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Alexa I.

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Buda, TX

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Hello families! I am 24 years old and I love learning new things, taking on new challenges and most of all working with children. I've always loved being around children and caring for them since a very young age. I have experience with infants, toddlers and school aged children. I have been a nanny to a few families and babysat...

Laura C. says "Alexa was my nanny for close to a year. She was absolutely wonderful with my daughter and always made sure she was entertained, while also safe. She...

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Dawn T.

Dawn's Child Care

New Braunfels, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I cannot imagine a life behind a desk, in a cubicle, or in front of a computer. That is why I wipe noses, apply Bandaids, carpool, read children's books, cook spaghetti and keep the house in order. This is where I choose to spend my working hours. Sure, there are going to be days when the kids are grumpy, the parents may be...

Shari H. says "Dawn was always very sweet, reliable and trustworthy. We loved her working with our family. We miss her tremendously!"

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Miriam G.

I Have10+ Experience With Kids

Kyle, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello! I am Miriam and I have 20 years of experience. Kids are my passion and I love caring for and educating them. I do not speak English fluently, I can understand and communicate. With my previous experience I have taught Spanish as a second language. I have cared for children from ages 0-7. I do not smoke, drink and like to...

Julia W. says "Mimi has decades of experience taking care of kids. She surpasses all of the basics: trustworthy, reliable, always punctual, keeps open lines of...

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Shelby H.

Nanny With Lots Of Love

New Braunfels, TX

3.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I am the oldest of four children. I have spent my life helping raise my sisters, and they are a huge part of my life. I have been the director and coach of a gymnastics program here in new braunfels for 3 years, and a coach for the past 10 years. I have also worked as a middle school summer program teacher, high school English...
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Shellie S.

Loving and Dependable Nanny for Hire

Kyle, TX

4.3(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I have been a professional nanny for the past 16 years but have a life time of child care experience. I really enjoy the babies and being able to teach them and watch them grow. My daily routine consists of keeping a daily log for the parents, reading books, floor time, limited sign language, singing, and constantly talking to...

Laura W. says "Shellie started working with us when our baby was 4 months old. She is experienced, punctual, professional, and very organized. I was really nervous when...

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Sarah H.

Kyle, TX

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Sarah, I'm married and I'm a mother of two school aged children. I have been helping care for other children for 17+years and I absolutely love what I do! The last 2yrs I worked in early childhood development as a para professional for our elementary preschool program. Due to our move back home to be closer to family,...

David K. says "I wish Sarah was living where we were moving. We've had a few nannies since her, and none of them do as well. She is a self-starter, and does what needs...

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Summer T.

Summer time fun!

New Braunfels, TX

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been working with young children of varying ability levels since I was 13 years old. I have taught in a preschool setting with 2-year-old children for 4 years. I was a nanny for 5 years. I have run an equestrian program for special needs children for 10 years. My favorite place to be is sitting on the floor singing or...
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Amanda D.

Elementary Education Graduate Student

Buda, TX

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a 1st grade teacher in the Austin area. I have been teaching kinder/1st for 10 years. I have 3 nieces, all of whom I have babysat/cared for since they were infants. I babysit for several of their friend's families as well, with children from 3 months-8 years old. I am energetic, enthusiastic, passionate, patient, and...
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Grace B.

Grandma Grace

New Braunfels, TX

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
Raised three wonderful kids, ready to be a grandma! Was a foster mom and then adopted. I'd describe my personality as happy, friendly, outgoing. I like working with kids because they are so cute. They're the next generation, they are our future. I'm looking for a job that allows me to care for a baby. I started working with...
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Glendy S.

Part-time Tutor

Kyle, TX

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$10/hr
I have 3 younger siblings whom I've tutored before. I was a volunteer tutor throughout high school. I also created a program in my church for children to receive help on homework or other school assignments.
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Marquenes L.

Hello, Families! I Would Love To Be Your Second Hand! I Have Experience With Kids All Ages.

