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Elizavette C.

Homework Help/ Online Help

Downey, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Summer 2026 Availability. Homework/Tutor help: In-Home, City Library, and/or ONLINE. One-on-one problem solving, comprehensive skills in which the student teaches as a learning experience using open ended questions, depth conversation, and learning approaches that will assist your child to succeed in the subject areas of...
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Araceli G.

Early Education Teacher

Downey, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I have 1 year of experience. I can help little ones read in English or Spanish. I can help with pre school level skills.
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Michelle G.

Helpful Nanny at Your Service

Downey, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have been a nanny for over 16 years. I love interacting with children. I have fun and I am not afraid to act silly with them. My specialty is reading. I really get into character. I am bilingual. I cook and clean and give nap times song. I can also help out with some homework, play, exercise, any activities at the parents...

Care Member says "Michelle is wonderful with kids, attentive, loving and playful. she always stayed updated with our kids age/milestones and spoke Spanish to him so he...

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Debbie M.

Downey, CA

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$23/hr
7 years experience
I've been caretaking for approximately 7-10 years. I grew up in a big family and started babysitting for family members, then family friends through word of mouth. Working with kids comes naturally as my mother is a teacher, and overall, I enjoy it because I love making a positive impact on both the family and the child's...
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Camila J.

Downey, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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Hello, my name is Camila. I am 21 years old. I've had many experiences working with children being in school babysitting or taking care of my nieces and nephews. I have worked with kids on the spectrum hyperactive children, and as well as newborn babies I thoroughly enjoy reading writing playing teaching anything that is...
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Miriam Z.

Part-Time Tutor Available - Flexible Schedule

Downey, CA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Tutoring has always been my passion and I have been tutoring for many years from second grade to high school. I have some experience with special education students as well.
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Vanessa D.

Creative MIT-Educated Tutor - Math And English!

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I am a tutor, writing coach, and rising 4th year MIT student studying Comparative Media Studies and Physics. I have several years of experience working with children and adults in all subjects, but I have a particular love for teaching writing, English, public speaking, and all levels of pre-college math & science. Since...

Lynea D. says "Vanessa is fantastic to work with. She is very thoughtful and intelligent and capable of working of working with any age client. Highly recommend!!"

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Kristen M.

Cargiver And Tutor

Whittier, CA

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I watched 3 children for 3 years while they were in school and I took them to the library everyday after school. I did homework with them. I love kids and I love helping them to learn.
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Anella D.

Learning And Fun Focused Nanny

Lakewood, CA

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny since September of 2018 and have cared for eight beautiful little ones in that time. My experience is with infants and toddlers. I prefer this age group because of how much they absorb and how quickly they grow. They need the most care and attention, and that is what I am willing to give them. I focus on...

Morgan G. says "Anella was the nanny for our son from when he was around 7 months to 2 years old. At 2 years old we decided to put our son in childcare to get more...

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Rosalba T.

Bell Gardens, CA

4.8(1)
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$41/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello! I'm Rosalba , a responsible, dependable and compassionate babysitter with 10 years of experience caring for kids from newborn to 10 years old. I enjoy coming up with age appropriate creative crafts , outdoor games, helping with homework and reading time to make each day fun and engaging. My background includes working...

Christina L. says "Rosie was great! She showed up on time. She was very patient and gentle with my kids. My kids loved her. I would hire her again and recommend her to...

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Alejandra O.

Pico Rivera, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Alejandra, I love working with children, I am very caring and attentive. I'm a fun outgoing person who easily interacts with children & the parents. I am responsible, reliable & trustworthy. My hobbies are arts & crafts, reading, teaching ABC's 123's & I teach ASL for children who are delayed in speech. I am First Aid/CPR...

Shannon K. says "My family moved across the county (and away from all of our "built in" babysitters) a year ago and Alejandra is the first babysitter we have hired to...

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Dorine O.

Experienced Nanny

Hacienda Heights, CA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Dorine. I've been with Care. com for over 10 years! worked with many families. I love helping new parents establish a newborn routine! I'm great at teaching baby sign language, potty training, sleep training, changing cloth diapers to soothing a fussy and teething baby! I don't mind helping around the house with any...

Tanya S. says "Dorine was fantastic. She took care of our 1 year old for about 6 months. She fed her, took her for walks, played with her, and put her down for naps....

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Stephanie T.

Baby Sitting Is My Craft

Whittier, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I am Stephanie. I have 2 years of experience babysitting. I enjoy doing arts and crafts with children as well as reading to them. I can prepare their meals, do their laundry and make sure they finish their homework. If anyone has questions feel free to ask.

Melinda D. says "Stephanie babysat for my son, for about a month. She was amazing with him, if I could I would bring her back as a babysitter anytime. She was always on...

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Vanise V.

Your Search Is Over

Compton, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 250 ECE units that I have completed. Six of the 250 are Administration units, and 3 are Adult Supervision. I have a valid Program Directors Permit and a Site Supervisor Permit from The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. I have 2 AA Degrees in Early Childhood Education From El Camino College. I have a BA/MA...

