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Audrey M.

Melrose, MA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hi families! My name is Audrey and I am a 29-year-old special education teacher. I have worked for Lowell Public Schools for the last 6 years, teaching 5th graders with a variety of disabilities. My primary focus is English Language Arts and teaching foundational reading and writing skills. I am looking for some part time...
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Audrey M.

Melrose, MA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi families! My name is Audrey and I am a 29-year-old special education teacher. I have worked for Lowell Public Schools for the last 6 years, teaching 5th graders with a variety of disabilities. My primary focus is English Language Arts and teaching foundational reading and writing skills. I am looking for some part time...
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Tara S.

Full-time Professional Nanny Available

Melrose, MA

2.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a nanny of going on 10 years of mainly full-time experience and would love to dialogue about taking care of and working with your children. As someone who is not only enthusiastic and conscientious about children's physical and emotional care, but also their growth and development I am passionate and experienced in working...

Joana A. says "Tara came into our lives during a little bit of a crisis in our life. She totally changed our lives. I was finally able to go to work without having to...

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Nooshin M.

Nanny

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello, my name is Nooshin. I lived in California most of my life. I moved to Massachusetts with my daughter, 4 cats and a dog in 2015 when we had all that snow. I love snow. I have over 17 years of teaching experience with children from the ages of 18 months and up. I'm a very organized and detailed oriented. Im fun and witty...

Care Member says "We needed Nooshin's help with our infant over the summer and she was incredibly reliable and dependable. We would hire her again in the future."

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Bruna M.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi Parents. My name is Bruna and I am looking for a part time position to start as soon as in 2 weeks from now. I am bilingual (fluent in English and Portuguese) and I consider myself to be affectionate, friendly and active. It will be my pleasure to teach the little one a second language. I like to go for walks, Listen to music...
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Madalon H.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi! I currently work in research at Boston Children's Hospital and am generally looking for evening/weekend opportunists in the Boston/Cambridge area. I have experience caring for children from 6 months to early teens, and I have tutoring experience through elementary and middle school levels in math, English, and history. I'm...

Ryan G. says "Maddy has been an amazing help to our family! Both kids absolutely love her and have had a blast with her. She is very communicative, punctual, and above...

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Nora B.

Tutor And Babysitter

South Boston, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hello! I am 28/ year-old living in south Boston. During the school year I am a kindergarten, special education teacher. I have my masters in teaching reading. I love working with children. I have spent most my summers nannying for children from newborn to 14.
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Alexa B.

Wakefield, MA

3.7(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Alexa, and I am a caring, dependable, and energetic nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I am CPR certified and take safety and well-being very seriously, while also ensuring each day is filled with fun, creativity, and learning. I come from...

Ahsan H. says "We hired Alexa for the summer for our 18 month old toddler. We found her to be punctual, responsible, and caring. She was patient with our son who took a...

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Angelica C.

Tutor Available

Revere, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I taught K-2 in Massachusetts and was a support specialist for students and their families before moving to San Diego. I have a wealth of knowledge in early elementary education and can support more than one child at once. I have worked with high achieving students and with those who need a little more support. If you think I...
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Alexandra K.

Vaccinated Summer Nanny

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a nanny with 7 years, 30+ families & 75+ kids worth of experience. As a Wellesley College student I have taken classes in neuroscience & anthropology-preparing me for all backgrounds & developmental abilities-& medical school one day! I am both CPR certified & have worked as an EMT for 2 years responding to 911...

Care Member says "She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would definitely...

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Xiangyang C.

Experienced And Loving Babysitter Looking For Full-Time Opportunity

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
Responsible babysitter with experience in early childhood education. Fluent in Mandarin, willing to teach Mandarin and Chinese culture. Skilled in creating educational and engaging activities while prioritizing children's safety. Enjoys cooking healthy food. Trusted by parents, affectionate toward all cared-for...

Care Member says "Julie is amazing with our son and he loves spending time with her. I don’t know where we’d be without her and her exceptional care. "

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Sima S.

Sima

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I love children and I hope I can spend more time with them. I have eight years' experience working with children in an academic setting, teaching reading, writing, and English to children in Afghanistan. I was also a very involved older sister to my younger siblings! Being around children brings me so much joy. In addition to...

Care Member says "Sima is excellent with kids and household tasks. She was always punctual, very perceptive and can identify necessary tasks quickly and offers to help as...

