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Pam G.

Tutor All Elementary Grade Subjects

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
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$49/hr
10 years experience
I have over 18+ years teaching experience . I taught grades 2nd - 6th grade for LAUSD and am very familiar with the curriculum. I also have many years experience tutoring 1:1 after school. I am a CA Credentialed teacher with a Life Credential. I have a love of learning & want to impart that love of learning to all children. I...

Care Member says "Pam tutored my child and did a great job! My child improved a great deal and Pam was very nurturing and gentle with her approach. I highly recommend...

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Christina C.

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(0)
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$45/hr
6 years experience
Hello my name is Christina, I am living in Santa Monica and enjoy walking to the beach, reading a good book on my patio and baking sweets! I graduated from San Diego State University in May 2019. I have used care. com on and off for 10 years doing a variety of jobs from tutoring, nannying, and home cleaning! I have been tutoring...
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Danielle L.

Graduate Student With Child Development And Teacher's Assistant Experience

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi, My name is Danielle! I recently received my Masters degree from ASU in Speech-Language Pathology. I graduated from Texas Christian University in May 2018 where I received my Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology with minors in both Child Development and General Business. I have extensive experience babysitting and...
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Eva B.

Santa Monica, CA

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$15/hr
As a kid with a lot of energy, learning was never easy for me. I am a very visual learner and hands-on. For me, creativity in the education space is key! My mom had to pull together all of the tricks to help me with my homework. I do not have any experience tutoring. However, I myself was tutored all throughout middle school,...
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Ebele C.

Fun And Engaging Tutor Available

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I have a Bachelors Degree in English and Philosophy as well as a TESOL certificate. Upon graduation, I became an Americorp Volunteer, tutoring and mentoring children from the ages of 11-17. In College, I was a Summer Camp Counselor who tutored and mentored elementary/high school children in between summers. I currently teach...
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Terry M.

Patient, Experienced Tutor For Those Who Need That Extra Push!

Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
As a tutor, communication and personalization are key. In helping students become well-rounded, identifying blind spots is just as important as highlighting their strengths. I began tutoring in middle school, helping friends. By highschool, I essentially had my own tutoring business assisting with everything from learning...
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Sabrina L.

Part Time Tutor/homework Helper

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hi, throughout my several years of babysitting a common task I was asked to do was help out with homework. I've become very patient and helpful when it comes to helping children to thrive in school and help them learn. I can help with homework and tutoring from elementary, middle, and high school levels, since I am a Senior in...
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Hannah T.

Love To Teach, Love To Laugh

Santa Monica, CA

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$40/hr
7 years experience
I have years of experience teaching all ages, from elementary school students through graduate school peers. Teaching brings me joy. I am swift and flexible to adapt to each person's learning style, since acquiring knowledge is a process that requires practice. perform best when I are engaged instead of solely focused on...
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Virginia B.

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Virginia. I am a mom to a pre-teen, a teenage daughter, and a dog. I earned a BA in Psychology, with a minor in Spanish in 2005, from CSUDH. I currently work part time with the Santa Monica Malibu School District as a Bilingual Instructional Assistant (TA) at Edison Language Academy. I also have a long history...
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Heidi M.

Lessons And Tutoring With An Ivy League Grad, Published Author, And Mother Of 3

Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I've assisted K-12 students in all subjects and professional adults in a range of writing tasks. I've coached students and older professionals with college applications and essays. I'm naturally helpful, its what I do best. Bonuses: flexible schedule, great listener, able to distill and communicate information...
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Armita A.

Math ,English, Science And Art Tutor

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I have Some experience in tutoring Math, Science, English, and Art. I know Algebra, Geometry, and simple math. I know two languages! I speak Farsi and English. I like to make learning fun because I believe education is important because it allows everyone to expand their mind and grow. I'm passionate about helping others...
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Marisa D.

Professional Writer / Poet / Children's Book Author & Illustrator

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have taught art both privately and publicly, Hawaiian Hula Dance, English as a Second Language and Basic Yoga. My students include elementary school aged children and Preschoolers. I have my Certification in ESL and Business ESL. I'm patient, compassionate, and enjoy watching children express their thoughts in words and...
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Marisa D.

