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60 reading tutors are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Santa Cruz, CA
Shauna G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$21-87/hr • 6 yrs exp
Clear Plans To Make Your Child's Reading And Writing Better
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I have 6 years of experience. I can help with English. I can tailor work unique to your precious child. Engaging! I have worked in kinder, first grade, and second grade, in addition to working with special needs kids. I am encouraging! I aim to inspire kids.
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I have been tutoring English Language Arts for 23 years, part-time. I have worked with students in small classes and individually. I have experience with a variety of curriculum and grade levels from 2nd grade to high school 12 grade. I have been working with home school charter schools in Monterey County and currently still...
5.0
"We could not have done our year of homeschooling without Lynette's expertise in language arts and social science. Not only did my boys survive the year, Lynette helped our learning pod thrive. Thanks to...
Reviewed by Layla F.
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I have experience tutoring language arts and math for elementary school age children. I also taught Spanish at an elementary school and am able to tutor Spanish.
Xiomara S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$26/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a former Nanny and Children's Ministry teacher looking to help families during this difficult covid season! I absolutely love working with children of any age and my experience in Children's ministry has given me the skills to work with children of all temperaments and personality types. I also am CPR certified!
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I am currently a fourth year computer science and computational math double major at UC Santa Cruz. I have always loved math and programming and I believe that anyone is capable of becoming a math wiz! I have volunteered at my local library to help elementary and middle school students with their homework as well as help the...
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With a BA in Education and a Master's in Public Policy, I bring over five years of impactful teaching experience across all educational levels, from kindergarten through college. My journey includes a special year focusing on special education, where I developed customized strategies to uplift each student. As a math tutor for...
Sydney F.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-60/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi All!
I thoroughly enjoy teaching and helping kids with schoolwork. The back and forth and the light-bulb moments when students see something they hadn't before is a such a great feeling. I have my degree in Child Development and have worked in classroom settings, one on one and in small groups.
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I am available to tutor students K-12 in all subjects. I am currently a substitute teacher throughout Santa Cruz County. I taught Language Arts/Social Studies as a long-term sub at Aptos Junior High School from April-June 2022, Science/Math as a long-term sub at Rolling Hills Middle School from September-December 2022, and 4th...
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I worked at the Big Oak Flat Groveland Unified School District as a one on one special education aide for nine years. I have tutored through the Santa Cruz ProLiteracy Volunteer Program in English for a year. I have helped friends' elementary and middle school age children with math and pre-algebra.
5.0
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If you are looking for a responsible, patient, playful, and experienced caregiver, then give me a call! I have extensive childcare and teaching experience. I love outdoor excursions and am very energetic, but also enjoy soft reading time, imaginative play, and crafts.
I have years of baby - toddler care experience, and have...
5.0
"Rena did an maxing job with our 3 kids. She was very engaged with the kids, including a lot of enrichment activities. Would hire her again in a heartbeat."
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5.0
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Hi! My name is Amber, and I am an experienced childcare provider open to regular date nights and occasional sitting for local families.
A little about me: while attending school I provided extensive childcare to multiple families, nannying 30+hrs/week during term and more through summers. My experience ranges from the early...
5.0
"Amber had such amazing energy amd my girls loved her. She jumped right in and it felt like she knew the kids. I was so impressed with her communication and timeliness I 100% recommend Amber to anyone looking...
Reviewed by Katie L.
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Hi! I am a loving bonus Mother of three kids ages 9, 7 and 6 and two dogs. I have over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages. I love interacting with children by taking them to local parks, weekly activities (i. e. music time or gym) as well as reading and doing various craft activities with them. I focus on...
5.0
"Chris helped us for a week during a stressful time when we were moving and was very helpful. She took great care of our 10 month old daughter. Our baby also loved spending time with her. Would not hesitate to...
Reviewed by Aswani K.
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I like working with kids because they amaze me with how smart they are! I was very nearly a preschool teacher and I absolutely love watching that age group figure out how things work and problem solve. Older kids are great to work with because they generally want to help out if there's younger kids and if not then we get to just...
5.0
"Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely hire her again if we come back :)"
Reviewed by Matilda W.
5.0
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Hi! I am a 21-year-old student attending The University of California, Santa Cruz. I am originally from Los Angeles where I have worked in childcare for over eight years. My mother is a preschool teacher, which means I have grown up surrounded by younger children and always had the opportunity to be a helping hand. Every summer...
5.0
"Channing helped with kids after school, driving them to activities, and playing. She was responsible, engaged, timely and lovely. "
Reviewed by Amy B.
Rebecca T.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm currently working at UC Santa Cruz at their child care, teaching 5-9 years old. I have worked with young children since 2013. I love to cook, read, and do art. I am very positive and respectful. I strive to help others and build a supportive community. When working in child care, I express great care and nurturing when it...
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Hi, my name is Bridget! I have been babysitting and teaching dance classes to kids ages 2-12 for about 7 years off and on. I love doing fun activities like arts and crafts, dancing, being outdoors, and reading with kids. I can help with homework, housework, and rides/carpooling. I recently graduated from CSUMB with a BS. in...
Joy O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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My name is Joy and I'm finishing up school at UC Santa Cruz. I plan on being an elementary school teacher after graduation, and I have five years of experience working with children! I babysat for my neighbors while in high school, and afterwards I took a gap year working in a fourth grade classroom in Philadelphia...
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Hello parents my names Cassie! I am a 23-year-old experienced nanny. I love all things outdoors, arts, music, and reading. I have done child care for about 5 years. I have loads of experience working with children from the ages 3 and up. I have worked at daycares, teaching kids how to snowboard, tutoring and co-teaching...
Lily N.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello there! My name is Lily, and I'm delighted to introduce myself as a devoted caregiver who is passionate about education. With three years of invaluable experience as a Paraeducator at Pacific Union Elementary in Arcata and Westlake Elementary in Santa Cruz, along with my long-standing involvement at the Discovery Museum Pal...
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Hello families. My name is Elora. I am looking for families who need occasional help (date nights/occasional help in the mornings)!
I have 3 years of experience with children from 6 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with caring for multiple children. I also have experience with tutoring. I have 5 years of...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Santa Cruz, CA
Lynnette W.
5.0
We could not have done our year of homeschooling without Lynette's expertise in language arts and social science. Not only did my boys survive the year, Lynette helped our learning pod thrive. Thanks to Lynette, we had a successful year of learning and growth. I highly recommend Lynette's teaching...
- Layla F.
Rena D.
5.0
Rena did an maxing job with our 3 kids. She was very engaged with the kids, including a lot of enrichment activities. Would hire her again in a heartbeat.
- Care member
Amber C C.
5.0
Amber had such amazing energy amd my girls loved her. She jumped right in and it felt like she knew the kids. I was so impressed with her communication and timeliness I 100% recommend Amber to anyone looking for care.
- Katie L.
Chris F.
5.0
We highly recommend Chris as a nanny. Chris is a wonderful nanny and wonderful person! We were lucky enough to have Chris for a full time temporary contract of 1.5 months to take care of our 8 month old son. We did a trial day first, and we knew it was meant to be when our son went up to her and...
- Linas B.
Emily K.
5.0
Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely hire her again if we come back :)
- Matilda W.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Santa Cruz, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $23.53 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
Care.com currently has 38 reading tutors in Santa Cruz, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Santa Cruz, CA?
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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Santa Cruz, CA, 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 Santa Cruz, CA 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.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.