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Sabrina V.

Pontiac, MI

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Within my past experiences, I have tutored at mostly middle school located in the Inland Empire. I have worked with children on math, reading, English, history, and science but my main strength is English and reading.
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Tutor, Editor, Instructor, And Writer Available

Pontiac, MI

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I have recently tutored elementary-aged children in reading, concentrating on basic skills. We started with Internet materials and tests, then moved into fiction and other school materials where they had been struggling. They improved so rapidly, we got involved with other areas of English as well. Writing can be used as both a...
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Pontiac, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as loving, caring and gentle I like working with kids because Working with children reminds you of how amazing and exciting the world can be. You'll love seeing things from their eyes. It makes you a happier and more positive person in your day-to-day life. Children also encourage you to use your...

Joyce C. says "My son loves Jasmine, she's really the best with kids. She helped him learn his ABC's and 123s already and he's only 3! I love how when I leave him, i have...

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Pontiac, MI

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a fast learner, great with children, love caring or them. I'm big on out door activities but also enjoy indoor. Such as reading, videos games and arts an crafts. I'm big on schedules and things being planned out. Love cooking an teaching new things.
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Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available Immediately

Waterford, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a single mother of 2 boys, 19 & 21, I have much experience in caring for the both of them as I was a stay-at-home mom for the first 10-12 years of their lives. Also, as a young teenager my mother gave birth to my youngest brother whom I cared for while my mother went back to work. I was 12-13 at that time. I have...

Jennifer W. says "Wonderful caregiver! My children adored her! She was very dependable and it was a great experience having her care for my children."

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Experienced And Nurturing Nanny

Waterford, MI

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been a nanny for 20 years now and I was a preschool teacher before that. I love caring for and teaching little kids. Singing, dancing, reading books, playing outdoors, pretend play and crafts are all things I enjoy doing. I am very nurturing and patient. I have experience with newborns to age 10, including twins.

Michelle R. says "Kelly is absolutely amazing! Had we not moved out of state, we would have loved to keep her with us! In fact, we were always trying to get her more...

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Kindergarten Readiness/Phonics Classes

Lake Orion, MI

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
With several years experience as a preschool teacher and nanny, I know what it takes to prepare children for Kindergarten. During my employment as a preschool teacher, I was also the center's Phonics teacher. In addition, I taught several extracurricular classes (music, reading, cooking, Spanish). I pride myself on keeping the...
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Tutor Available -Math, SAT/ACT, Reading/Phonics - Trained In Dyslexia/ADD/Learning Disabilities

Waterford, MI

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Seven years of experience with SAT/ACT prep classes, as well as experience with the Redesigned SAT that is currently being used. I had taught these classes for a tutoring company for years with great success. My clients have reported making the gains that they hoped for and several have gone on to attend Michigan State...

Amy D. says "Carissa has changed the course of my son's life. My son was diagnosed with dyslexia at 6 years old and at that time could not read words he had not...

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Experienced And Responsible "Date Night" Sitter

Troy, MI

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am 33 years old and enrolled as a second degree nursing student at Oakland University. I am often surrounded by the children of friends and family and enjoy doing whatever it is they love to do. I can have fun playing games or make believe and am happy to help with homework and reading, too. I have been babysitting since I...

Nick T. says "Jane did a great job. The kids loved her."

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Mom And Nanny

Clarkston, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I love to dance, sing, play, and learn all the time. I read aloud with ALL THE VOICES. I help with meal prep, errands and cleaning. I have always loved children and had my first child in March of 2020! Children have a wonderful way of teaching you to slow down and open your eyes to the present. I swear, metaphorically...

Care Member says "Gabrielle is an extraordinary caregiver. She cared for my son Manfred from the age of 2 until 5. She truly went the extra mile with him with an emphasis...

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Waterford, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Linsey. I'm a Christian and I don't drink or smoke. I realize the importance of being a good role model. Kids look up to you; they see everything that you do and they mimic you. I have cared for children since I was 11 years old. The most children that I have cared for at one time was seven. Their ages ranged from...

Dena H. says "Linsey is a wonderful nanny who engages with the children and has an endless amount of patience. She is of good moral character and I trusted her...

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Nanny/Assistant/Senior Care/Housekeeping/Pet Care

Waterford, MI

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am an extremely well-experienced nanny and a lead teacher who took care of infants daily. I'm currently on the verge of different careers, but since child development and childcare are my passion, this is always an open option. I'm CPR & FirstAid trained. COVID vaccinated & boosted too. I've worked in this field for...

Katie K. says "Aleks has given our family a levity that I've not experienced since having kids. My husband and I are able to be completely worry free when we go out on...

