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Michelle H.

Tutoring Services

Needham, MA

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$45/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Michelle. I am a licensed Special Education teacher in MA. I currently work in with 3rd and 4th graders teaching reading and math. I have 4 years of tutoring experience, including remote services. I look forward to working with you and your family!
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Chloe B.

Babysitting/Driver

Needham, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and fun! I like working with kids because I love to interact and spend time with them. It's rewarding to see the world through their eyes! I'm looking for a job that involves child care and or driving to activities. I started working with kids around 4 to 5 years ago. Since then...
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Kelsey N.

HS Teacher Seeking After School Jobs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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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Amber B.

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Amber and I am 29 years old. I currently work in Wellesley Public Schools as a teacher assistant while I pursue my master's degree at Framingham State University. I am a licensed elementary school teacher and studying to become a reading specialist. I have nannied for several families in the surrounding areas....

Delilah A. says "Amber is FANTASTIC and my girls loved her. We would love to have her again but our schedules don't match for the school year as she is teaching. She...

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Amelia W.

Tutor

Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a middle school ELA teacher; I currently teach eighth grade, though I have experience teaching sixth and seventh grade, as well as Early Childhood Education. I currently teach ELA, and I also have background in Math, as well as Severe and Moderate Disability. I tutor students in ELA, college prep (SAT, admissions essays,...

Libby F. says "Amelia is a gem! She is organized, caring, honest, enthusiastic and always has great book recommendations for my son. Amelia is incredibly helpful and...

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Mary P.

P/T Care-giver, First Aid & CPR Cert

Needham Heights, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have LOTS of childcare experience: baby-sitting in child's home, teaching at infant, child care & after school centers & tutoring elementary & middle school-aged children. I enjoy kids of all ages but especially love younger children. I like to go to playgrounds & the library, engage in fantasy play, make music/science/ art,...

Liza H. says "Mary Lou is a wonderful sitter who is responsible, safe, caring and uniquely talented with my children. Her passion for working with children is apparent in...

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Amanda K.

My Work Experience

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring and patient. I love working with kids. I have several cousins, nieces and nephews that I grew up babysitting and nannying. I'm looking for a job that have steady work hours and a positive work environment. I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I started babysitting...

Samantha V. says "Amanda was so great with my 10 month old son. She played and interacted all day with him. She is very sweet and I would definitely recommend her and...

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Ashley D.

Framingham, MA

3.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
I am understanding, energetic, trustworthy and a reliable person. I absolutely love children. I started out baby sitting when I was around 16. I have a brother who is 9 and a sister who is 12, they have helped me gain a lot of experience with kids. In my past I have worked in summer camps as a counselor for kids ages 4 to 14....

Care Member says "Ashley is an amazing Nanny - we have hired her many times for date nights - our children love her! She is very puntual, respectful and loving. We will...

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Julissa D.

Experienced Early Childhood Educator Seeking A Position As Nanny/Household Manager

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hola! My name is Julissa. I have been an Early Childhood Educator for over 16 years and love playing with and teaching little ones! For the past 12 years, I have been an Infant/Toddler Teacher and I am also a proud mother of 3 children. As a teacher, I manage a classroom of 8-9 children by sticking to a daily routine,...

Lisa C. says "Julissa was my nanny for three years and is absolutely great! She is very kind and caring as well as easy to reach at all times, punctual and responsible. I...

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Melanie M.

Experienced Educator, Caregiver, Tutor Available Short Or Long Term

Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
"Learning is something students do, not something done to students." As an experienced, passionate and motivated educator and caregiver, I am excited to offer short or long term tutoring to elementary - middle school students who need to maintain last year's lessons or prepare for the upcoming year. I do not believe in a "one...

Stacey D. says "Melanie cared for my 4 month old/3 year old for a week during the day. She is just wonderful and loves the kids. Melanie would do things that were not...

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Sophie S.

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
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$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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James V.

