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Alexandra F.

Former Classroom Teacher

Poulsbo, WA

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$30/hr
9 years experience
I am teacher with 10+ years of experience in the classroom as both a classroom teacher and a Gifted and Talented Education coordinator. I have spent summers since 2012 tutoring students of all ages - from first grade through high school. Relationships are the foundation of my success as an educator, and I strive to understand...
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Mary H.

Full Time Nanny/Companion For Hire

Poulsbo, WA

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have years of experience jumping into new situations and quickly being able to function as if I've been there a long time. I have been caring for children both in my family and outside the family all my life. I ran my sister's daycare during her extended illness, and took full care of her two infants at the same time. When she...

Danielle C. says "Mary has worked with my elementary age twins for 5 years on a nearly full time basis, and we are so grateful to have had Mary with our family for so...

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Alexandra F.

Former Educator With A Passion For Enrichment

Poulsbo, WA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am teacher with 10+ years of experience in the classroom as both a classroom teacher and a Gifted and Talented Education coordinator. I have spent summers since 2012 tutoring students of all ages - from first grade through high school. Relationships are the foundation of my success as an educator, and I strive to understand...

Care Member says "Alex tutored our twin daughters for 5 years every summer. The girls loved spending time and learning from Ms. F, and were so excited to then have her as...

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Francis C.

Poulsbo, WA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Francis, and I am currently a Junior at Whitman College in Walla Walla, WA. I am studying Psychology and Hispanic studies, with a goal in studying pediatric and developmental psychology. For the past 2 years, I have worked as a tutor for America Reads America Counts in the WW school district. I love working...
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Makenna W.

Hi! My Name Is Makenna, I Go To WWU And I'm Home For The Summer Looking For Some Extra Work!

Poulsbo, WA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I am a WWU student home for the summer, looking for extra summer jobs! I'm an Accounting/Business major, and I'll be 21 in September. I did babysitting, housesitting, and pet sitting all through high school and really enjoyed it! I have experience with multiple-children-households, including with pets. I typically like to...
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Allison L.

Special Education Teacher And Mom

Poulsbo, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm a certified special education teacher with one 6-year-old child. I am looking for summer nanny work that can double as play time for my son, who will be accompanying me on nanny jobs. My son and I love spending time outdoors, going to parks, swimming, reading, dancing, and having fun!
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Kendall B.

Mary Poppins Meets Mrs. Doubtfire

Poulsbo, WA

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$34/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
If you are looking for a seasoned, professional, and loving part-time care giver- I'm here for you! I have 6 years of babysitting/nanny experience followed by 26 years as an elementary school teacher. My teaching experience includes 6 years (1st and 4th grade teacher) overseas, 10 years (mostly teaching outdoors) at an...
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Sherri K.

Bremerton, WA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked for Ventura Unified School District for the past 15 years in ALL subjects and at ALL grade levels. Pre-k-12th
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Maria M.

Professional Sitter For Professionals

Bainbridge Island, WA

4.4(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
Have car. Occasional work: date nights, overnights, sick days, holidays and things like teach a conference doctor visits etc 100% children focused, up to 2 children, planning events, playing games, reading books, going on trips, taking to activities. Clean up after activities/meals. Rarely use the phone. Cook Italian food,...

Care Member says "Maria is attentive, caring, and thoughtful. She's been great with my two boys, and I appreciate her help to our family. "

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Madison W.

Experienced Babysitter

Silverdale, WA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a mom of a 1-year-old. I follow gentle parenting and educational development. Strive to focus on fostering curiosity and skill development while adhering to parents' preferred routines. Committed to maintaining a clean, secure, and organized environment. I grew up watching family members, babysitting. I am caring,...
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Jennifer S.

Kingston, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience in an elementary special education classroom. I am now working in a special education middle school class. I can help with most elementary tutoring needs. I have three teenagers of my own and are loving the new scenery of Washington!
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Michele C.

Caring, Creative K-8 Tutor

Bainbridge Island, WA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Currently only available for online tutoring . Masters in Education with specialization in English. Tutoring in elementary and middle school all subjects. Need executive functioning coaching for your high school student? Habit formation? Anxiety ? Ask me about my coaching services. Preschool and ESL certifications and many...
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See Z.

