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Hope M.

Part-time Tutoring Available

Trenton, NJ

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I am a current elementary education major with background in student teaching in elementary special education classrooms and middle school ELA classrooms. Subjects that I am comfortabe helping with include kinderarten-8th grade math, english, and social studies. I am currently an afternoon nanny so my time frame is anytime after...
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Renee S.

Professional Educator And Tutor

Monroe Township, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Available this summer! I have a Master's degree in education with over 15 years of professional work experience with children ages infant to 12 years old. I was named teacher of the year for 2015-2016 school year! I have experience working as a camp counselor, camp supervisor, childcare center teacher, tutor and public school...
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Katherine C.

Passionate Educator And Sitter

Cranbury, NJ

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Katherine! I started working with kids because I've always loved spending time with my younger cousins, but it's so much more than a job to me. It's truly my passion. I'm currently in college getting an undergraduate degree in German and Linguistics (double majoring) with a certificate in Speech and Hearing Sciences with...
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Felicia S.

Monmouth Junction, NJ

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$35/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am seeking a 30 to 40 hours position starting April 2026. I have a B. A. in Human Development & 17 years of professional childcare experience. I am proficient in caring for newborns thru 12-years old. Over the years I have led & directed classrooms, sleep trained infants, encouraged development in children & managed...
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Emily S.

Full Time Private Teacher, Early Childhood

Robbinsville, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I am an Early Childhood Educator near Princeton, NJ. I am a full time kindergarten teacher, but I am looking for an alternative career opportunity this school year due to the pandemic. I have my BS in Early Childhood Education from The College of New Jersey. I have experience teaching preschool and kindergarten. I...
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Joshua G.

Englishtown, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I have 2 years of experience in tutoring subjects such as mathematics, reading comprehension as well as Spanish, biology, and chemistry. I'm currently studying Biology at Rutgers University for my bachelors degree.
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Jenna R.

Monroe Township, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am a certified NJ teacher for Social Studies Education, having worked with children from Pre-K age up through 18 years of age. I have babysat throughout my teens and into my twenties and have tutored children both in tutoring centers and privately at home. I live with a 13-year-old brother, having helped raise him with our 10...
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Melissa D.

Tutor K-6

Monroe Township, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I am certified by the state of Florida to tutor and teach K-6. I have been teaching for 6years. I am special education certified. I believe in individualized learning and promote different strategies for success.
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Natalia R.

Part Time Caregiver

Plainsboro, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a 24-year-old business student at Rutgers University who loves children and has been babysitting for 6 years. Currently, I have four much younger siblings of my own and they inspired my passion for children. It would be a pleasure to be a caregiver for your child. Here are a few examples of the responsibilities I've...
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Michelle L.

Loving Nanny

Titusville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 25 years of experience with children of all ages from newborns to preteens. I am compassionate and trustworthy. I am an artist who enjoys doing creative art projects with children, rather than watching TV. I can assist with homework and can prepare meals. I am extremely caring and will always have the children's best...

Care Member says "Michelle watched my 5 year old and 7 month old when we were visiting the Newtown area for a wedding. She was wonderful. She was super attentive to my...

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Gabrielle D.

Babysitter / Nanny

Franklin Park, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Gabrielle! I'm currently a sophomore at the University of Connecticut majoring in sociology and human rights. On my free time I love to be active like walking, running, doing crafts, reading, and writing. I like to make sure that I stay productive! I love when I have the opportunity to spend time with younger...

Shubha C. says "We had a wonderful experience with Gabby. She worked with our family for almost three weeks in June 2023, caring for our two children. She was energetic,...

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Molly C.

Professional Sitter And Study Mate :)

Howell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I was born in Brooklyn, New York, and I find myself always returning. At around the age of 5, my family moved to Honduras to look after my grandmother who had fallen ill. It was here I discovered my natural love for caregiving. I love spending time outdoors, practicing self-care activities like yoga and meditation. I also have a...

Rhiannon Z. says "Molly is such a joy to have around my girls. My girls took to her very well and always asks for her to come back. She is very friendly and attentive to...

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Dana F.

