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60 reading tutors are listed in Islip, NY
The average rate is $35/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 2 years
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I have loved teaching from a very young age, being the oldest of five children I knew my future would be helping kids succeed. I am currently attending Touro College to earn my Master's Degree in Childhood Education/Special Education (GradesK-6) and once I complete that I will be adding a second Masters Degree In...
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Starting in high school, I taught religion for all four years to grades 5-8. I took a quick break to pursue a degree in media studies, ultimately realizing my true passion was to be a teacher. I have a Bachelor's degree in media studies, but am currently attending Graduate school at St. Joseph's College to earn my Masters in...
Therese M.
Islip, NY
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a recently retired elementary school reading teacher. I live in Islip with my husband and two college-aged sons. I am willing to help with before and after school as well as during the day for younger children. My hours/days are flexible.
Jessica R.
Holbrook, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.
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I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
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My name is Elizabeth and I'm 22 years old. I do not have any "professional" experience in a childcare program but I have been babysitting my 7 younger siblings and 4 younger cousins since I was 13! I'm great with children of all ages and childcare is my passion. I'm great at communicating with the children, preparing meals,...
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"Elizabeth is great around children. We hired her and were very please. She knows how to connect with children. Our two very young boys were very pleased."
Reviewed by Joe C.
Margaret K.
West Babylon, NY
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
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.
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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...
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"She told me she would call me to come by and meet my family and never called."
Reviewed by Linda D.
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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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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...
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"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!"
Reviewed by Sally W.
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My name is Anweshi. I completed my degree in Interdisciplinary Biology from Stony Brook University.
I have 4+ years of tutoring middle and high school students as well as 1+ years teaching College students in various subjects ranging from Science, History, English and Math. However, I specialize in test prep such SAT,...
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"She treated my daughter with respect and kindness, she came up with solution's that help my daughter stay focus and want to learn more, my daughter's math improve within a week of meeting her. She is a GEM."
Reviewed by Candice D.
Nadine L.
Huntington Station, NY
$50-80/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Enthusiastic, And Dedicated Elementary Educator Seeking A Tutoring Position
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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...
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"Miss Nadine is great with the students. Very dedicated and extremely helpful. Highly recommended!!!"
Reviewed by Brian R.
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I am a very responsible 35-year-old caregiver with over 15 years experience caring for newborns and children of all ages. I've been fortunate enough to work with many wonderful families for extended periods of time over the years.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Master's in Early Childhood and Special...
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"Angela is an amazing babysitter. She is wonderful with my three children and my active dog. She is kind, caring, and fun. I knew while I was at work that my children were really enjoying their time with her....
Reviewed by Felicia E.
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My name is Caroline P. I live with my husband and two children. I have been working with infants and children for over 20 years. It has always been a pleasure to care for kids. They need someone who is loving, caring and trustworthy, which I am. I enjoy reading story and nursery rhymes, building with blocks, teaching different...
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"I interviewed Caroline over the phone. she was lovely to talk to and seems very passionate about her work. She has a fantastic up beat personality that I'm sure any kids (and adults!) would love to be around!"
Reviewed by Marilena J.
Janeen M.
Hauppauge, NY
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun And Reliable! Enthusiastic About Sport Activities. Part-Time Babysitter !
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Hello! My name is Janeen and I am currently a college student. I have 8+ years of experience with children from the ages of 5 months to the teenage years. I have been a counselor at a summer camp youth retreat, vacation bible school and I have experience as a Sunday school teacher for 4+ years. My hobbies include basketball (but...
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"Janeen is hands down reliable. Every Saturday morning she was on time. Within those few hours she would ensure that my son got the help he needed with his schoolwork until I returned home. We had to relocate...
Reviewed by Lois A.
Denise D.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate, Patient, And Warm Hearted Caregiver Available To Babysit! Teacher Schedule
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My name is Denise! I am a loving mother of two amazing children! My son is 19 and my daughter is 15. I I have had the pleasure of being a stay home mom 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...
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"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. She arrived at our home like Mary Poppins, with bags...
Reviewed by Allison H.
Christina M.
East Northport, NY
$80/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reading Tutor - Elementary Level : AIS Provider With Over 10 Years Experience
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Certified Elementary Education Teacher, Reading Teacher and School Building Leader with current teaching position of Academic Intervention Service Provider - Reading/Writing. 18 years of teaching experiencing ranging in grades K -6. ORTON GILLINGHAM certified. Expertise in the Science of Reading.
Reading is something I love to...
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"Christina is friendly, knowledgeable, and punctual. She offers guidance and is very good with children. She can coax an antsy child to focus on a task. She is warm and helpful."
Reviewed by Tammy G.
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Hello! I just graduated from Johns Hopkins University and am a tutor I would love to teach your child and have extensive experience in ACT/SAT Test Prep, Math (Algebra, Geometry, AP Calculus, IB Math SL, HL, among others), English (Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Writing), as well as all Middle-School and Elementary level...
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"Sara is an extremely dependable and knowledgeable tutor. She helped our son increase his English grades and prepared him for his ACT test. Her attention to detail and knack for making complex ideas really easy...
Reviewed by Maureen D.
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I have been an elementary school teacher for the past 8 years and can't imagine myself doing anything else! I am certified in Childhood Education and TESOL. I have taught 2nd and 5th grade, but have worked with students of all ages. I have tutoring experience and have helped my students improve in all areas. Usually reading,...
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Hello! I am currently a 5th grade teacher with 8 years of teaching experience in the elementary grades. I am certified in General Education Grades 1-6, Special Education 1-6, Teaching English as a New Language Grades k-12, and English Grades 7-12. I have experience and training in a variety of reading programs such as FUNdations...
Lauren U.
Lindenhurst, NY
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am 23 years old and I have been babysitting for about 6 and a half years. I have a Bachelors degree in Childhood Education and a Master's degree in Educational Technology. I am currently looking for a babysitting job for the next few months while I take time to study/prepare for some certification exams I will be taking within...
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Hello I am a mature and dependable nanny, that is caring and dedicated.
I will be patient and kind and care for your children as if they were my own.
Activities would include reading, arts and crafts, games, and outdoor fun (weather permitting)
Also help with homework, dinner and snacks.
I am a mother of a grown son with 2...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Islip, NY
Elizabeth C.
5.0
Elizabeth is great around children. We hired her and were very please. She knows how to connect with children. Our two very young boys were very pleased.
- Joe C.
Margaret K.
3.0
She told me she would call me to come by and meet my family and never called.
- Linda D.
Laura E.
5.0
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!
- Sally W.
Anweshi D.
5.0
She treated my daughter with respect and kindness, she came up with solution's that help my daughter stay focus and want to learn more, my daughter's math improve within a week of meeting her. She is a GEM.
- Candice D.
Nadine L.
5.0
Miss Nadine is great with the students. Very dedicated and extremely helpful. Highly recommended!!!
- Brian R.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Islip, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Islip, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Islip, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $35.33 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 Islip, NY?
Care.com currently has 3 reading tutors in Islip, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Islip 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 Islip that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Islip, NY?
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 Islip 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 Islip, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Islip, NY, 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 Islip, NY 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.