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60 reading tutors are listed in Northampton, PA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
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I'd describe my personality as sweet, loving and compassionate.
I like working with kids because I've worked with kids my whole life and I'm more than comfortable and confident in my abilities to perform my job well.
I'm looking for a job that gives me a set schedule.
I started working with kids when I was in middle school...
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Certified Teacher 20+ experience with grades K-12 and special education. Math and Reading are my specialties, tutoring up through Algebra II.
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Hello, my name is Paula. I have experience with kindergarten and school aged children. I have worked in the childcare and school system for many years. I am retired and able to assist with babysitting your child, helping with homework, making crafts, reading creative stories, getting ready for bed or helping getting ready for...
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I am a certified teacher who has been been tutoring for 22 years and works in all subject areas. My specialty areas are Math and Reading, but can tutor any subject. I have all of my clearances and my resume is available upon request.
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I have 3 years of experience. I can help with English and Math. I'm currently an undergraduate student at Cedar Crest College working towards a bachelors degree in Health Science!
Holly S.
Quakertown, PA
$20-28/hr • 15 yrs exp
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Hi! I am Holly. I am a semi-recent graduate from American University. I have over 10 years of nannying/babysitting experience under my belt for kids of all ages. I am looking for something part-time or full-time and something that is for a few or even several months. I am super fun and up for all kinds of activities - sports,...
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"Holly was great with our kids! Will absolutely hire again."
Reviewed by Stefanie H.
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Hi there,
I am a mom of two grown boys. I really enjoy taking care of babies and toddlers, teaching them and playing with them as they grow. I like to read, play and take them out for walks I am CPR certified and fully vaccinated.
I have most recently cared for a little girl from 3 months until she was two. I then watched a...
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"Lisa was amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our daughter in her care! She was prompt, flexible, knowledgeable, and very caring with her. Lisa showed our daughter love and care like she was her...
Reviewed by Nicole G.
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Throughout high school, I taught English to non-English speakers for several years - both children and adults. I have also tutored high schoolers in SAT reading and writing. During my last few years of college I've taught preschoolers reading and writing through Jumpstart. I also work as a freelance academic writing consultant...
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Hello! This is my 7th year teaching Kindergarten in the Southern Lehigh School District. I have taught a reading intervention camp each summer I've been employed at SLSD. I also recently received my Masters in Education from Kutztown University and have my Reading Specialist Certificate. I am LETRS trained and stay up to date on...
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"Ms. Megan was such a wonderful help with my daughter. I hired her in the beginning of the summer to help my 6 year old daughter with some trouble she was having regarding her sight words and recognizing...
Reviewed by Eliza K.
Sharon F.
Albrightsville, PA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello. My name is Sharon. I am a licensed practical nurse. I am a mature woman who needs a break from the medical field. I have experience with children. I believe highly of teaching through play and reading. I am CPR certified. I am qualified to care for the elderly and people with special care needs. I have many years of...
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"Sharon watches our son (2 and a half year old) for a date nights with my husband. It was the first time with a sitter and everything was great! She made him quickly feel comfortable, playing all the time,...
Reviewed by Melania F.
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Hi, I'm Kearson! I have about 10 years of professional experience caring for kids of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I love working with children because I cherish the opportunity to shape a young, curious mind.
With me, your kiddos will participate in fun and educational activities tailored to their interests and needs....
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"Kearson has been an absolute blessing to our family! She is prompt, reliable, and trustworthy. Not only does she prepare meals for our children, drive them to and from school, and help them with homework, but...
Reviewed by Mitzi G.
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I have worked as a tutor for children aged 8-18, as a certified middle school and high school English/Special Education teacher, as well as managed a tutoring program. I have experience offering support to students in reading, writing, English, History, and Spanish language.
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I am a certified English, Spanish, and Special Education teacher who is excited to work with your family this year through child care and/or tutoring! I have experience watching and caring for children in a number of capacities: as a babysitter, teacher, tutor, and more! Currently, I work as a Spanish Immersion Kindergarten...
