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Nicole S.

Experienced/Certified English Teacher

Kearny, NJ

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$35/hr
6 years experience
I am an experienced and certified English/Language Arts teacher. I have taught various ages and currently am teaching middle school honors courses. Over the years, I have tutored several students in Language Arts and can provide references.
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Lidia O.

Hi My Name Is Lia And I'm A 22 Y/o Premed Student

Kearny, NJ

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$40/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Lidia, but I go by Lia, I am 23 years old, currently attend University majoring in Psychology with a double minor in Chemistry and Biology. I hope to go to medical school and become a pediatrician. I have done few jobs over the year, (starting at the age of 16), with tutoring. In high school I was selected for...
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Keila P.

Kearny, NJ

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Keila . I have experience taking care of and working with children for over two years. In my home country, Cuba, I was studying to become a teacher, and during that time I did professional internships in schools and educational centers, always surrounded by children and learning how to support them with love...
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Lidia O.

Hello Please Feel Free To Msg Me For Any Questions Or Suggestions

Kearny, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Lidia, but I go by Lia, I am 25 years old, recent college graduate in psychology with a minor in chemistry and second concentration in pre-medicine. I plan on going back for my Masters in Social Work. My experience over the years started when I was 15 taking care of children. Currently I am working as Case Manager...
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Molly M.

Storyteller And Riddle Master

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a recent graduate of Sarah Lawrence College. I am passionate about modeling compassionate patient confident and respectful behavior. As an actor, I specialize in make-believe. In my spare time, I like to read lots and lots and lots and lots of books! My skills include helping with homework, creative play, and nurturing...

Care Member says "Molly is an incredibly gifted educator, is great with kids, and always gives 110% in whatever they do. I highly recommend Molly!"

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Kelsey N.

HS Teacher Seeking After School Jobs

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been caring for children since I was 13. I have extensive experience with children with special needs. ! I am currently looking for after school and recurring weekend/date night babysitting jobs in and around Cambridge! I am also available for tutoring or direct instruction/homework help for an additional fee. I have had...

Jay M. says "Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She did a great job...

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Maria D.

Need An Experience Childcare Provider/nanny With Excellent References?

Edgewater, NJ

4.7(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I have more than 20 years experience as a childcare provider/nanny. My tasks have included meal preparation, educational activities (e. g., reading and homework help, trip to library, games and puzzles), potty training, light housekeeping, children's laundry, supervision of playdates, and encouraging sports participation. I have...

Annie H. says "Maria has been our nanny full-time for a year now. She's taken care of our son since he was a year old, and she is reliable, fun, and attentive. She...

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Victoria F.

Grad Student Who Loves Kids

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a PhD student who enjoys being an occasional babysitter. I now primarily work in research and miss being around children. I taught for 6 years as a middle school special education math teacher. I've been babysitting basically my whole life as the oldest of six children. I love being with kids, especially reading and playing...

Care Member says "Victoria is an amazing and reliable babysitter! Our 16 month old daughter loved playing with her and warmed up to her very quickly. Before bed they read...

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Ali G.

Elementary Tutor/caregiver Available

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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My name is Ali and I am a 32-year-old special education teacher. I have my graduate degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, as well as a master's in Curriculum and Instruction. I have had babysitting experience since I was in 6th grade, including full-time nannying positions over many summers. My mother also...

Katie L. says "Ali first babysat for our son when he was 3 months old. She's the first babysitter we ever left him with, and I could not have felt more instantly...

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Anna H.

College Student Looking For A Summer Nanny Job

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Howdy! I am a seasoned caregiver with a background in musical theatre! I just finished up 2 years of touring with PAW Patrol LIVE! And am excited to get back to impacting children directly. I have years of experience teaching fitness and dance from ages 2-12. I even wrote a preschool music curriculum for the Stretch-N-Grow...

Tiffany D. says "Anna was great with my four kids always on time most of the time early. She was very calm and patient. My kids loved her. Said she's the best sitter...

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Oyindamola A.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love working with children after growing up with several younger ones. I enjoy baking, reading, watching movies and just being someone they can trust. I have baby sitted for several families and friends back in England which I immensely enjoyed. I am a non-smoker able to cook/help with meal prep, run errands, do light house...

