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Konstantine U.

Easy To Communicate And Get Along

Forest Hills, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am Konstantine . and I am 33 years old. I have bachelors degree in Business Administration and 2 masters degrees in Finance. I live in Queens, Forest Hills. I have an experience in tutoring 9th and 10th grade students at High school in math and also teaching investments at Private school. I am very good at numbers, math and...

Care Member says "Konstantine has been tutoring my daughter about six months already, wonderful person, he’s great in teaching and explaining every detail, we’re so happy...

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Meaghan K.

Special Education Teacher

Forest Hills, NY

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$50/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! I am a second year teacher in the Queens area. I work with children who are deaf or hard of hearing of all different levels and grades. This has definitely taught me how to adapt to different experiences quickly! I am also very comfortable with animals. Please let me know if you have any questions. I am looking forward...
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Kevin A.

Spanish, English, And ENL Teacher

Forest Hills, NY

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$30/hr
6 years experience
I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, friendly, and engaging. I love tutoring because, like teaching, it has become my IKIGAI (Japanese concept of life's purpose and reason for being). I'm looking for a job that allows me to help students find joy in learning and expanding their world view through any topic or subject...
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Lauren H.

ELA Teacher/ Part-time Tutor

Forest Hills, NY

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$35/hr
5 years experience
I am a certified NYS grades 7-12 English Literature teacher. I have been teaching in the public school system for 4+ years and have tutored for the NYS ElA Exam. I am a patient, motivational and organized tutor. For every student I conduct a mini pre-assessment both academically and holistically to create a clear plan on what...
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Joelle C.

I'm Here To Help You And Your Little Ones!

Forest Hills, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, go-getter, and warm. I'm looking for a job that will give me more experience in taking care of kids in capacities past just "babysitting", like tutoring/teaching lessons and enrichment activities. I started working with kids when I was in high school as a tutor. In my spare time, I...
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Meaghan K.

Special Education Teacher

Forest Hills, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
Hi there! I have been a teacher in the Queens area for 10 years. I work with children of all different levels and grades in 1:1 settings. This has definitely taught me how to adapt to different experiences quickly! I love working on reading/math skills in real life & engaging activities. I believe it's possible to have fun...
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Yifan S.

About Me

Forest Hills, NY

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$28/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello families! I am Yifan, I have experience in taking care with kids, and play with them, teach them. I am a reliable, patient, and nice person, I have more than 4 years as Au pair/ teacher/ babysitter. From infants to school age. I love to play with kids, doing crafts, read story books, building LEGOS, help with homework,...
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Ellen H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, from occasional babysitting to full-time nannying. As a babysitter and nanny, I have worked with families with a number of unique needs, ranging from ADD/ADHD and learning differences, to sensory processing and high-functioning autism spectrum disorders. I also have a...

Sabira G. says "Ellen was so kind and my children really enjoyed spending time with her. Ellen was prompt, engaging and just an awesomely calm demeanour. My son even drew...

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Kirby C.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have cared for children from the ages of 6 weeks-12 years old. I love being creative in making crafts, imaginary play, story telling, reading, exercising, singing, dancing, playing outdoors, going on trips, baking, and being interactive overall. I have also tutored school-aged children in homework and helping with projects. I...

Marisa I. says "Kirby had seamless interaction with my daughter. She has a very gentle mannerism and was instantly able to bring a smile across my 3 month old's face. She...

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Briana L.

Fun, Creative Sitter For You!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Briana. I am a full-time nanny in Williamsburg Brooklyn for 2 boys, ages 6 and 9. I have been with this family for 5 years, starting in 2019. As the boys are now in school, I'm looking for a part-time position on weekday mornings. I have lots of experience taking care of infants to toddlers to pre-teens and up,...

Erin M. says "I have had Briana care for my 3 young boys (1,3, and 5) on several occasions. Not only is she very responsible and dependable she is so much fun and my...

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Kemigisha R.

PhD Student At Columbia University And Former Teacher Seeking To Babysit

New York, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Kemi and I am a PhD student at Teachers College, Columbia University. I was formerly a teacher for 5 years and taught students in both Elementary and Middle School. I love working with kids and would love to also spend my nights/weekends caring for your children. I graduated from Claremont McKenna College,...
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Melissa H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
Hi! I bring over 20 years of experience in child care, teaching, and tutoring. I provide personalized care and educational support. My approach is child-guided, rooted in curiosity, creativity, and connection. I believe in hands-on, experiential learning. Whether we're exploring nature, visiting museums, engaging with the arts,...

