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I have 1 year of experience in the classroom teaching 9th-12th grades. I have a Bachelor's degree in English with a triple minor in art History, Psychology, and Studio Art from Birmingham-Southern College. I am currently working on my Masters degree in Secondary Education at UAB. I can provide help with Art and English.
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About Me:
- I am personable, energetic, and reliable, qualities that I believe are essential in all facets of life.
- My passion for working with kids stems from my enjoyment of teaching upcoming generations, fostering their growth, and witnessing their development.
Interests:
- In my spare time, I enjoy reading, exploring the...
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Hello. My name is Summer. I am a 21 year college student who loves to babysit kids. I have 5 years of babysitting experience from daytime care, to overnight care. I have a perfect driving record and no criminal background. I have a loving heart for children and like to make babysitting as fun as it possibly can be. I am skilled...
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Nanny/ house manager with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional care for children 4 weeks to age 13. I'm currently a substitute teacher.
I strive to create a safe and stimulating environment for the children, providing
Bathing and dressing,
Changing diapers and potty-training, if age-appropriate,
Children's...
5.0
"Fee has been a wonderful nanny to our son. Her priority is family and she treats him like her own family. Fee's schedule is flexible which has been wonderful with our work schedules. She's up for any task at...
Reviewed by Maggie H.
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I am an experienced tutor with over 8 years of experience privately tutoring families. I graduated magna cum laude in mechanical engineering from UAB. I offer comprehensive tutoring in all subjects including math, science, writing, reading, test prep, and more!
I believe in a fundamental approach to learning. I train all of my...
5.0
"Over the course of two years, including this past pandemic academic year, Alex was instrumental in helping high school son with substantive learning as well as organizational issues and ACT prep. Went from a...
Reviewed by Lee W.
Rachel B.
Trussville, AL
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Rachel, and I've worked as a teacher for over 15 years and I've also been a nanny for a couple of families.
I have two children myself and an looking for 1-2 kids to nanny that would enjoy playing with my girls. We love playing outside, making music, cooking together, reading books... And much more!
I love working with...
5.0
"Rachel is a very honest and trustworthy person. She has watched both my kids, 4 and 7, and they love being around her! I would recommend her to anyone for watching their precious kiddos."
Reviewed by Calie G.
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I can work with students in K-6 in all subjects, including Spanish, and 7-12 English! Our sessions can be homework support, or I can plan a curriculum parallel to their classroom standards.
I will be as involved with the classroom teachers as their parents desire or can consult/prep with the parents directly.
I tutored at...
5.0
"I taught with Anna at St. Elizabeth. Her patience with all her students is a real asset. Every student is equally important to her. She is knowledgeable and knows how to impact her students' learning in a way...
Reviewed by Naomi C.
Erin O.
Birmingham, AL
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am Adult, Child And Baby CPR, First Aid, And AED Certified. I Am Also CDA Certified.
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I'd describe my personality as funny, caring, and hard-working
I like working with kids because it warms my heart to see them happy. I love helping, encouraging, and caring for children.
I'm looking for a job that can possibly be permanent and support me financially.
I started working with kids when I was 14.
In my spare...
Anna H.
Birmingham, AL
$12-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I like working with kids because I'm the youngest of over a dozen cousins who now have families of their own. I've always loved babysitting and connecting with their children and consider it good practice for the days I have my own children.
I started working with kids in middle school as a babysitter for some of my mother's...
Erika G.
Birmingham, AL
$17-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello, I'm Erika ! I'm a 20-year-old college student, where I am majoring in psychology.
I have a lot of experience working with children through various channels. I babysat all throughout high school, and especially love working with younger children. I began my freshman year with a tutoring program, where I tutored children...
Mary G.
Birmingham, AL
$13-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is Mary and I am a retired teacher with 28 years of experience in the classroom. I have taught in Jefferson and Shelby counties, as well as Birmingham City Schools. I am a substitute teacher now at St. Francis Xavier School in Mountain Brook. I have two 18-year-olds about to go to college. I live in Inverness and can...
