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Danielle M.

Full Or Part Time Tutoring Available

El Cerrito, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I graduated from the University of Texas in Austin with a biology degree, alongside completing the UTeach two year program that certified me in Secondary Sciences education. I was a substitute teacher at a charter school for approximately two semesters before joining the Peace Corps where I taught HIV/AIDS education and opened a...
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Yasmim A.

El Cerrito, CA

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Yasmim, I'm 21 years old and from Brazil. I currently work as a live-in nanny for a family in Piedmont and am seeking occasional babysitting jobs in my free time. I've been caring for children since I was 14, starting in schools and churches, where I was responsible for multiple children. At 18, I worked as a...
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Brandi H.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Brandi, an experienced babysitter and nanny with over 10 years of childcare experience in the Bay Area. Since 2014, I've worked with more than 20 families, caring for children from infants to school-aged. I've been both a part-time sitter and a full-time nanny, including daily care for toddlers and preschoolers. I hold a...

Kristina J. says "When you come across a person like Brandi your heart instantly smiles. She is so patient and communicates so well with our daughter. The projects she...

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Malia C.

Looking To Have Fun, Learn, Grow, Laugh And Love!

Pinole, CA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! Thank you for the opportunity to share a little about myself. I am a stay at home mom to two sweet children, 6 1/2 and 2 1/2! I am looking to welcome another child to watch from our home with interest in homeschooling. I am also open to watching your child/children in your home, if you are comfortable with my children...

Samantha S. says "Malia is wonderful! She is reliable, responsible, and attentive to detail. She cares about my pets and children like they are her own. I am so glad I...

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Kalsang N.

Love, Compassionate Sitter

Berkeley, CA

4.6(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
I choose to be nanny because I love kids. I have experience looking after them for more than 5 years. I am compassionate, reliable, trustworthy. I volunteered teaching to small kids (primary school level). I enjoy their company, spending time with them doing activities like playing, drawing, reading books, teaching them, taking...

Care Member says "Kalsang is very kind, patient, and comfortable with all things baby. She is a great communicator as well. "

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Carmen M.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
Hi! my name is Carmen, and I am 29 years old. I began my childcare working with kids in special needs education at Castro Valley High School my sophomore year until I graduated in 2014. During that time I was also a part time nanny for various families in the evenings. After high-school I immediately began working as a...

Joe M. says "Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting. conversation was...

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Sheryle B.

Experienced Nanny with a M-F Part Time Nanny Position For Twin Girls.

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Sheryle. I'm a mother of 7 ( 4 adopted), grandmother of 6. Currently I am a Nanny in Pleasant Hill for a family. I started working for them in March 2011 when the twins were 6 weeks old. They will be going to first grade this August and my job will be ending. They are like grandchildren to me though and the...

Megan B. says "We love Sheryle and have her watch our kiddos whenever we get the chance! She’s truly great. "

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Annette K.

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! Born & raised here in the East Bay, I have lots of caregiving and teaching experience with children, including infant care to care for teens locally and overseas. I love children and am a proud auntie of many cutie pies! :)). Quality time with children are the best! I believe in good people care because I value people and...

Beau B. says "We have been so happy with Annette taking care of our little 8 week old angel pie : ) Annette really brings the sunshine into the home with her bright...

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Marianne H.

Child Care

Richmond, CA

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am a nanny/teacher who is very trustworthy, highly reliable and very experienced with little ones from newborns, twins, infants to toddler age/kindergarten, and school aged children. Do you need help in the care/mentoring/tutoring or babysitting with your child(ren) at home/school or daycare, overnight stay or occasional...

Amy P. says "We enthusiastically recommend Marianne as a nanny and caretaker for children of any age including infants. Marianne began caring for our daughter when she...

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Nikki M.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$75/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Nikki. I am a former elementary teacher. I was a 4th grade teacher for three years and 3rd grade teacher for two years. I am passionate, kind, creative and patient. With my 5+ years of experience, your child will receive excellent tutoring. My knowledge of curriculum, creating lessons, and building confidence...

Viviana D. says "We feel incredibly lucky to have found Nikki. She's reliable, punctual, patient and positive. My daughter is regularly taking tutoring lessons with her...

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Nicole V.

Tutor

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$100/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Nurturing Teacher with 12+ years of experience in preschool, pre-kindergarten, second, third and fourth grade. Homeschool teacher for ages 3 - 12. Skills: - Develop progressive enhanced curriculum for homeschool children. - Tutoring in all subjects (ages 3 thru 12). - Kindergarten readiness. - Kindergarten reading and...

