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Savannah R.

Tutor

Fox Island, WA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I've helped children before with their homework and such and created my own worksheets and exercises if needed. I encourage them and support them if they are having trouble or get frustrated.
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Miranda C.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have experience with newborns to kids 8 years old. I have a car and am CPR/BLS trained. I have been a literacy tutor at an elementary school for the past two years. I am looking to make the transition into being a nanny/ babysitter full time. I enjoy sharing my love of the outdoors, arts and crafts, reading and baking with...

Kathreen E. says "I have known Miranda for more than 10 years and she has proven to be a great person. She is polite, courteous, kind, full of energy, resourceful and...

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Shane J.

Tutor

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I have an BA from UW. I have an MFA in English. I've taught at UMass Amherst; local colleges; Pisa, Italy; Cambridge and Canterbury, England. I'm fluent in Italian. I've tutor all subjects, including math and science for 40+ years. I offer tutoring through video calls and in person. I can help you set up your own home-school or...

Susan M. says "Shane is wonderful. She is upbeat, patient and has helped my 10th grader immensely with geometry. She is reliable and flexible. So appreciative!"

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Stephanie D.

Steph

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Throughout my life I have worked with little ones. I have been teaching preschool for the past 16 years as well as nannying. I have my degree in early childhood and elementary education. I love being on a family team, helping each little one explore and nurture their unique growth. I follow creative curriculum, STEAM, trauma...

Allie C. says "Stephanie was absolutely amazing. She took wonderful care of our sweet cat while we were away on vacation. She went above and beyond with care and...

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Tereza B.

Creative Nanny

Lakewood, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a professional Nanny/Family Assistant with 8 years of experience. I live in Lakewood, WA so I would prefer to find a family in the Tacoma area, but I am willing to travel further for the right match! Having worked with children of all ages since my studies in Early Childhood Education & Psychology in Europe, I am happy to...

Care Member says "Tereza is wonderful! She is professional, flexible, friendly, and communicative. She had instant rapport with our two kids (ages 2 and 5, the youngest...

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Mercy A.

Math Tutor

Tacoma, WA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 year experience in tutoring pre-college and college math, algebra, calculus, etc I have more than 4 months experience in tutoring middle schoolers as well.
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Denine D.

Empty Nester Available For Full Or Part Time Childcare

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a hands-on, child-centered educator who loves to do crafts, read books, nurture a child's imagination, and rock a baby to sleep. After successfully launching my two homeschooled children, I have continued to be an educator and caregiver. I have recently cared for two infants and have excellent references available from both...

Care Member says "Denine is a dream caregiver. She is so incredibly patient and kind - it's just a joy watching her with our son. We hired her full-time when our son was...

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Mary L.

Bilingual Nanny Available In Gig Harbor/UP/Tacoma/Seattle Area, 9+ Years Of Childcare Experience

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I'm a responsible, mature and organized person, and I have been working w/ children over the last 9 years, occasional babysitter, au pair, nanny in-out, I've worked w/ kids from different ages, About myself I'm educated and a psychologist in my home country l'd describe my personality as a patient, caring and responsible...

Care Member says "Mary's such a lovely nanny, who gained my child respect in a couple of minutes, she is fun and smiley, she is a safe driver and took my child to the...

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Kayla E.

University Place, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm Kayla. I have been caring for and teaching children since the age of 14. I also have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. My 10+ years of experience have taught me how to identify the needs of children and work with families to meet those needs. My teaching background has made me a homework expert. I...
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Danielle G.

Very Experienced Childcare Provider And Educator

Tacoma, WA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My name is Danielle! I have worked with school-aged children for 7 years in before and after school programs. I am currently a student teacher and am set to finish my degree in elementary education in early June. I have a current first aid and CPR training. I love arts and crafts, STEM projects, and I am very passionate about...
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Alexandra H.

Tacoma, WA

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a warm, caring, and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth. My 7 years of experience nannying, tutoring and providing swim lessons to both your average child, as well as children on the spectrum or various other mental delays have given me the skills to help your child learn,...
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Yenny R.

Get To Know My Experience In Childcare!

Tacoma, WA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
I'd describe my personality as persevering, sincere and compassionate I like working with kids because in the first years of life, it is where children learn more easily, by integrating activities based on play, music, art and the love of reading, they will allow the development of capacities and skills, security, self-esteem...
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Anele N.

Nanny/Babysitter

Tacoma, WA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi. My name is Anele and I am 25years old. So my story began when I was a part time babysitter . I got so many compliments on how good I was with children I love taking care of children. It's not just because I am playful but I actually connect well with children. I am a good tutor and love teaching, so please challenge me with...
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Bethany M.

Lakewood, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have tutored one-on-one or in small groups in years past through Kid Reach or friends working with their kids. I currently am a teacher with over 15 years of experience working with a whole class, small groups, and one-on-one differentiating instruction to meet the various needs of the learners I work with. I have also taught...
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Gabrielle T.

Tacoma, WA

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$39/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, thoughtful. I like working with kids because they teach me how to be more present and have fun in life. I'm looking for a job that works well for the me and more importantly the child and their family. I started working with kids when I was in highschool. In my spare time, I like to...
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Jodie C.

Tacoma, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a certified teacher with 15 years of experience, working with children. I have a bachelors degree in early childhood education and a masters in community art. I am calm, flexible, and have a great sense of humor My biggest strengths are early literacy and social emotional learning. I am looking for a summer...
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Sharon W.

Weekend Babysitter

Tacoma, WA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am the mother of three grown children, and grandmother to four, ages 5, 4, 2 1. I babysit my grandchildren during the week, preparing meals, driving to pre-k and and providing love and attention with enthusiasm and patience. I am a former school librarian and English teacher, now retired. I enjoy reading, fitness walking, and...
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Elizabeth M.

16 Years' Experience With Children, ECE Credits, BA In Social Work, M.A. Counseling

Tacoma, WA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I love children and I love people (dogs are people too)! I ran a licensed daycare/ECEAP out of my home for 16 years, took care of 6 to 10 children at a time 0-12 yrs old. I have 10 years of ECE credits, a BA in social work and a Master's in counseling. I worked for a private agency as a case manager for 4 years, working with...
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Ruby C.

I Recently Moved Up Here From Cathlamet Wa Where I Was A Former Nanny, And I Am 19 Years Old.

Lakewood, WA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I like working with kids because all kids have different personalities and I love seeing how different they can all be. I've been working with kids for my whole life and I always form such an amazing bond with them. I'm looking for a job that is consistent for the most part, having me learn new things that past parents hadn't...
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Rachel K.

Fun And Experienced Nanny

Lakewood, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education and a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I have experience teaching children ages 2-18 in school and volunteer settings. I worked as a preschool teacher in 2011-2014 and 1 year from 2019-2020 (I had my own classroom then). I've worked in public...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of July 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Fox Island, WA

Reading Tutors in Fox Island, WA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Miranda C.

I have known Miranda for more than 10 years and she has proven to be a great person. She is polite, courteous, kind, full of energy,...

- Kathreen E.

Shane J.

Shane is wonderful. She is upbeat, patient and has helped my 10th grader immensely with geometry. She is reliable and flexible. So...

- Susan M.

Stephanie D.

Stephanie was absolutely amazing. She took wonderful care of our sweet cat while we were away on vacation. She went above and beyond with...

- Allie C.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Fox Island, WA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Fox Island, WA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of July 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 1 reading tutors in Fox Island, WA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Fox Island 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 Fox Island 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 Fox Island 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 Fox Island, WA, 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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