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60 reading tutors are listed in Fairfield, CT
The average rate is $31/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Fairfield, CT
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I have multiple years of experience in tutoring from my earlier days as a student and helping family, friends and even a coworker's son in English, Math and Science. I will help support your child in understanding the importance of being organized and taking pride in being responsible for their assigned materials and being...
Sarah B.
Fairfield, CT
$20-25/hr
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I am a rising sophomore at College in Worcester, Massachusetts . I graduated from the School in 2017 as well. I have not had paid tutoring experience, however, I have helped friends and kids younger than me with their homework. My preferred subjects are English, Writing, and Psychology.
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My name is Sarah and I am a Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher with a BS in Psychology from Sacred Heart University and a Masters in Special Education from Fairfield University. I have 10 years of experience as a special education...
Lindsay K.
Fairfield, CT
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm currently a sophomore at Georgetown University. I'm looking for babysitting, nannying, or tutoring opportunities in the Georgetown neighborhood. I've been babysitting for over 5 years. I have worked at summer camps and elementary schools. I also have experience in tutoring English and Math. I am Red Cross certified in...
Karen W.
Fairfield, CT
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
Your Family Will Be As Important To Me, As I Am To Them. I'm Someone Who Can Be Counted On.
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I'm looking for not a job, but to be part of a family that they can trust and count on to care for their children.
I started working with kids when my grandkids were born. So much fun! When they started growing up on me, I had to find replacements.
In my spare time, I like to do things with my church group and visit Florida...
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"Karen nannied my first born until she was 18 months old. She treated my daughter like she was her grandchild, showered her with love, and always found ways to entertain her. I also appreciated coming home to...
Reviewed by Lisa C.
Leilani C.
Fairfield, CT
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as Bubbly, Outgoing and Kind.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to be energetic and playful while also being responsible and caring.
I was a math tutor for a family with 2 kids at the age of 15, and I slowly became a babysitter soon after.
In my spare time, I like to read, by softball, and go to...
Mackenzie V.
Fairfield, CT
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I am a junior studying marketing and management at Fairfield University. I am from a small beach town in Massachusetts but looking for a family I could potentially grow with while at school! Please reach out with any questions!
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, responsible, outgoing, and communicative!
Most of the...
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I'm an educator with 15+ years experience in childcare. I am available for after school and summer childcare. I love spending time with the kiddos and look forward to meeting you and your family.
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Sandra H.
Fairfield, CT
$130-150/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified English Teacher And Private Tutor With 30 Years Experience
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With over 30 years of teaching and tutoring experience, I value the time I work with my students as I watch them gain confidence as they develop their academic strengths. I have been a classroom English teacher who has taught nearly every grade and level. I also thoroughly enjoy working with students on the college process:...
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Nicole M.
Fairfield, CT
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring and responsible
I like working with kids because they have such a fresh perspective in the world and always being out the best in our days!
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help families with care and support that works best for them and myself!
I have been working with...
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Eileen O.
Fairfield, CT
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Eileen and I'm 18 years old. I am about to graduate from Fairfield Ludlowe High School and will be attending Loyola University, MD, in the fall where I'll be studying English in the hopes of becoming a teacher one day. I love spending time with kids (and pets) and am attentive and good at creating an enjoyable...
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I am a certified elementary and middle school teacher. I live and teach in Norwalk. I am available most weekends for babysitting and tutoring as well as days when school is closed. I have over 20 years of experience babysitting for children of all ages from all over Fairfield County. I have a master's degree in elementary...
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"Tracie is a teacher and knows how to dive right in with kids!"
Reviewed by Eric J.
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I'd describe my personality as creative, independent, and a problem solver.
I like working with kids because I did not have a lot of experiences growing up, and I would like to give many positive learning experiences to little ones while I can.
I'm looking for a job that values my work ethic and dedication.
I started...
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"We liked Amores Attentiveness and flexibility! Amore has an extensive knowledge on the proper way to care for a child of any age. We were very thankful for her great care of our children!"
