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135 reading tutors are listed in Pittsburgh, PA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Pittsburgh, PA
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I am a PA certified reading specialist with a Master's Degree in Education. I have more than 21 years experience working with children, mostly for grades K, 1, 4, 5, junior and senior high. I tutored college level reading, English and Algebra. I am currently a substitute teacher and a part-time nanny.
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"She is a creative and capable teacher. Lori has worked with all ages and levels of ability. She is patient and uses humor to help children reach their full potential. "
Reviewed by Rose C.
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I have helped tutor many of the children I have babysat for. I am an experienced writer and I read constantly.
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My name is Lori. I have more than 30 years of experience in working with young children in formal and informal settings. Most of my experience revolves around teaching and tutoring which I have done in public and private schools. I am also a home school evaluator -25 yrs
5.0
"Lori loves kids. In a room with adults and children the children always seem to gravitate towards Lori. "
Reviewed by Emily R.
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I am a retired teacher with many years of classroom experience teaching children with learning disabilities, multiple disabilities, and autism. I have tutored elementary students for the last 7 years weekly and also taught a 6 week summer program for remediation of reading and math skills.
I am certified in Elementary and...
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Hello! I am 24 years old, currently studying to earn my Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have a 4. 0 grade point average, that I have maintained all throughout college and high school. I am a member of Phi Theta Kappa, which is the National Honor Society, as well as the Dean's list every semester. I am very...
5.0
"Julia helped my son with math and English lessons, and he succeeded with her more than other tutors we've had in the past. My son loved her and learned well from her."
Reviewed by John L.
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I have a passion for helping children achieve their full potential and have tutored for 25 years.. I have an elementary/special education degree and excellent references. . I teach part time, and my middle and high school students have won writing contests for 19 years continuously. In addition, I was awarded an "Outstanding...
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"I needed a tutor for my son who is dyslexic. Ruth B. has been wonderful! She makes my son feel comfortable, she makes the lessons fun and the best part is he is learning to spell and read. Ruth took the time to...
Reviewed by Annamarie M.
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I'm Amy! I moved to Pittsburgh in February 2022.
Simply put, I love my job at a community nonprofit AND enjoy using my teaching degree to mentor youth on the side. I am thoughtful, detail-oriented, and patient. In the last decade, I've tutored or nannied 11 families with students ages 2-17. I specialize in tutoring middle to...
5.0
"We hired Amy primarily as a Spanish tutor for our daughter to help with high school Spanish. Our daughter has dyslexia so learning a second language is especially difficult. Amy did such a great job that our...
Reviewed by Donna D.
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Hi I'm Veronica! I am PA certified Prek-4th Teacher with a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I currently work for Propel Schools as an Full-Time building substitute teacher. I also work for Homeless Children's Education Fund (HCEF) as an Afterschool Program Instructor. We tutor children of all different ages.
I have...
5.0
"Veronica leaves a huge impact on our students during our after-school program and the kids notice when she's not there saying, "where's ms. Veronica!" She's innovative in her teaching and her passion in...
Reviewed by Alize S.
Leah L.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Leah and I am a 22-year-old recent college graduate with a degree in Secondary English Education. I have 3 younger sisters and have been babysitting for the majority of my life. I've been a summer tutor/nanny for 3 summers, twice for 4 children. I have experience with young babies to preteens. I have a passion for...
Alisa C.
Pittsburgh, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher: ESL Teacher, Kindergarten Readiness, Elementary Education Tutor, Piano Lessons
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With a degree in English Writing and Travel/Study abroad, I have enjoyed working with International families for 20+ years - designing individual English Language lessons tailored to the ages and interests of young learners. Recently, I have added to my Pennsylvania Elementary Eduction Teaching Certification, the completed 6...
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"Alisa is very enthusiastic about teaching English and American culture to my children. She has been very effective in adopting various teaching methods so that my daughters can enjoy learning with her. I highly...
Reviewed by Kenya I.
