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Kim H.

Loving And Compassionate Caregiver

Bristol, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I am currently a Kindergarten Teacher at a private school and have been at the school for 5 years. Before I taught I worked in the infant and toddler programs at a daycare for two years. I am newly engaged and am planning to stop teaching after this school year is over and hope to nanny for 3-5 years before having my own...

Pamela D. says "It is with great pleasure to recommend Kim for a nanny position, my husband and I are truly blessed to have met her and to have had her take care of our...

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Melinda R.

Spirited, Fun, Reliable, Outgoing Care Taker!

Berlin, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! Let me briefly introduce myself, My name is Melinda and I am 27 years old. I live in East Hampton, CT and currently finishing my Social Work Degree. While in school I have been very fortunate to work and create wonderful relationships with many wonderful families providing my services being either a Nanny or Babysitter....

Andrea L. says "Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both...

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Marc H.

Experienced Professor & Home-school Educator

Watertown, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Marc and I have over 20 years of teaching experience in higher education at several area colleges and universities, and have also taught and tutored at various levels across K-12. I specialize in computer science and digital media, but have experience teaching and tutoring Math, English, Science, Spanish, and more....

Gabriela F. says "Marc was very helpful and had a flexible schedule. He tutored my daughter who is in 7th grade with multiple school subjects, was very patient and...

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Halley G.

Part-time And Full-Time Care Giver

New Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Hi there! I started babysitting 10 years ago and worked primarily with one family for four years. The children were 2 and 7 years old and I was responsible for feeding them, changing the little one's diapers, tucking them in at night and supervising them. I then took care of children from a variety of age groups when I finished...

Care Member says "Halley is the BEST and we could not possibly recommend her more highly. She looked after our son two days a week for more than a year (between 6 months...

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Mishaela L.

Meet Mishaela

Farmington, CT

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Mishaela! I am 26 years old. I have my bachelors degree in Early Childhood/Special Education from Arizona State University and my Masters degree. I have been babysitting for 10+ years, worked at a daycare as a summer job through all 4 years of college, been a full time nanny for a 6-month-old baby, and I have taught...
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Tessa W.

North Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello parents! I am a mature candidate who has worked with children of all ages, as a nanny, a public school tutor, para professional, camp director, riding instructor and more. I have a degree in Education with a teaching certificate (expired). I am experienced with special needs children and English as a Second Language...

Care Member says "Tessa is an extremely reliable, nurturing and flexible childcare provider. Although she has been looking after my newborn twins only for a month or so,...

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Gina T.

Loving, Mature And College Graduate

Guilford, CT

4.1(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 27 families in your area
Craft assistance
I directed shows with hundreds of kids in Ct. Babysitter for an architect in Guilford, Cardiac Lab Specialist in Branford, Yale Doctor etc. Arts and Humanities Trainer with Y-USA. I am a volunteer with numerous educational organizations. Philosophy of care is attention and support of whole child and family. Focus on play,...

David H. says "Only interviewed because we decided to go with something involving other kids instead of traditional babysitter. Liked her a lot and would have hired if we...

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Nikki S.

Elementary And Pre-k Tutor

Milford, CT

5.0(0)
from
$50/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a certified elementary education teacher currently teaching 4th grade. I can assist with reading, writing, math, science and social studies!
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Autumn S.

Thomaston, CT

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name's Autumn and I am a reliable, patient and loving caregiver with over 7 years of experience nannying and teaching all ages. I have my BA in Early Childhood Education - Infant and Toddler Mental Health, so early childhood is my specialty! With my extensive background in child care, I am confident I can provide...

Nick M. says "Energetic positive energy, a true winner! Exceptional leader and way ahead of her time!! Very responsible and no doubt the smartest 21 year old I know."

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Kathyana S.

New Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a first year Resident Physician at the Yale New Haven Hospital, training in Dermatology. I am hoping to tutor in conversational Spanish virtually! More about me: - Grad School: University of California Los Angeles, David Geffen School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine - Undergrad: Barnard College, Columbia University -...
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Beverly I.

Teacher/Paraprofessional Available To Tutor All Subjects, Grades K-12

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have tutored since I was a high school student, in French, Spanish, English, Reading, Study and Organizational Skills, ELL. I have been teaching for over 30 years. Currently I teach high school full-time. I have worked with students of all ages, K - 12 and college-aged. I've taught at both private and public schools and...

Sarah K. says "Beverly is fabulous! We have worked with her almost the entire school year (after the 1st quarter) and she has helped our teenage son go from a C to an A-...

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Jessica S.

Guilford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked in the childcare field for over 30 years. I have worked as a Preschool teacher, Special Education Paraprofessional and as a Nanny. As a nanny I have many experienced years with infants and toddlers. I enjoy facilitating in the growth of emotional, physical, and social development. I find it helpful to incorporate...