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I'm the oldest of 4. I have always been my mother's helper at a young age. I had my first babysitting job at the age of 15 being a mother's helper to toddlers. Throughout the years, I have gained over 10 years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers and school age children. I have always love kids, providing them...
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"I have worked in education my entire career, seeing first-hand what quality learning and caregiving looks like. I can say with certainty that Pam is an extraordinary caregiver. Pam has been patient and kind...
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Aleah K.
Bridgeport, CT
$15-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello, I'm Aleah! For as long as I can remember, I've loved helping others and with children. I've fostered this passion as a tutor and I've been working as a tutor since I was in high school. I specialize in English and Math and am beyond helpful with kiddos needing help in elementary and middle school. Tutors are in high...
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"Aleah worked so well with my child. It was amazing to see him understand what he was working on. Overall, she was very punctual and was even willing to work past the scheduled time to ensure he understood the...
Reviewed by Steph J.
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My name is Carolina; I am a 31-year-old nanny with 10+ years of experience with children. I love my family, children, nature, animals, cooking, craft & travel. I've been a nanny of 6 children and a teacher of 4 infants/toddlers in a daycare in Wilton. I used to stimulate their muscles for better flexibility; I would help them...
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"Carolina is amazing and we highly recommend her! She has helped us with our two young children and is beyond incredible at watching more than one child at once with ease and ensuring that each kid is taken care...
Reviewed by Kristina W.
Sherley C.
Trumbull, CT
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Sherley. I'm 40 years old and have 20+ years of experience in working with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I also had great experiences in working with children as a teacher's assistant and as a nanny. I have my teaching certificate in early childhood education and I am also CPR certified. I am fully...
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"We hired Sherley to take care of our infant and she was great with her. She's very professional, gentle and a good communicator. She's always on-time. We would definitely love to have her again."
Reviewed by Joelvito V.
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Hi! I consider myself to be very empathetic, responsible, and patient. I've been working with kids for 7 years in various settings. I have coached ice skating, worked as a camp counselor, nannied, worked in a child and adolescent psychiatric unit, and I currently coach gymnastics! I have my Bachelor's degree in math and...
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- Over 10 years of childcare / household management experience, comfortable with all ages
- Driver's license with a clean driving record and my own car
- I am creative, love to read, energetic and also play sports
- I am very much into art and finding creative ways to learn and expand young minds to encourage imagination and...
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My name is Amalia and I'm a current student at SMFA at Tufts. I am non-bianary and use they/them pronouns. I have about 1 year total of experience caring for kids. I've worked as an art teacher here in Massachusetts as well! At that job, I gained experience working with neurodivergent kids and queer kids. I can help with Light...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Fairfield, CT
Karen W.
5.0
Karen nannied my first born until she was 18 months old. She treated my daughter like she was her grandchild, showered her with love, and always found ways to entertain her. I also appreciated coming home to folded laundry, a clean kitchen, and my house vacuumed which was not part of the job...
- Lisa C.
Tracie A.
5.0
Tracie is a teacher and knows how to dive right in with kids!
- Eric J.
Amore P.
5.0
Amore was very professional, but also like a piece of the family. We have a dog and fish, so she cared for both our children and pets. When we went away for vacations, Amore would also petsit for us. She ended up moving, so we are unable to employ her.
- Care member
Pamela O.
5.0
I was traveling to CT and I needed a sitter for one day, Pam was absolutely amazing!! If I am ever back in the area she will be my first call!! She's patient, communicates very well, friendly and my daughter had so much joy spending time with her
- Marie S.
Aleah K.
5.0
Aleah is very dependable, she would at times even come on her days off to work with my son when he did not understand the criteria.
- Julissa L.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Fairfield, CT
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Fairfield, CT?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Fairfield, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $31.73 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 Fairfield, CT?
Care.com currently has 11 reading tutors in Fairfield, CT. You can search for candidates by their distance from Fairfield 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 Fairfield that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Fairfield, CT?
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 Fairfield 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 Fairfield, CT?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Fairfield, CT, 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 Fairfield, CT 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.