Freehold, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience
I worked with a tutoring company for a summer before my senior year in college. During my time I worked with a high school senior in a geometry course for an online class. I also worked with students from third to eighth grade in reading, writing, and math. I also worked as an after school care provider in an elementary school...

Barbara C. says "Dana is a very well-rounded, mature young lady. She is cognizant of her actions and how they will impact those around her. I have witnessed her...

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Pamela D.

Part Time Nanny

Pennington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Pamela and I am currently a college student. I am 27 years old, working on becoming a licensed Art Therapist. I have always enjoyed working with children, I feel as though they are very healing. I have been a caregiver for 6+ years. I began to baby sit when I was in highschool, and have been caring for a young...

Lucile B. says "Pamela is a very nice young lady that worked for our family for more than a year . She took care of our grandson some afternoons after school and every...

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Barrie B.

Matawan, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Experience teaching/tutoring pre-k - 8th grade. Strong ELA and Art background. Friendly, outgoing, responsive to your children's needs. Rates negotiable depending on frequency and location. Experience with ABA, IEPs Former school teacher almost finished with degree as certified veterinary technician. Knowledgeable about pets...

Amira R. says "Barrie is an amazing and patient teacher/artist. She currently tutors my 5 year old daughter and is helping her get ready for Kindergarten. My daughter...

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Barbara B.

Experienced Sitter Available

Princeton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have a CNA license and experience caring for large families, twins, and children with special needs. I am the eldest of seven and started babysitting for my younger siblings, three of whom are low-functioning autistic and two of whom are twins. Outside of my family, I have cared for children ranging from 4 months to 18 years...

Sarah S. says "Barbara has been helping my family for the last few months and has been amazing. My kids are a handful and very picky but they love Barbara she is very...

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Christina D.

Christina's Educational Corner

Franklin Park, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello I am currently a graduate of Saint Peter's University in Jersey City NJ. My major is History, and secondary education,. I also hold a master's degree in special education and literacy. I tutor in a variety of subjects such as: Pre Algebra, Algebra, Psychology, Sociology, SAT, PSAT, Act reading and writing prep,...

Renee L. says "Great with my pet. Always available, polite, kind to my dog. My dog loves her, and she is a great help when caring for my pet."

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Victoria H.

Experienced Babysitter, Teacher And Mother

Roebling, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Victoria, I am from New Zealand, and I am the eldest of five children. This meant there was always lots of opportunity to babysit in my family. Upon coming to the US I got a job in an accredited daycare, where I obtained my CDA. I worked there for almost 12 years before having my own daughter in November...

Lydia R. says "Victoria is an exceptional caregiver and her home is a great environment for little kids. She has been caring for our one-year-old a couple days a week for...

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Kim S.

Professional Multitasker

Bordentown, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
If you are looking for a warm, nurturing, educated, amazing, high energy, loving, patient, creative, fun, engaging, and organized nanny/babysitter, allow me tell you a little bit about myself! I am mother of three grown college educated adult children. I love reading, animals, gardening, music and sports. I have a natural...

Liza B. says "Extremely dependable conscientious and compassionate. Highly recommended"

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Stephanie H.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Stephanie, and I'm a nurturing, reliable, and bilingual nanny with over 9 years of experience caring for children of all ages-from newborns to school-aged kids. Fluent in both English and Spanish. I'm passionate about creating a warm and stimulating environment that supports children's emotional, social, and...

Joanna R. says "I can say so many good things about Stephanie. She is amazing with kids, reliable, kind, flexible, and just an all-around wonderful caregiver. I hope to...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.33/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Hightstown, NJ

Reading Tutors in Hightstown, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Michelle L.

Michelle watched my 5 year old and 7 month old when we were visiting the Newtown area for a wedding. She was wonderful. She was super...

- Care member

Gabrielle D.

We had a wonderful experience with Gabby. She worked with our family for almost three weeks in June 2023, caring for our two children. She...

- Shubha C.

Molly C.

Molly is such a joy to have around my girls. My girls took to her very well and always asks for her to come back. She is very friendly and...

- Rhiannon Z.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Hightstown, NJ

Hiring a local reading tutor in Hightstown, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $23.33 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 3 reading tutors in Hightstown, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Hightstown 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 Hightstown 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 Hightstown 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 Hightstown, NJ, 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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