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60 reading tutors are listed in La Mesa, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in La Mesa, CA
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I used to be an after school program leader for a year where we were able to help student K-6 with homework. I graduated from Cal State Fullerton majoring in Biology. I have a 3. 5/4. 0 GPA. I am a very determined student and I am good at asking important questions when needed so things go smoothly. I never leave a task...
Scarllette R.
La Mesa, CA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I am great in mathematical skills. I am able to help children with Science and English writing as well as history. Most of my experience comes from tutoring my own younger brother. I have tutored a few of my cousins as well and a few people from school too. I am always someone that people in class turn to for help if they don't...
Shyra D.
La Mesa, CA
$20-25/hr
2.0
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I have experience as a preschool teacher and a kindergarten teacher aid, I can make lesson plans and practice homework
5.0
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Hi, I'm Bri, I'm 20! I'm looking to babysit, on an as-needed basis. I have experience in childcare and coaching. I was a gymnastics coach and did childwatch for all ages. I have a car, have babysat plenty of times, and have taken courses in child development. I am confident in my ability to look after & care for children of all...
5.0
"Couldn't have gone better. Good communication, on time, friendly, and the kids loved her. Thanks, Briana!"
Reviewed by Juan M.
5.0
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Preschool experience: My name is Mitzi and working with children is my passion. I worked as the 2-year-olds' teacher at a Christian preschool for over 14 years. During that time, I coordinated and worked with parents on an individual basis, keeping them informed of their child's needs, progress, and achievements. I fostered a...
5.0
"Snag her if you can- she is one in a million. Mitzi watched our son from when he was 3 months old to about 2 years old. He's a Covid baby so we felt the nanny route was the safest way to go. I am SO glad we...
Reviewed by Liz N.
Elizabeth T.
La Mesa, CA
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Liz, I Am An Athletic, Fun Nanny And Babysitter Who Loves To Teach, And Tutor!
5.0
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I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and fun!
I like working with kids because I find it very rewarding to help guide them to do something new, such as a hard math problem, a handstand, or an authentic apology.
I'm looking for a job that is stable and flexible all at the same time while feeling tight for me and the...
5.0
"We were extremely fortunate to have Liz for 9 months. She is in, in a word, magical. First, Liz is not a career nanny - she is actually a multi-talented acrobat. She is very active and got along swimmingly with...
Reviewed by Shermin D.
5.0
(3)
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I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since I was 10 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, tutoring, dance lessons, running errands. I am warm-hearted, energetic and enjoy spending my time reading, crafting and playing...
5.0
"She's a very hard working person"
Reviewed by Kevin J.
Vicki M.
La Mesa, CA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
COVID Vaccinated And Booster, Early Childhood Development Courses, First Aid/CPR/AED,
5.0
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Hi,
I am big on reading and limiting screen time. I do engage your child throughout my visit to your home.
I am a mom myself and know that it does take a village to raise children. My sons are both in college and I am enjoying the occasional babysitter/nanny jobs. I have been a baker in the food industry for many years but went...
5.0
"Vicki showed up early and immediately presented her vaccine card. She was very thorough in understanding our daughter's schedule. She even brought stickers and other small items to entertain her. We felt...
Reviewed by Rick C.
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Hello! My name is Michelle. I Have over 10 years working with children. I first started working with kids back in high school where I would help teach horseback riding lessons to kids and kids with special needs. After graduating high school I moved to San Diego and there I got a job working at a nanny agency. I worked with that...
Andrea M.
La Mesa, CA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Responsible, Proactive, Honest, Baby Sister With 6 Years Of Experience,
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I'm responsible, patient, honest, I really like spend time with the children's, teach them, play, read books with them
I'd describe my personality as responsible, disciplined, honest person
I like working with kids because I connect with them, I like to tech
I'm looking for a job that respect to me, skill communication
I...
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I'd describe my personality as compassionate, resilient and determined.
I started working with kids when I was younger when I started babysitting for family and friends! Then I did tutoring for a while in high school, and now I'm a children's swim instructor. Through those experiences I've found I really like working with...
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I recently completed my teaching credential and work in elementary schools Monday thru Friday, after working in elementary and high schools since 2012.
I have always been surrounded by children of all ages; as a family member, a nanny, a babysitter, a paid classified and certificated school employee, and a volunteer.
While...
HA
5.0
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Hello, my name is Hiba, I am an English student (previously was a biology major). I work as a tutor in an education department as well. I have about 4 years of tutoring experience.
My strong subjects are Math, Science, and Essay writing for English classes as well as Lab Reports for all grades through college-level General...
