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Tamisha W.

Experienced Tutor/Mentor Who Wants Your Kids To Do Well In School And Life

Hillside, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a certified substitute teacher who's certified to teach Pre-K to 12th grade. I work in the New Jersey public school system and I love what I do. I also, mentor kids in my spare time.
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Livia C.

Lovely And Hard work Person

Hillside, NJ

from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
My name is Livia. I'm 39 years old and have been working with children for 6+ years. Teaching and caring for children is my passion - it gives me the opportunity to work with kids and make a difference in their lives. My undergraduate degree is in Pedagogy. I worked in an International School in Brazil like a teacher for 6 years...
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Sherese P.

Fun Loving Childcare Provider Who Loves To Read And Enjoy Outdoor Activities

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am a special education teaching. Currently, working with 3rd graders. The past 2 years I taught 2nd grade. Prior to teaching I was a paraprofessional for 7 years. I enjoy working and caring for children. Prior experiences with families includes preparing meal, schedule play dates, assist with homework, and light housekeeping...

Alexandra G. says "Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle nature. I...

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Sammy D.

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hey my name is Samantha but you can also call me Sammy! From reading your requests I think I would be a marvelous fit as your childs babysitter! I have my own car and I'm familiar with the area so transportation would not be an issue. I am CPR certified and have been since 2018. I attended Middlesex County college and ACI...

Nathan L. says "Sammy has been wonderful with our 2 little ones. She's been flexible with our hectic schedule and we're so happy to have found her. Our children adore her...

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Marcia G.

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! I will provide an environment where the child will learn to interact with others, keep the child stimulated with educational games. I am very energetic, reliable, honest, responsible and a positive role model for your children. I am passionate about child care and will do my best to keep them out of any danger. I also like...

Diomedys P. says "Marcia is very attentive, knows how to do her job very well, and was always on time! If you're looking for someone dependable, that takes their job...

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Rosemary B.

Dually Certified Teacher (Special Education & K-6) Seeks Tutoring Opportunities

Nutley, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
I have experience tutoring special needs and general education students in grades K-5 in all subject areas.

Keri O. says "Rosie is a phenomenal person. I met Rosie when she was a student teacher in my classroom. She is the kindest, most selfless person you would ever want to...

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Shynette C.

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Shynette, and I would love the opportunity to assist you with child care! A little about me - I am an experienced babysitter and former lead teacher with an associate degree in Early Childhood Education, a bachelor's in Psychology, and a Certificate in Child Advocacy. While I currently work in the real estate...

Care Member says "Shynette has been working with my family for the past 6 years helping with school dropoff/pick up and babysitting for us when we need to run errands,...

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Tatyana H.

Energetic Polite College Babysitter

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Tatyana! I am 25 years old and I have 5+ years of experience with babysitting/nannying, which also involved tutoring sometimes as well. I have my Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice and Masters of Public Administration, both from Rutgers University with Summa Cum Laude honors distinction. I am from Newark, NJ...

Balasia M. says "Tatyana has helped my child tremendously with Algebra. According to my son, she "makes learning fun" and always rewards him when he brings back good test...

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Yaquelin V.

Bayonne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, my name is Yaquelin, and I have been a nanny for 23years and a sitter for a long time. I want to care for a family that I could be with them for a long term or at least for a couple of years and give them the best quality and care they deserve. I love to engage with all children and teach them extracurricular. I speak...

susan R. says "very nice and dependable. I love her punctuality and love how much quality time she spends with our children. "

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Hannah T.

Summer Tutor Available

Jersey City, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
-I have tutored on and off for over 5 years in all areas of study -Professional tutor for 2 years (in all subjects) -Recent Literature and Engineering graduate from Stevens Institute of Technology

Joyce B. says "Very punctual, professional, and a people person. She was hired immediately!"

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Angie P.

Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience With Newborns, Toddlers And Elementary School Age Children

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Angie and I wanted to say thank you for taking the time to read my profile! I have 25+ years of experience caring for children from newborn to roughly 7- 8 years of age. I am also mother of two (daughter 36 & son 25) so I can say I have tons of experience! I am well experienced with twins, children with special...

Andrew H. says "If it weren't for the fact that I am going to try being a Stay at Home Mom, we would still be using Angie's services. She is absolutely fantastic and our...

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Marla G.