Marie H. says "Melissa is my wonderful neighbor who regularly checks in with my 19 month old daughter. She has given us lovely educational books, toys and crafts that we...

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Brigida S.

Loving, Caring And Fun Caregiver

Flushing, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
I am a mature, loving caregiver with a college degree, with 18 years experience of child care. My job experience included, among other things, healthy meal preparation. grocery shopping and other household necessaries, tutoring and assisting in homework and school projects. My area of tutorial is on subjects of Elementary Math,...

Saifuddin L. says "Brigida takes seriously her job and she puts her ward on top priority"

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Yenifer O.

Full Or Part Time Available

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Have worked with kids throughout my life, teaching at day cares, babysitting, and teaching dance at different studios. It's rewarding to know you're helping a child, and helping them grow and develop. I know how much support kids need and I am so glad I can provide it to them, to assist them in any way possible.

Melissa L. says "Yenifer is a fantastic caregiver, teacher and friend to children. When provided explicit responsibilities, Yenifer is able to juggle them without issue...

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Kathleen B.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Kathleen, and I moved to the city from Ohio a few years ago! As the oldest of three siblings, babysitting was a given in my household growing up. Later, I babysat for family friends and relatives in high school. I'm a professional dancer, and I have been teaching ballet for students of all ages for over...

Steve W. says "Kathleen is dependable and great with kids."

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Carmita S.

Full-time/Part-Time Caregiver.

Maspeth, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
Warm greetings families! My name is Carmita. I am 54 years old, Belizean- American. With a Bachelor's Degree in Teacher Education, I always knew I wanted to work with children. Since then, I have taught brilliant young minds for 14 years, and volunteered in my daughters' elementary school in Queens, New York for over six years....

Yasmine A. says "Carmita has worked with us for about 3 months full time. During this time she taught my one year old Spanish, she was incredibly loving and dependable,...

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Caroling S.

Responsible Babysitter/ Nanny

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I would describe myself as sweet and friendly. I like working with kids because I love children. I am very family oriented person. I would love to share my skills and experience with other families who need help with childcare. I have experience with picking up children from school, manage afterschool activities, engage children...

Ryan C. says "Caroling was so pleasant to work with! She was dependable, good with communication, and treated me with an abundance of care. Caroling goes above and beyond...

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Yazmin D.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Yazmin, and I'm based in the Bronx. I currently work as a paraprofessional with the NYC Department of Education, where I support students from Pre-K through 12th grade during the school day. I'm currently assisting a family with after school care but open to occasional date nights/evenings or even weekend...

Jared T. says "I've used Yazmin as a babysitter several times. My two kids get excited when I tell them that she is coming. She always thinks of fun ways to entertain my...

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Maria B.

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
I am an educator, first and foremost. I'm a former Montessori school teacher with a passion for teaching toddlers to read. As a caregiver, I always take a learning-centric approach. I have had the honor of working with children in different capacities from ages 6 months to 12 years over the course of my 10-year childcare career.

Pamela M. says "Maria looked after my kids during pandemic homeschooling. She is kind, gentle, playful and very respectful of a family's needs. My kids absolutely loved...

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Yejide B.

Child Care That Makes A Difference!

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hey there, I'm Yejide! I've spent more than a decade embracing the wonderful chaos and pure joy that comes with caring for children from their first breath to their twelfth birthday. There's nothing quite like the thrill I get from their infectious laughter and innocent curiosity - it's the highlight of my day, every day. These...

Kim P. says "Yejide is a phenomenal care-taker! Her compassion for not only our children but for us as parents was a special and rare touch. She is trust-worthy,...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $31.29/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Forest Hills, NY

Reading Tutors in Forest Hills, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Konstantine U.

Konstantine has been tutoring my daughter about six months already, wonderful person, he’s great in teaching and explaining every detail,...

- Care member

Ellen H.

Ellen was so kind and my children really enjoyed spending time with her. Ellen was prompt, engaging and just an awesomely calm demeanour. My...

- Sabira G.

Kirby C.

Kirby had seamless interaction with my daughter. She has a very gentle mannerism and was instantly able to bring a smile across my 3 month...

- Marisa I.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Forest Hills, NY

Hiring a local reading tutor in Forest Hills, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $31.29 per hour as of November 2025. 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.

Care.com currently has 7 reading tutors in Forest Hills, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.

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 Forest Hills 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.

When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Forest Hills, NY, 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.

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.

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