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"Molly is one of the best educators I've ever worked with. She is kind, understanding, and simply a fun person to be around. If I had children, Molly would be my first choice for an educator or child care...
Reviewed by Shelby R.
Lyndsey B.
Quakertown, PA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello! During my time in college I worked as a tutor helping students learn time management and general strategies to be successful with their academics. I was trained at both Plymouth State University and Louisiana State University for this role. I also did subject specific tutoring for an anthropology course. I have been...
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I am a retired , PA certified, sixth grade teacher. I enjoy working with elementary and middle level students in order to improve their math, science, writing, and reading levels. I believe in building good study and organizational skills. In addition, I believe that tutoring should align closely to the child's school...
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"Julie has been tutoring our 2 boys ( grade 3 and grade 5) for almost 6 months. We have been very happy with her efforts with the boys. She is kind, thorough, dependable and tailors her teaching method according...
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Michelle N.
Emmaus, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative, Outgoing, Patient Mother Of 2 Teenagers Looking To Provide Care For Other Families.
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I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician for children with Autism. I worked as an IA in Learning & Emotional Support in schools and as a preschool teacher.
I enjoy working with children because every day is different. I like helping children reach their greatest potential through patience and creativity. I feel it...
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"We have had a great experience with Michelle as a babysitter! She is friendly, kind, reliable, and our children love her!"
Reviewed by Alison C.
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Hello! My name is Baxter and I am in college in Bethlehem, PA studying Behavioral Neuroscience with a minor in Economics on the premed track. I am a member of the Honors Program in my college and have been named to the Dean's List every semester since beginning classes. Outside of school, I focus most of my time on athletics. I...
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"Baxter has been working with my son who is in 8th grade. He has helped him to set goals and work on completing his school work in a timely manner. He has also helped my son with projects and organizing his...
Reviewed by Carol B.
Claire F.
Easton, PA
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired School Librarian Seeking To Care For Children Or Seniors In Their Home
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I have 19 years of experience working with kids in an elementary school as a librarian and recently retired. I would like to provide loving care to children (or seniors) in a home setting, either as a nanny or a companion. I have a car and am willing to drive to various activities, help with household chores, do grocery shopping...
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I have 10 years of experience in education and childcare. I currently teach full time at a local elementary school.
I offer babysitting services, as well as tutoring (rates listed in profile are for babysitting services, not tutoring- my tutoring rates are slightly higher!) I would like to link up with families for occasion...
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Hello! My name is Raya, and I am from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. I am pursuing my education at Howard University in Washington, D. C. I am studying Psychology and Chemistry on the Pre-Medical track. I have been babysitting for about 12+ families since I was 15 years old, working with children from the age of 6 months-12 years old....
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Northampton, PA
Holly S.
5.0
Holly was great with our kids! Will absolutely hire again.
- Stefanie H.
Lisa R.
5.0
I could tell how much Lisa cared for my daughter right away. She demonstrated that she was so invested that I had no fears or concerns of her taking her on little “field trips” to a nice big park or a farm. But even when they played at home, Lisa made everything special and my daughter still talks...
- Care member
Megan V.
5.0
Ms. Megan was such a wonderful help with my daughter. I hired her in the beginning of the summer to help my 6 year old daughter with some trouble she was having regarding her sight words and recognizing letters. Megan not only worked on that but worked on plenty of other things with her. My daughter...
- Eliza K.
Sharon F.
5.0
Sharon watches our son (2 and a half year old) for a date nights with my husband. It was the first time with a sitter and everything was great! She made him quickly feel comfortable, playing all the time, reading books and teaching him at the same time. Our son was very happy and we’ll ask for her...
- Melania F.
Kearson D.
5.0
Kearson has been an absolute blessing to our family! She is prompt, reliable, and trustworthy. Not only does she prepare meals for our children, drive them to and from school, and help them with homework, but she also interacts with and engages in play with our children. We are so fortunate to have...
- Mitzi G.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Northampton, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Northampton, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Northampton, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $23.40 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, PA?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Northampton, PA. 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, PA?
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, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Northampton, PA, 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, PA 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.
Ratings for Northampton, PA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Northampton, PA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.