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265 reading tutors are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average rate is $19/hr as of January 2023
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA
Joanna D. | Philadelphia, PA
$25-35/hr • 36 yrs old
Grad Student Available For Tutoring - Science, Reading, History
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My name is Joanna and I am a 25-year-old post-bac student (post-bac is a course of study for students who did not study traditional science majors and who want to attend medical school). I graduated in...
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Erin H. | Philadelphia, PA
$45-60/hr • 8 yrs exp • 32 yrs old
Enthusiastic Teacher & Reading Specialist
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Hello! I am passionate about helping students learn and grow academically, socially, and emotionally. I have 8+ years of experience working with children ages 6 months-10 years. Prior to graduating college, I...
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Monica D. | Philadelphia, PA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp • 27 yrs old
Experienced Writing/Reading/English Tutor, Children To College Level + Other Skills
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Hi! I'm Monica, a childcare professional with 5 years of experience caring for children aged 3 months to 14 years. I love kids and feel that it is a privilege to take part in shaping young lives. Throughout my...
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I am 25 years old and have been a special education teacher for four years in Philadelphia. I teach reading and writing intervention in grades 6-12. I am a certified Reading Specialist, certified in ESL,...
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Rachel W. | Philadelphia, PA
$21-35/hr • 8 yrs exp • 31 yrs old
Rachel - Elementary/Middle School Reading/Writing Tutor
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I am a PA certified teacher for grades 4-8 and would love to help your child develop their reading, writing, and/or math skills! I'm passionate about engaging students and making learning fun! I currently have...
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I adore being around kids. My brother is 11 years younger than me so I've been responsible for children since I was 11. I feel that children require more understanding than discipline. They need encouragement...
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I am available for reading and math tutoring. I have a Bachelor's in Music degree from the University of Maryland College Park. I am also a painter and sculptor and have a studio at my home for art lessons in...
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My tutoring experience comes from both volunteer and paid tutoring from high school and through college. Throughout the years, I've tutored elementary school students all the way to 22-year-old college...
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Have gained experience through summer camps working with youth ages 8-15 working with them in academic areas such as math, reading comprehension, writing, and computer skills. I also have experience tutoring...
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Over 15 years Teaching and Leadership Experience.
Ready to enrich lessons, and/or provide specific instruction in most subjects, however English Language Arts is my area of expertise.
With the uncertainty of...
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Leslie has worked for my family for this school year as my son's in-school educational aid. Leslie is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. She has built a special relationship with my son where he is...
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Brittany B. | Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp • 25 yrs old
Student Teacher Available To Homeschool, Tutor, And Teach
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Hello! My name is Brittany and I am a special education teacher. Throughout the summer, I am looking to best support your family through childcare, pet care, special education services, tutoring, and house...
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I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience in and out of the classroom. I am currently a social skills teacher for grades K - 8. I have...
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I so appreciate Yuan coming into our lives. She's been truly helpful, organized, and honest. She's been on target with the supports that she has been providing my daughter over the past couple of months. Her...
Reviewed by Stacy T.
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Hello! My name is Louis. I am an educator, musician and lifelong Philadelphian based in Chestnut Hill! I have years of experience joyfully working with young people ages 3-18, helping to create safe learning...
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Joseph U. | Philadelphia, PA
$40-55/hr • 8 yrs exp • 59 yrs old
Veteran Teacher Tutoring Services For Grades 3-8
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I am Joe U. I am a multiple subject classroom teacher with 8 years classroom experience. I would like to help your student succeed in reading, writing, social studies/history, math, science, and...
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I have worked at a tutoring center the last six-months (assistant: homework help, test grading, tutoring, and test help). I also have experience in many elementary/middle school level tutoring at my church, and...
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Melina K. | Philadelphia, PA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp • 47 yrs old
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Hello! I am an elementary and special education certified teacher who is currently taking on some independent contracting work to work more according to my own schedule. I have been teaching for 15 years,...
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I 18 years old. I am an honor student, going to 12th grade. I can help with homework, test prep, or projects. I am bilingual , I speak both English & Spanish so if a child needs help in any of those, I can...
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Hi, I'm Liz! I'm a college graduate with a degree in education and English. I have several years of experience working with elementary and high school aged children within homes, summer camps, and school...
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Melissa M. | Philadelphia, PA
$15-30/hr • 32 yrs old
Elementary Education Teacher During The Day...Tutor By Night!
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Hi! My name is Melissa and I am currently a first grade teacher. I have taught second grade two years prior to this year. I am very familiar with the Common Core curriculum and the potential headache is causes...
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I have tutored with the United Way Berks Counting Ready, Set Read program to motivate and challenge second graders to become better readers. I am also a teacher and enjoy spending one on one time with my...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Philadelphia, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Philadelphia, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $19.48 per hour as of January 2023. 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 Philadelphia, PA?
Care.com currently has 265 reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, 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.