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60 reading tutors are listed in Jamaica Plain, MA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
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Hello! I am looking for a position in which I might support your family with childcare, tutoring and/or cooking. I have a Masters in Education with 30 years experience teaching 5-12-year-old children in schools and summer programs. My particular areas of skill are the language and visual arts. I spent many years as well caring...
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I have been working with children and families since 2010, both in and out of a classroom setting. With getting back to school after summer and a very hectic spring, I would like to offer my services to help your child succeed academically!
I worked in schools until 2014 before taking on a psychology-based career path, but have...
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Hi! I am a very reliable, fun, and responsible person with a genuine love for kids! I currently work at Boston Children's with plans to go off to medical school next year with hopes of becoming a pediatrician. I'm looking for ways to save a little before school. I have a lot of experience in tutoring math and/or reading,...
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Hi there! My name is Emily, thank you for visiting my profile. I am happy to help your children with math, reading, and study tips.
I graduated in the top 10% of my class at Babson College where I concentrated in Business Analytics. I love math and teaching younger kids about the subject, as I know first hand how daunting...
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I tutored elementary level children in high school. I also lead study groups in college. I can help with any subject on the elementary level. I also am great at history, science, and math for high schoolers. I love using mnemonics, games, and visual aids to help your learner understand ad absorb the material.
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I'm a positive and energetic educator, newly married and long-time Boston resident. For several years, I worked as a teacher and campus minister because I love working with kids. Recently, I've shifted to working for myself (I am a writer) and I'm looking for a way to support my new family while doing the thing I love. I'm...
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I am an autistic educator and I value diversity and exploration of learning styles. I believe that play is learning and I use an experiential, multisensory approach. I love working with children of all ages from infancy through high school. I am very patient and creative.
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Hello! I am looking for a full or part-time position in which I might support your family with both childcare/teaching and cooking, or just one or the other. I have a Masters in Education with 30 years experience teaching 4-10-year-old children in schools and summer programs; I spent many years as well caring for toddlers in...
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"We were fortunate to have Susi lead a study pod for our first grader son and his friend from school. The two boys were not the most cooperative when it comes to following the schedule and staying focused with...
Reviewed by Svetlin K.
Miya P.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Young, Working Professional With 6+ Years Experience Working With Children Who's Available Weekends!
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Hello! I graduated from Connecticut College with a double major in English and Government. I was also the captain of the Varsity Sailing Team and served as the team's DEI Specialist.
In my spare time, I like to create things! Over the summer, I taught myself how to crochet, and I also freelance art commissions from time to...
Ariel F.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$24-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as dependable, friendly and helpful.
I like working with kids because I enjoy helping them grow and doing a variety of activities with them.
I started working with kids when I was in college. I worked at a preschool for a few years and have a lot of babysitting experience.
In my spare time, I like...
Sara F.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Child Caregiver Looking For Full-Time Nanny Position
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I'm an experienced early education teacher with a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services and a concentration in Family and Children's Services. I am currently working on my Master's Degree, with the hopes of becoming a children's librarian.
I've worked with children from ages 3 months to 5 years in both casual and professional...
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Hi all! I am Masters of Science in Psychology graduate from Northeastern University and I am now studying Expressive Arts Therapies at Lesley University.
I specialize in working with neuro divergent individuals and behavioral therapy. I would love to help out families with weekday/ date night/ weekend babysitting.
I have...
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Hi! I'm Miss Kimberly!
I'm here to provide and share over 15 years of experience working with children. Tools I've learned through Nanning, babysitting, and Preschool-Teaching.
I believe in the importance of a scheduled day. Planned activities fostering the growth and development of every child. Such as reading, music,...
Daisy S.
Dorchester, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Provider/ Behavior Analyst/Special Education Teacher
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I've been nannying for 6 years. I nannied children from ages 0-13. During those experiences, I meal prepped, drove children to activities, date nights, homework help, and the list goes on! I also have experience nannying/tutoring children with special needs. I am a Lesley University graduate for special education. I am...
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"Daisy is absolutely lovely. She is warm and authentic, and her genuine enjoyment of kids is so clear."
Reviewed by Marjanna B.
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I am an experienced educator, tutor, nanny and mother of three successful grown children. I ONLY PROVIDE CHILDCARE/TUTOR CHILDREN AGE 3+. I have a B. A. in English (Smith and Dartmouth Colleges), and MA in Education (Boston College and Harvard Graduate School of Education) and have completed all coursework to be a certified MA...
