Yonkers, NY

from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Hi, my name is Manuella! I am a current graduate student at New York University studying Communicative Sciences and Disorders. I bring almost 10 years of babysitting experience, along with hands-on work in childcare and education. I have worked as an assistant teacher at Tompkins Hall Nursery, a camp counselor at Camp Léman, an...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Dobbs Ferry, NY

Reading Tutors in Dobbs Ferry, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Kalyn I.

Kalyn was wonderful. She was sweet and caring. She was a little late but that was only due to trying to find parking around my area which...

- Tiffany N.

Lanisha S.

Lanisha was able to help me out very last minute. She was very punctual, respectful and understanding as my appointment took longer than I...

- Care member

Elizabeth C.

Elizabeth is a great tutor. She tailored her teaching to each kid and is always patient, knowledgeable and make learning fun. We are glad to...

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Dobbs Ferry, NY

Hiring a local reading tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $30.00 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 Dobbs Ferry, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Dobbs Ferry 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 Dobbs Ferry 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 Dobbs Ferry 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 Dobbs Ferry, NY, 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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