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Elise O.
Purchase, NY
$55-70/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Holding a Masters Degree in Elementary Education, my experience consists of 14 years of teaching preschool through sixth grade for General and Special Education students. I have been tutoring for the past 11 years for various age levels from preschool through eighth grade. My students always achieve to their fullest potential...
5.0
(3)
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Hello, my name is Jenifer , and I'm writing to apply for the Babysitter position with your family. I have 10+ years of experience working with children as a private nanny. I've been babysitting regularly for the last two years. My experience, combined with my CPR and first aid certification, makes me a great candidate for your...
5.0
"I liked the care and the attention she pays attention to the children. She always makes sure they are well taken care of, and always try to keep them entertained and busy. I can’t ask for a better nanny, she is...
Reviewed by Care member
Christine G.
West Harrison, NY
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello my name is Christine and I'm in Saint Petersburg. I will work full or part time I have raised two children of my own in Scarsdale New York I was a stay-at-home mom. I worked in a daycare center and was a teacher's assistant. I was fully hands-on in the class with the kids, singing songs in circle time, reading, playing...
5.0
"Christine babysat our kids for a year, 4days/week- driving our 2 boys from school to activities & playgrounds, engaging them in crafts, board games, and reading. She also helped care for our newborn- helping to...
Reviewed by Laura Z.
5.0
(3)
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Hi I'm Kristen! I'm currently enrolled in a Masters Program for Childhood Education 1st-6th grade, and work in a school as a 1:1 special education Aide. I have been working as a reading/writing/English tutor for children and adults for 7 years. I have a background in creative writing/playwriting/screenwriting as well which is so...
5.0
"My daughter likes getting good grades and dislikes getting incorrect answers, which makes her a crier when it's not perfect ... with this being said, Kristen has the complete patience with my daughter, guides...
Reviewed by Nanette L.
5.0
(1)
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My name is Adonis, and I have over 12 years of experience with teaching. My license covers middle school and high school education. My teaching journey includes various grade levels that range from 3rd to 8th grade students. I am well-versed in middle school Math, Science, ELA, and Social Studies. In addition to my...
5.0
"We interviewed Adonis for a tutoring position for our son. Ultimately we did not need to fill the position after all, but if we had we were definitely going to hire Adonis. He was responsive, warm and clearly...
Reviewed by Michelle G.
4.8
(4)
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Hello, my name is Charisse. I am a Special Education/Elementary School Teacher. I have been in my career for 16 years. I have a Bachelors in Education and two Masters in Early Childhood Education/Special Education and Gifted Education. I have been tutoring for the past 14 years for several families throughout NY. The children I...
5.0
"Charisse has been amazing at giving my son the extra boost to make sure he excels in Math in just a short time. I would highly recommend her services. She's professional, caring, flexible and overall an amazing...
Reviewed by Nicole D.
4.0
(2)
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Hi - My name is Daiquana, I'm 32 years old and I'm currently a sophomore at southern New Hampshire University online . I've been working with kids since I was 15 and love it. I started by watching my younger brother and sister, and then began babysitting for kids in our neighborhood. Now I'm a mother to a 5-year-old boy who is...
3.0
"I had a great first call with Daiquana- she is so friendly, bubbly, seemed to have incredible experience and wonderful answers to all of the questions. Our phone interview lasted quite some time, after which...
Reviewed by Janine C.
5.0
(2)
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Susan has years of experience as an English teacher teaching elementary and high school students in the areas of Writing, Reading Comprehension, and Literature. In the area of College Prep, she has tutored high school students in College Entrance Essay Writing and Reading Comprehension. As a theater director, Susan has directed...
5.0
"Susan is extremely bright, kind and dependable. She is very gifted and has been an educator/teacher/professor for many years. I highly recommend her for any child/person who needs her assistance. "
Reviewed by Linda R.
5.0
(2)
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I first started off teaching children when I volunteered at my old elementary school when I was in the 7th grade. I specialized in Math and English. As I got into babysitting I noticed more and more that parents had me coming by not only to care for their children but to help them with their homework since I began to better...
5.0
"Essence helped my 8 year old son read at a higher grade level. He started off reading below his grade level and was struggling with his grammar skills. If it wasn't for Essence I don't know how we would've got...
Reviewed by David H.
Henna K.
Elmsford, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
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I've been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. I've babysat children of almost all ages for both one time and recurring jobs. I come from a large family so being nurturing comes naturally to me. I am currently taking online classes so my availability is open and flexible. I am taking serious precautions due to the...
5.0
"I hired Henna to help around the house with my two children, 2 and 5 years old, while I was pregnant. She always arrived a bit earlier than asked and had no issue with staying longer if I needed more help. She...
Reviewed by Alina P.
5.0
(5)
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I've worked in NH, MA, IL, ME & CO. I am experienced with children of all ages and most of the families I have worked for have 3+ children. I am always creative about how to spend time, choosing outdoor activities, building forts, reading or playing games instead of TV or video games. I am loving & lighthearted, yet also firm...
5.0
"We were in Breck and Frisco for a reunion of friends. We switched between two houses and generally were pretty chaotic about who was where when. Alli kept up with it all. She was super sweet with our son (6...
Reviewed by Emily F.
5.0
(4)
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*VACCINATED, NON-SMOKER W/CAR, WORK PART-TIME @LIBRARY, HAVE TATTOOS, LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY*
Hi, I'm Kelly. I have 10+ yrs of experience: infant-teen, boy, girl & siblings. I can handle errands, light house work, homework, shopping, meal prep, organization, carpooling, you name it. I have a child friendly car! I love animals,...
