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60 reading tutors are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average posted rate is $36/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 7 years
What others are saying about reading tutors in Palo Alto, CA
My wife and I have never hired a caregiver and were definitely particular about who we thought would be a great fit for us and our 1 year…
Review for Connie M. by Gary B.
Botta helped me with the care of my son, who was around 7 months old. I got extremely lucky when I found Botta after a long search. It was a…
Review for Botta U. by Care member
Jona is amazing! I'm so glad we found her. She is loving, caring and punctual .
Our 8yo son stayed with Jona for a week while we were…
Review for Jona B. by Elena M.
Reading tutors in Palo Alto, CA
Connie M.
Newark, CA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Specializing In Infant/Toddler/Preschooler Care-Will Consider Nanny Share Positions
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Peace of mind is what I can provide any parent who leaves their child(ren) in my expert care. Using both my innate and experience related skills, I can assure that your child will thrive in a safe, nurturing and educationally stimulating environment. My expertise lies in the care of infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children....
Connie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Connie has watched our 3 small children several times in the last few months. As mentioned by others, she is always early, professional, friendly, I just can't say enough about her. Our kids are 1, 2 and 3 and can be quite the handful. Connie handles them well and...
Jacqueline M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Botta. I am a preschool teacher with 12+ years of experience working alongside infants, toddlers, and young children/child up to age 10. My hobbies include: biking, hiking, camping, traveling, trying new food, reading, and arts and crafts. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Botta helped me with the care of my son, who was around 7 months old. I got extremely lucky when I found Botta after a long search. It was a pleasure working with Botta and she went above and beyond in ensuring that my son was well taken care of. Her experience as...
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Jona B.
Sunnyvale, CA
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Jona, I am a mother of three children, 24-year-old girl, 22 and 14-year-old boys. I have more than 15 years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers and teens. I can provide exceptional service and make sure your little one can get all the attention, keeping them safe, nourished and well...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jona is very caring and dependable. My boys 10 and 12 love spending time with her. She is very active and dances, plays and cooks the most delicious foods and my kids actually eat it. They are picky eaters. I recommend Jona. She is great."
Alma C.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sofia (34 yo)
I am a mother of 15 yo and a holder of teaching degree (Russian language and Literature)
I am RESPONSIBLE, POSITIVE, ACTIVE, CARING. Not a flake!
I am happy to look after your kids, take them out, do art projects, read books, make some vegetarian meals and tidy up their toys.
PS my English needs...
5.0
"We have hired Sofia twice so far and she has been absolutely wonderful, attentive, and perceptive with our twin preschool boys. It gave us tremendous peace of mind to know how great her instincts are with children. "
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Sundus B.
Redwood City, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Sunny and I am excited about the opportunity to babysit for your family. I have always loved being around children-there's a part of me that never outgrew the joy and creativity of childhood! I find so much fun in engaging with kids of all ages, whether through play, reading, or learning activities.
I have been...
Sundus can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Sundus stepped in for a week of early morning kid prep and school drop-off in a pinch. Reliable and developed rapport with kids and adults involved :) Very positive experience and we would recommend Sundus."
Bryan W.
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Emily.
I am a full time college student who has been working with kids since I was 13. As the years have passed, I've worked and volunteered with kids in diverse backgrounds.
Teaching and volunteering have been what has given me the experience that I have with kids and is often what I do when I have the...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've known Emily for three years. I see her regularly and have had the pleasure of getting to know her well. I'd recommend Emily very highly for child care or any other employment that requires a smart, reliable employee. Emily has relevant experience in that her...
Barbara G.
4.6
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
hello
my name is Lilian but Families call me lily!!
I am a responsible, energetic and cheerful person. Background checked, CPR certified, and have 10 years experience working with children. I love to read, sing, dance play and teach them Spanish. I also like to go to the park, walk and library! I am working a part time...
Lilian can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lilian was wonderful. Took amazing care of my 5 month old daughter and really engaged her. She also did light housekeeping when baby slept. Went above and beyond and I think anyone would be lucky to have her watch their children. She is also very easy to be around."
Jennifer A.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
It's time for the toddler that I am taking care of to attend preschool, and I am now looking for my next family, as a full term (40-50 hours) nanny position.
I have raised my own two children thar are now young adults in grad school. I love to take care of children, and I believe that they are the most...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lucy worked with our family for years, from the time my second baby was born until they started school, and I can’t recommend her highly enough. From day one, she was more than just a nanny—she became a part of our family. Not only did I always feel that my...
Nicole B.
Karen M.
Redwood City, CA
$30-52/hr • 13 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Karen, I have been working with children for over 12 years now with Private Families as well as Infant/Preschool/Toddler Teacher. I have experience with kids of all ages from newborns up to teenagers since I am a mom myself of toddler and a teenager. I am a very responsible, dependable and caring nanny, I love being...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Karen joined our family in 2017 and was a full time nanny for our 2 year old daughter. She then continued as our full time nanny for our 6 month old son and daughter. She is truly the best nanny we have ever had. She engages with the kids continuously, is very...
