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Susan D.

Elementary Teacher Also Certified In Special Education, Caregiver

Islip, NY

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am newly retired from teaching. For 20 years I was a general education elementary school teacher with a master's in special education. I did teach students with disabilities during my career. Prior to teaching, I worked in the business world as an account manager for a medical related company. I have raised 3 daughters and...
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Bianca B.

Fun Sitter

Bay Shore, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
My name is Bianca and I recently graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Nannying appeals to me because I love working with children of all ages, I tend to get along with them better than people my own age haha. I've been using Care. com for the last 5 years and have made really wonderful friendships with several...

Care Member says "Bianca is beyond excellent. She does really fun things with my daughter like trips to the park, library. She’s fun, loving and appropriately firm. Very...

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Nadine L.

Experienced, Enthusiastic, And Dedicated Elementary Educator Seeking A Tutoring Position

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience
I'm a positive, energetic, certified teacher, reading specialist, tutor and a mother of three. For 10+ years, I worked on and off in elementary schools and tutoring kids. Recently, I dropped my third child off at his 1st year at college and I'm looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing the thing I love. I'm...

Brian R. says "Miss Nadine is great with the students. Very dedicated and extremely helpful. Highly recommended!!!"

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Margaret K.

Loving Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Experience Working With Children From Infants To School Age. I Am Available Full Time, Part Time And Weekends.

West Babylon, NY

3.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am very focused and I take pride in working with the children I helped raise, some of whom are in college now. I have worked with children from infants to elementary school age children. I can assist with changing, bathing, feeding, homework, games, activities organizing/setting up of play dates and what ever the child's...

Linda D. says "She told me she would call me to come by and meet my family and never called."

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Denise D.

Passionate, Patient, And Warm Hearted Caregiver Available To Babysit! Teacher Schedule

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Denise! I am a loving mother of two amazing children! My son is 21 and my daughter is 17! I have had the pleasure of being a domestic engineer to provide my two children with the foundation for success! They both knew how to read by 4! Providing the building blocks for young children is and has always been a...

Allison H. says "Miss Denise has worked with my son since he was 7 weeks old, and with my six year old as well. I truly cannot imagine a more amazing child care provider....

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Laura E.

North Babylon, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
Hello! I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...

Sally W. says "Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"

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Antoinette C.

Part-Time Caregiver

North Babylon, NY

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I am currently managing my family owned business. My hours are flexible. Prior to this position, I worked at a child care center as an infant teacher age group 6 weeks to 6 months for 5 years. During The 5 years I cared for 8 babies at a time with the help of a assistant. We would read them stories, give them tummy time, tend to...
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Tali T.

Tutoring Available

Lindenhurst, NY

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Tali and I am currently a senior in high school. I love working with kids! I've tutored for numerous families. I'm an AP student and consider myself to be highly intelligent and academically focused. I will be attending school in the fall to pursue Elementary Special Education as my major. Education is something I'm...
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Sonia P.

Loving And Educated Caregiver Available

West Islip, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I am a Columbia University graduate with a BA in psychology and a concentration in education. I have experience with children both in professional as well as personal settings. Currently I am an assistant teacher in a prekindergarten classroom as well as a tutor at a learning center. Before the pandemic, I was an assistant...
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Penelope S.

Please Consider Me For Your Childcare Needs. I Am Responsible, Educated And Love Working With Kids!!

West Islip, NY

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$20/hr
15 years experience
I like working with kids because I can relate to them. I like to teach, inspire and encourage them. I'm looking for a job that involves caring for children/teens, driving them places, playing with them and helping with homework. I presently work as an aide at a high school for students with disabilities, I have raised 2...
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Tracyann R.

West Islip, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Tracyann and I am 56 years old. I have been a caretaker for over 35 years. Throughout the years I have been very active with children. I worked as a pre-k teacher for many years and enjoyed all the different personalities of each child. I've taken care of many families, friends and relatives children. I have a...
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Lesley C.

Hi! I'm Lesley, A Recent College Graduate Who Has Always Loved Caring For Children.

Commack, NY

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as caring, fun, thoughtful. I like working with kids because it's fun being a part of a child's development. Seeing kids grow and learn new things is exciting for me. I started working with kids when I would come back from college during my summer and winter breaks for a little bit of extra...
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France Cautina D J.

Loving And Patient Babysitter.

West Babylon, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as responsible, caring, hardworking I like working with kids because they teach me patience, kindness, and how to appreciate the little moments. I also enjoy creating a safe and happy environment where they can grow and have beautiful childhood memories. I'm looking for a job that is stable and...
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Molly P.

West Islip, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Molly, a certified elementary special education teacher with experience working with children of all abilities and learning styles. I currently teach third grade in an ICT classroom and love creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel supported and encouraged. I would describe myself as patient,...
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Peyton S.

Huntington Station, NY

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Peyton, an experienced coach, former college athlete, paraprofessional, and caregiver who loves working with kids. I've spent years coaching softball players of all ages, helping them build confidence, discipline, and teamwork skills both on and off the field. As a paraprofessional, I work closely with students every...
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Donna G.

Bay Shore, NY

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$21/hr
32 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
I have 31 years experience as a Elementary and Middle School Teacher. I'm now retired . I am a Mom of three grown children and a Grandma too. Since I retired in 2019, I have been continuing to work with children and babies consistently. I have worked as a Nanny and continue to work in educational field too. taking care of...
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Courtney S.

Part-time Tutor

Lake Grove, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am a second-year medical student at Stony Brook. I have 3 years of tutoring experience as a peer tutor and teaching assistant at my undergraduate institution. After graduating college in 2017, I conducted research at Massachusetts Institute of Technology for 2 years before starting medical school.
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Kim R.

East Islip, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Fostering growth and development in children is my true passion, and I am dedicated to making a positive impact on your family's daily life. With three years of professional experience as a preschool teacher, I provided a calm, patient, and creative environment for little ones aged 0 to 3. I also volunteer in the Kids Ministry...
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Mara C.

NYS Certified Tutor Available Orton-Gillingham Reading Specialist

East Northport, NY

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am a full time Kindergarten teacher familiar with elementary Common Core Math and reading. I am NYS certified and I have a MA in Early Childhood Ed.
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Samantha C.

Deer Park, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Tutoring PSAT and SAT Tutoring 2014-2016 I aided peers in maximizing their PSAT and SAT scores using multiple learned strategies as well as some of my own personally-crafted strategies. I am currently offering SAT and PSAT studying sessions to select applicants. English Language Tutoring 2013-2016 I have tutored both my peers...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $40.00/hr as of September 2026

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Islip, NY

Reading Tutors in Islip, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Bianca B.

Bianca is beyond excellent. She does really fun things with my daughter like trips to the park, library. She’s fun, loving and appropriately...

- Care member

Nadine L.

Miss Nadine is great with the students. Very dedicated and extremely helpful. Highly recommended!!!

- Brian R.

Margaret K.

She told me she would call me to come by and meet my family and never called.

- Linda D.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Islip, NY

The average cost for a reading tutor in Islip, NY as of September 2026 is $40.00 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 Islip, 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 Islip, 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 Islip, 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 Islip, 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 Islip, 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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