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I received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Dance in 2019 from West Virginia Wesleyan College. In May of 2021 I graduated from Duquesne University with my Master of Science in Management. Currently I am a student at Duquesne University School of law. I have worked as a Shift Leader at Dunkin...
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"Jocelyn has been helping our kindergartner with remote learning. She's been doing a great job helping our daughter get her work done and remain motivated about learning. Jocelyn works very well independently....
Reviewed by Christopher R.
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Hello my name is Anjali. I am a certified teacher with several years of experience in the classroom as well as a private tutor. I teach all subjects as well as test preparation like SAT/ACT and AP testing. I work with students of all ages and ability levels. I have extensive experience working with students who have ADHD and...
5.0
"Awesome and would like to keep her talents a secret. ; )"
Reviewed by Genevieve P.
Sophie B.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Part-Time Tutor Available For Science/Math/Engineering/Writing
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I was a peer tutor for fellow high school students and lower school students while in high school, and have tutored some students sporadically as needed throughout college.
Susan K.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked for two tutoring agencies, Sylvan Learning Center in Boston, MA for three years and the Huntington Learning
Center in Pittsburgh, PA for 1. 5 years. Itutored math and reading in both agencies. I was also an English tutor in college for 5 semesters.
Caitlin J.
Pittsburgh, PA
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I have over 10 years experience teaching ESL stateside and abroad. I have taught both kids and adults. I hold my Masters of Education in TESOL and a teaching certificate in ESL. I have experience testing in IELTS and TOEFL. I hope to hear from you soon!
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I have a Bachelor's degree in English with a concentration in Rhetoric, Writing, and Technology; I also obtained a minor in Philosophy. My overall GPA was 3. 65 and my major GPA was 3. 80.
Camilla L.
Pittsburgh, PA
$12-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Young, Experienced, Energetic, & Great At Connecting With Kids
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I'm a second year at the University of Pittsburgh on the pre-med track.
I've been through private school, advanced placement programs, taken AP classes in high school, and have had many tutors in a plethora of subjects! I've seen what works and what doesn't.
My experience involves tutoring children from ages 4-14.
If your child...
Shane G.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a young energetic and organized educator. I have worked with kids for at least 6 years now. I have been a swim coach for 6 years and have coached children ages 6-18. I also have 4 years of teaching experience. I have experience with Kindergarten through 6th grade students. I also have experience teaching Special Education....
Quinton H.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-30/hr
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English, literature, and writing tutoring available with a flexible schedule. I have an English/creative writing degree as well as a few published poems. I specialize in poetry, critical analysis, research essays, and LGBTQ+/social justice studies.
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I have helped with others in my class on editing papers. I have tutored the lower levels in math as well as Spanish. I have not tutored kids outside of my school, however I am now a high school graduate and have had two jobs working with kids for about two years.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Pittsburgh, PA
Lori R.
5.0
She is a creative and capable teacher. Lori has worked with all ages and levels of ability. She is patient and uses humor to help children reach their full potential.
- Rose C.
Lori R.
5.0
Lori is a compassionate leader and has a very kind heart, she is passionate about teaching children and during the time I have worked along side Lori, she has been a blessing to my life and the lives of the children she has been in the presence of. I highly recommend Lori!!!!
- Ursula M.
Julia T.
5.0
Julia helped my son with math and English lessons, and he succeeded with her more than other tutors we've had in the past. My son loved her and learned well from her.
- John L.
Ruth B.
5.0
She started tutoring for my son few months ago. She knows the weakness & strengths of him & has been helping him improve & enrich .
She always communicates with me about his progress . I am glad I found her.
- Aparna T.
Amy W.
5.0
We hired Amy primarily as a Spanish tutor for our daughter to help with high school Spanish. Our daughter has dyslexia so learning a second language is especially difficult. Amy did such a great job that our daughter has continued on with Spanish and is completing her third year of high school...
- Donna D.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Pittsburgh, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Pittsburgh, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Pittsburgh, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $19.43 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
Care.com currently has 135 reading tutors in Pittsburgh, PA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh, PA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Pittsburgh, PA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 90 reviews of the 135 listed reading tutors.