Michelle G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Or! Having worked in various camp and school settings, it's a pleasure creating fun and educational environments. Getting to know students and children I work with and building connections is on the top of my priorities priority maintaining their safety and overall well being. I've worked with children...
5.0
"Or helped my kids and our family to navigate the very challenging times of online schooling. He provided support to my second grader and my 5th grader with logging in, keeping on top of assignments, advancing their knowledge, and last, but not least, engaging them...
Ioana T.
5.0
(1)
I love taking care of and helping children. I've grown up taking care of children from different ages, doing so with family members, friends, and neighbors. I was a preschool teacher for 4 years and been a nanny for multiple families within the Bay Area. I enjoy doing outside activities like play sports or go to the park. Arts...
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gabriella is great with our 4 yr old and always so accommodating/flexible in terms of her schedule. She is our go to babysitter when we want to go out and our daughter loves playing with her. We completely trust Gabriella and would recommend her to any parents....
Jason M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced childcare provider and spent the last year earning my Montessori teaching credential (I have a B. A. in early childhood education) while working in a local preschool.
I am available starting immediately until the end of September, before my next commitment begins. I am also open to one-time opportunities...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ximena is without a doubt the best person to care for your child. She worked with us from the time my son was 4months-15 months and we would have kept her forever if it was possible. Every morning she showed up (usually 10 min early) not only was my son happy to...
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Gari C.
Menlo Park, CA
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a BA in child development. I was a preschool teacher for 20 years. I have been doing teaching and tutoring for 5 years. I have experience helping with homework, teaching reading, math, writing, art, and phonics to children ages 3 to 9.
5.0
"Gari has done a wonderful job working with our son, focusing on teaching him letter and word recognition and early reading. From the beginning she made excellent progress with our son, and we are very happy we hired Gari.
Dan"
Alexandra G.
5.0
(7)
I am a proven first class certified Reading Specialist for over 20 years and use the following methods in my work:. In addition, I've taught kindergarten through 6th grade and homeschooled my daughter and son through 8th grade. I'm proud to say they both have their master's degrees. The first step is to provide the parent with a...
5.0
"Sharon was of great help over a very long 1+ year period of time improving our daughter's school test scores"
Care member
5.0
(6)
With 10+ years teaching reading and writing and 13 years of private English tutoring, I help students reach their full potential.
I hold a CELTA certificate (University of Cambridge) and an Academic Life Coach certificate, combining academic support with skills like organization and time management. I also specialize in...
5.0
"My daughter has thrived under Ms. Sabrina's passionate and enthusiastic instruction. Sabrina doesn't just teach writing; she ignites a love for the craft in her students.
My daughter used to struggle with descriptive language. But thanks to Ms. Sabrina's creative...
Care member
Alejandra M.
Menlo Park, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello lovely families!
My name is Alejandra, I have been working with children since 2003 and appreciate it extremely much.
I am a prior preschool teacher with an Early Childhood Education degree.
I'm a very lovely individual and caring.
I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, and outdoor activities.
I'm very passionate...
Alejandra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alejandra has been a great asset to our family. She is in tune with my son’s needs and my needs as a mom too. She engages with my son well, gets on his level and helps him have so much fun. I recommend her!"
Care member
Ana D.
Redwood City, CA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love teaching ABC's, counting, shapes, colors and reading, play board games. I am mature, responsible and trustworthy. I have previous experience in cleaning as a housekeeper I can provide excellent references.
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance
Lea W.
Redwood City, CA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Stanford Grad And Experienced Tutor Willing To Work With All Ages
Hi! I'm Lea. I recently graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelor's in Mathematical and Computational Science and will be retiring in the fall for a Master's in Computer Science.
I have four years of experience tutoring students on a one-on-one basis. I have tutored all ages: from elementary school homework help to...
Heidi J.
Redwood City, CA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Certified In NC and LA (K-6) Teacher Available For Tutoring
I have worked with students after school to further their understanding of concepts learned during the day for the 12 years I have been teaching.
In my 25+ years of babysitting/nanny experiences I also tutored children in subjects that needed additional reinforcement.
Hi! My name is Alex. I began babysitting when I was 15 for families around the town I grew up in! Over the last 10 years, I've babysat children of all ages and I have a First-Aid/CPR certification. While your kids are with me, I'd help them with homework, take them outside or to parks, read to them, and prepare food if needed....
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Palo Alto, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Palo Alto, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Palo Alto, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $36.64 per hour as of May 2025. 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 Palo Alto, CA?
Care.com currently has 11 reading tutors in Palo Alto, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Reading Tutors in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.