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60 reading tutors are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Fairfax, VA
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Hi! My name is Sarah. I am a certified elementary teacher in the state of Virginia. I have been teaching Kindergarten and first grade for 5 years. I am currently a 1st grade teacher in Harrisonburg. I am pursuing my masters degree in reading to obtain my reading specialist licensure. I have a passion for reading and love to help...
Allison P.
Fairfax, VA
$50-60/hr • 2 yrs exp
Elementary Tutor With A Love For Handwriting, Reading, And Keyboarding
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I am currently an occupational therapist in the public school system. I work mainly with preschool and elementary aged students. I specialize in handwriting and am Level 1 certified with the Handwriting Without Tears program. I also teach reading using Phonics, Reading and Me, and A to Z for Mat Man and Me and keyboarding using...
Natalie K.
Fairfax, VA
$45-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a kindergarten teacher during the school year with a masters degree in Education from the University of Pennsylvania. I know that every child is unique, with different needs and goals, and I can't wait to work one-on-one with you and your child to meet those goals and needs!
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Hi! My name is Hamza and I am currently a senior at George Mason University, majoring in Biology. I have about a year's experience in teaching, as I have been working as a substitute science and mathematics teacher for Fairfax County Public Schools. Prior to this though, I have also tutored privately (at middle/high school...
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I am in my 7th year of general education classroom teaching. I have provided reading instructional in small group and large group settings. Helping children reach their full potential with decoding, reading fluency, and reading comprehension skills and abilities.
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Hi! My name is Malaz. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10+ years of experience caring for and teaching children, from infants to teenagers.
A little about me:
- Born & raised in the DMV area
- Attended FCPS from grades K-12
- Graduated from Virginia Tech (Go Hokies!)
- B. S. in Human...
Hayley H.
Fairfax, VA
$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have 3 years of experience teaching children in various subjects. I can help with Test Prep, math, English, science, and computers.
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Hello! My name is Olivia and I am a 23-year-old student at George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. I have over 4 years of experience tutoring clients of all ages in a wide range of subjects. I specialize in reading comprehension and essay writing for all levels of students, though I also have experience tutoring math through...
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Hi I'm from Guatemala I have a preschool and education degree since 1997,
I have ease in handling and control of large groups of children especially ages 3 to 10 years. ease and management in control of temperaments even in children who have hyperactivity, ease in understanding and understanding educational subjects with...
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I love children and have enjoyed working with them through play as a babysitter as well as through working in public and private schools as a teacher and special education assistant. I love working with children of all ages and have experience working with children who are non-verbal, have intellectual disabilities, as well as...
Jordan V.
Fairfax, VA
$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I can teach English, Math, and French, but Sciences are my specialty. I have a bachelors in Biology and am working on my masters in Biochemistry. I mentored elementary and middle schoolers for 4 years in college and learned how to connect with students where they are to guide growth on an individual basis. To me, learning is not...
Zoie L.
Fairfax, VA
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a college student at George Mason University and have been studying there for three years. My passion for elementary level education goes back to one of my very first jobs as a tutor for my middle school peer program. Since then I have been involved in education in a variety of ways, including being a homeschool educator,...
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Hello there! I've been babysitting and working with children my whole life. Right after college graduation I moved to New Zealand to Au Pair for 8 months. It was a great experience! I'm currently unemployed due to the virus :( Hoping to help your family out in this crazy time! Please message me with details of what you are...
Meagan W.
Fairfax, VA
$40/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have been tutoring kids through a volunteer program for the past two years. I have also privately tutored for the past two years.
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I am an experienced babysitter and really good with kids of all ages! I am also fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
I can play baseball with your boys or have tea parties with your girls! As a volunteer reading tutor I'm always ready to help little ones learn to read or assist your teens with homework or a school project....
5.0
"Becky is so much fun. My two and five year old love her and can't wait for her to come back again!"
Reviewed by Jessica S.
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Hi, I'm Katie!
I have 7 years of babysitting/ 1 year of nanny experience! I have experience watching 4 kids at a time, twins, and working with kids with special needs! I'm Red Cross certified in babysitting, adult and pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED.
Some activities I love doing with kids are playing sports/games, doing...
5.0
"I highly recommend Katie: she was really sweet and caring with my 6 years old and he had a really good time this her. "
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Hi families! I am Mery, 34 yo. I was teacher in my country Peru, since I came to USA (11 years ago)
I have been working with many families taking care of their kids and driving them to activities. I have been Aupair for one year also I worked in a childcare center for 2 years.
During Covid, I taught Spanish and assisted as a...
5.0
"We feel extremely fortunate that timing worked out and Mery could help us out with our daughter. Mery watched my daughter for 6 days in a row in the morning/afternoon while I was on modified bed rest for my...
Reviewed by Jennifer M.
Sade A.
Fairfax, VA
$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experience Babysitter Available Or Short-term Notice And Weeknights
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I've been a babysitter for over 6 years now. I am organized and well disciplined, I cook and I clean, I'm creative. I love to do arts and crafts as a fun, affordable activity, as well as read and encourage creativity and healthy growth in each child. For example I enjoy thinking of games to help a child with their homework, or...
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"Sade was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very entertaining and had our little on in bed before we got home. Which was very surprising to us ,"
Reviewed by Anne M.
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I am a 34-year-old bilingual professional. Moving from DC to Oak Ridge TN. Currently working for Fairfax County Public Schools as a Family Liaison.
I have over 15 years of experience caring for newborns and toddlers. In top of that, I am a mother of an 8 yo boy and 8-month-old boy. I can provide references upon request.
I love...
5.0
"Andrea has been a GREAT sitter to our sons. She came to our family when our kids were just babies. Worked for us for 2 years and now she helps us occasionally."
Reviewed by Albert P.
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I like working with kids because development fascinates me, and I love researching new ways to enhance their learning as well as teach them.
I started working with kids when I was 15.
In my spare time, I like to read, watch movies, and travel.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Fairfax, VA
Becky H.
5.0
We hired Becky to watch our 6 and 9 year olds while my husband and I attended a holiday party. She was a great communicator and made it very easy to work with. She had enough energy to match my two energetic kids. I got the sense that they spent most of the time playing made up games and building...
- Jennifer K.
Katherine H.
5.0
I hired Katie to babysit on short notice my 9 month old baby who hasn't had a babysitter before. She arrived on time and was wonderful with him. In the 4-hour period I hired her for, she bottle fed him twice, put him down for a nap, changed his diaper, and played with him. He was happy the whole...
- Camille A.
Mery M.
5.0
We feel extremely fortunate that timing worked out and Mery could help us out with our daughter. Mery watched my daughter for 6 days in a row in the morning/afternoon while I was on modified bed rest for my second pregnancy. She was absolutely wonderful with my active and crazy 2 year old. Mery...
- Jennifer M.
Sade A.
5.0
Sade was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very entertaining and had our little on in bed before we got home. Which was very surprising to us ,
- Anne M.
Drea R.
5.0
She's very responsible and takes good care of my dog. My dog loves her!
She has also done a few errands around my house. My family and I are very grateful for all she does.
- Fran S.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Fairfax, VA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Fairfax, VA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Fairfax, VA on Care.com will cost an average of $25.05 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 Fairfax, VA?
Care.com currently has 38 reading tutors in Fairfax, VA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Fairfax 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 Fairfax that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Fairfax, VA?
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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax, VA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Fairfax, VA, 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 Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Fairfax, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.