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Shirley R.
Philadelphia, PA
$19-29/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I Am Very Excited To Work With ! I Split My Time Both In LA And Philadelphia.
5.0
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I'd describe my personality as calm, attentive, and hardworking.
I like working with kids because they are spontaneous and are always open to learning and trying new things.
I'm looking for a job with an environment filled with respect, creativity and new opportunities.
I first started working with my brother and have...
5.0
"Ms.Shirley was amazing to my young children."
Reviewed by Mark F.
3.0
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I am currently pursuing my graduate degree at Temple University after completing my undergrad in Education at West Chester University.
Growing up as the eldest in my household, I've always been surrounded by the laughter and energy of little ones. Beyond family dynamics, I've also accumulated years of hands-on experience in...
3.0
"I had a phone call scheduled with Emily to talk about a recurring job. This call had already been rescheduled once at Emily’s request. Emily did not answer when I called at the rescheduled time. I know things...
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5.0
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Hi, I'm Jenice! I've been caring for children from my family as well as family friends, and neighbors since I was a young teenager. I spent 2 years working in a Montessori Preschool/Nursery, where I was hired as the infant and toddler rooms teachers aide. I also have multiple years of experience as a full-time nanny caring for...
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"Jenice is amazing! She babysat for us for a few days while we were waiting for our nanny to start after my maternity leave. We have had her come and baby sit on several other occasions and plan to in the future...
Reviewed by Ilona L.
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Hello! I'm Victoria! I am currently a senior at American University studying Biology with aspirations of becoming a pediatrician. With some free time during the upcoming semester, I am looking for an opportunity to build up my college fund in a fulfilling way. Childcare has always been an integral part of my life; my mother has...
5.0
"Victoria is such a great sitter. She was very sweet to my kids and punctual. She followed instructions I gave perfectly. Definitely will hire her again for future needs. Highly recommend her."
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Kearrah M.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I've been a caregiver for 6 years. I love what I do, I'm great with kids. I don't have any kids of my own, I enjoy working with kids and also seniors
I'd describe my personality as Fun
Outgoing , peaceful
I like working with kids because they are always keeping you going and young, Always give you reason to keep doing what...
5.0
"Kearrah was an excellent sitter. She showed up early and asked the right questions. Our toddler was asleep when she arrived, and they hadn't met before. Kearrah made her comfortable by taking her outside and...
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Hi, my name is Janine :) I'm a 33-year-old stay-at-home mama to a 1-year-old baby girl. I'm happily married to my wonderful husband. I'm also an aunt to 7 nieces and nephews ranging from 8 years old to 6 months old. I've had around 8 years of experience as a nanny, including with multiple...
5.0
"She is amazing. She was great with school and activities planning. She played games with the kids and used TV very little. She is absolutely amazing"
Reviewed by Brenda F.
5.0
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I have been involved in the early childhood development field for over 30 years,
I majored in child development in college. I have worked with infants through grade school, I also was an assistant director at a preschool in Los Angeles for nine years I have taught infants through Elementary school, also experience teaching...
5.0
"Karen was my daughter's preschool teacher at Family Nurturing Center and became a dear friend of ours ever since. She absolutely adored Karen and they lovingly referred to each other as "sista." Karen always...
Reviewed by Deborah G.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Annie. I am a registered nurse working per diem while obtaining my MPH degree. I have been a nanny since 2014. I will prepare meals, play outside, read, do homework, arts and crafts, etc. I happen to be a great cook, and will also clean or do laundry if needed. I love kids and I am looking for a recurring,...
5.0
"Annie has been babysitting my 4 year old son since he was 6 months old. He loves her and looks forward to her coming over! She is very creative, laid back and responsible. She follows our routines easily....
Reviewed by Nicole B.
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My name is Natanjah. I have worked for 5 years doing childcare/daycare in Philadelphia. I am available as a nanny, babysitter, and teacher for 1 to 3 children. I offer baby and infant care, arts and crafts, sensory activities, playing outside, puzzles, games, story time. I am also well verse with STEM curricula, and can...
Ruby D.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Nanny/ Sitter Looking To Help Families And Spread Positivity
5.0
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Hi there! My name is Ruby. I have always loved working with kids because of the spark and honesty that they bring to life! I have had over 6 years of experience working with children. My resume includes working as a nanny/sitter for several families, working as an arts camp counselor, and working as a reading tutor/mentor with...
5.0
"We interviewed Ruby for the position of a Nanny. We had to go with someone else, as Ruby's availability and our start date didn't coincide.
Ruby was very professional and thoughtful in her responses leading...
Reviewed by Shival S.
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Hey, my name is Koda and I'm an educator, an artist, and a childcare worker with 6. 5 years of paid experience working with ages 1< to 12. I'm looking to help a family in need while I'm on the east coast for the summer.
I'm very flexible in the hours that I am available, and I am also able to assist in many different types of...
