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67 reading tutors are listed in Oakland, CA
The average rate is $27/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Oakland, CA
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I volunteered at Bret Harte Elementary for a year where I tutored kids from 4-8 with learning and strengthening their literacy skills.
Zenayda M.
Oakland, CA
$18-29/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Am A Nanni, First Of All Punctual, Clean To Work And With Lots Of Energy, I Like To Sing, Read, Da
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Hello, my name is Zenayda. I am looking for a job, full time or part time, I have experience in caring for newborn children. I started working for a family taking care of 2 children of 1 and 4 years old unfortunately they moved from state so we could not continue later I worked for my sister taking care of her children, but I...
Heven K.
Oakland, CA
$30-60/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I have 4 years of experience. I am a recent college graduate. I can help tutor with English and Science. I like to read books, sing songs and play with kids when I am babysitting. I am the oldest in my family of 8 so I grew up helping with taking care of kids.
Nikki M.
Oakland, CA
$75/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My name is Nikki. I am a former elementary teacher. I was a 4th grade teacher for three years and 3rd grade teacher for two years.
I am passionate, kind, creative and patient. With my 5+ years of experience, your child will receive excellent tutoring. My knowledge of curriculum, creating lessons, and building confidence...
5.0
"Nikki has done a great job as a tutor for my second grader. Our daughter really likes her and is eager for each of their sessions. It's been extremely helpful for our family. When we were looking for a tutor it...
Reviewed by Peter M.
3.7
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I am professional second language teacher with an M. A. in TESOL, as a native Chinese speaker, I helped children in SF with different proficiency level read, speak, and write better in authentic Chinese for the past two years. I am passionate and dedicated to helping students expand their knowledge and potential. I especially...
5.0
"Snow is a very pleasant young lady with a lot of positive energy, which facilitates learning. It was real joy to have her around. She also has a wonderful rapport with children."
Reviewed by Lidia C.
5.0
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- 8+ years of tutoring experience
- scored in the 99th percentile on PSAT and ACT, 4. 14 GPA
- main subjects of expertise: algebra, geometry, pre calculus, calculus, biology, chemistry, reading and writing skills from elementary school to college level, standardized test prep, college admission process + essay writing
- college...
5.0
"Professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable in a variety of subject matters. Would highly recommend for future positions."
Reviewed by Susan H.
5.0
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I am a certified Postpartum Doula, Youth Worker and Child Care Provider. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I support play based learning and have extra training around social and emotional growth in regard to behavioral health and other emotional or...
5.0
"We hired Rose as a temporary aide for my wife, who needs help with daily exercises and activities of daily living as a wheelchair user with MS. We understand Rose is usually a childcare provider, and that's...
Reviewed by Adam D.
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As a Data Engineer with a Geophysics degree and a knack for teaching, I'm here to make learning math, science, and tech not just easier, but genuinely interesting. Whether it's Algebra, Chemistry, or Python, I've got you covered. My goal? To show you how awesome these subjects can be.
Jei S.
Oakland, CA
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have over 20 years of experience in teaching, tutoring, nannying, and social work. My background is working with students who have special needs and those in gifted/ accelerated programs or are neurodivergent / atypical learners. I appreciate meeting people where they are at and will build a working relationship with my...
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Currently, I am a teacher in a public Montessori school in Oakland. I teach a mixed age classroom with 1st-3rd graders. I have been with my school for 2 years and prior to this I taught preschool/kindergarten in San Francisco (also Montessori) for almost 9 years. I have worked with readers of all types and children with severe...
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I currently work at Piedmont Elementary as a para-educator with children ages 4-6. During the summers, I work with children aged 9-10 at Sankofa Elementary. Both schools are within OUSD. References are available upon request.
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Hello,
I have had about 4 years of experience with child educational development. I spent a little over a year teaching first-eighth graders at an education academy and about three years tutoring online and in person.
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I have been tutoring my classmates since high school and throughout college, mentoring AVID students at various High Schools, and teaching primary school students science and art currently at schools across the bay area.
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My name is Naazgol and I recently graduated from UMich (BS in Neuroscience '21). I'm originally from the Bay Area and in my gap years before applying to med school. I work with younger (K-8th), high school, and college students. I have volunteered with organizations working in student mentoring and tutoring throughout my...
Madelyn S.
Oakland, CA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Tutor With Experience In Home school, Regular Ed, And Special Needs
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I've been employed as a professional tutor with The Princeton Review, and I have been an Instructor at Home school Enrichment programs. The rest of my experience is privately hired for individual families. I have worked with many students between 2-18, and many of these had diagnoses as well (such as ADHD, Autism, etc), while...
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I am a certified K-5 classroom teacher, and have been a 3rd grade classroom teacher for 5 years. I have worked at both private and public schools, with gifted students and those struggling academically. I participated in a graduate level program in Washington, D. C in which I tutored struggling readers using structured literacy...
Rebecca H.
Oakland, CA
$10-15/hr
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I grew up with my mom having an in-home daycare, so I always helped them with school work. I also worked in multiple elementary schools, in classroom and helped students with daily activities.
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I tutored elementary level children in high school. I also lead study groups in college. I can help with any subject on the elementary level. I also am great at history, science, and math for high schoolers. I love using mnemonics, games, and visual aids to help your learner understand ad absorb the material.
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I've been tutoring Math, History, English, Science, Spanish, and other subjects for over 10 years. I'm great at breaking down complex subjects into chunks and helping kids feel more confident about their academic abilities!
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I volunteered for 3 years as a classroom assistant. I worked with children that needed additional help grasping the material presented in class. I provided both 1:1 assistance as well as small group learning 4:1. I have worked as tutor during the summer months helping students with reading and basic math skills. I have passed...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Oakland, CA
Nikki M.
5.0
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Nikki. She's reliable, punctual, patient and positive. My daughter is regularly taking tutoring lessons with her and we are very happy with the results.
- Viviana D.
Snow Z.
5.0
Snow is a very pleasant young lady with a lot of positive energy, which facilitates learning. It was real joy to have her around. She also has a wonderful rapport with children.
- Lidia C.
Sherry C.
5.0
Professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable in a variety of subject matters. Would highly recommend for future positions.
- Susan H.
Rose L.
5.0
We hired Rose as a temporary aide for my wife, who needs help with daily exercises and activities of daily living as a wheelchair user with MS. We understand Rose is usually a childcare provider, and that's very evident. She's very kind, patient, and adaptable. My wife and I loved having her here....
- Adam D.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Oakland, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Oakland, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Oakland, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $27.30 per hour as of April 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 Oakland, CA?
Care.com currently has 67 reading tutors in Oakland, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Oakland 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 Oakland that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Oakland, CA?
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 Oakland 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 Oakland, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Oakland, CA, 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 Oakland, CA 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 Oakland, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Oakland, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews of the 67 listed reading tutors.