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Jennifer P.

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Jen and I am 28 years old living in Downtown Jersey City. I graduated college in 2015 with a degree in Early Childhood Education and with a minor in reading. I currently have 3 years of experience being a full time teacher under my belt. I have taught both 1st and 3rd grade, along with having numerous...

Adam D. says "Jennifer has experience as a teacher of young children and it shows. She is so great with kids and has the added benefit of being a great tutor! Always on...

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Noel C.

Elementary School Tutor

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
2 years experience
I have tutored several kids in elementary and high school with homework assistance in Mathematics and English. I have provided hands-on learning to help enhance the student's learning abilities and assessed individual needs to develop a study plan.

Lori M. says "Noel has been so helpful tutoring my son in 9th grade. Noel keeps my son on task, helps him study for upcoming tests and for upcoming homework assignments....

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Rachel L.

Loving, Caring NYC Babysitter / Nanny

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Rachel! I am a Pace University alumni and currently studying to go to nursing school. I have experience caring for all ages (newborns and up). I have been babysitting for 10+ years & have many younger cousins who I've looked after since they were infants. I have experience changing diapers, bottle feeding, light...

Shana C. says "Rachel has been babysitting for our family for many years. She is kind, reliable and honest. Her sweet disposition and love for children was always evident...

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Shaiza M.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, I am a multilingual graduate from NYU in media and business finance. Learning various languages gave me the opportunity to encounter the challenges that many students face while learning. In return, it has lead me to be more understanding and open to my students needs while teaching me how to go about overcoming such...

Care Member says "Shaiza is a beyond amazing tutor! My 2yr old son was a little behind with word count and speaking in general. She was loving, patient, thoughtful when...

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My S.

Date Nights And Short-notice Care! **Available On NYE**

Long Island City, NY

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Growing up in a big family taught me how much I love kids and while I'm not ready for my own, I love babysitting. My experiences are diverse but have one thing in common - a wonderful experience for everyone involved. Whether your kids enjoy writing & reading, physical activity such as soccer, ballet or martial arts - all of...

Antti S. says "My is highly dependable, knowledgeable, resourceful and yet fun and engaging babysitter. She has watched our boys, now 8 and 12, over the years since they...

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Maria B.

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I am an educator, first and foremost. I'm a former Montessori school teacher with a passion for teaching toddlers to read. As a caregiver, I always take a learning-centric approach. I have had the honor of working with children in different capacities from ages 6 months to 12 years over the course of my 10-year childcare career.

Pamela M. says "Maria looked after my kids during pandemic homeschooling. She is kind, gentle, playful and very respectful of a family's needs. My kids absolutely loved...

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Haysell O.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Grocery shopping
*Please read my "About Me" and reviews before considering me, thank you. My mother was a teacher, so it has always been a personal fulfillment to share my time, care and my joy of life with children as well as being a part of their learning and growing experience. I have nannied for wonderful families in New York for the last...

Care Member says "Haysell was the first babysitter we hired since having son and she was wonderful. Our son was smiling and laughing with her from the minute she entered...

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Zaneb M.

Tutor

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Former educator with a passion for all things learning! I taught 6th and 7th grade English/language arts/Writing for 5 years and loved every moment of it. I now tutor K-12 full time remotely and in person (nyc).

Omaima A. says "Zaneb is extremely diligent and professional. She's very knowledgeable about the subject and I have already seen an improvement in my child's reading and...

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Anna P.

Russian Babysitter Available. 6 Years Of Experience Working With Children (age 3-9).

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, Are you still looking for a babysitter? I would love the opportunity to help! I have over six years of experience working with children aged 3 to 9 and a genuine passion for nurturing their growth and development. I enjoy fostering creativity and building strong, positive connections with those I care for. I'm...

Natalia G. says "Anna who worked as a babysitter for my 9 year old son for more than a year. I wish she could be with us longer but my son's school was over and we had to...

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Eileen H.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'm a caring, energetic nanny and preschool teacher with over 15 years of experience supporting children of all ages. I love helping kids explore, learn, and grow through play, creativity, and everyday routines. Being a mother of two grown boys has given me insight, patience, and flexibility in caring for children. I'm...

Connie N. says "Eileen has a real gift for handling children. She is a creative, kind yet firm disciplinarian caretaker. My kids love her so much that every night they...

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Yejide B.

Child Care That Makes A Difference!

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hey there, I'm Yejide! I've spent more than a decade embracing the wonderful chaos and pure joy that comes with caring for children from their first breath to their twelfth birthday. There's nothing quite like the thrill I get from their infectious laughter and innocent curiosity - it's the highlight of my day, every day. These...

Kim P. says "Yejide is a phenomenal care-taker! Her compassion for not only our children but for us as parents was a special and rare touch. She is trust-worthy,...