Care Member says "Vanise is wonderful in every way. She is a highly educated and experienced caregiver and teacher. My now 10 month old son smiles so big and crawls over...

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Rosalba T.

Bell Gardens, CA

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hello! My name is Rosalba, a passionate mathematics and reading tutor with over 10 years of experience. I help students thrive in any subject from Pre-K to elementary level. I hold an Associate Degree in Education from Rio Hondo College. I specialize in making learning engaging, practical and fun. My tutoring approach is based...

Claudia A. says "Miss Rosie is Amazing person I recommend her to tutoring kids she tutor my kids she is awesome people"

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Stephany R.

Whittier, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
11 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm a preschool teacher looking for a new journey in my life. I love spending time with children, reading books and creating memorable activities. I'm patient, creative, fun and trustworthy. I'm looking to care for a child or two. I can create a routine and ensure your child has a great time while on my care. I like working...

Care Member says "Stephany is very reliable and amazing with kids. Having a teaching background she really knows how to engage children. My daughter loves Stephany!"

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Andrew K.

Super Duper Tutor

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
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$80/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hi, I'm Andrew! I've worked with students at all levels including college work. In the elementary classroom setting, I've formally taught painting, collage, and drawing. As I tutor, I help young students with English, Foreign Language (Korean, Spanish), and Math. For many years I taught 6th and 7th grade English and also ran an...

Care Member says "Andrew is a very patient teacher. My 11-year-old child likes him very much. His class is not boring. My child also feels that he has learned a lot....

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Ana B.

Career Nanny Looking for a Full-Time Opportunity

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Ana. I am a high-profile nanny with 15+ years of work experience. I have helped families with kids ages ranging from newborn to 9 years old. I believe is very important to take good care of children, and teach them love, respect, and compassion, since they are the future of our planet. I would love to show your...

Corrie P. says "My husband and I recently hired Ana and she is amazing! Our son loves her and she is so attentive and playful with him. She is a self-starter and has a...

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Yessica O.

Nanny/Light Housekeeper

Lakewood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Yessica I am looking for a full time nanny position Monday- Friday I am honest, reliable and trustworthy, caring loving nanny with 24 years of experience in child care with lots of great references. CPR and trust line registry, and a good driving record. I have a reliable transportation. I enjoyed going to the...

Radha P. says "I have known Yessica for nearly a decade and give her my highest recommendation! She is extremely trustworthy, caring, and thoughtful. My son and home...

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Yuridia G.

Experienced, Loving And Responsible Babysitter/Nanny

Alhambra, CA

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, there my name is Yuridia, I'm an experienced, responsible and compassionate Nanny, Babysitter, Housekeeper, Pet Care Provider & Senior Care Provider. I'm a 37yr old Twin mom of 3-year-old boys. I speak, read and write fluently in Spanish, English & American Sign Language. Being a twin mom and working with newborns &...

Theresa L. says "Hired Yuridia for child care, and initially ended up hiring her for senior care as well. Brilliant and very responsible. Thanks for the last minute care...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.17/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Downey, CA

Reading Tutors in Downey, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Michelle G.

Michelle is wonderful with kids, attentive, loving and playful. she always stayed updated with our kids age/milestones and spoke Spanish to...

- Care member

Vanessa D.

Vanessa is fantastic to work with. She is very thoughtful and intelligent and capable of working of working with any age client. Highly...

- Lynea D.

Anella D.

Anella was the nanny for our son from when he was around 7 months to 2 years old. At 2 years old we decided to put our son in childcare to...

- Morgan G.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Downey, CA

The average cost for a reading tutor in Downey, CA as of April 2026 is $22.17 per hour. Rates can vary based on the tutor’s experience, education level, and the type of support needed. Tutors with specialized training in literacy, early education, or learning differences may charge higher rates, while group sessions or recurring schedules may offer more consistent pricing.

Reading tutors in Downey, CA help students develop key literacy skills such as phonics, vocabulary, reading fluency, and comprehension. Depending on the child’s needs, tutors may focus on early reading fundamentals, improving confidence, or helping with school assignments and test preparation. Sessions are often tailored to the student’s grade level and learning style.

To find a good reading tutor in Downey, CA, many parents compare profiles based on experience, teaching approach, and reviews from other families. It’s helpful to ask about the tutor’s methods, familiarity with your child’s curriculum, and experience working with similar age groups. Scheduling an initial session can also help determine if the tutor is a good fit.

Parents in Downey, CA often consider hiring a reading tutor when a child is struggling with reading skills, falling behind in school, or lacking confidence. Early support can help build strong foundational skills, while older students may benefit from targeted help with comprehension or academic performance. Tutors can also support children who simply want to advance their reading abilities.

Many reading tutors in Downey, CA have experience supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia or attention challenges. Some tutors specialize in structured literacy approaches or individualized learning plans. It’s important to ask about a tutor’s experience and training to ensure they can effectively support your child’s specific needs.

Before hiring a reading tutor in Downey, CA, consider asking about their teaching experience, approach to instruction, and familiarity with your child’s grade level. You may also want to discuss goals, expected progress, and how sessions will be structured. Understanding how the tutor tracks improvement and communicates updates can help ensure a successful experience.

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