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Amy S.

Martinez, CA

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$40/hr
8 years experience
Former elementary school teacher with a Master's degree and 12 years of classroom experience, now a stay-at-home mom. I offer nurturing, play-based childcare in a structured and engaging home environment for infants and preschool-aged children. I specialize in learning through play, with daily outings, creative activities, and...
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Jenna R.

Martinez, CA

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$15/hr
Hi! I am Jenna R. I am a second year at Sonoma State University studying Early Childhood Education! I want to get my teaching credential after my undergrad. I have always been involved in helping others throughout my education career. I feel as I have skills to explain and teach things multiple different ways until it is...
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Courtney M.

Fun, Caring And Reliable

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
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$34/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I know how hard it is to let someone else care for your little ones. For some children, the best place is a home-like environment. Well, you are in luck. I have a large amount of experience with children; I've been working as a nanny for many years and have experience with twins. My goal is to provide a safe, fun and nurturing...

Care Member says "Courtney is amazing! She has been caring for our child since around 6 months old, and she has become such a wonderful part of our family. She is...

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Sinead B.

Martinez, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Sinead and I am 27 years-old. I live in Walnut Creek and have a safe vehicle (Acura) with good driving record. I went to college at Notre Dame de Namur University where I majored in Education and Culture, having dreams of being a teacher. Post college, I fell into the commercial insurance world, where I have...
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Kaitlin D.

Martinez, CA

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$0/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 35 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
**Advertised rate reflects overnight newborn care** Hi! I'm Kate, a certified elementary teacher & NCS. In 2018, I graduated with my bachelor's degree in elementary and special education. I continued my studies and completed my master's degree in childhood and adolescent literacy to become a reading specialist in 2020. I exited...
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Laurel B.

Martinez, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as calm, creative, and trustworthy. I have always enjoyed working with children. They bring me much joy and fulfillment. After many years of teaching K-3rd grade, I started nannying in November of 2023. I have infant experience, but specialize in toddlers. Each day includes reading, playing, singing,...
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Nicole H.

About Me

Martinez, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I absolutely love working with kids! I work as a daycare teacher when I'm at school and have also worked at after school programs/summer camps for a few years as well as teach swim lessons, so I have experience with a variety of ages. In my free time I love to read, hike, and spend time with my family. I would love to get to...
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Yolanda C.

Martinez, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
My name is Yolanda, and I have over 8 years of experience working with children of various ages. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from San Francisco State University and experience as a Lead Teacher at the , a nanny, and a substitute teacher. I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where...
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Kalsang N.

Love, Compassionate Sitter

Berkeley, CA

4.6(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
I choose to be nanny because I love kids. I have experience looking after them for more than 5 years. I am compassionate, reliable, trustworthy. I volunteered teaching to small kids (primary school level). I enjoy their company, spending time with them doing activities like playing, drawing, reading books, teaching them, taking...

Care Member says "Kalsang is very kind, patient, and comfortable with all things baby. She is a great communicator as well. "

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Reina P.

Concord, CA

4.9(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Reina . I'm 37years old I been Married 13 years ago , I have a daughter 15 years old I have more then 14 years of experience working with, newborns, infants and toddlers,. I absolutely love to look after babies and toddlers, I enjoy take babies on walks to the park , I love reading books, teaching ABC. numbers ,...

Care Member says "We are beyond grateful to have Reina as extra help watching our children part-time during the week. After interviewing many other candidates, we knew...

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Ann A.

Part-Time Tutor/Caregiver

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked in several school districts with learning disabled children to improve academic skills. As a certified Occupational Therapist, I have used standard testing to assess handwriting, visual-perceptual and fine motor skills as they relate to the student's ability to access their education. I have samples of reports to...

Care Member says "Miss. Ann is an amazing tutor. She’s taught our son Reading, Writing, and Math. Our son has shown a lot of progress from when we began. Miss Ann is...

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Nina Z.

Expert Tutoring By Credentialed Teacher/Reading Specialist Who Understands Unconventional Learners

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 years of teaching experience, mainly with middle and high school students with learning differences. I specialize in supporting and motivating unconventional and reluctant learners to succeed in school. I believe there is a way to engage every student, by building a positive relationship and incorporating each...

Anthea A. says "Nina worked with my 6th Grade for several months. We would have loved to continue as she is a wonderful teacher and helped him a lot. She is timely,...

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Annette K.

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello! Born & raised here in the East Bay, I have lots of caregiving and teaching experience with children, including infant care to care for teens locally and overseas. I love children and am a proud auntie of many cutie pies! :)). Quality time with children are the best! I believe in good people care because I value people and...

