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I have taught many children how to read, beginning at a very young age! I have developed a curriculum that is very effective and engages even the least attentive children.
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I have over eight years experience tutoring 3-5-year-olds in a preschool setting. In my current set-up, I take children in groups of three or four and hold 2-3 short sessions per week, averaging 20-30 minutes. I specialize in beginning phonics (letter and sound recognition, early writing), emerging reading skills (word families,...
Shelby W.
Northampton, MA
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Shelby. I'm a compassionate 24-year-old who lives in Northampton with two cats. I don't smoke or drink. I have a reliable car and my driving record is clean (I can bring a copy). My strengths include empathy, active listening, and thinking on my feet. I love arts and crafts and I grew up as a theater kid, so I also love...
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With over a decade of dedicated tutoring, coaching, and mentoring experience, I warmly welcome the opportunity to support individuals, especially those with unique learning needs. I am here to offer my expertise in Special Education, Science, Mathematics, and English, and I'm truly passionate about fostering mentorship in STEM....
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I love kids and have worked as a camp counselor, a preschool teacher and elementary level reading tutor. I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am CPR certified and am currently studying to be an elementary school teacher.
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"I have known Ananda since 2014 when she joined the Children's Chorus I directed. She sang with us many years and went on to be an Assistant with the chorus, helping out with the younger students. Ananda is a...
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Olivia H.
Holyoke, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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As the older sibling, looking out and caring for younger siblings came naturally to me and was something I began to enjoy--eventually, once I grew up and wasn't annoyed that I had to babysit for my younger siblings!
This would later lead to my current career path. I am currently a literacy tutor at an elementary school kiddos...
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"Olivia is so caring with our 3 children (13, 10 and 7). They love her and treat her as part of our family, because she is! She's reliable, attentive, friendly, compassionate, and patient. On top of that she is...
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I have 7+ years experience as a full-time Nanny to children ranging from 3 months-16 years old. I believe children thrive in an environment where they feel loved and believed in. I foster outdoor and imaginative play, crafts, and am not afraid to get on the floor with the kids. Building character and social and emotional skills...
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"Emily has been our children's nanny for the past 2 years. She is an outstanding nanny and a lovely person, and the family that will have her as their nanny will be tremendously fortunate.
She's punctual, a...
Reviewed by Eman A.
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I am a current graduate student and undergraduate instructor at UMass with over 10 years of experience working with children, both as a nanny and as a tutor. I have experience tutoring elementary school aged children in reading and math and I have also worked for three years as a dance teacher, encouraging creative...
Molly T.
South Hadley, MA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Molly and I'm 21 years old. I had my first babysitting gig when I was 12 (home in Vermont) and have been doing babysitting and childcare since then, including camp counseling for larger groups of children as well. I have just finished my junior year of college pursuing a degree in psychology and education with...
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Hi, I'm Noelani. I'm a 23-year-old graduate student studying Library Science at Simmons University on the track to becoming a school librarian. I have 10 years of babysitting experience. 6+ years of summer camp experience and 3+ years of tutoring experience. I am Infant/Child/Adult CPR and First Aid certified.
I offer...
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I am a full time special education teacher for students with social-emotional disabilities. I work with middle school aged children but create and teach lessons for grade levels 1-8. I have a Bachelors in Special Education and I am currently working towards my Masters in Education.
I would be very interested in helping your...
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I am fluent in Greek and English as well as intermediate in Spanish. I grew up in Greece and as a young adult I taught English to children 6-15 years old.
I am also able to teach biology and chemistry (inorganic and organic) as well as molecular biology. I have been a TA for several of these disciplines.
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I kick started my professional journey in childcare in 2019 at the People's Institute, a daycare center in Northampton, MA. I've been actively involved in providing exceptional care to children of various ages. My responsibilities at the center included not only supervising and engaging the kids but also delivering medical care,...
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I am an Ivy League & Oxford (UK) graduate with 25 years of business experience and all the coursework for a Master's in Education. I have tutored students of all ages in a wide variety of subjects, from elementary Math to college Economics to Statistics for MBAs. I have helped adults with website development, e-marketing and...
Lena G.
South Hadley, MA
$15-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a recent graduate from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a B. S. in Psychology on the Neuroscience Track, and implement this knowledge in my care. Working with children is something I am incredibly passionate and excited about! I love witnessing a child's growth and development, and consider it a privilege to be...
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I have 10 years of experience working with young people of all ages in subjects ranging from microscopy to electronic music. I specialize in making learning accessible to all kinds of students by creating fun learning environments. I have worked with most types of learners and can teach Science, Math, Computer Science, Art,...
Kya T.
Amherst, MA
$10/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with English and Math from elementary age all the way to high school. I am currently a junior at the University of Massachusetts studying psychology and minoring in Education.
Ouyanatu M.
Amherst, MA
$19-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a senior at Amherst College majoring in Math and Physics! I love Math and love helping people learn! I have tutored students with middle school to high school math as well as helped my 3 younger siblings prepare for their SATs.
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I am currently a college student in my second year of school, majoring in Nursing. My strongest subject in school is English, and Math. I love working with children and have helped my little brothers with school work since they were young. I also have helped other children through my high school
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I gained most of my tutoring experience when I volunteered as a tutor in high school, helping middle school students to complete their homework. I also have worked as a TA in an Introductory Biology class at UMass, so I have experience helping students understand more advanced material as well.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Northampton, MA
Ananda H.
5.0
I have known Ananda since 2014 when she joined the Children's Chorus I directed. She sang with us many years and went on to be an Assistant with the chorus, helping out with the younger students. Ananda is a kind, giving, and responsible young woman who I am happy to recommend for any job,...
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Olivia H.
5.0
Olivia is so caring with our 3 children (13, 10 and 7). They love her and treat her as part of our family, because she is! She's reliable, attentive, friendly, compassionate, and patient. On top of that she is very skilled with language development and has worked in Springfield schools the last 2...
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Emily Y.
5.0
Emily has been our children's nanny for the past 2 years. She is an outstanding nanny and a lovely person, and the family that will have her as their nanny will be tremendously fortunate.
She's punctual, a safe driver, excellent at juggling a complex schedule of over 10 after school activities...
- Eman A.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Northampton, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Northampton, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Northampton, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.25 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 Northampton, MA?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Northampton, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Northampton 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 Northampton that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Northampton, MA?
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 Northampton 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 Northampton, MA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Northampton, 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.
What types of reading tutors near me in Northampton, MA 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.