5.0
"She is very caring & loving towards my daughter! She quickly grew to like Ms. Kelly so much! She is so attentive with kids & very responsible & amazing!"
Reviewed by Fanny R.
Lorena A.
Stamford, CT
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Full-Time Nanny With 8 Years Experience Especially In Child Care From Birth
5.0
(2)
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I have over 10 years experience taking care of children since new born and between 6 month and 7 years old. My work caring for children has been to supervised them during their outdoor fun activities, doctors appointments, coordinate for them play dates, teach them routines for their naps, early stimulation, potty training; I...
5.0
"We absolutely adore Lorena and so does our daughter. I was so nervous to go back to work after maternity leave and Lorena made it possible. She has been perfect for our family. She is loving, fun, happy, smart,...
Reviewed by Christine C.
5.0
(1)
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I've worked as the nanny for 10-month-old twin boys and their 2-year-old sister, as well as occasionally for every age starting at 3 months! I currently nanny three brothers (8, 11, and 13), but I'm looking for a great family while I'm back home from college. I love children, and am always happy to play, read, and craft with...
5.0
"Lillian was amazing!! We were in town for fashion week and a sitter we had didn't show up. She responded and came immediately. She was super loving, playful, just fantastic energy for my toddler son. He loved...
Reviewed by Bridgetta T.
Sarah D.
White Plains, NY
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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I'd describe my personality as fun loving, responsible and trustworthy. I am new to Care. com but have had years of experience from neighbors and families through my mothers' (who is an elementary school teacher) school district. I also currently work at Ridgeway Nursery school & Kindergarten as a 2's teacher aid.
I started...
5.0
"Very pleased with her service! The kids absolutely loved her and always will ask for her to come back. She is a total sweetheart, and extremely helpful!"
Reviewed by Lindsey H.
5.0
(2)
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Hello! My name is Jayda. I am a 21-year-old fun and outgoing person. I love laughter, music, random dance breaks, and of course kids! I have undergone nine years of babysitting with friends, family and other people in my community. I am currently getting my master's and bachelor's in elementary education and look forward to...
5.0
"Jayda is an amazing Babysitter! She is very kind and was very communicative. She also has a lot of knowledge on how to better understand children from her studies and is so patient. "
Reviewed by Sofia C.
Jasmin M.
White Plains, NY
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Available Most Weekdays And Some Weekends
5.0
(1)
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Hi! Thank you for reading my profile.
I am a full-time elementary teacher and basketball coach with years of experience working with kids. I am looking to help out part-time (date nights, etc.) I am looking for a family or families who would be willing to allow me to bring my 14-month-old or even drop your one child at my...
5.0
"She's a very dependable help and is great with kids"
Reviewed by Mitul G.
5.0
(1)
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I am the oldest of 4 (2 younger sisters and 1 younger brother), therefore I have lots of experience working with children from all different age groups. I enjoy reading, playing soccer, and spending time with friends and family. I have 2 years of paid experience watching children from the ages of 4 to 7. The youngest was a...
5.0
"Jadelynn babysat our 20 month old daughter for 5 weeks while we visited Buffalo. She came 5 days a week for 4 hours. Jadelynn is compassionate and kind, and even in the short period, really bonded with our...
Reviewed by Morgan F.
Olivia R.
White Plains, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I am Olivia! I am 23 years old. I have a college degree in early childhood education. I have experience with children from ages 6weeks- 8 years old. For about 7 years I have worked as babysitter for nearby neighbors, day-camp and daycares. My latest experience has been at a day care, caring for children 1 years old. My...
Lauren H.
Mamaroneck, NY
$35-60/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello my name is Lauren H. I am a recent graduate of Bryn Mawr College with a degree in International studies based in Mamaroneck, New York. I have experience tutoring in SAT Reading and Writing, ACT English and Reading, AP Literature, AP Language, and college essays. I am available for both remote and in-person tutoring.
5.0
"Lauren is such a gem. She was thoughtful and patience when it came to tutoring my son in English. My son loves her as well and has significantly improved since his tutoring sessions with Lauren. I highly...
Reviewed by Brittany A.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Purchase, NY
Jenifer L.
5.0
I liked the care and the attention she pays attention to the children. She always makes sure they are well taken care of, and always try to keep them entertained and busy. I can’t ask for a better nanny, she is truly genuine and patient.
- Care member
Christine G.
5.0
Christine babysat our kids for a year, 4days/week- driving our 2 boys from school to activities & playgrounds, engaging them in crafts, board games, and reading. She also helped care for our newborn- helping to keep her on a napping and feeding schedule so that I could run errands (or nap!)....
- Laura Z.
Kristen S.
5.0
My daughter likes getting good grades and dislikes getting incorrect answers, which makes her a crier when it's not perfect ... with this being said, Kristen has the complete patience with my daughter, guides her through and helps her a lot to get her calm.
She is very understanding, cares a...
- Nanette L.
Adonis S.
5.0
We interviewed Adonis for a tutoring position for our son. Ultimately we did not need to fill the position after all, but if we had we were definitely going to hire Adonis. He was responsive, warm and clearly knowledgeable, and we were impressed by him.
- Michelle G.
Charisse J.
5.0
Charisse worked with our family for an extended period of time between au pairs. I would highly recommend her to any family that needs help after school including homework, getting to activities and with the workday evening routine. Of course, also for any occasional babysitting need.
She truly...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Purchase, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Purchase, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Purchase, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $55.00 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 Purchase, NY?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Purchase, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Purchase 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 Purchase that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Purchase, NY?
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 Purchase 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 Purchase, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Purchase, NY, 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 Purchase, NY 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.