Beau B. says "We have been so happy with Annette taking care of our little 8 week old angel pie : ) Annette really brings the sunshine into the home with her bright...

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Felicia F.

Walnut Creek, CA

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$35/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
I received a degree in Family Consumer studies with an emphasis in Early Childhood education. After I graduated, I was offered a job as a Head start teacher for the pre-K classroom. This is age is such a great age, because you get to guide the children in learning. Each child has their own learning style and the key to being a...
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Skyler E.

Berkeley, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Skyler, a Psychology major pursuing a career in speech-language pathology -- so working with kids isn't a side gig for me, it's my whole path. I currently work at a children's learning center, where I spend every day one-on-one with kids of all ages, including children with ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences....
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Meryem B.

Berkeley, CA

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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi all! I'm a reliable child care provider with over a decade of experience working with early and elementary school age children in diverse home and school settings. I am a certified early childhood education teacher with extensive knowledge and skills in providing long-term care through feeding, diapering , napping, as well as...
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Colette M.

Walnut Creek, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
My name is Colette I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I have two small boys of my own. I've been helping with childcare off and on for 20 years and I finally decided to work towards earning a degree in early childhood education. I am currently taking classes at DVC and I have a 5 year goal of opening up a daycare of my...
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Jazminna S.

Concord, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Jazminna, and I'd love the opportunity to care for your little ones! I grew up around teachers and caregivers in my family, which taught me the importance of patience, responsibility, and attentiveness when caring for children. I have experience babysitting children ages 0-12, volunteering as a teacher's...
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Swan D.

Experienced Mom Available To Help With Kiddos!

Walnut Creek, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hey Y'all! My name is Swan. I'm a recent Bay area transplant from Houston Texas. I am the mother of the coolest, most well behaved 3-year-old you'll ever meet. I started babysitting my English teacher's children in tenth grade (ages 14 months and 4) and have been helping moms and dads out ever since. I studied art at the...
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Elissa Y.

Concord, CA

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$35/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello!! My name is Elissa and I have been living in Concord for the past 3 years. My currents experience of working with child is I have been a Teacher assistant for 7 years for grades Kindergarten, 1st grade and 4th grade, Tutoring for kids for 2 years and Nannying for 14 years. I have a degree from Academy of Art University in...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Martinez, CA

Reading Tutors in Martinez, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Courtney M.

Courtney is amazing! She has been caring for our child since around 6 months old, and she has become such a wonderful part of our family....

- Care member

Kalsang N.

Kalsang is very kind, patient, and comfortable with all things baby. She is a great communicator as well.

- Care member

Reina P.

We are beyond grateful to have Reina as extra help watching our children part-time during the week. After interviewing many other...

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Martinez, CA

The average cost for a reading tutor in Martinez, CA as of October 2026 is $24.86 per hour. Rates can vary based on the tutor’s experience, education level, and the type of support needed. Tutors with specialized training in literacy, early education, or learning differences may charge higher rates, while group sessions or recurring schedules may offer more consistent pricing.
Reading tutors in Martinez, CA help students develop key literacy skills such as phonics, vocabulary, reading fluency, and comprehension. Depending on the child’s needs, tutors may focus on early reading fundamentals, improving confidence, or helping with school assignments and test preparation. Sessions are often tailored to the student’s grade level and learning style.
To find a good reading tutor in Martinez, CA, many parents compare profiles based on experience, teaching approach, and reviews from other families. It’s helpful to ask about the tutor’s methods, familiarity with your child’s curriculum, and experience working with similar age groups. Scheduling an initial session can also help determine if the tutor is a good fit.
Parents in Martinez, CA often consider hiring a reading tutor when a child is struggling with reading skills, falling behind in school, or lacking confidence. Early support can help build strong foundational skills, while older students may benefit from targeted help with comprehension or academic performance. Tutors can also support children who simply want to advance their reading abilities.
Many reading tutors in Martinez, CA have experience supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia or attention challenges. Some tutors specialize in structured literacy approaches or individualized learning plans. It’s important to ask about a tutor’s experience and training to ensure they can effectively support your child’s specific needs.
Before hiring a reading tutor in Martinez, CA, consider asking about their teaching experience, approach to instruction, and familiarity with your child’s grade level. You may also want to discuss goals, expected progress, and how sessions will be structured. Understanding how the tutor tracks improvement and communicates updates can help ensure a successful experience.

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