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Frances F.
Los Alamitos, CA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as compassionate, fun, and diligent.
I love working with kids because they're always an adventure! I enjoy teaching valuable life skills, as well as learning unique lessons from them too!
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old, watching family friends from church and neighbors on the...
Rachael A.
Los Alamitos, CA
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Rachael! I Am Currently A Student At Chapman University, And I Love Working With Kids!
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I'd describe my personality as charismatic, trustworthy, and driven.
I like working with kids because I love being there to watch them grow and learn! I have so many little cousins that I spend so much time with and love to play, teach, and help out in any way I can!
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my class...
5.0
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I am looking to find a family to babysit for 15-30 hours a week in the summer!
I am an early childhood teacher who is energetic, a great multitasker, and creative! I love to play games, create fun science experiments, and enjoy the wonderful world around us. Rather than spending time in front of the TV I have a list of games...
5.0
"Alex is the best sitter I have ever had for my children and has been the top sitter between myself and all my friends. She has a gift around children and is the real life Mary Poppins. She is a sitter who truly...
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5.0
(3)
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I tutor children Pre-K - 8th grade in language arts, math, science, study skills, homework help, homeschool, and online/distance learning.
Language Arts include:
-Phonics
-Reading, reading comprehension & analysis
-Grammar
-Writing (printing/cursive), sentence structure, 1-5 paragraph essay
-Spelling
Math...
5.0
"Ms. Renee is a wonderful tutor. She is so great with my twin boys. She has helped them get confident with their reading.
She asks a lot of questions to try and make a plan on how to best help each one of them....
Reviewed by Rebecca T.
5.0
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Hello, I am Serena! I am 24 years old and I have a lot of experience with early child care and have worked as a nanny for over 9 years now with long-term families. I'm very punctual, responsible, organized, and friendly. I'm outgoing, and my main priority is children having fun and safety. I have a Certified Nursing Assistant...
5.0
"This was my first time using care.com, using a babysitter and was a little nervous. Serena was on time, friendly and communicative. Both of my children took to her really well. I would definitely hire her...
Reviewed by Carla B.
5.0
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Hello Families!
I'm a California native and I have decades of experience raising children of all ages - newborns to teens, with extensive infant and toddler care. I'm also a mom and an auntie, I love to teach, nurture and play. Mealtime, playtime, and bedtime are all important and I'm sensitive to your family's needs. I enjoy...
5.0
"Lisa is a Godsend! She's been watching my now 1 year old from starting early this year and she has been so good with her.
Gives her tons of love and attention.
I don't think I would have been able to get...
Reviewed by Katherine K.
5.0
(1)
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I have worked in elementary, middle and high schools. Aside from HS math - I am able to tutor, modify and work through any subject. I am patient, kind, caring but will not cave and give an answer - I will teach skills to help your child find the answer within the material and allow for flexibility and breaks when they get...
5.0
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Hello,
My name is Joann and I have about 9 years of experience as a babysitter through care. com.
I have a B. A. in Sociology from CSULB & plan to go back for a master of Public Policy in fall of 2025. My schedule is very flexible! I have experience watching multiple children, doing overnights, & giving medication. I am happy...
5.0
"She is is one of the best babysitters that I have ever had!"
Reviewed by Elaine L.
5.0
(2)
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From 2010-14, I have been a caregiver for children ages 1-4 as a teaching assistant for the Head Start program at the Irvine Early Childhood Learning Center. In this position, I have experiences teaching and supporting children with reading, writing, languages, music, and outdoor activities. From 2014-17 as a college student, I...
5.0
"Easy to communicate with, and very responsive. Showed up early. Was a great babysitter."
Reviewed by Gregory S.
5.0
(2)
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I first started watching children part-time when I was 13; I regularly took care of children from 4 different families with the children ranging in ages from 6 months to 12 years. This led to a steady after school position in high school and eventually to a full-time nanny position taking care of four children for a year after...
5.0
"Interview went well. Was really great with our daughter. We ended up having an offer accepted by another caregiver shortly after her interview, so we we're unable to hire her...but would have!"
Reviewed by John G.
5.0
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Hi there! My name is Sofia and I have been working professionally with children since 2012. I started out as a nanny and then spent 8 years as a preschool teacher, primarily in child-led and nature-based settings.
I have a degree in Child Development from CSULB and a certificate in Infant & Toddler Development from Irvine...
5.0
"Sofia took care of our daughters, for about three years, taking them from school to home, tutoring them, taking them to their educational and recreational activities. She created a very strong bonds with our...
Reviewed by Katerina S.
5.0
(1)
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Throughout my experience I have learned so much about what I want to do for my career. My passion is helping others in any way that I can and I especially love kids. I have a great work ethic I am passionate, patient, caring and I am also a mother. I have lots of experience with kids, including babysitting for friends, family...
5.0
"Destiny took wonderful care of my 2 kids. She made them lunch I left, fed them, cleaned up after them and put them to bed right at the bed time. Left the kitchen spotless as well
The kids love her as well. She...
