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60 reading tutors are listed in Pleasanton, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in Pleasanton, CA
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Hi my name is Heather! I am a credentialed teacher with experience with tutoring and teaching in primary reading and writing levels. As a teacher I know how important it is for kids to keep reading and writing throughout the summer to stay ahead. I enjoy reading and writing and would love to provide your child with fun and...
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Double majoring in English and Political Science at Yeshiva University.
Experienced teaching students in both lecture-style and interactive learning environments. Published author who has helped numerous students' college essays for acceptance to UC Santa Barbara, UC Berkeley, etc. Highly adaptable and a creative thinker, I...
5.0
"We hired Jonah to help teach our son writing skills. From the first day Jonah was on time and very engaged with our son. He spent a lot of time asking questions and helping our son put together details as well...
Reviewed by Farial M.
Nusrat S.
Pleasanton, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Tutor For English Language Arts, English Creative Writing & Math
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Teaching Creative Writing is my expertise and I have formulated a perfect plan to help children of elementary to middle school to master this art. Based on my 20-plus years of experience and my courses, step-by-step help children develop vocabulary, learn the correct usage of grammar concepts, get inspiration, and...
5.0
"Nusrat is helping my son to learn read and write. She is very patient and organized. Her experience shows in her work and she can deal with different kid's personalities. My son has come a long way in such a...
Reviewed by Ali G.
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I discovered my passion for teaching a few years ago as I began to help grade school students with homework during my nanny and babysitting positions. I realize I have always been a "teacher" but did not know how rewarding it could be for me. The majority of my experience includes working with elementary age students, but I have...
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I have been working in the field of education for 2 years. I previously worked in South Korea as an English language teacher. There I taught small groups of 4-10 students. Additionally, I worked with students 1 on 1 a few hours a week to help address their specific needs. I am committed to helping students learn in a meaningful...
Megan C.
Pleasanton, CA
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a full-time chemical engineer at Clorox, but I have always had a passion for teaching! I tutored General Chemistry and held a Lab Learning Assistant position during my time in college, and I loved helping other students learn and get confident with the material. I'm enthusiastic and patient, and I will be able to...
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I'm an experienced university instructor with a PhD in Art History. I tutor art history as well as writing, French and English.
Shelley J.
Pleasanton, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Mom Of 2 Wonderful Children Hoping To Help Another Family Raise Happy And Healthy Kids.
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I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing and responsible
I like working with kids because I absolutely
love children of all ages. I've given my children, a wonderful, loving, playful, positive upbringing.
I'm looking for a job that is with an enjoyable family; one that is positive and passionate about having a fun and...
5.0
"Shelley watched my two year old daughter for a day when we were in a pinch. She was fantastic! She is energetic and engaging and found a number of things to do with my daughter. She also helped with things...
Reviewed by Care member
Alexia G.
Pleasanton, CA
$21-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! I would say my experience started in high school during my first internship at a private elementary school. I worked in a second grade class as a student teacher, doing reading groups/bulletin boards/ arts&crafts/ and classwork help. This later inspired me to completely pursue early childhood education. Currently, that is...
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B. A. - Yeshiva University, English Major, Political Science, Minor ('23)
I tutor in English, Literature, SAT, College Essay Applications, and all things reading and writing related. Experienced teaching students in both lecture-style and interactive learning environments. Syndicated columnist for numerous journals and...
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In my spare time, I like to sing, dance, color, explore, hike, cook, read, and stretch!
One thing you should know about me is I value equipping kids with the confidence to think for themselves and to make empowered decisions for themselves. I'm passionate about teaching kids to love themselves and to be kind to others,...
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Annabel G.
Pleasanton, CA
$20-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Annabel. I love spending time with kids and doing fun activities such as reading, doing puzzles, cooking for them, and going for walks! I can help clean and help with homework.
Dolma T.
Dublin, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Professional nanny/family manager/infant specialist
Hi my name is Dolma. I am 50yr old mother and born in India. I am mother of 23yr old son. I am nanny and former certified nursing assistant. . I have 25 yrs of total experience as solo care and share nanny and here in USA 19yrs. I worked full time and on call emergency nanny...
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"Dolma is fantastic! My two year old daughter loves her and has learned so much while in her care. Dolma is communicative and trustworthy, sweet and genuine, flexible and supportive, attentive and reliable....
Reviewed by Olga M.
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Mature, dependable and high-energy nanny with a passion for childcare excellence. Valued by client families for warmth, professionalism, dedication and excellent judgment. Provide parents with an unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of their children.
