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70 reading tutors are listed in Durham, NC
The average rate is $22/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Durham, NC
I just graduated from NCSU in May 2021 with a degree in Elementary Education. I am now licensed in K-6 and ESL. Now that I have graduated, I will be teaching 1st grade.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I taught K-2nd grade for 7 years in both public and private schools. I have tutored since 2008, I LOVE working with kids and have a passion for it. I tutor Monday-Thursday for children grades K-7, and am accepting new students for the summer.
I tutor in all subjects, but my favorite three areas are math, reading, and study...
5.0
"Wonderful with kids and makes learning so fun they don't even realize they are learning!"
Dena H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Chelsea. I'm 32 years old and have been tutoring children since 2014.
I have experience assisting with reading (elementary to high school), math (up to calculus), and science (up to early college level). Prior, I was a high school science teacher for two years in South Carolina and more recently I have...
5.0
(2)
I am an Education Specialist who has spent decades perfecting my craft using a repertoire of research based instructional strategies with neurodivergent learners and their families. Sessions afford students the opportunity to gain confidence while mastering skills and developing a love for learning.
5.0
" Jane is and incredibly skilled educator who understands working with children who have different learning styles and abilities. She is able to engage learners in a motivating, fun, yet educational way while making progress with goals."
Jamie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience tutoring middle school and high school students with brainstorming, writing, and editing papers. I can help students at all ages and abilities learn how to streamline their ideas into a coherent and persuasive paper. I've helped students in introductory English courses as well as edited graduating seniors'...
5.0
"Bruce helped my middle school daughter through the trials of Algebra while we home schooled several years ago. He is very patient and can help with several subjects. She looked forward to working with him as he "understands how hard it is and helps me think...
Debbie R.
Robin Y.
Durham, NC
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Math, Writing, English, Science, History, & Spec. Ed. Teacher Available For Tutoring
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Extensively certified & highly decorated veteran teacher, impeccable reviews, highest-level background check, & tons of tutoring references on & outside of Care. com. I have worked with children since I was a child. I knew at a very young age that I wanted to work with children. I finished 14 incredible years as a highly...
5.0
"Robin is a Godsend to our family. She was a wonderful teacher/tutor/caregiver to our 12 year old. We are grateful for her everyday."
Michelle G.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Rabiya! I am a recent NC State graduate with honors and Caldwell Scholar! I have been tutoring since high school for all ages, targetting middle and high school. I have experience in tutoring athletes of all ages, scholars, students with extra attention (ADHD, dyslexia, etc.), and advanced students of all ages.
I...
5.0
"Rabiya is an amazing tutor! She has been tutoring our family and several families from my kids school for several years now. All my kids love her personality, energy, and teaching methods! Our oldest is on his way to his first choice for college and we can't thank...
Emily W.
I have tutored college-aged and high school-aged students in all areas of the writing process, from pre-writing and drafting to final editing and proofreading, for almost two years now. I have experience with writing thesis statements, with organizing a paper as a whole, with formulating ideas for given written assignments, with...
Brenna L.
Durham, NC
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am currently an educator at a public elementary school. I have worked with students in the past in grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5th. I have served students outside of the classroom for tutoring as well as lead summer school classes for four years.
I am a creative writing professional with 10+ years of education and five years experience teaching students ranging in age 13-21. With a Masters in Fine Arts in poetry and the belief that personal expression enriches the way we see the world and participate in it, I am dedicated to helping students develop their personal...
Mia B.
Durham, NC
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Mia, and I am a neuroscience student in the honors college at Tulane. My approach to tutoring is to provide a patient, positive, and encouraging experience where students are motivated to learn through understanding rather than pressure to perform. I have two years of experience as a tutor for math and science, but I...
Hello! My name is Kelly, and I'm a caring and enthusiastic 8th grade teacher. In addition to teaching middle schoolers, I have over 10 years of babysitting experience of children with a wide variety of needs and age groups. Please let me know if I can help support your child's education through tutoring or provide fun and...
I have been an English teacher for 8 years, and 6 years solely in Wake County Public School System. I have taught 2 years of 7th grade English Language Arts, and 6 years of 8th grade English Language Arts.
Hello! I am 16 years old and I am currently in high school. I am a member of my school's Honors Society, which provides tutoring to other high school students. I am a high honors student and I can tutor any subject in middle school, English through high school, math until pre-calc, physics, Spanish and American history. I can...
My experience in tutoring ranges from helping the kids I nanny with homework to coordinating a tutoring system for my sorority as the Academic chair. During my college years, I nannied for several families and would help the kids with their assignments and projects after school. I also worked at a preschool where I taught...
Having worked as a tutor consistently since high school, I have developed advanced skills in relating to and building the confidence and abilities of students. I served as a senior mentor in high school, a tutor/mentor with the Georgia Tech Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing during my college...
Ashley R.
Durham, NC
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I recently graduated from UNC Chapel Hill and am passionate about teaching and mentoring! I would love to help your kids with grade improvements, concept understanding, and more.
My name is Laura and I recently graduated from Duke's Nicholas School of the Environment. Most of my work is in sustainable agriculture and farmland conservation and policy. My undergraduate degree is from Skidmore College in upstate New York, where I studied environmental studies and spanish. I have years of experience with...
Carson C.
Durham, NC
$17-35/hr
I currently attend Wake Forest University, but I will be taking a gap year due to the COVID-19 situation. I graduated at the top of my high school class at the Hawbridge school. I have taken many AP classes and excelled at all of them. I feel very comfortable teaching kids math and science, especially in non-traditional...
Throughout my education, I have always enjoyed my time teaching students the skills they need to understand and appreciate it, to the point where I became a certified teacher.
My experience started in undergrad. I tutored a group of students or individuals weekly on what they were learning in the introductory physics course...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Durham, NC
Megan Y.
5.0
"Magical Megan," I call her. This woman is....extraordinary. It's like she was BORN to be a teacher/tutor/encourager of children! She tutors my KG and 2nd grader and has been one of the greatest blessings of this whole very hard year! She is Mary Poppins with the children and as smart and...
- Christi D.
Jane M.
5.0
Jane is a gifted teacher and was instrumental in our daughter's current success in school. Jane gave her the learning strategies and tools to deal with her dysgraphia and ADD and now, Rachel is doing amazingly well on her own. Jane also helped grow Rachel's confidence which has had an enormous...
- Molly N.
Bruce M.
5.0
Bruce helped my middle school daughter through the trials of Algebra while we home schooled several years ago. He is very patient and can help with several subjects. She looked forward to working with him as he "understands how hard it is and helps me think through my mistakes." I can also...
- Debbie R.
Robin Y.
5.0
Robin is a Godsend to our family. She was a wonderful teacher/tutor/caregiver to our 12 year old. We are grateful for her everyday.
- Michelle G.
Rabiya A.
5.0
Rabiya is an amazing tutor! She has been tutoring our family and several families from my kids school for several years now. All my kids love her personality, energy, and teaching methods! Our oldest is on his way to his first choice for college and we can't thank you enough Rabiya! Thank you!!
- Emily W.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Durham, NC
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Durham, NC?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Durham, NC on Care.com will cost an average of $22.76 per hour as of July 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 Durham, NC?
Care.com currently has 70 reading tutors in Durham, NC. You can search for candidates by their distance from Durham 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 Durham that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Durham, NC?
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 Durham 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 Durham, NC?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Durham, NC, 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 Durham, NC 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.
Ratings for Durham, NC reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Reading Tutors in Durham, NC are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews of the 70 listed reading tutors.