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Teodora S.

Part-time Care Giver

Hempstead, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a NY State certified teacher. I have over 15 years of experience and I have extensive tutoring experience in a variety of fields. I have tutored in reading as well as math. I have helped students learn to improve their reading skills through phonemic awareness and helped students navigate through the complexities of math...
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Paulana L.

Hempstead, NY

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
I am a recent college graduate from the City University of New York- York College with a degree in Journalism and a minor in English. I have held various writing positions on and off campus. Not only am I a recent college graduate, I am a certified lifeguard swim instructor from the YMCA. I am also a certified swim coach from...
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Courtney D.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Manhasset, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a an enthusiastic, friendly, dependable worker with a variety of talents and interests including reading, writing, baking, arts and crafts, ballroom dancing, horse back riding and fencing. I am certified by New York State Department of Education as a Teaching Assistant and have 8 years experience working with infants,...

Danielle C. says "Courtney has watched my son on several occasions now. Keeps him engaged for my long work hours. Arrives on time and flexible with her hours that she is...

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Cathy D.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Occasional Or Part Time Work

Long Beach, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have a degree in early childhood and elementary education and am a former nursery school teacher and toddler teacher. I've cared for children from infancy through preteen years. I enjoy reading, cooking, crafts and outdoor activities. I enjoy working on craft projects and baking with children and helping them develop their...

Care Member says "Cathy has been helping me raise my two children for the past 6 years! She is smart, kindhearted, gentle, calm, extremely helpful, has excellent...

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Yaquelin G.

Uniondale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hello I'm Yaquelin but I go by Jackie and I'm 25 years old . I have experience working in a daycare with children ages 3 months - 13 years old & have also worked/working with families. I have a 15-year-old brother who I absolutely adore and enjoy helping him out with homework , helping him study , reading, etc.. I have my own...

Evelyn G. says "Yaquelin took care of my 4 year old for about 4 months . Unfortunately we ended up moving and she wasn't able to drive to us anymore being that we were...

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Nneka U.

Patient And Fun Ivy League College Tutor

Mineola, NY

5.0(1)
from
$55/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am graduate from Columbia University and received my degree in Neuroscience and Behavior. I am currently a second year medical student at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/ Northwell. I am pursuing an MD and aspire to be a gastroenterologist. I have 2 years of experience being a Verbal Coach for the SAT. I also spent 2...

Alexius A. says "Nneka helped my nephew that was struggling with 4th grade math. She created lesson plans and gave homework. My nephew started getting 90's and was...

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Kimberly K.

Math/Reading Tutoring

Little Neck, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a first grade teacher and I would love to help your first graders improve on their math or reading.

Khadijah H. says "Kimberly is amazing! She know exactly what strategies to use to help my 5 year old. I would definitely recommend her. My child is very shy and refuses...

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Emily G.

Terrific Tutor

Franklin Square, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
My name is Emily and I have served as a volunteer NHS tutor throughout high school. During my senior year, I was elected co-president of NHS and oversaw the tutoring center. I am currently a college sophomore with a 4. 0 average and I am double majoring in Elementary Education and Humanities. I have completed a one week-long...

Care Member says "She is the real deal. Smart. Always prepared. Punctual. She is kind also and likes animals. Emily genuinely cares about your child’s academic success....

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Caren C.

Preschool Teacher/Nanny

Woodmere, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a 45-year-old preschool teacher who worked in Scarsdale for 19 years. I taught 2s, 3s and 4s as well as elementary school aged children. I have been a nanny for many years as well. I have been babysitting for 30+ years and I am experienced with children from newborns to preteens. I was a Girl Scout leader for many years. I...

Kerry H. says "Caren is the most loving, patient and trust-worthy babysitter you will ever find. My children adore her! She give them her full-attention at all times. She...

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Lori W.

Teacher Looking For Extra Work

East Rockaway, NY

3.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a teacher, and my daughter is currently in kindergarten. Because I am not currently working, I am interested in helping others while my daughter is in school. I taught grades prekindergarten through 6. I also taught technology to ages 3 through 8, and to adult education classes. Currently, I am tutoring an online student...
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Jade E.

Part-time Fun Tutor

Saint Albans, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Jade E. I have over 6 years of experience in tutoring K-12 students including my volunteer work with children throughout high college. I provide 1-on-1 tutoring in reading, writing, mathematics and science. I focus on offering a personalized academic for each student. I currently hold a bachelors degree in...

Kaylee S. says "K. is a 6th grader, she rushes thru reading a passage and does not slow down to pronounce properly. During the reading session Jade was great with her....

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Jessica J.

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello I'm Jessica a mother of a 16yr old girl and I people person, meaning I love to make people smile and laugh. I AM VACCINATED. I've been a certified nanny/ elderly care giver for 17yrs and I am a dog walker/or Pet sitter for 23yrs. I also received my certification in childcare. I love my job, caring for infants, helping...

Alisa D. says "She is a loving and kind caretaker before moving to Alabama I hired her to take care of my mother and 3 kids while I was at work. She made sure there every...