New Braunfels, TX

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I'd describe my personally kind, patient and loving. I love working with kids because they are funny, cute and I enjoy being around them! And what I love about kids is because they are honest and pure heart! I'm looking for a job that I help the parents and make they day easy and also they have someone that they can trust...
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Shelby H.

Tumbling/Cheer Coach

New Braunfels, TX

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have taught tumbling since I was 15. I helped out with the local youth group cheer squads and taught summer camps, doing all the choreography for two years. Last summer, I was a cheer staff member for a cheerleading association. I was captain of my high school cheer team. I have always loved cheer. I also do reading tutoring....
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Janet Chávez P.

I Love Taking Care Of Children I Love My Job

Kyle, TX

from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
My name is Janet Chávez, I have over 5 years of experience in child care including working in a school for 4 years as a Spanish teacher. I work with kids from 3 months and up. I enjoy doing fun activities, going on walks, reading, and teaching new things to kids. I am a mom to 16-month-old, an 8-year-old and a 16-year-old.
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Janie R.

Kyle, TX

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I graduated from Baylor University in 2016. I received a B. S. in Biology with a minor in Chemistry and have taught high school level Biology, AP Physics, Physics, IPC, and Astronomy over the course of six years. I have both babysat and tutored since my freshman year of high school. I have also worked as a tutor at several...
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Abigail W.

Buda, TX

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
Howdy! :) I'm new to the Austin area because in March I married my best friend and moved here from Arizona. I'm looking for a steady full time job caring for children. I come from a large family and absolutely love kids. I am confident that I can provide a safe, loving, and fun environment and take childcare very seriously. I...
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Erin G.

Buda, TX

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Erin! I'm a teacher-turned-career nanny, born and raised in Austin. I've worked with children from 3 months to 13 years old, and I bring a balance of warmth and structure to the families I support. My background includes teaching science, math, and reading to students with learning differences, and I love weaving...
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James R.

Kyle, TX

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$17/hr
My strongest subjects would be any science subjects or math. I do not have professional experience teaching in any capacity but I have received a Bachelors degree in Biology from Texas A&M University. I also have had plenty of unofficial tutoring of my classmates at every level of education. I have worked with different...
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Alyssa M.

New Braunfels, TX

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$18/hr
7 years experience
After seven wonderful years in the classroom, I am excited to bring my passion for child development and education into a more personalized, home-based setting as a nanny. I believe in making every day an opportunity for fun and learning, whether through creative projects, outdoor exploration, or reading. I am experienced in...
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Jessica C.

Buda, TX

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as adaptable, calm, and compassionate. I like working with kids because I want to have a positive impact on their lives, they are our future. I would like to build strong relationships with opportunities to learn from each other. I like to have fun being part of a kid's world. I'm looking for a job...
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Zoe K.

Wimberley, TX

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$19/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as upbeat, optimistic and responsible. I like working with kids because they are the future! I'm looking for a job that works for both of us. I want us to be a good fit. I started working with kids when I was 13 or 14 babysitting in North atx. In my spare time, I like to make art, read, and be...
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  • 51 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.35/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in San Marcos, TX

Reading Tutors in San Marcos, TX are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 51 listed reading tutors

Alexa I.

Alexa was my nanny for close to a year. She was absolutely wonderful with my daughter and always made sure she was entertained, while also...

- Laura C.

Dawn T.

Dawn was always very sweet, reliable and trustworthy. We loved her working with our family. We miss her tremendously!

- Shari H.

Miriam G.

Mimi has decades of experience taking care of kids. She surpasses all of the basics: trustworthy, reliable, always punctual, keeps open...

- Julia W.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in San Marcos, TX

Hiring a local reading tutor in San Marcos, TX on Care.com will cost an average of $20.35 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 17 reading tutors in San Marcos, TX. You can search for candidates by their distance from San Marcos 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 San Marcos 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 San Marcos 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 San Marcos, TX, 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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