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Hello! I'm Haley - I'm 25 years old and a college graduate. I have 12 years of experience with children and have been babysitting ever since I could be a mother's helper in middle school! Since then, I have worked with kids in many settings, including as a babysitter, swim coach, camp counselor, behavioral therapist, and more. I...
Jordan S.
Orinda, CA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Pet Sitter, And Household Assistant.
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Hi, my name is Jordan! I am a recent postgraduate student and a contract Project Manager, and I'm offering child care, pet care, and household services.
I love being a babysitter and have been watching infants, kids, and teenagers off and on for over 17 years. With all of my families, I have always worked hard to provide a...
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I'm patient , honest, sweet and gentle , I consider myself as a loving nanny , and I love working with babies . I'm hoping to find a family that appreciates my love and my carrier . I have amazing references and more than 25 years of experience I'm looking for full time jobs ! Thank you for reading my perfil!
I like working...
Laura G.
Orinda, CA
$30-38/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Have Worked In Schools, Volunteering, Projects And With Families And Children Of Different Ages.
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Hi Families! I'm from Colombia, I'm 22, a little about me is that I am a cheerful, captivating girl, full of energy to take care of the children, I am very dedicated and responsible with the tasks assigned to me, I always give the best of me, taking as a priority the safety and happiness of the children. I knows how to cook and...
5.0
"I had the pleasure of having Daniela look after my children, and I couldn't be more thrilled with her services. She was incredibly attentive, patient, and nurturing towards my kids. Her communication skills...
Reviewed by Care member
Sheryle B.
Martinez, CA
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny with a M-F Part Time Nanny Position For Twin Girls.
5.0
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My name is Sheryle. I'm a mother of 7 ( 4 adopted), grandmother of 6. Currently I am a Nanny in Pleasant Hill for a family. I started working for them in March 2011 when the twins were 6 weeks old. They will be going to first grade this August and my job will be ending. They are like grandchildren to me though and the...
5.0
"We used Miss Sheryle for our vacation in Tahoe. Our toddler loved her, and it took him forever to wind down from his time with her :) She did writing, drawing, and games with our son. She is perfect should you...
Reviewed by Elizabeth R.
5.0
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I am a professional language teacher with a M. A. degree from University of San Francisco who has been working with children since 2014, where I started off as a children ESL teacher in China. And in 2015, I worked as an au pair in Atlanta. Starting from 2017, I moved to SF and part time babysitting and tutoring. I love every...
5.0
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Hey there ' My name is Katherine I'm 33years old. I have 13 years of experience working with children. I am fluent in Spanish. I have affiliated myself with various families. I was teaching at a bilingual preschool mix with Playbass / Montessori do to Covid-19 I had no choice but to give my position up. I love working with...
5.0
"Such a lovely young lady. Extremely flexible with us & our daughter. She also has a beautiful daughter, my daughter loved playing with."
Reviewed by James B.
4.8
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Hi all! I'm an energetic and reliable child care provider with over a decade of experience working with early and elementary school age children in diverse home and school settings. I have extensive knowledge and skills in providing long-term care through educating and amusing the children by reading, engaging in creative play,...
5.0
"We hired Meryem as a learning-pod teacher for 2 kindergarten boys during the 2020-2021 school year. Meryem's responsibilities grew in scope from "just get our kids through their zoom classes" to taking them on...
Reviewed by Kaitlin K.
Donia M.
Oakland, CA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
An Experienced Teacher Willing To Take Good Care Of Your Kids
5.0
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Hi!!!
I'm Donia, 34 years old, Bilingual (Spanish and English). I have a bachelor and master degree in education and I've been a teacher in Elementary Schools for about 12 years in Colombia. I was an AuPair in 2012 in a family of 5 kids and the backup teacher for Viva el Español at the same time.
I am looking for a part-time...
5.0
"Donia is amazing. She always shows up early and stays late to make sure the place is left cleaner than when she arrived. She is the first babysitter / nanny we've ever used for our 13 month old son and she has...
Reviewed by Heather O.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Nakya, but you can call me Kya, it's easier to remember! I have a ton of experience working with children, starting with the fact that I'm the eldest of 5 ;). I'm originally from the Bay Area and worked for two years with the East Oakland Youth Development Center teaching math and language arts for kids aged 5-12,...
5.0
"Nakya watched my 2 year old son and 11 year old daughter on days I had to work. She helped my 11 year old with her homework, and went over colors, shapes, and numbers with my then 1 year old son. She stayed...
Reviewed by Jessica M.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Matthew and I am currently a student at DVC. I work with both younger students and college students. For younger students, I usually assist in the areas of Math, English, and computer skills. For college students, I can assist with American Sign Language and various programming languages. The most important...
5.0
"With a keen attention to detail, the willingness and ability to finish any task at 110%, and a strong sense of empathy and gentleness, Matthew is one of the best.
He always remembers any details given, and...
Reviewed by Abraham L.
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.
Maya K.
Berkeley, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher Turned Psychologist Available For Babysitting And Tutoring!