Laurie R. says "My kids LOVE Oyinda! She provided after-school care for our twins when they were in preschool. She picked them up from school, took them home for a snack...

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Marcia G.

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Ashley P.

Super Fun And Energetic Babysitter!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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Hi! My name is Ashley, and I bring over 8 years of experience, rooted in love, responsibility, and a genuine passion for helping children grow. My journey started at age 10 when my little sister was born I became her daily caregiver, learning how to feed, bathe, teach, and love a child as she developed into the amazing young...

Sarah S. says "Ashley watched over my 3 kids over the summer 2021 and she was amazing with them, she took them to the theater, the park, the beach and so many other...

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Nicole B.

Smart Caregiver

North Bergen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! I'm a young professional currently working as a Data Analyst for a nonprofit. I babysat children throughout my Georgetown career and I enjoyed it so much, I am hoping to continue working with children. I enjoy teaching children how to read, basic Spanish and expanding their incredibly intelligent minds! I'm an incredible...

Care Member says "Excellent caregiver. Super punctual, and dedicated to being the most efficient, patient person when being tasked to handle your child, or pet. Extremely...

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Tiffany W.

Loving, Caring Babysitter

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello there, my name is Tiffany. I am 28 years old, born and raised in Montclair. I have been working at a daycare center since I was able to start working, exactly at the age of 16. I volunteered at camps and my mother's preschool with children from ages three months to 5 years old in Bloomfield, NJ. I worked with young ones...

Emily M. says "Tiffany is an absolutely wonderful nanny & whoever has the opportunity to bring her into their lives next is truly fortunate. She began as a nanny for our...

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Anahi C.

Bayonne, NJ

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Dependable and dedicated babysitter with 4 years in daycare and 5 years in babysitting From 6 mo -15-year-olds . Flexible and adaptable, bilingual. Devoted to helping children think creatively, and explore new ideas. I am an active listener, reliable and punctual , cheerful and energetic . Answer wide range of childcare needs...

Amanda Na C. says "Ana is outstanding with kids she was such a help for me and my family she bathe my kids and feed them as well as do crafts and had fun with them she...

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Rachel L.

Loving, Caring NYC Babysitter / Nanny

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Rachel! I am a Pace University alumni and currently studying to go to nursing school. I have experience caring for all ages (newborns and up). I have been babysitting for 10+ years & have many younger cousins who I've looked after since they were infants. I have experience changing diapers, bottle feeding, light...

Shana C. says "Rachel has been babysitting for our family for many years. She is kind, reliable and honest. Her sweet disposition and love for children was always evident...

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Keri-faith P.

Full-Time Babysitting / Occasional And Weekend Babysitting.

Newark, NJ

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Jona R.

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hope you're having a wonderful day! My name is Jona, been a professional Nanny since 2012. Married with 3 kids. I have years of childcare experience - from newborn to teenage hood. I graduated Nursing. Through my courses, I studied Pediatrics, child psychology and development. I am willing to do light housekeeping and anything...

Care Member says "Jona was amazing. She is warm, confident and easy to communicate with. My 10 week old baby took to her right away and I felt at ease leaving her with...

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Laura B.

Experienced Aussie Nanny With Bachelor Of Education

Long Island City, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Laura and I am a 27-year-old Australian who is temporarily living in NYC (I am a US citizen). I have 13 years of babysitting/nannying experience and have also been teaching for 2. 5 years. I was a longtime (10+ years) nanny for a wonderful family of 7 since the eldest was an infant so I am very confident with...

Heather H. says "Laura was wonderful with my 2.5 year old daughter! She was attentive and checked in with us throughout the afternoon which was very comforting for our...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $29.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Kearny, NJ

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

Molly M.

Molly is an incredibly gifted educator, is great with kids, and always gives 110% in whatever they do. I highly recommend Molly!

- Care member

Kelsey N.

Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She...

- Jay M.

Maria D.

Maria has been our nanny full-time for a year now. She's taken care of our son since he was a year old, and she is reliable, fun, and...

- Annie H.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Kearny, NJ

Hiring a local reading tutor in Kearny, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $29.00 per hour as of October 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 4 reading tutors in Kearny, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Kearny 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 Kearny 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 Kearny 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 Kearny, 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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