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Elaina H.

Part-time Pre-school/Elementary Tutor Available

Brighton, MA

5.0(0)
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$75/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Elaina, and I am looking for summer tutoring opportunities for elementary students in the Brighton/Brookline area. I have a BA in Psychology from Hendrix College and an ME in Elementary Education from Lesley University, and have been an elementary classroom teacher since February of 2023. I also have years of...
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Jessica W.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jess. I attended the University of Memphis and graduated in August 2022 with my Bachelor's in Psychology and Spanish! I am now living with my family in Cambridge, MA. I have 11+ years of experience working with children ages 8 weeks to 18 years. I am equal parts education-based and fun-based! I love reading,...

Jonathan H. says "Jess has been our full-time nanny for two years now and has been a daily blessing in our lives. She is absolutely essential to the day-to-day...

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Anne H.

North Reading, MA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi I am a former day care teacher with a degree in Elementary Ed. I love working and caring for children! I have 35 yrs. Experience working with children , ages ranging from infants to 10 yr. old. recently received updated CPR and First Aid cert. I recently left a large daycare and am looking for a more one on one environment....

Melody L. says "Miss AnneMarie is a fun and flexible childcare professional who has spent her career ensuring the children in her care are not only learning but are kept...

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Wendy M.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weekdays

East Boston, MA

3.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, I'm Wendy and I live in East Boston. I'm a very responsible, trustworthy, fun and an easy going nanny. I'm a very energetic person who has passion for kids. I love to teach children how to develop theirs skills while they grow. I enjoy indoor and outdoor activities crafts, singing, coloring, reading, and playing games. Im...

Ana J. says "She is an amazing sweet, active and lovely nanny! You can definitely trust on her with close eyes! She has the personality that can fit in any family...

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Lisa M.

ELA Specialist. College Selection Coach..

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$75/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am in BOSTON I have a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction. My teaching experience is as follows: 3 Northeastern University as an Adjunct Lecturer in the Law Department; 4 years in Boston Public Schools grades 6-12 ELA, volunteer as ELL, and currently part-time in Special Ed. I love teaching, especially reading and writing....

Care Member says "I am so happy with Lisa as my daughter’s tutor. She is kind, patient, and very knowledgeable. She really helped improve My daughter's reading and...

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Tanya H.

Warm, Enthusiastic, And Dedicated Educator!

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator with a passion for working with children of all ages. With eight years of experience teaching young children and five years working with middle and high school students, I thrive in creating engaging and interactive activities that spark joy and learning. I bring energy and...

Elizabeth C. says "I highly recommend Tanya for any job working with children. She has been an excellent role model for my kids and a kind, nurturing babysitter. Tanya is...

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Brianna G.

Peabody, MA

4.2(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have 8 years of experience. I spend my school year as a 1st grade teacher. I also have experience as a special education teacher assistant. I work with students with developmental and behavioral disabilities. I also have experience as a camp counselor, nannying, other childcare, and babysitting. I love to spend my time...

Joseph R. says "Briana was great with our two kids (3-year-old boy, 16-month-old girl). She jumped on a last-minute request right after Christmas and kept them busy (and...

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Sophie C.

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
from
$60/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm a recent graduate of MIT where I studied mathematics. I have many years of experience as a math and science tutor. I was teaching assistant at MIT for three years, as well as a math mentor for middle school girls for the past year. In high school, I tutored for math, science, and English comprehension, as well as SSAT...

Nicholas C. says "I highly recommend Sophie! She is a wonderful tutor, extremely communicative and makes her student feel comfortable."

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $35.00/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 2.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Melrose, MA

Reading Tutors in Melrose, MA are rated 2.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Tara S.

Tara came into our lives during a little bit of a crisis in our life. She totally changed our lives. I was finally able to go to work...

- Joana A.

Nooshin M.

We needed Nooshin's help with our infant over the summer and she was incredibly reliable and dependable. We would hire her again in the...

- Care member

Madalon H.

Maddy has been an amazing help to our family! Both kids absolutely love her and have had a blast with her. She is very communicative,...

- Ryan G.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Melrose, MA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Melrose, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $35.00 per hour as of April 2026. 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 3 reading tutors in Melrose, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Melrose 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 Melrose 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 Melrose 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 Melrose, 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.

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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