Care Member says "Jess is an amazing person and much more than a caregiver. She's a part of our family and someone who loves our daughter as much as we do. It's...

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Anita S.

Enthusiastic Nanny And Educator

Ansonia, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, I'd like to tell you about myself and my experience with children. I was a certified teacher assistant for 15 years in the NY school system ( K-8th). I was a nanny for several wonderful families throughout the years. I also worked as a lead teacher at the Goddard daycare. I truly enjoy working with children of all ages. I...

Care Member says "Miss Anita is absolutely exceptional. She is a seasoned professional with incredible natural instincts for what kids need. She really respects what the...

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Joy M.

Skilled And Spirited Babysitter At Your Service

New Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello! I live in the Edgewood neighborhood in New Haven. I am a Family Advocate at a local day care. I am available for long-term hire for the afternoons and evenings, and am also available for one-time hire on the weekends. I love kids and they love me! I have over 10 years experience in child care; I have worked as a...

Allie O. says "Joy is so amazing with our son, who is now 2.5. She's got an early childhood education background and I notice L is super engaged with Joy - she's...

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Cassandra S.

Educator And Caretaker

North Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Hello! I'm Cassie, an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) at Alice Peck Learning Center. I work with kiddos (from ages 3-5) with autism, speech and language delays, emotional disturbances and intellectual disabilities. Before this, I taught at the Foote School for four years as an associate teacher in fourth and fifth grade....

Alice G. says "Cassie very quickly got to know my kids. She was very engaging, goofy, and fun, and played with them. She was punctual and able to balance being playful...

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Jacqueline P.

Certified Pre-K Head Teacher -Weekends/Nights/Summer/Caring/Loving Experienced (30+years)

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Mom of 3 w/30+ years of experience. Masters degree in Teaching and Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education/Special Education. Certified Pre-K Head Teacher w/New Haven Public Schools for 4 years. Assistant Pre-K teacher 5 years in New Haven. Previously-Assistant Teacher Childcare Center at School of Medicine. Assistant Teacher...

Care Member says "Jacki was our almost 2 year old twins' this past summer, and she was everything we had hoped for in a caretaker/nanny and more. She was warm, competent,...

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Sarah B.

Certified Teacher For Your Tutoring Needs

Meriden, CT

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Are you looking for a certified teacher to tutor your child? I have 15 years of experience educating students in grades 3-8. I have worked in both public and private education settings and currently teach 4th grade. I have also worked in an autism inclusion program, and am familiar with the needs of various learners. I can...

Care Member says "Excellent tutor. Daughter loved her. You won’t find anyone better."

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Regina L.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For A Great Opportunity

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Regina I'm from Colombia. I would love to help you! I am very reliable, punctual, flexible and responsible. I love kids and working with them. I have experience as babysitter for more than eight years, especially with newborns and toddlers. In 2016 I took care of a two and a half month old baby boy up until he...

Emily B. says "Regina has been with our family since 2021 and I can’t say enough good things about her. She cares for our daughter as if she is her own, and has been...

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Kristie S.

Experienced, Creative Caregiver Looking For Part-time, Or Short Term Full Time Position

Monroe, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Kristie. I was a post-doctoral student until recently. I'm older than most childcare providers (mid-forties), but this also gives me more experience. I really enjoy being with kids as they are full of life & I can share my experiences with them. For over 20 years, I have worked with newborns to teenagers. My goal with...

Sabrina M. says "Kristie was my MVP assisting a mother with 5 kids. Errands, laundry, homework and light meal prep really saved my life. Kristie is first aid/cpr...

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Caroline N.

Caring, Energetic College Graduate

Guilford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello! I'm a top college graduate currently looking for a part time position with a great family. I studied French Literature and Economics in college and played varsity field hockey while there. I've spent the last few years working in trading at a hedge fund based out of Westport but am now going through a career transition...

Caitlin G. says "Caroline is punctual and responsive. She goes above and beyond, tidying toys all day as the baby plays. She helped us out in a pinch on short notice and...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 4.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Prospect, CT

Reading Tutors in Prospect, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Kim H.

It is with great pleasure to recommend Kim for a nanny position, my husband and I are truly blessed to have met her and to have had her take...

- Pamela D.

Melinda R.

Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly...

- Andrea L.

Marc H.

Marc was very helpful and had a flexible schedule. He tutored my daughter who is in 7th grade with multiple school subjects, was very...

- Gabriela F.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Prospect, CT

Hiring a local reading tutor in Prospect, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of December 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 2 reading tutors in Prospect, CT. You can search for candidates by their distance from Prospect 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 Prospect 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 Prospect 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 Prospect, CT, 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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