Brian B. says "Nicole tutored both of our sons twice a week for several months. The sessions would run consecutively and she was skilled at context switching, teaching...

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Maddie T.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, I'm Maddie! I'm a career nanny, planning to start training as a newborn care specialist soon. I've worked as a nanny, mothers' helper, and preschool music teacher. I have experience with ages 2mo-12yr, including singles, multiples, siblings, and class settings. I love singing, making art, cooking, reading, dancing, taking...

Care Member says "Maddie has been the full time nanny for one of my children from age 1-2years old. She also interacts daily with my older daughter (from age 3.4-4.5)...

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Kaitlin D.

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
from
$0/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 35 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
**Advertised rate reflects overnight newborn care** Hi! I'm Kate, a certified elementary teacher & NCS. In 2018, I graduated with my bachelor's degree in elementary and special education. I continued my studies and completed my master's degree in childhood and adolescent literacy to become a reading specialist in 2020. I exited...

Corey R. says "Kaitlin is amazing. She was profession, punctual, and great with our kids. She asked all the right questions, and followed our requests. And most...

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Nina Z.

Expert Tutoring By Credentialed Teacher/Reading Specialist Who Understands Unconventional Learners

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 years of teaching experience, mainly with middle and high school students with learning differences. I specialize in supporting and motivating unconventional and reluctant learners to succeed in school. I believe there is a way to engage every student, by building a positive relationship and incorporating each...

Anthea A. says "Nina worked with my 6th Grade for several months. We would have loved to continue as she is a wonderful teacher and helped him a lot. She is timely,...

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Georgianne R.

Georgi, Musical Nanny Extraordinaire

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Georgi and I have almost 20 years of experience in child care. I have been a children's choir director, nanny and teacher for children ages 0-11 and director of a childcare of 87 children grades K-5. I believe in empathy, compassion and the golden rule. Children learn so much from the examples we set. I also am...

Kathrina F. says "Georgi is honestly "Simply the Best"! We hired Georgi from December '20-June 2021 for our outdoor pod. She is punctual, caring, respectful, nurturing,...

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Neda K.

Tutor

Berkeley, CA

4.8(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi parents. If you are looking for an experienced nanny/tutor here I am. Here are some details about me. I have a background in psychology. Before pandemic, I was working at a market research lab. After pandemic, I started working as a tutor. Then a lot of nanny jobs and tutoring jobs came my way. I realized how good I am with...

Brian B. says "Neda is passionate about her lessons and cares about our kids. We've seen notable improvements since our children started working with her."

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Phoebe F.

Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Phoebe! I'm currently entering my senior year at UC Berkeley, pursuing a dual degree in English and Film; creative writing is one of my passions, and education/childcare is the other! I have an extensive background in childcare and teaching in my hometown of Los Angeles. I've worked as a babysitter and tutor for more...
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Stephanie B.

Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a compassionate, reliable, and playful caregiver who values meaningful work. I most recently worked as a substitute teacher at a nature-based school, where I supported children through play, exploration, and outdoor learning. I love reading, engaging in creative play, and helping children develop emotional awareness...
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Christina R.

Positive, Caring, Enthusiastic Nanny

Oakland, CA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Since I was old enough to walk and talk, I was taking care of younger children. With a big family, there were always little ones around, and childcare skills to be gained. I enjoy one-on-one tutoring or nannying, and assisting with up to six children 24 hours a day. I've always been committed to service and education, tutoring...
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Ambar A.

Berkeley, CA

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$23/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Amber, and I'm a caring, responsible, and patient babysitter who truly enjoys spending time with kids. I have experience with children of all ages and love creating fun, safe, and engaging activities--whether it's reading stories, playing outdoors, or helping with homework. I'm reliable, attentive, and always make...
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  • The average post rate is $23.50/hr as of April 2026

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in El Cerrito, CA

Reading Tutors in El Cerrito, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Brandi H.

When you come across a person like Brandi your heart instantly smiles. She is so patient and communicates so well with our daughter. The...

- Kristina J.

Malia C.

Malia is wonderful! She is reliable, responsible, and attentive to detail. She cares about my pets and children like they are her own. I am...

- Samantha S.

Kalsang N.

Kalsang is very kind, patient, and comfortable with all things baby. She is a great communicator as well.

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in El Cerrito, CA

The average cost for a reading tutor in El Cerrito, CA as of April 2026 is $23.50 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 El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, 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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