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5.0
(1)
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I enjoy teaching/tutoring, in California, Illinois, Canada, Korea, or China. Qualifications include California K12 Credentials for English, Mathematics, Social Sciences and Computer Science; NCLB "Highly Qualified" ratings for English, ESL, History, Spanish, and my degree fields; and TEFL/TESOL certificates. I teach every...
5.0
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I am a married women who choose to put my nursing career on hold to take care and raise my sisters 3 girls. I'm First Aid/CPR certified with child, infant, and toddler experience. I have been a nanny to a family of twins for 5 years until they relocated to Texas. I have been a pre-school teachers aid for 2 years. We have also...
Xochilt S.
Huntington Beach, CA
$27/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Xochilt, and I am a fun-loving and caring nanny! I absolutely love working with babies and young children. I have experience caring for people all the way from newborn, to disabled adults. Also, I am comfortable with animals in the home. I have a safe, reliable car with a valid drivers license and I am comfortable...
5.0
"Xochilt joined our family when our child was 6 months old and stayed with us for over a year when our baby was ready for pre-school. She immediately built a strong bond with our baby and was such an amazing...
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5.0
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I have over 30 years of teaching experience in grades PK to HS. I love teaching reading and math using developmentally appropriate lessons. I have tutored in schools and privately. I love doing partner reading with students to help their comprehension, vocabulary and self-expression skills. I have a Masters degree in education...
5.0
"Diane is one of a kind- intelligent, caring, and attentive and maintains high expectations for learning. She is a wealth of knowledge about how children learn and how to connect with them on a personal level....
Reviewed by Willa Rose F.
Dawne F.
Long Beach, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Caring, Reliable, Creative, Positive, Multi-diverse, Experienced Nanny & Babysitter
5.0
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Dear Family,
Look no further!
I have 42 yrs exp as an energetic, positive, loving caregiver which includes: mother of 3 daughters, infant & child care, early childhood dev, preschool & special ed, health & nutrition, behavioral guidance, respite care for families with special needs or senior care, teaching with LBUSD, & owner...
5.0
"We were blessed to have Dawne take care of my son from about age 3 months until he was almost 2 years. Dawne is professional, punctual and has had the experience of raising three beautiful and smart daughters...
Reviewed by Melania C.
Melissa H.
Garden Grove, CA
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Tutor- I Believe Every Child Learns In Their Own Way
5.0
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My name is Melissa, I am a California State Credentialed teacher with a Master's in Education. I have been working as a private tutor for over 5 years in elementary education, social science, English, basic science, essay writing, homework assistance, and organizational skills. I also specialize working with students that have...
5.0
"She helped my son so much! She worked with him for 4 years. She is a great tutor."
Reviewed by Susan G.
5.0
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I have over 12 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers and young children. I am a friendly, nurturing and creative person by nature. I am very reliable and am able to adapt cheerfully to whatever a day may bring. I enjoy helping the whole family, including pets, wherever needed. I also worked as a Preschool Dance...
5.0
"Diane has been an excellent nanny for my 2 boys this past year (now ages 1 & 4). She is very nurturing with the baby and has a calm presence. His eyes light up when he sees her each morning as he waves hello...
Reviewed by Lauri S.
Abbey F.
Fountain Valley, CA
$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I've been a tutor now going on two years, with expertise in all elementary and higher level subjects. I began tutoring during my second semester in college, using the hours as extra money for materials. This past May, I was able to graduate with my degree, and I have since been able to take on multiple families and achieve above...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Los Alamitos, CA
Alexandra F.
5.0
Alex is the best sitter I have ever had for my children and has been the top sitter between myself and all my friends. She has a gift around children and is the real life Mary Poppins. She is a sitter who truly gets to know your kids and plays games and prepares crafts that are tailored to their...
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Renee H.
5.0
Renee is amazing! She has been teaching my son reading as well as practicing his writing, and I can already see the progress just after only a month. Her kindliness has helped my (very) shy son feel comfortable and relaxed during sessions. I highly recommend her!
- Monica W.
Serena R.
5.0
This was my first time using care.com, using a babysitter and was a little nervous. Serena was on time, friendly and communicative. Both of my children took to her really well. I would definitely hire her again. Highly recommended.
- Carla B.
Lisa A.
5.0
Lisa started with us when our son was 4 months old and stayed with us for 2 years until he went to preschool. She was incredibly patient and kind with our energetic, difficult sleeper boy. She was always on time, had a good attitude and was always ready to jump right in. She is very calm, patient,...
- Santina H.
Joann M.
5.0
She is is one of the best babysitters that I have ever had!
- Elaine L.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Los Alamitos, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Los Alamitos, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Los Alamitos, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.50 per hour as of April 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 Los Alamitos, CA?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Los Alamitos, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Los Alamitos 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 Los Alamitos that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Los Alamitos, 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 Los Alamitos 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 Los Alamitos, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Los Alamitos, 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 Los Alamitos, 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.