Nanny Educator, Babysitter, Loving, Patient, Fun, Reliable

Santa Monica, CA

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm passionate about caring for children and guiding their individual development. I started babysitting for neighborhood kids when I was 7 years old. While in graduate school in the San Francisco Bay Area, I was a live in Au Pair for a 2-year-old girl and her 4 years old brother. In Chicago I've been a Part Time Nanny to...

Lindsay M. says "Marisa was fantastic with my 6 year old and 8 year old sons! From the moment they met, Marisa engaged my sons in conversation and showed genuine...

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Judith N.

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Judy, and I have over 30 years of experience caring for children of all ages ranging from newborn - teen. I am awesome with all ages and have worked with families that have four and five children ranging from newborn - teen. I also have worked with families that just have one newborn. I am awesome with all ages...

Julia L. says "Finding Judy to help us with our newborn was one of the greatest gifts. Even though this was our second child, my husband and I learned still SO much about...

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Jennifer L.

Highly Experienced Infant

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Patient, compassionate, energetic nanny with 20+ years of experience caring for children ages newborn to young adult. Seeking a part-time position of 2-3 consecutive days & 12-20 hrs. per week. Highly skilled in all stages of childhood development covering: *Infant/newborn care: feeding, responsive, nurturing positive...

Emily B. says "Jennifer is a very thoughtful and thorough caregiver. She really engaged with our 6 and 9 year old. She did a great job in the month she help us. She...

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Pattra P.

Babysitter

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there, I'm Pattra or you can call me Amy. I'm originally Thai. I live in Santa Monica. I used to be an Au pair for about 2 years with 2 girls since 2020 in Long beach. Afterwards, I have been nannying for a lot of families and different ages of kids between 3months old to 12 years old. I often take care of multiple kids at...

Care Member says "We love Pattra, and our daughter loves her even more. Pattra has been with us since our daughter was four months old (14 months now) and we are so sad...

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Anne M.

Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'm a warm, experienced caregiver who blends fun, structure and mindfulness. I've cared for children of all ages, taught emotional regulation and mindfulness to elementary students and mentored at-risk youth. I'm also a tutor offering reading, writing, beginner Spanish and college essay coaching. My background in executive...
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Darcy V.

UCLA PhD Student Looking For Summer Childcare Jobs

Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Darcy! I am a public health PhD student at UCLA studying Epidemiology. I have childcare experience with children ranging from infant to 16 years old. Throughout high school, I volunteered as a tutor for elementary and middle school students and I am currently a teaching assistant for undergraduate biology courses...
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Isabel M.

Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! I'm izzy! I'm 23 years old and live in Santa Monica, on the brink of Brentwood! I have a passion for cooking and interior design. I have a reliable car and clean driving record. I am open to helping wherever I can weather that's pick up/ drop off, homework, pet care, cooking, errands, etc. Thanks for taking the...
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De Fracia E.

Credentialed Teacher/Tutor/Childcare Provider

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Aloha SoCal and my home base Santa Monica. I have recently returned from Seattle, Washington where I was a Nanny for a family in the great northwest for two wonderful years, as well as being a very enthusiastic and happy grandmother. In navigating and creating new employment opportunities. I am now researching caring for one...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.87/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 4.8

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Santa Monica, CA

Reading Tutors in Santa Monica, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Pam G.

Pam tutored my child and did a great job! My child improved a great deal and Pam was very nurturing and gentle with her approach. I highly...

- Care member

Marisa D.

Marisa was fantastic with my 6 year old and 8 year old sons! From the moment they met, Marisa engaged my sons in conversation and showed...

- Lindsay M.

Judith N.

Finding Judy to help us with our newborn was one of the greatest gifts. Even though this was our second child, my husband and I learned...

- Julia L.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Santa Monica, CA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Santa Monica, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $26.87 per hour as of June 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 23 reading tutors in Santa Monica, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Santa Monica 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 Monica 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 Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica, 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.

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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