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Hi there! I am a certified educator with multiple years of experience working with children ages 0-6th grade. I am currently working part time as a reading interventionist, but would love to help a family out during my additional hours.
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I have always loved children from a young age. Every job I have had involved caring for children in one way or another. I have my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and my master's degree in Early Childhood Special Education. I will graduate in December from UAB with my Educational Specialist in Special Education with...
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I have tutored students in many periods of their educational lives; particularly, I have tutored from grade school levels to college levels. Tutoring takes patience and a love for learning, and I bring both of these to the table.
Chloe B.
Birmingham, AL
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Babysitting, Softball Lessons And Elementary School Tutoring Available!!!
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I have 1 year of experience tutoring elementary aged kiddos but have many many years babysitting!! I also am a student athlete and can provide softball lessons if wanted.
Lindsey L.
Birmingham, AL
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Artist And Avid Reader, I Love To Cook, Explore Outdoors, Build Pillow Forts, And Play Music!
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DISCLAIMER: Hi! I'm a mom to a 1-year-old, so all jobs must be comfortable with me bringing my son along and attending to his needs.
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Hello! My husband & I are new residents to Birmingham, and we love it here! I am the oldest of 3 & have been babysitting & helping with younger children for as long as I can remember. Before I...
Danielle D.
Birmingham, AL
$10-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm a graduate school student studying Speech Language Pathology. I have a experience with school pickups, extracurricular activities drop offs, and date nights. In my spare time I love to spend time with my family, play board games, embroider, and read. I'm also a native Spanish speaker and would be more than happy to help...
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I'd describe my personality as detail-oriented, nurturing, & trustworthy.
I like working with kids because kids are full of energy & constantly learning. I find it enjoyable being in those high energy environments. At the same time, I'm happy to help relieve stress from their caregiver(s).
I'm looking for a job that helps...
Katherine H.
Birmingham, AL
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Tutor For Grades K-12... Reading & Math Specialties
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I am an experienced Tutor in Grades K-12 in all subjects. I have a Reading Intervention certificate and have am trained in teaching reading to first time readers and also children that have difficulty with reading. I also specialize in Math and ACT tutoring for upper grades as well. I have an Engineering degree with a minor in...
Margaret H.
Birmingham, AL
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Samford University Student & Retired Competitive Children's Swim Coach Seeking Babysitting Jobs !
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Hello! I'm Margaret , a student at Samford University, and I'm currently seeking babysitting opportunities. In the past, I have spent five summers coaching swimming for children between the ages of 4 and 16 back in my hometown of Georgia. I adore working with kids, and since I'm staying in Birmingham for the summer and working...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Gardendale, AL
Felicia W.
5.0
Felicia was absolutely wonderful! We needed a babysitter when we were out of town for a wedding and I was worried my kids would be uncomfortable with a stranger in a hotel room after a big day at a wedding. They didn't feel that way at all and felt very comfortable with her. We were out with family...
- Erin E.
Alexander B.
5.0
I was very impressed during the interview how much Alexander brings to the table. As a parent, this is our first time hiring a tutor and we could not be more pleased. We are looking forward finishing the senior year with his guidance and assistance in tutoring!
- Jana W.
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel is a very honest and trustworthy person. She has watched both my kids, 4 and 7, and they love being around her! I would recommend her to anyone for watching their precious kiddos.
- Calie G.
Anna G.
5.0
I taught with Anna at St. Elizabeth. Her patience with all her students is a real asset. Every student is equally important to her. She is knowledgeable and knows how to impact her students' learning in a way to keep them engaged. She brought new and innovative ways of teaching to our school. She...
- Naomi C.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Gardendale, AL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Gardendale, AL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Gardendale, AL on Care.com will cost an average of $15.50 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 Gardendale, AL?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Gardendale, AL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Gardendale 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 Gardendale that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Gardendale, AL?
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 Gardendale 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 Gardendale, AL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Gardendale, AL, 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 Gardendale, AL 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.