Succeed With My Help

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
*I hope I'll have the opportunity to work with you, but please be aware that I tutor exclusively online.* I'm a college-educated professional tutor with over 35 years of tutoring experience. I tutor students at the middle-school, high-school, and college levels in the following subject areas: SAT, ACT, SSAT and ISEE prep,...

Sarah G. says "He has raised my 10th grader's honors biology test grades from F's to a B+ so far. He must have a great manner with the students or my difficult-to-teach...

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Lois A.

Target Teaching Is Tantamount To Scholar Success

Newtonville, MA

5.0(1)
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$65/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience tutoring (K-12 and College Level) and 3 years teaching in a classroom setting (Algebra). I have a Masters degree in Secondary Education Mathematics and I am able to modify lessons for the individual scholar. I continuously encourage each scholar to achieve more than they thought they could....

Clyde A. says "Loise does a great job tutoring my kid. She helps him work on his math homework. Loise makes sure he understands his math homework and let him solve the...

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Rebekah V.

Punctual, Flexible, Energetic, Compassionate, Responsible. Please Check My Availability Below.

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I have affectionately taken care of 10 children from ages 3 months to 12 years old. I engage in reading. I do games and outdoor activities. I ensure saftey, education and enrichment of children. I can administer medications upon request and minor first aid to sick and injured children. If asked I can do small daily chores...

Care Member says "Beky is amazing. She is caring, patient, and so attentive with children. We hired her for my then 4 month old, she was so reliable and developed such a...

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Alexandra K.

Vaccinated Summer Nanny

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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Beth M.

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Just move backed to the Boston area after 12 years working with children in Colorado. I worked in a small licensed daycare with infants 2 months to 3 years. I also babysat for many of the children including their older siblings (often times graduates of our program). Getting down on the floor with the kids, reading, doing simple...

Sherab K. says "She has a lot of experience with lots if different ages and personalities. She enjoys doing projects with kids."

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Yashuda P.

Belmont, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello I have worked with children from birth through adolescence for over 15 years in various capacities including my own kids. I am trustworthy, loving caring . My time with children is filled with words. We read, talk, craft and sing through each day. I am a responsible, professional with a lot of babysitting experience . It's...

Sarah U. says "Yashuda is amazing. She was our nanny from the time our daughter was 7 months till 27 months. She did so much with our daughter- brought her to library...

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Maura G.

Experienced Nanny Available

Milton, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have been working with children for over 30 years. Most of my experience has been as a private nanny. I like to start with very young families and watch the children grow and reach the various milestones. However, I have also worked in Group Care. I am certified by the Office For Children as an Infant/Toddler Teacher. My...

Carol C. says "We did not actually hire Maura, as our financial situation changed. However, she came to our house for an interview. Her years of experience and expertise...

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Lisa M.

Loving Caring Fun & Experienced

Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a mom, have a BS in Early Childhood Education and have a portfolio to share that will include lots of written recommendations/references and other credentials. I have been so fortunate to work with wonderful families over the years! Anyhow I know it's hard to weed through all of the applications you are receiving.. on the...

Blake W. says "We had the pleasure of meeting Lisa shortly after our daughter was born summer 2018. We knew as soon as we sat down in person, she would be an excellent...

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Susan A.

Childcare/Tutor/Cook

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
Hello! I am looking for a position in which I might support your family with childcare, tutoring and/or cooking. I have a Masters in Education with 30 years experience teaching 5-12-year-old children in schools and summer programs. My particular areas of skill are the language and visual arts. I spent many years as well caring...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $32.00/hr as of November 2026

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Needham, MA

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

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.

Amber B.

Amber is FANTASTIC and my girls loved her. We would love to have her again but our schedules don't match for the school year as she is...

- Delilah A.

Amelia W.

Amelia is a gem! She is organized, caring, honest, enthusiastic and always has great book recommendations for my son. Amelia is incredibly...

- Libby F.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Needham, MA

The average cost for a reading tutor in Needham, MA as of November 2026 is $32.50 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 Needham, MA 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 Needham, MA, 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 Needham, MA 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 Needham, MA 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 Needham, MA, 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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