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60 reading tutors are listed in Olympia, WA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Olympia, WA
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I have over 4 years experience working as a tutor with people between the ages of 6 to 65, mainly devoting my services to writing, English acquisition, and language/literary analysis. I also have taught English for over 4 years in conjunction to my tutoring experience. Along with my primary tutoring and teaching subjects, I'm...
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Is something not clicking with your child's learning, but you're not sure quite what? Did online schooling disrupt their smooth acquisition of skills? I bring experience as a former elementary school teacher, turned certified vision therapist. I homeschooled my dyslexic and ADHD daughters with a phonics-based, Waldorf...
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"We met Rain when my then kindergartener needed vision therapy. My daughter LOVED going there, and I found Rain to be so knowledgeable. Her education background is a huge asset. When my daughter had trouble...
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Laura P.
Olympia, WA
$45-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Emotional/Behavioral/Support/Academic Help For Students & Parents From Pre-K To Senior.
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I believe ALL students are capable of learning & find joy in helping kids/parents learn how to connect the dots of communication. Navigating cognitive needs in addition to academics is a space I don't shy away from & would love to help you with! Before teaching, I worked as a nurse & grasped the skill set of compassion & honesty...
5.0
"Laura is not only knowledgeable she is kind, professional, caring, and reliable."
Reviewed by Jenna S.
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Hello, My name is Ashley R. I am currently getting my master's in Elementary Education. I have my bachelor's in Early Childhood. I have 10 years of experience. I can help with English and Maths during these distant learning times. Looking for part-time work while I am finishing up school.
My ideal family would be open, honest,...
5.0
"Ashley was a wonderful help, bringing another perspective and a patient attitude to help our 5yo son."
Reviewed by Jacob F.
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Hello!! I'm Amanda, a 29-year-old Olympia native. I am a certified special education teacher with 8 years of experience working with students with exceptionalities. My history ranges from ELA and math support to social/emotional and executive functioning needs. I have a thorough understanding of IEPs and 504 plans and am happy...
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I have been an English language arts and reading teacher for 7 years. I have worked in an after school and summer fun program in the past. I am passionate about not only promoting literacy, but inspiring kiddos to want to write and read. Several of my past students have won poetry contests and created blogs for their writing. I...
Susan M.
Olympia, WA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have over 22 years of elementary teaching experience. While teaching, I frequently tutored students after school and in the summer months. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education, with a minor in early childhood. I also have an ESL (English as a Second Language) endorsement.
I am available beginning May 24
Lauren W.
Olympia, WA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Creative, And Very Experienced Tutor Available For Distance Sessions
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I am a paraeducator currently working at the high school level with an MEd in Adult Education and a BA in Elementary Education. I have experience tutoring all grades from pre-K through 12, and with a variety of special needs. Subjects I have tutored include algebra, geometry, reading, writing, biology, history, english as a...
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Hello! I have experience in both babysitting and tutoring (including online learning). I've been doing various babysitting jobs for coming up on 4 years, and I've been both an after school tutor and remote learning assistant for just about 3.
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I briefly taught at the YMCA in San Antonio, TX where I had to provide crafts and entertainment for the children under my care but also providing tutoring for homework. Due to the interest level of educational games that required higher math and language skills, the kids were able to stay caught up or get ahead in their...
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I have experience tutoring via childcare. I am great at math, reading and writing. I am patient and think outside of the box when it comes to explanations, if needed.
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I have helped several elementary aged children to "catch up" on homework by helping them understand the concepts taught in class and bring them to the proper grade level proficiency per request of the parent/guardian or employer. I have also helped children to advance their skills to reach a level above their individual grade...
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I have helped many children with tutoring needs for basic schoolwork and advanced placement. I have mainly focused on English, Sociology/Social Sciences and basic math.
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I have tutored multiple kids in science and math. I have completed Calculus in both high school and college. I have also taken Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. I am able to tutor in multiple subjects and can ensure your child will complete and understand their homework. I aim to provide a focused learning environment where the...