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"Nan is incredibly creative, fun-loving, and patient--all adjectives which I wish described my baby-sitters and carers, and teachers, when my children were young. Her enthusiasm and kindness is especially...
Reviewed by ALEX E.
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Hello, my name is Kristen. I am 28 years old and have worked with children for 12 years. I am a certified MA teacher for Prek to 2nd grade, as well as EEC certified as a Lead Infant, Toddler, and Preschool teacher. I worked in daycare for 4 years with children aged 6 months to 5 years old. I then worked in a preschool with...
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"Kristen was my son’s nanny for the summer of 2022, he was 3 yrs old then. We were very happy with her. She was very punctual, she was always on time and did things exactly by the time she promised she would....
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Jeffriel L.
Malden, MA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I was an educator for 6 years. I worked for Youbellor Child Academy in Medford for the past 4 years and have loved every moment of it. My pride in childcare comes from my family - we're extremely love oriented and since I was a child, its been reflected into me.
I've also taught at Brown Middle School in Charlestown for a year...
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"Jeff was great and reliable! I have 3 children between the age of 4-12 & they loved spending there time with Jeff from the very first day. If we didn't find a summer program we will hire jeff again in a...
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Sofina T.
Malden, MA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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My name is Sofina and I have always loved working with kids. I have been tutoring and babysitting kids since I was 16. I love teaching children art and craft. I love cooking and reading as a hobby. I am very patient with kids and assist their learning according to their age. I have experience with toddlers as well.
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"Amazing and extremely talented person!! Our son adores her. We cannot say enough good things about her. I would highly highly recommend her!! I wish she could stay with us longer."
Reviewed by Haranchal B.
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Hi my name is Erin. I'm 24 and I've been baby sitting and pet sitting for 9 years. I also taught as an assistant daycare teacher working with ages 2 month to 5 years old for a year. Until I switched to exclusively baby sitting and pet sitting while I go to school to get my associates degree. I also have a cat & dog of my own and...
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"Erin was great with my kids. They enjoyed spending time with her. She let us down by giving us a 30 min heads up and put my husband and I with no one to babysit our kids. We liked Erin, but we will not be...
Reviewed by Olga B.
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K-3 TUTOR FOR READING/PHONICS/WRITING/MATH AVAILABLE
Hello, families! My name is Alicia and I am a first grade teacher in Lexington. I am currently tutoring a few students virtually and I am looking for a few more virtual or face-to-face students (we can discuss if it would be safe). In order to solidify foundational literacy...
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"Alicia began helping me with my daughter part-time while she was still a college student, and I have known her for around 5 years now. She is particularly skilled at working with challenging children (my...
Reviewed by Mary D.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Jamaica Plain, MA
Susan A.
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We worked with Susan for a year when she took care of our three children two days a week for before and after school care. Susi was wonderful with our kids - my kids have very different personalities and she was able to adapt and tune her interaction with each child accordingly. My youngest in...
- Lydia S.
Daisy S.
5.0
Daisy is absolutely lovely. She is warm and authentic, and her genuine enjoyment of kids is so clear.
- Marjanna B.
Nan C.
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Nan is a very dedicated, creative and passionate caregiver. Our children adore her. She always shows up with a plan for the day with books, projects and meets the kids where they are. She plays and engages them in sports, music, art, nature, reading, etc.
- Karen M.
Kristen B.
5.0
Kristen was my son’s nanny for the summer of 2022, he was 3 yrs old then. We were very happy with her. She was very punctual, she was always on time and did things exactly by the time she promised she would. Given her teaching background, she was able to structure my son’s day appropriately and kept...
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Jeffriel L.
5.0
Jeff was our 2 years old son day care teacher for almost 1 year, our son absolutely loved him. Jeff also babysat both our kids a few times and the experience was great! I highly recommend hiring him if you need someone to take care of your kids!
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Jamaica Plain, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Jamaica Plain, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $23.69 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 Jamaica Plain, MA?
Care.com currently has 13 reading tutors in Jamaica Plain, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Jamaica Plain 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 Jamaica Plain that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA?
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 Jamaica Plain 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 Jamaica Plain, MA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Jamaica Plain, MA, 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 Jamaica Plain, MA 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.
Ratings for Jamaica Plain, MA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Reading Tutors in Jamaica Plain, MA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.