5.0
"Koda has been watching our child (almost 2 years old) from age 8/9 months 1-2 days a week. Koda has also watched two children of my neighbors at the same time as my son (6 years/2 years). Koda is creative, fun...
Reviewed by Virginia W.
Brittany B.
Clarksboro, NJ
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi my name is Brittany. I am 23 years old, I have worked in a preschool for over 5 years now. I have worked with ages 0-15 and am comfortable with all those ages. I have my first aid/CPR training I also have done several and continue to do NJ child care training courses. I love kids and getting to work with them. I've been...
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"Brittany has babysat my 3 and 1.5 year old boys a number of times and is the only babysitter outside of family members that we trust. She is responsible yet fun. She feeds the boys real meals and cleans up...
Reviewed by Michelle T.
5.0
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My experience spans over a decade, in positions from teaching, nannying, entertainment, baby-sitting in group/public settings, Au pairing abroad and volunteering.
For me this is more than just a job, as I'm deeply passionate about it & as such, strive to gain more knowledge with new opportunities I'm presented with.
My...
5.0
"Bridget really helped my family out. She cared for our son while I worked from home. She was kind, attentive, and caring. I was nervous about having someone in our home and leaving my son but I'm glad we hired...
Reviewed by Deidra D.
Megan K.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny - Available Immediately With Flexible Schedule
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I originally chose psychology as my major because I am interested in potentially becoming a guidance counselor at an elementary school. My personal focus is early childhood because I enjoy taking care of, helping, and understanding children.
I have worked as a part-time nanny for 2 girls for 3 summers (ages 5 and 8, now 8 and...
5.0
"Megan has been our lifesaver! I can't say enough wonderful things about her. My kids adore her - she's kind, patient, fun and reliable. We are moving out of state, otherwise we'd never let her go!"
Reviewed by Trish K.
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Hello! My name is Diana, and I am currently a teacher in Delaware county. This is my 9th year teaching. I graduated with my bachelors in early grades preparation from west Chester university in 2014, graduated with my masters in reading from
Loyola university of Maryland in 2017, and completed my administration certification in...
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Hello! A little bit about me: I moved to the Philadelphia area six years ago from Seattle, and spent the three years working in a trauma-informed, strengths-based GED and job training program for 14-21-year-olds. After that, I worked as a nanny for about 4 months before transitioning to a full time role as a community organizer....
Niagale F.
Upper Darby, PA
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been babysitting for about 10 years now. I love kids which is why I got into it.
I'd describe my personality as caring, friendly, and respectful.
I like working with kids because I love being able to teach them how to become a genuine person and love that that are learning just as much as I am.
I'm looking for a job...
Katelyn S.
Broomall, PA
$50-60/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hi! A little about me professionally: I possess a Masters in Education, BS in Secondary Education and BA in English. I taught high school English, and also middle school Language Arts in Ridley School District and Wallingford-Swarthmore.
I have experience with teaching English, writing instruction, test preparation, and SAT...
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Hello! I am a professional who loves to bring adventure, creativity, and a splash of fun to every job I take. I work at Seattle Children's Theatre full time and nanny/babysit on the sides. I love to bring the arts into everyday life from helping with homework to reading a story- I want to make sure the children I am watching are...
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Hello, my name is Yawa. I'm 31 years old and a college graduate in business administration( hospitality) . I have been a nanny/babysitter for 10 years. I was an instructional aid for a year, and a PCA for a year. I speak fluent French. I have excellent knowledge of multicultural education and childhood development. I love...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Prospect Park, PA
Shirley R.
5.0
Ms.Shirley was amazing to my young children.
- Mark F.
Emily H.
3.0
I had a phone call scheduled with Emily to talk about a recurring job. This call had already been rescheduled once at Emily’s request. Emily did not answer when I called at the rescheduled time. I know things come up, but after messaging and texting her about this, I did not hear from her.
- Care member
Jenice S.
5.0
Jenice has watched our son for the last year and half, first all day Wed-Fri for a year and now evenings after daycare. We are consistently impressed by her professionalism, knowledge, and trustworthiness - exceeds expectations!
She easily adapts to my busy (and unpredictable) schedule without...
- Anna W.
Victoria H.
5.0
Miss Tori was one of the best things to happen to my family! She watched my six month old son, Mon-Fri, for three months over the summer. She was incredibly dependable, always on time, and ready to have a great day. She made sure my son always had fun, whether it was playing with toys, going on...
- Jordan W.
Kearrah M.
4.0
She was punctual and clicked with my baby right from the start. She communicated well before and during the service. Will definitely continue to work with her
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Prospect Park, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Prospect Park, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Prospect Park, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $18.00 per hour as of June 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 Prospect Park, PA?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Prospect Park, PA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Prospect Park 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 Park that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Prospect Park, 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 Prospect Park 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 Prospect Park, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Prospect Park, 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 Prospect Park, 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.