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Dedicated K-12 Tutor, TA, And Former Student-Teacher

Bloomfield Hills, MI

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi there, my name is Timothy. I am a 32-year-old tutor, school aide, and writing specialist from Bloomfield. I try to bring my upbeat personality and passion for learning into everything I do. I am a recent graduate of a rigorous elementary education degree program at OU (3. 9 GPA). I also worked a paid position at the...

Hiroki T. says "I hired Timothy for tutoring in English for 8 months. He was punctual and professional. Would recommend. He is good teacher for me!!!!"

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About Me

White Lake, MI

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi I'm Ava! My childcare experience began in my early teen years when I started babysitting close friends and neighbors. Since then, I have had various babysitting jobs from one time date night outings to routine after school care. I have worked as a behavior technician with children with autism spectrum disorder, an elementary...
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Babysitter/nanny

Bloomfield Hills, MI

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Chloé and I am currently looking for occasional sitting. I have my own transportation (SUV), and am comfortable with children ranging from newborns to age 12. I'm a quick learner and able to be flexible when needed. Because I have worked with a variety of ages I am capable of adapting to your children's...
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Part-Time Caregiver, House/pet Sitter Avail

Waterford, MI

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I currently work full-time as a paramedic in the ER at the Children's Hospital of Michigan, which requires me to maintain my CPR certification for all age groups. I'm also currently in nursing school. I specialize in care of newborns-toddlers. However, I have extensive experience with children as young as newborns up to high...
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Waterford, MI

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$35/hr
5 years experience
I graduated from Central Michigan University with a Bachelors of Science in Education with a concentration in Early Childhood and Special Education. I am currently a teacher at Gretchko Elementary located in West Bloomfield. I have been teaching for 5 years.
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Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver

Auburn Hills, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
I have more than 8 years of experience caring for children. I also worked 3 years with a babysitting company located in Oxford, MS. References available upon request. I have cared for various aged children, newborns to preteens. Experienced tutor for children in math, science, and reading. I am also First Aid and CPR certified.
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A Little About Me

Rochester, MI

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I am the oldest sister of 9 And I worked as an assistant teacher for a year with kids aged 5-6 and worked with them to help complete tasks, daily morning reading, swimming and P. E. I was also mainly responsible for helping the children with Special needs stay on track. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, welcoming and...
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Family Care Assistant

Rochester, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a 58 yr old Christian mother of 3 (now-grown) children. While raising my children, our home was always the 'go-to' neighborhood home, where kids would gather all day every day, knowing they were always welcome and loved, and encouraged to enjoy nature, the great outdoors, reading, music, arts&crafts, animals, sports, and...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.00/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Pontiac, MI

Reading Tutors in Pontiac, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Jasmine S.

My son loves Jasmine, she's really the best with kids. She helped him learn his ABC's and 123s already and he's only 3! I love how when I...

- Joyce C.

Janice S.

Wonderful caregiver! My children adored her! She was very dependable and it was a great experience having her care for my children.

- Jennifer W.

Kelly T.

Kelly is absolutely amazing! Had we not moved out of state, we would have loved to keep her with us! In fact, we were always trying to get...

- Michelle R.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Pontiac, MI

The average cost for a reading tutor in Pontiac, MI as of April 2026 is $14.00 per hour. Rates can vary based on the tutor’s experience, education level, and the type of support needed. Tutors with specialized training in literacy, early education, or learning differences may charge higher rates, while group sessions or recurring schedules may offer more consistent pricing.

Reading tutors in Pontiac, MI help students develop key literacy skills such as phonics, vocabulary, reading fluency, and comprehension. Depending on the child’s needs, tutors may focus on early reading fundamentals, improving confidence, or helping with school assignments and test preparation. Sessions are often tailored to the student’s grade level and learning style.

To find a good reading tutor in Pontiac, MI, many parents compare profiles based on experience, teaching approach, and reviews from other families. It’s helpful to ask about the tutor’s methods, familiarity with your child’s curriculum, and experience working with similar age groups. Scheduling an initial session can also help determine if the tutor is a good fit.

Parents in Pontiac, MI often consider hiring a reading tutor when a child is struggling with reading skills, falling behind in school, or lacking confidence. Early support can help build strong foundational skills, while older students may benefit from targeted help with comprehension or academic performance. Tutors can also support children who simply want to advance their reading abilities.

Many reading tutors in Pontiac, MI have experience supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia or attention challenges. Some tutors specialize in structured literacy approaches or individualized learning plans. It’s important to ask about a tutor’s experience and training to ensure they can effectively support your child’s specific needs.

Before hiring a reading tutor in Pontiac, MI, consider asking about their teaching experience, approach to instruction, and familiarity with your child’s grade level. You may also want to discuss goals, expected progress, and how sessions will be structured. Understanding how the tutor tracks improvement and communicates updates can help ensure a successful experience.

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