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60 reading tutors are listed in Gig Harbor, WA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Gig Harbor, WA
Kiara C.
Dupont, WA
$18-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
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Hello ! My name is Kiara, I am 21 years old and a college student majoring in Elementary Education. I used to be a Korean school teacher assistant for students aged 2-7 and babysat/nannied kids younger and older. With being around kids of all ages, I am very used to calm or wild ! I like to take the kids to parks for a fun day...
5.0
"Kiara was absolutely wonderful. My kids loved her. She played games and put them to bed without a problem. Would definitely recommend her. "
Reviewed by Maryssa R.
3.0
(2)
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People who are passionate about their career are best at what they do. Working with children is what I love. I've got six years of experience working full-time in two daycares and as a nanny. I've been doing this since I graduated high school and I've loved it ever since. I work full time as an EMT currently. I have experience...
5.0
"Ally was fantastic with our 4 children. The only reason we had to part ways was because of a family move out of state. I would definitely hire her again. She is very good at keeping a routine with the kids....
Reviewed by Amanda L.
5.0
(5)
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My name is Tereza and I am a professional nanny with over 7 years of experience. I am available after 2 p.m. Monday-Thursday and all day on Fridays and weekends.
I live in Lakewood, so I would prefer to find a family in Tacoma area, but I am willing to travel further for the right match!
For the last six years I worked with...
5.0
"Tereza is wonderful! She is professional, flexible, friendly, and communicative. She had instant rapport with our two kids (ages 2 and 5, the youngest quite shy) and kept us updated with lovely pictures of...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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I'm a nanny on Mercer Island for adorable 9 mo. old and a 2-yr old girls 20 hours/week. I'm looking for some additional hours. I'm happy, kind, nurturing, creative and I probably should have been a school teacher. Being with children brings me great joy, and I love my entire "nanny family", mom and dad included. I'm looking for...
5.0
"Chris is not your typical nanny.
We have worked with many nannies, and she is by far the most engaged, thoughtful, proactive, and caring. She truly cares for our kids as if they’re her own, and we trust her...
Reviewed by Audrey D.
5.0
(1)
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Hello,
My name is Sarah. I am from Oklahoma and moved to the Kitsap area in July of 2023. I am a certified teacher and Reading Specialist. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Oklahoma Baptist University as well as a Master's of Education in Reading degree from the University of Central Oklahoma. After...
Katy P.
Federal Way, WA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Hello! I am currently looking for a full time nannying role. I have worked with kids for a very long time and it's always been my most favorite jobs. I am CPR certified and finishing up getting my CNA license. I am currently a student, becoming an ultrasound tech but it's online, so I can bring it anywhere and do it whenever....
5.0
"Katy is an amazing human being. She is so loving and caring. She loves kids and just people in general! She lights up a room whenever she walks in and i would definitely hire Ms. Katy to watch my littles! "
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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I am an innovative storyteller, an avid outdoors-woman, and a firm believer in the power of the next generation. With a background in International Studies and Cultural Anthropology, I hold a strong work ethic and desire to experience the world through serving and hearing others. Through childcare, I feel this connects in...
5.0
"We worked with Emma for a little over a year until my schedule changed and we no longer needed her services. She is highly dependable, reliable, punctual and has excellent communication. She is naturally...
Reviewed by Danielle J.
5.0
(6)
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I have been a nanny in the past. I am the mother of a set of twins and a single, all boys. They are now all graduated from high school, so I feel I have had practice with all ages, plus as a teacher of middle school kids, I have had plenty of practice with different behaviors. I am patient, kind and warm. I am smiley and laid...
5.0
"Jane was lovely! She did an amazing job watching our one year old son for a few weeks. He warmed right up to her. Would highly recommend her to others."
Reviewed by Jennifer K.
Jean B.
Bremerton, WA
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Date Night Sitter Or Pet Sitter (With Medical Background!)
4.7
(12)
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Moms, do you wish you could clone yourself? Need an extra pair of hands to help out with light housekeeping, laundry, cooking or just treating yourself to a day to do what you need to recharge your battery? I can help! I am willing to do date night sitting, flexible day time sitting to run errands, doctor appts, a day at the...
5.0
"Ms. Jean has been a nanny for our little one since she was about 4 months (now 8 months) for long 9 hour days, about 2-3 times per week. She is reliable, easy to communicate with, and our little one adores...
Reviewed by Elaynie T.
Sherri K.
Bremerton, WA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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I have worked for Ventura Unified School District for the past 15 years in ALL subjects and at ALL grade levels. Pre-k-12th
5.0
(4)
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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...
5.0
"Shane is simply fantastic.
Shane is unflappably positive, she is personable, energetic, funny and entertaining; she is technically proficient and also a magnificent mentor. Shane inspires confidence and...
Reviewed by Claude A.
Tamyra L.
Dupont, WA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
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My name is Tamyra and I have been a nanny for 12 years. Nothing brings me more joy than building a strong relationship with a child and their family. I'm a firm believer in fostering imagination and curiosity. I provide this through educational experiences using music, age-appropriate crafts, and interactive community activities...