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Laura A.

Dream Developer. Barrier Breaker.

North Bergen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$75/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With a Masters degree and 20+ years of classroom and private tutoring experience, I never get tired of seeing students grow and develop in ways they thought were impossible. I set the bar high but with hard work, laughter, and a lot of smiles, I have the honor to see students develop and learn in a variety of subjects both...

Lukasz L. says "Creativity with kids! Helping them fulfill their unique potential. Tailor program to them. Use arts and fun and make learning across the curriculum."

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David G.

Dedicated Math Tutor And Mentor

Jersey City, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$75/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have a Bachelor's in Mathematics and I am studying at Stevens Institute of Technology to attain a PhD in mathematics where I've worked as a Teacher Assistant. I have extensive experience in both teaching and tutoring students from middle school to college level. I have taught Algebra 1 and Calculus through the Proyecto Science...

Tomas V. says "David has a extensive knowledge of math. He had been tutoring my son on calculus. He has patience and outstanding skills to teach and explain...

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Hannah G.

Certified Teacher/ Tutor

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified K-6 educator! I have extensive experience with remote learning, and creating an effective education online. With my help your child will stay on track this school year despite these tumultuous times. I can help your child with Common Core mathematics, or help with growing their reading level! Online learning can...

Fardina M. says "Hannah is simply great! she is currently working with my 9 year old son and things are going great!"

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Nissiya A.

My Name Is Nissiya And I'm A Medical Student. Im Excited To Learn More About Your Childcare Needs

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Nissiya A. and I'm a 4th year CPR-trained medical student looking to babysit in Manhattan (UES). I have 5+ years of childcare experience including for children with ADHD. I enjoy teaching and have experience as a Kumon math & reading instructor for 1st-5th grade. A few fun facts about me are that I conduct...

Care Member says "Nissiya was extremely respectful of where we lived. She was polite, responsive, and punctual. While we do allow the use of electronics Nissiya was...

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Karina O.

Full-Time Nanny Available

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am 24 -old Hispanic decent, energetic, loving and very responsible nanny. As a woman and sister and aunt , I understand very well the meaning of having someone who you can trust, who will love your children and care for them as their own. I have a complete respect for a parent wishes and commands as far as the way you as a...

Susan B. says "Jennifer has been with us for about 2 years and is nothing short of wonderful. She treats my children like they're her own, is truly loving and caring,...

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Melanie O.

Here For You And The Children!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I am 29 years old, I have been babysitting on and off since I was 13, as well a summer camp instructor. I love creating fun yet safe environments for children. Great with homework and reading, I have a background in yoga and arts! I have worked with children of all ages and have a very open schedule. Great with pets. I live...

James S. says "Melanie is awesome. She bonded with both of our kids (1yo and 3yo) in such a special and playful way they not only enjoyed her very visit but also followed...

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Ava B.

Language, English, Math Specialist

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello all, This is a very brief overview of my credentials however, please feel free to reach out and I will gladly send you over a detailed resume. I am heavily immersed in academics. Currently I am pursuing a degree in Economics at Georgetown University. As stated in my bio, I am trilingual. I currently work as an English...
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Karsen O.

Study Strategies, Tutoring, Guidance, And A Friend

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Hi, My name is Karsen and I am 19 years old from Hawaii, and I am a sophomore at IUB. I am majoring in hospitality/tourism and Pre-Nursing. I have four years of tutoring experience through the club Kids Helping Kids which I ran single handedly for two years at my local homeless shelter. I tutored 5 to 10 kids which would...

Kelley H. says "She is amazing and have really enjoyed her hard work"

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Lisette C.

Babysitter Available

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello , My name is Lisette. I am 26 years old and a college graduate from Rutgers University with a degree in Exercise Science and minor in psychology . I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old . I have been employed as a substitute teacher for different grade levels varying from elementary, special needs, and high...

Jeannie N. says "Lisette is not only punctual, respectful, caring, bright and creative, but she is loved by our little girl and by us. We highly recommend her."

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.37/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Ridgewood, NY

Reading Tutors in Ridgewood, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Jennifer P.

Jennifer has experience as a teacher of young children and it shows. She is so great with kids and has the added benefit of being a great...

- Adam D.

Noel C.

Noel has been so helpful tutoring my son in 9th grade. Noel keeps my son on task, helps him study for upcoming tests and for upcoming...

- Lori M.

Rachel L.

Rachel has been babysitting for our family for many years. She is kind, reliable and honest. Her sweet disposition and love for children was...

- Shana C.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Ridgewood, NY

Hiring a local reading tutor in Ridgewood, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $21.37 per hour as of November 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 19 reading tutors in Ridgewood, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood, 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.

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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