Nanny services include:
In-Home Childcare from a nanny...
5.0
"Cinnamon is an extremely awesome and reliable babysitter! She is very punctual, always arrives on time and responds to my messages right away. She is very good with the kids, they both absolutely love her and...
Reviewed by Jen P.
Antwane B.
Dublin, CA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Children Are The Future, & I Feel Childcare Will Make Myself An Amazing Parent When It's My Turn!
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Everyday Is A Great Day, my name is Antwanè, you can call me Drea!
I'd describe my personality as Caring, Honest, & Dependable.
I like working with kids because I get to teach them healthy & fun ways to get active as well as learn.
I'm looking for a job that makes me feel comfortable, and continue to love what I do. Maybe...
5.0
"Drea is a very sweet person. She was very responsive before the date and was on time the day of the babysitting. We would love to have Drea watch our 20 month old again!"
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I am glad I got a degree in Education and appreciate every subject part of the curriculum. I love knowledge and finding ways to use everything I learned in school as a tool to help others. Pursuing higher education made me further acknowledge why learning is important. Whenever I had time off from college, I made the choice to...
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"Wensea did a fantastic job in working with my 10 yr old grandson in English and Math. My grandson didn't like reading and writing, but Wensea worked at making it fun and rewarding. Within two sessions,...
Reviewed by Rebecca I.
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My name is Mel and I am an enthusiastic and diligent caregiver with 10+ years of experience caring for children from newborns to preteens. I highly value creating a safe space for children to have fun learning, growing, and expressing themselves through creative outlets.
Formerly an English Teacher in Japan, I had the most...
5.0
"Melissa is such a blessing to us! I liked her even starting from our interview process - she spent time to understand our needs, our child education style, and it was obvious that she was not only looking for a...
Reviewed by Jessie G.
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Hello there and welcome to my page.
I've been a babysitter for over 19 years, and have been a nanny and tutor/study buddy ever since college.
When on the job, I love to incorporate immersive and educational activities, can help with driving, cook healthy and nutritious snacks/meals, organize, communicate with a sense of...
5.0
"She is so good with kids. She plays with them and feeds them healthy foods. My daughter personally asks for her to babysit."
Reviewed by Tiffany P.
Devanshi P.
Fremont, CA
$60-80/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Devanshi. I have grown up playing teacher teacher and turned it into a career in teaching. I have a degree in Teaching from SJSU and have been teaching since the last 10 years. I love being around kids and aspire to provide an enjoyable learning experience for my students which is accompanied by activities that...
5.0
"Devanshi, or "Banshi" as my kids would call her, is one of the kindest people my family has ever encountered. She quickly became a family friend.
Our two girls were Devanshi's first babysitter job. She had...
Reviewed by Angelo R.
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My name is Rachel. I am 20 years old and have a passion for working with children! I love to read, draw, and take kids out into nature. Willing to prepare meals, help with homework, put to bed, etc. Because I am pursuing a higher education, I am only available on weekdays after 3 and completely available weekends. I would love...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Pleasanton, CA
Jonah J.
5.0
We hired Jonah to help teach our son writing skills. From the first day Jonah was on time and very engaged with our son. He spent a lot of time asking questions and helping our son put together details as well as helping him correct his handwriting. We had 4 lessons with Jonah and would recommend...
- Farial M.
Nusrat S.
5.0
Ms. N has been tutoring are twins 5 y/o that need some help with transitioning to kindergarten. She is very patient with them and tries to get them to standard for the new school they will be attending soon. The kids like her.
- Susana B.
Shelley J.
5.0
Shelley really helped me out in a pinch and did a great job with my two kids. She kept them busy and even straighted up the kitchen for me :) My kids had lots of fun and I was lucky to find Shelley!
- Mark L.
Dolma T.
5.0
Exceptional experience having watched over many children in her career, coupled with a medical background, makes her an invaluable asset for our family, which she quickly became a part off. Her nurturing approach shines, especially in her interactions that includes music, playtime, trips to the park...
- Simeen B.
Cinnamon C.
5.0
Cinnamon is an extremely awesome and reliable babysitter! She is very punctual, always arrives on time and responds to my messages right away. She is very good with the kids, they both absolutely love her and and ask about her all the time. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for care on...
- Jen P.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Pleasanton, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Pleasanton, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Pleasanton, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $24.50 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 Pleasanton, CA?
Care.com currently has 12 reading tutors in Pleasanton, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Pleasanton, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.