5.0
"Tamyra is so much more than someone who helps with kids. She genuinely cares, and looks after kids like they are her family. Tamyra watched my grandson for years, even though he is older now, he still...
Reviewed by Tim T.
Arianna N.
Tacoma, WA
$21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello there! I hope you're having a great day. My name is Arianna and I have over a decade of experience working with children.
I enjoy babysitting because I love working with kids and am great with children of all ages and personality types.
Prior to graduating from Vanderbilt University with my bachelor's degree, I was a...
5.0
"Arianna was great with our 7 month old! She helped us introduce solids and had tons of activities to keep her busy!"
Reviewed by Brooke M.
5.0
(5)
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Hello! My name is Crystal and I adore taking care of babies, children, and pets. I am currently a private nanny in Seattle and have been for multiple years. I have professional daycare experience as lead teacher in an infant room as well. Local house/pet sitting with references.
I'm a very positive and happy person always...
5.0
"Crystal has been the most wonderful, patient, and loving nanny to our 1.5 yr old son for the past year. We did a nanny share with another family and even with two little ones, there was nothing she couldn't...
Reviewed by Kellie H.
5.0
(18)
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I have worked with children for close to 30 yrs. The fun all started when I was 12 yrs old as a babysitter for my 6th grade teacher. Once I started college I continued working with children as a nanny for 4 years. Over the last 30 years I have had the privileged of partnering with over 31 families. Between babysitting, being a...
5.0
"We hired Margaret to provide part-time childcare for our then five-month-old son in February of 2022. She stayed with us until he was almost two years old, when we moved from Seattle to Honolulu.
I can’t...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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I'm a very dependable, patient, compassionate, & thoughtful individual who has over 7 years of tutoring and homeschool experience. I pride myself on my integrity, reliability, being organized, sincere, conscientious, & a diligent multi-tasker. I'm CPR certified, have dependable transportation, love animals, and am a non-smoker....
5.0
(2)
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My name is Emily. I am 23 years old. I am currently in WA State & am currently going to highline college online.
I am currently not taking anymore recurring jobs due to how many clients I currently have for that, but if you need a one time job for date night or something please let me know!
I love Kids, I am Great with kids. I...
5.0
"Emily is punctual, detailed, safety focused, fun, reliable, gentle, compassionate, and an extremely hard worker. We hired Emily to watch our 7 & 4 year old for a few days while both my husband and I were out of...
Reviewed by Esther V.
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Hello!
My name is Michaela, and I currently teach as a Kindergarten teacher. I have taught Kindergarten for the past two years. Prior to Kindergarten, I also taught as a Special Education Reading and Math specialist for 5 years. I am dual certified in both Elementary and Special Education. I am looking for a summer position for...
Kya B.
Federal Way, WA
$19/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Kya, I'm 21 years old and I enjoy cooking, going outside, listening to music, reading, and just honestly staying busy! I have always been around kids since I was young, I have 3 little brothers ages 2, 5, and 7. I started baby sitting when I was 11 and made my own little business cards and walked around the...
Marisa R.
Lakewood, WA
$17-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Marisa. I'm A 23 Year Old Mom And Entrepreneur.
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I started working with kids when I was just 14 years old volunteering at my church's nursery.
In my spare time, I like to read, write, paint, record music and take my son places.
My skills include cooking, tutoring and cleaning.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Gig Harbor, WA
Kiara C.
5.0
Kiara was absolutely wonderful. My kids loved her. She played games and put them to bed without a problem. Would definitely recommend her.
- Maryssa R.
Ally S.
5.0
Ally was fantastic with our 4 children. The only reason we had to part ways was because of a family move out of state. I would definitely hire her again. She is very good at keeping a routine with the kids. She has a kind and calm personality that seems to rub off on them! She did a variety of...
- Amanda L.
Tereza B.
5.0
Tereza is wonderful! She is professional, flexible, friendly, and communicative. She had instant rapport with our two kids (ages 2 and 5, the youngest quite shy) and kept us updated with lovely pictures of their adventures throughout the day together. She asked insightful questions when interviewing...
- Care member
Christine C.
5.0
Chris is not your typical nanny.
We have worked with many nannies, and she is by far the most engaged, thoughtful, proactive, and caring. She truly cares for our kids as if they’re her own, and we trust her completely. Chris has endless patience with the various shenanigans a toddler or a baby can...
- Audrey D.
Katy P.
5.0
Katy is an amazing human being. She is so loving and caring. She loves kids and just people in general! She lights up a room whenever she walks in and i would definitely hire Ms. Katy to watch my littles!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Gig Harbor, WA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Gig Harbor, WA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Gig Harbor, WA on Care.com will cost an average of $22.62 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 Gig Harbor, WA?
Care.com currently has 8 reading tutors in Gig Harbor, WA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Gig Harbor 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 Gig Harbor that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Gig Harbor, WA?
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 Gig Harbor 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 Gig Harbor, WA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Gig Harbor, 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.
What types of reading tutors near me in Gig Harbor, WA 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.