5.0
(1)
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Hello,
I'm Allison and I have what it takes to be your child's best nanny! Experience includes: many years of babysitting, work with special needs children in a group home setting, and after school nannying with transportation duties, meal prep and homework help. I also worked as a part-time naturalist for two years with the...
5.0
"We hired Allison while on vacation in Joshua Tree to look after our and our friends' 2 year old daughters. Allison was punctual, connected with the kids and texted us with an update while we were out. We would...
Reviewed by Yann M.
5.0
(1)
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(PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE MESSAGING! I am unable to nanny or tutor currently as I am a full time teacher and will be teaching virtually from my school building. I am only available for weekend nanny/babysitting jobs. Thanks!)
I am a fifth year 1st grade teacher in KCK. I am looking for evening or weekend jobs. I have worked in...
5.0
"Brianna is very loving and a great listener! My 5 year old son and my 18 month old daughter both do well with her for our date nights or brief sitting jobs for me to work and run errands. She is comfortable...
Reviewed by Katie G.
5.0
(4)
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I have 2 years of experience. I can help with cooking/meal prep, laundry, light housekeeping, errands, grocery shopping, carpool, crafts, swimming supervision, travel, remote learning.
I am 25 years old and have lots of art supplies to entertain children. I read books all the time and would love to teach/read to children of any...
5.0
"Sandy is so sweet and very reliable. She took initiative and was very easy to get along with. My son is 9 months old and she was great playing with him. "
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5.0
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Hello, my name is Natalie A. I have worked at a home daycare for over six years. I have experience working with children of different ages and backgrounds. Working with children is something that truly brings joy to my life. I currently have a teacher associate permit and have more than 30 units in Child Development.
As a...
5.0
"Natalie was amazing with my son!! She was super engaged, patient, and so friendly! It usually takes a while for my son to warm up to new people, but he had no problem doing so with her. Would totally...
Reviewed by Ellen N.
5.0
(3)
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Hello! I am a kind, caring and patient elementary school teacher with 7+ years of tutoring experience working with students of all ages, from pre-elementary to post graduate studies. Before beginning my career as a Special Education teacher here in San Diego I lived in Utah, where I worked as a tutor and snowboard instructor. I...
5.0
"Wade has been tutoring my son, who is in third grade, for 3 months now and he's had a noticeable improvement in his math and reading. Wade is very patient and has a positive and encouraging teaching style which...
Reviewed by Laurie T.
Priscilla P.
Chula Vista, CA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
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I have cared for children aging as young as 2 months to as old as 18 years. I enjoy listening to music, watching movies, and reading books, as well as having them enjoy their time with me with whatever that may be ! If you happen to have any pets I would be more than happy to care for them as well. I work a full time job at a...
3.0
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My name is Fernanda and I can tutor Spanish and English, including help with writing. I can do so with any grade level student.
3.0
"Fernanda seems like a very sweet young girl which is why I was excited to have her come to our house and gave her 3 starts. We made an appointment for her to come and she never showed up. I called and texted...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in La Mesa, CA
Briana M.
5.0
We hired Briana for a recurring baby sitting position and she was so easy to contact and responsive. She was able to start sooner than we anticipated which saved us from having to deal with finding a family member to help. She is very up front with what works for her and is also flexible as our...
- Shannon D.
Mitzi S.
5.0
Snag her if you can- she is one in a million. Mitzi watched our son from when he was 3 months old to about 2 years old. He's a Covid baby so we felt the nanny route was the safest way to go. I am SO glad we made that decision and were fortunate enough to hire Mitzi. She was a dream. She would rotate...
- Liz N.
Elizabeth T.
5.0
We were extremely fortunate to have Liz for 9 months. She is in, in a word, magical. First, Liz is not a career nanny - she is actually a multi-talented acrobat. She is very active and got along swimmingly with our older daughter (6) and toddler (1 when started). She has a joyful and loving...
- Shermin D.
Nicole S.
5.0
Lovely, friendly and great with my 18 month old. Will hire again
- Ekaterina Z.
Vicki M.
5.0
Vicki showed up early and immediately presented her vaccine card. She was very thorough in understanding our daughter's schedule. She even brought stickers and other small items to entertain her. We felt very comfortable leaving our daughter alone with Vicki and will hire her again.
- Rick C.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in La Mesa, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in La Mesa, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in La Mesa, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.46 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 La Mesa, CA?
Care.com currently has 13 reading tutors in La Mesa, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from La Mesa 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 La Mesa that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in La Mesa, CA?
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 La Mesa 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 La Mesa, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in La Mesa, CA, 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 La Mesa, CA 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 La Mesa, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Reading Tutors in La Mesa, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.