Debora C.
Olympia, WA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have raised two precious daughters who are now grown. I have current and previous experience as a nanny, babysitting, and working in preschools. I studied Early Childhood Education at Grossmont College in El Cajon, CA. I love interacting, teaching, reading, and playing with children and am trustworthy, energetic, and reliable....
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"We had Debora watch our 6 month old son for our first night out with friends. She was very sweet and had obvious experience, which made us feel super comfortable. She put him to bed with ease and it was all...
Reviewed by Martin W.
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Greetings! I have just moved to the Olympia area. I have 10 years of experience in elementary classroom teaching. I have also taught middle school art. I am looking to work for a family that values play and imagination. I love doing read alouds, art and science projects, and nature observations. I am vaccinated and I am willing...
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"Brittany was great with our four year old who can be a bit of s handful at times. But Brittany was very sweet, friendly, and I'll definitely hire her again. Thank you so much Brittany."
Reviewed by Aneesa S.
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Children are delightful. I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old (a very mature only child) and have since lived in intentional community and witnessed multiple births and helped out those mothers. I also have experience teaching gymnastics levels 1-3 (4-year-olds-10-year-olds or so) 6th grade volleyball, k-12 yoga and...
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"Katie (aka Piper) has been watching my toddler boys for over a year now. She started as full time nanny while I worked from home, and now as a sitter because I left my job (unrelated to Piper’s work).
She has a...
Reviewed by Care member
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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, thoughtful and creative
Growing up, I was the neighborhood babysitter, watching a few infants and toddlers mostly. It was really fun and I had a blast learning all of their personalities and figuring out good pass times!
I started working with kids when I was about 13. At the time I was...
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"Very personable, responsive, and prompt. Ciara has a wonderful personality and is interactive with the little ones. "
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Aria R.
Olympia, WA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Aria. I am currently a Paraeducator at a high school in Olympia. I have 6 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny for a total of three years and was a teaching assistant at Sunflower Montessori School in Missoula Montana before moving to Olympia 7 years ago. I have had hands on experience...
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"Reached out to Aria the day before finding out I had a job interview and she was quick to respond. She watched our 4-month-old and did an incredible job, would absolutely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Hayley M.
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People who are passionate about their career are best at what they do. Working with children is what I love. I've got six years of experience working full-time in two daycares and as a nanny. I've been doing this since I graduated high school and I've loved it ever since. I work full time as an EMT currently. I have experience...
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"Ally was fantastic with our 4 children. The only reason we had to part ways was because of a family move out of state. I would definitely hire her again. She is very good at keeping a routine with the kids....
Reviewed by Amanda L.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Olympia, WA
Laraine C.
5.0
We met Rain when my then kindergartener needed vision therapy. My daughter LOVED going there, and I found Rain to be so knowledgeable. Her education background is a huge asset. When my daughter had trouble reading in first grade, we began private sessions with Rain for reading tutoring. Again, my...
- Care member
Laura P.
5.0
Laura is not only knowledgeable she is kind, professional, caring, and reliable.
- Jenna S.
Ashley R.
5.0
Ashley was a wonderful help, bringing another perspective and a patient attitude to help our 5yo son.
- Jacob F.
Debora C.
5.0
Debora has been taking care of my 2 kids for the past year 4 days per week and has been wonderful! The kids love playing with her and she takes amazing care of them both. I would highly recommend her!
- Maureen B.
Brittany B.
5.0
Brittany was great with our four year old who can be a bit of s handful at times. But Brittany was very sweet, friendly, and I'll definitely hire her again. Thank you so much Brittany.
- Aneesa S.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Olympia, WA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Olympia, WA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Olympia, WA on Care.com will cost an average of $21.68 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 Olympia, WA?
Care.com currently has 44 reading tutors in Olympia, WA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Olympia 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 Olympia that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Olympia, WA?
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 Olympia 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 Olympia, WA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Olympia, WA, 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 Olympia, WA 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 Olympia, WA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Olympia, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.