5.0
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I possess a wealth of experience in caring for children across a diverse age range, from 1 to 17 years old. My approach is centered on ensuring each child's comfort and engagement, leveraging my creativity in devising fun and educational activities. I have a passion for exploring a child's interests and hobbies, reading books,...
5.0
"Maya has been an absolute godsend to our family. She helped care for our son as a nanny and also babysitter when she was working full time. She's very dependable, extremely attentive, and has become part of...
Reviewed by Clarissa H.
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
"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."
Reviewed by Viviana D.
4.3
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Hi! I'm Claudia, I live by downtown Pleasant Hill. I'm CPR, First Aid and Lifeguard certified by the Red Cross, I've also taken a few child development classes. I'm fluent in Spanish and willing to tutor, I love reading to kids, doing arts & crafts, going to local parks and planning play dates.
I have experience with twins,...
5.0
"We absolutely love Claudia! She is a great and her experience definitely shows. She worked with us for a couple of months while my husband and I were on a work assignment in the Bay Area and she took our kids...
Reviewed by Care member
Robert H.
Walnut Creek, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Online Tutoring: Dyslexic, Below Grade Level, And Accelerated Learners
5.0
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The new school year is here, and it's a great time to help students get the extra support they may need so they don't fall behind. I offer students individualized academic help, whether they are working below grade level, have learning disabilities such as dyslexia, or are advanced. Just two days a week for one-hour sessions can...
5.0
"Bob has been tutoring my son for the past 6 months and not only does my son enjoy the sessions but we have seen improvement in the comprehension of the reading material. Bob is very patient and adapts each...
Reviewed by Nina D.
5.0
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My name is Annaliese and I am 21 years old. I have 8 official years of experience caring for children ranging from newborns to 15-year-olds, although I have been watching my toddler and tween brothers as well as neighborhood kids since I was 11. I am currently in community college for 6 separate degrees/certificates relating to...
5.0
"Annaliese was incredible! My son immediately gravitated towards her. She is engaged, communicative and clearly very caring. Her vibrant personality is contagious. I would hire her over and over again."
Reviewed by Tatumn S.
Nina Z.
Berkeley, CA
$50-100/hr • 10 yrs exp
Expert Tutoring By Credentialed Teacher/Reading Specialist Who Understands Unconventional Learners
5.0
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I have 30 years of teaching experience, mainly with middle and high school students with learning differences. I specialize in supporting and motivating unconventional and reluctant learners to succeed in school. I believe there is a way to engage every student, by building a positive relationship and incorporating each...
5.0
"Nina worked with my 6th Grade for several months. We would have loved to continue as she is a wonderful teacher and helped him a lot. She is timely, organised and gives detailed feedback on every lesson. I...
Reviewed by Anthea A.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Mercedes. I have been dedicated to the care of children for over 18 years and at one time, I was a foster mother. I love working with children because they are sincere, tender and adorable. I have my driver's license in California and a good record at the DMV. Besides, I am a mother and I mean I can care for...
5.0
"Elizabeth has worked with our family as a nanny for our identical twin boys since May of this year. She has been an amazing addition to our family. Our boys are now 13.5 months old. She is great with the boys....
Reviewed by Gail E.
Maria R.
Oakland, CA
$30-46/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello there! My name is Maria.
I am an aspiring dietitian(RD) that loves to teach young children & their families about incorporating healthy habits into their lifestyle. I am family oriented and love kids.
Prior to my BS degree in nutrition, I pursed a degree in Child Development in which I learned about the importance of...
5.0
"Maria is wonderful. She is kind, punctual, and has good communication. I was worried about our 1 year old being with anyone outside family but Maria came in and did an excellent job. Our daughter is...
Reviewed by Joshua C.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Orinda, CA
Laura G.
5.0
I had the pleasure of having Daniela look after my children, and I couldn't be more thrilled with her services. She was incredibly attentive, patient, and nurturing towards my kids. Her communication skills were top notch, keeping me updated throughout the evening, which put my mind at ease. It's...
- Care member
Sheryle B.
5.0
We used Miss Sheryle for our vacation in Tahoe. Our toddler loved her, and it took him forever to wind down from his time with her :) She did writing, drawing, and games with our son. She is perfect should you need a date night or day sitter when traveling to the area!
- Elizabeth R.
Katherine A.
5.0
Katherine was able to teach my kid Spanish. She is punctual and very caring. She took my kid out to the park and did different activities with him. I also have a baby that she was able to watch when I needed a sitter. One thing I appreciated was that she had a background with working with kids at...
- Karina L.
Meryem B.
5.0
She took care of our then 4-month-old baby girl. Meryem was great to work with. She did play-time, tummy-time, and walks with our baby. We were very happy with Meryem and felt like our baby was in good hands.
- Cem R.
Donia M.
5.0
Donia was energetic, caring and engaging with my almost 3 year old. She was only with us for an hour (as planned), but we look forward to having her come back to practice Spanish with our daughter soon.
- Michelle R.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Orinda, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Orinda, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Orinda, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $27.00 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 Orinda, CA?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Orinda, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Orinda 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 Orinda that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Orinda, 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 Orinda 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 Orinda, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Orinda, 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 Orinda, 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.