Bremerton, WA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
After managing for an indoor playground, I've grown connections that have allowed me to nanny for families long/short term across Nevada and Washington. I am CPR certified, have attended 4 years of early childhood education courses, and happy to give references upon request. I have experience with all ages as well as children on...
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Maria Jose L.

Bainbridge Island, WA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am easygoing and energetic. I love being outdoors, dancing, going to the beach, and traveling in my spare time but equally enjoy quiet days reading and listening to music. I am originally from Peru and have experience teaching Spanish to young children. I found my passion for working with kids while volunteering at a hospital...
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Jacqueline S.

Babysitter/Nanny

Silverdale, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
I have over 20 years of experience taking care of children and in housecleaning. I was born in New York, but grew up in South Africa. I spent 3 years as a live-in nanny looking after an 18-month-old, a 5-year-old, a 6-year-old, and an 8-year-old in San Diego. During that time, I also ran my own housecleaning business while the...
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Cassandra F.

Dedicated And Energetic Nanny

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
Hello, my name is Cassie. I am a UW grad and have over 12 years childcare experience. I'm a fun, organized and energetic nanny who strives to ensure that kids stay active and engaged through playtime, exercise, art, trips to parks, etc.. I am not timid about enforcing the house rules with kids, but I use discipline not as...

Care Member says "Cassie has been with our family (twin, six year old, boys) for over three years. She has been an absolute joy to work with and her care has been a gift...

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Leslie F.

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I love being outdoors with the kids. Taking walks and riding bikes for fun adventures as well as physical activities. I have taught beginning swimming lessons to children and love the water. My favorite indoor activities are reading, puzzles, and any arts and crafts project.

Jesse G. says "Leslie has been a wonderful caregiver for our two young children. She has babysat on weekends and evenings and has taken them full-time for week long...

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Eleanora S.

I've Been Babysitting, Tutoring, And Nannying Since 13, And I'm A Future Pediatric Neurologist!

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting, tutoring, nannying since I was 13! I also grew up coaching swim lessons and was a swim coach. Throughout college I have worked with individuals with Autism, firstly adults as an ASD Service Specialist and now for the past two years with kiddos as a Registered Behavior Technician. Both of my parents are...

Care Member says "Really really good! Wish we could find more like her. An absolute natural with the kids even cleaned up after them loved her would have her back any...

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Amy S.

Reading Specialist

Bothell, WA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a certified reading specialist for K-12 and certified English teacher for grades 6-12. My masters is in Reading Education from Vanderbilt University. I currently teach middle school reading and English support and have experience as a high school English teacher and an elementary reading specialist. If you are looking for...

Brenda W. says "Amy is amazing!! So willing to work and play with kids. She regularly tutors our son after she babysat for our kiddos. Such a wonderful person; incredibly...

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Molly M.

Part-Time Caregiver, Can Tutor

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
My previous experience is working with infants. I have watched an 11-month-old for the majority of the daytime before with no trouble. I also have worked with first and second graders and helping them learn to read by reading to them. I have also done this with fourth and fifth graders. Though I am new, I am very confident in my...

Amy M. says "Molly is an exceptionally responsible Babysitter. Our 5 year old son adores her. "

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.43/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Poulsbo, WA

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

Mary H.

Mary has worked with my elementary age twins for 5 years on a nearly full time basis, and we are so grateful to have had Mary with our...

- Danielle C.

Alexandra F.

Alex tutored our twin daughters for 5 years every summer. The girls loved spending time and learning from Ms. F, and were so excited to then...

- Care member

Maria M.

Maria is attentive, caring, and thoughtful. She's been great with my two boys, and I appreciate her help to our family.

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Poulsbo, WA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Poulsbo, WA on Care.com will cost an average of $26.43 per hour as of June 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.

Care.com currently has 7 reading tutors in Poulsbo, WA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Poulsbo 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 Poulsbo that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.

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 Poulsbo 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.

When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Poulsbo, WA, 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.

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.

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