Tutor

Livingston, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Marla and I'm a graduate of Seton Hall University where I majored in Economics and am currently working on my MBA. I've been tutoring professionally for 10 years now and with current pandemic I'm now offering online tutoring services through various platforms! I began tutoring my freshman year of high school...

Shaquana V. says "Marla is excellent with my kids. We couldn't be happier. She's reliable and trustworthy."

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Esther R.

Esther (Super Nanny)

Irvington, NJ

4.3(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
My name is Esther, I am 27 years old. I speak both English and Spanish fluently. I am courteous, easygoing, detail-oriented, fun, focused, I love children and animals, and I'm flexible. I have custody of three children for about four years, 1 niece and 2 nephews, 1 has ADHD, but I have raised them since they were babies. I cook...

Haritha K. says "I am hiring her seeing her enthusiasm. She spent 2 hours with my son and looked like she would be able to take care of him. I gave only 3 starts since I...

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Autumn H.

Occasional Date Night

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $35 hour Currently seeking : * Pet sitting in your home. * Occasional sitting weekend/overnights *Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.) My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o Promoted to LT of...

Adriana I. says "Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very...

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Ariel J.

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi I'm Ariel and I'm 32years old, and I have been taking care of kids for the majority of my life. Coming from a big family, I've taken care of many of my younger family members, and I have professionally worked at a daycare center, Ben S. Daycare Center in Montclair, for all four years of my college education. I am currently...

Christal L. says "Ariel has been an excellent, caring baby sitter for my 4 children the last 7 years. She is patient and kind while being stern and firm. Recently, I was...

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Gisselle V.

Licensed NJ Teacher: At Home Daycare, Hourly Babysitting & Tutoring

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have a been a public school teacher for five years. I have been tutoring children for several years. I have a NJ Teaching License.

Yamell M. says "She is very professional but very kind. Kids love her. "

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Rocio A.

Experienced, Nurturing & Interactive Babysitter

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I am Rocio. I love care-giving and early childhood education. I have been a school teacher in my home country Mexico. I am very patient, responsible, punctual and non-smoker. I have cared for children aged 0 months to 14 years old for 14 years. I am available full time, bilingual (English- Spanish). Gladly, I will email...

Susan K. says "Ms. Rocio was an outstanding nanny due to her patience, creativity, warmth, and organization. Despite a long commute, she was always punctual. Neighbors...

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Ashley A.

Teacher/Tutor And Nanny/Babysitter

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Ashley, I am 29 years old. I have held teaching positions officially for 5 years. I have worked with children ages 3months old-18 years old. I currently live in Jersey City. My bachelor's degree is in Psychology and my master's degree is in Educational Psychology. I have a dog of my own so I don't mind pets. In the...

Care Member says "She has helped my kids progress in school she is a very nice person I recommend her"

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Keri-faith P.

Full-Time Babysitting / Occasional And Weekend Babysitting.

Jersey City, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello everyone! My name is Keri, I am 33 years old graduate of Seton Hall University. Although I received my Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Media, my first love is children. I started babysitting for neighbors during high school, but started nannying regularly in college. I have worked with children as young as 2 months, all the...

Jennifer K. says "Keri has been babysitting for our children for approximately 4 years. She immediately connected with our older daughter, and my daughter looks forward...

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Alicia H.

Here To Help You Create Your Ideal Family Life!

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
- Trustworthy, kind, warm, and responsible. I look forward to making a genuine connection with your family and hearing more about your needs and goals for your children. - Neat! I value a clean home and enjoy organizing spaces. I make good use of time cleaning and helping around at your home if your child has a nap schedule or...

Care Member says "We have hired Alicia to care for our two daughters since their were 4 and 7 years old. Alicia would play games with them, bake, make arts and crafts,...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Hillside, NJ

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

Sherese P.

Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle...

- Alexandra G.

Sammy D.

Sammy has been wonderful with our 2 little ones. She's been flexible with our hectic schedule and we're so happy to have found her. Our...

- Nathan L.

Marcia G.

Marcia is very attentive, knows how to do her job very well, and was always on time! If you're looking for someone dependable, that takes...

- Diomedys P.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Hillside, NJ

The average cost for a reading tutor in Hillside, NJ as of May 2026 is $22.50 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 Hillside, NJ 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 Hillside, NJ, 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 Hillside, NJ 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 Hillside, NJ 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 Hillside, NJ, 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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