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Marlene M.

Farmingdale, NY

3.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Marlene. I am a mother of a 27-year-old son. I used to be a teacher in my country. I love kids and I take care of them as mine also I enjoy to play a lot with them. I am a legal person to work in the USA. Thank you for read my personal page.

Fiona O. says "Marlene was very sweet with my 10 month old baby. She also cleaned our entire kitchen and did the baby's laundry. We will hire her again."

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Stella L.

Levittown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$44/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a patient and highly reliable person with many years of experience working with new born, toddlers and young kids. I used to be a preschool teacher aide in my hometown. love children and I love babysitting. I babysit children from 0 Old months and up. I like to do crafts, play games, art drama, cook and read books with the...

Wanda Q. says "Ruth is a reliable trustworthy individual who cared for my mother for 6 months. I recommend her for any caregiver position."

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Suzie C.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Levittown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have worked as a nanny for almost 20 years, caring from newborns to toddlers to school age children. I'm a former teacher in my native country. I love to work with children on reading, writing, etc. I am reliable, responsible, hard-working, attentive and caring. When I am working with babies, I love to sing to them. With...

Michael S. says "We were so lucky to have had her in our lives. I recommend her without qualification."

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Shanthi T.

Full-Time Babysitter

Bellerose, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a well educated, citizen, responsible and good care provider. I have over 9 years of experience of babysitting from infants to toddlers. So for, I worked with 7 families. I can do pick ups and drop offs children from school. I can help with their homework, read to/with them, and play with them. Light housekeeping and...

Pressy T. says "Very responsible, reliable and great help around the house as well."

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Patricia O.

27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...

Casey S. says "Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to....

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Quen J.

Fun Learning Environment

Rosedale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Quen! I'm currently on summer break from the Department of education. ( will be returning back to work at the end of august for teacher institute.) I'm employed as a paraprofessional and attending school to become a SPED teacher. I've been working with children for about 7 years now. I also have experience...

Nichole S. says "Laquenda is amazing at her skill and patience like no other. My daughters love her!! Laquenda is reliable and have been of great support to my girls...

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Kailey N.

Writing Tutor, English Tutor

Rockville Centre, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
I've tutored kids in subjects overall and also helped with higher level writing! I also tutor/practice english as a second language with both refugees and mandarin Chinese speakers.
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Olutuminu O.

Happy And Engaging

Sea Cliff, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a reliable and caring babysitter with 5+ years of experience, including caring for children with special needs. I hold a bachelor's from and Ivy League. I prioritize safety and well-being, holding CPR and health emergency training, and I am a fully vaccinated non-smoker with a valid driver's license and reliable...

Yvonne I. says "Tumi is punctual, respectful and dependable. My 2 year old son loves her."

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Hempstead, NY

Reading Tutors in Hempstead, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Courtney D.

Courtney has watched my son on several occasions now. Keeps him engaged for my long work hours. Arrives on time and flexible with her hours...

- Danielle C.

Cathy D.

Cathy has been helping me raise my two children for the past 6 years! She is smart, kindhearted, gentle, calm, extremely helpful, has...

- Care member

Yaquelin G.

Yaquelin took care of my 4 year old for about 4 months . Unfortunately we ended up moving and she wasn't able to drive to us anymore being...

- Evelyn G.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Hempstead, NY

The average cost for a reading tutor in Hempstead, NY as of May 2026 is $15.00 per hour. Rates can vary based on the tutor’s experience, education level, and the type of support needed. Tutors with specialized training in literacy, early education, or learning differences may charge higher rates, while group sessions or recurring schedules may offer more consistent pricing.

Reading tutors in Hempstead, NY help students develop key literacy skills such as phonics, vocabulary, reading fluency, and comprehension. Depending on the child’s needs, tutors may focus on early reading fundamentals, improving confidence, or helping with school assignments and test preparation. Sessions are often tailored to the student’s grade level and learning style.

To find a good reading tutor in Hempstead, NY, many parents compare profiles based on experience, teaching approach, and reviews from other families. It’s helpful to ask about the tutor’s methods, familiarity with your child’s curriculum, and experience working with similar age groups. Scheduling an initial session can also help determine if the tutor is a good fit.

Parents in Hempstead, NY often consider hiring a reading tutor when a child is struggling with reading skills, falling behind in school, or lacking confidence. Early support can help build strong foundational skills, while older students may benefit from targeted help with comprehension or academic performance. Tutors can also support children who simply want to advance their reading abilities.

Many reading tutors in Hempstead, NY have experience supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia or attention challenges. Some tutors specialize in structured literacy approaches or individualized learning plans. It’s important to ask about a tutor’s experience and training to ensure they can effectively support your child’s specific needs.

Before hiring a reading tutor in Hempstead, NY, consider asking about their teaching experience, approach to instruction, and familiarity with your child’s grade level. You may also want to discuss goals, expected progress, and how sessions will be structured. Understanding how the tutor tracks improvement and communicates updates can help ensure a successful experience.

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