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276 reading tutors are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA
Elena F.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I am very reliable, creative, and patient certified teacher with 12 years of experience working with children from Pre-K to 7 grade. I have worked in Day Care Center, Private and Public Schools in Philadelphia and suburbs. I am knowledgeable in all PA Learning Standards and know many educational systems and materials used by...
Are you looking for a passionate and experienced tutor for your young learner? I'm a certified Pre-K-4 teacher in the School District of Philadelphia with a strong background in early childhood education. I specialize in reading and writing instruction, and also have many years of experience teaching math to young students.
I...
Liam D.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I taught Literary Arts at a public school as part of the Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership last summer. Writing and reading have always been great passions of mine, and they have taken a major role as I enter my senior year at St. John's College, a small liberal arts school with a Great Books program.
I am a certified English teacher with 5 years experience with a love for teaching. I have taught, and currently teach, in public high schools within the Philadelphia School District and Camden City School District. I have experience with working with students from a wide range of reading levels and can tailor any lesson to any...
4.9
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm a dependable, well-educated, articulate, conscientious and energetically creative person. I also have assistance experience in various organizing projects and personal assistant work.
I educate, provide, protect, support and guide children in a positive direction daily from Monday through Friday (available for date nights,...
Judy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are sad to have turned down Judy, but were so impressed with her as an applicant that we felt the need to write a review so that she finds the great home she deserves. Out of nearly 40 applicants, Judy was near the top of our list. Ultimately we chose someone...
Suzanne And Scott P.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an art teacher currently in between jobs and am looking to pick up some extra work over the next few months. For the past three years, I have taught in special education and independent schools (grades 6 - 12) in Philly. Before moving to Philly for graduate school, I was living in Chicago and nannying for a few different...
Jane can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hi, my name is Jackie! I've been nannying for three years and have experience caring for newborns to 12-year-olds.
I love playing, reading the same book over and over, encouraging creativity, doing arts & crafts, playing games, going to the library and museums, going to parks, taking walks, and anything else the kids like to do...
Jacqueline can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sabratini . I worked at a summer camp/after school program by the name of "The Alternative" when I was 14 years old. I taught a dance class to children as young as 6 and as old as 12. I love teaching kids the basics such as manners, the alphabet and, anything else they'll need to jump start their education when...
Sabratini can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ashley I'm 29 and I'm currently in college to become a Neonatal Nurse. I have an extensive childcare background (8+ years) including 5 years infant experience. I also have experience working with children on the autism spectrum and with ADHD. I have all required clearances to work around kids and I'm CPR...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I just completed my third year at the University of the Arts, where I am a dance major. Due to COVID, the college is planning remote instruction, and I have decided to take this fall semester off. I have been practicing careful social distancing, and I'd like to spend this time helping a family who is doing the same. As a...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
I was a preschool teacher in South Philadelphia for 4 years. I really enjoy being outdoors, music, and anything involving arts and crafts. In my free time I love to read and write. In the fall I will be going back to school at UPenn to become an ESL teacher. As a result, I am looking to take on a position as nanny in the hopes...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Laura B.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am a recent graduate seeking a part-time or full-time nannying positing. I attended the University of the Arts for the past four years and am now hoping to put my creativity to use with children! Growing up I spent a lot of time assisting my mother in her classroom and teaching dance to children ages 5-12. For the past...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Haisha F.
Philadelphia, PA
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Haïsha. I am a 26-year-old professional. I was a full-time Substitute teacher for Boston Public Schools and an After School teacher for Baker Extended Day. I started babysitting/nannying when I was a senior in High School. I enjoy working with kids! I have a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and a Master's in...
Haisha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ana D.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I was an Au Pair in 2014 and I've been taking care of babies, toddlers and early age school. I love teaching new words, shapes, colors and Portuguese as a second language. I'm kind and very patient with kids. I do everything to see them happy. My experience are as follows: Diaper changing, Potty training, Feeding with...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Chrissie. I have been working as a professional nanny/babysitter for many years, and have been teaching children grades PK- 4 since 2017. I received my BFA from Maryland Institute College of Art in 2014, and received my PK- 4 Early Education Teaching Certification from West Chester University in 2017. Since...
Chrissie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
I had the wonderful opportunity to work with children aged 2 to 7, teaching them English, engaging in play, and creating enriching activities. My role involved crafting age-appropriate lesson plans that made learning English fun and accessible for young minds. Through interactive storytelling and games, I helped the children...
Mouhamed can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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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 $21.39 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 Philadelphia, PA?
Care.com currently has 276 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.
Ratings for Philadelphia, PA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Reading Tutors in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 134 reviews of the 276 listed reading tutors.