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60 reading tutors are listed in Santa Monica, CA
The average rate is $27/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Santa Monica, CA
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I'd describe my personality as warm, nurturing, trustworthy
I like working with kids because I love their energy and spirit. I love teaching children and love what they teach me.
I am open to a job that is either full time or flexible. I am interested in working with children from the ages of 0-15.
I started working with...
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Hi there, I'm Pattra. I live in Santa Monica now. I'm originally Thai.
I used to be an Au pair for about 2 years with 2 girls. I was babysit a baby girl for the last year as well since she was 4months old for about a year until her and family moved out of town. My last working with 2kids (17months and 4)
My responsibilities...
5.0
"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 that we have to let her go because we are moving out of...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(3)
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Hi! I'm an experienced and enthusiastic nanny available for babysitting. With 16 years of experience, I am fulfilled by supporting children in reaching their full potential as they blossom into each new phase of growth. I love to read with kids, run around outside, hike, play games, and lead creative and fun activities. I'm...
5.0
"Jessie was incredible and our daughter adored her. thank you, Jessie!"
Reviewed by Kathryn B.
5.0
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*I am currently available as an occasional afternoon/evening and weekend sitter.*
Hello! I have watched and cared for children for essentially my whole life, whether it was my own siblings, neighborhood children or families from church. While in college, I cared for children of many different families in my neighborhood, as...
5.0
"Shannon is incredible with our four year old. He had a blast with her and always asks when she is coming back to play. She was perfectly on time, dependable, and very kind. We would definitely have her back."
Reviewed by Allyson W.
Emma C.
Los Angeles, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Trustworthy Professional Nanny - 10 Years Of Experience :)
5.0
(3)
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I've been working in childcare for 10 years. I have experience with all ages, from newborns to teens. Some of the things I enjoy are cooking, music, and hiking. I am comfortable with date nights, light house keeping, cooking and tutoring if needed. I also have my own car, a safe SUV. I grew up in Sweden and I speak several...
5.0
"I give Emma 100 stars. I can't say enough about Emma and her impact to our family. Emma is truly a family member and will always be in our hearts. She is very professional, goodhearted, and fun! She had great...
Reviewed by Jenny K.
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I'm Emily! I love kids, and come from 10+ years of working with multiple daycares, preschools and teaching theater, as well as being a private nanny for a handful of families. I have experience with infants to 12 years old, and am very much a people person and tend to get along very well with children. I am mostly self...
Lisa R.
Los Angeles, CA
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking For Part Or Full Time Position.
4.6
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Working with children is my passion. Most of my happiest moments include children. I have enjoyed working as a nanny for seven families. This includes newborns, infants, toddler twins and premature twins! I have also worked as an Art teacher for children who have Autism. I have experience working in a preschool and as a...
5.0
"Lisa looked after our 3 year old daughter on a temporary basis after we relocated from abroad. She was so great with our daughter and immediately helped our daughter feel safe and engaged. Our daughter looked...
Reviewed by Eileen W.
5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Jacqueline, and I have extensive experience caregiving. My paid experience is mainly with 4-10-year-olds; but, since infancy, I have taken care of my 2 nephews who are now almost 3 years old, and have cared for children up to the age of 12. Most prominently, I nannied for a family with an 8 y. o. girl for about...
5.0
"We've known and worked with Jacqueline for 5+ years -- she possesses EVERY quality you could possibly want in your sitter/nanny! She is warm, caring, exceptionally bright, responsible, dependable, trustworthy,...
Reviewed by Leslie F.
5.0
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Self-motivated and highly reliable University of Southern California graduate with strong communication, presentation, organizational, customer service, and computer skills. Positioned to contribute strongly to a developing education that demands enthusiasm, creativity, tenacity, and an exemplary work ethic. Able to leverage the...
5.0
"We hired Taylor to work with our 16 yo nephew who has been struggling with distance learning. Originally, we hired her just to get him organized so he could pass the quarter. But it turns out she is also great...
Reviewed by Cynthi F.
5.0
(3)
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I love to take care of children, I miss those days when my own kids were little. I have two boys and three girls but they are all grown up now. That's why I love to work as a Nanny! I took care of a 2-month-old baby until she was 3 years old. I taught her how to sing and recite nursery songs and rhymes, taught her to read and...
5.0
"Helene is simply the BEST! From day one, the care and love she has provided for our son and family as a whole has been outstanding. We are so grateful for her, and we couldn’t ask for a better caregiver. The...
Reviewed by Care member
Tessa F.
Beverly Hills, CA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hi, my name is Tessa. I have been babysitting, pet sitting and house sitting since high school! I love to play games, be active outside, make arts and crafts, watch movies, read books, help with homework and be creative. I have sat for infants, toddlers, young kids and teens. I've also supervised groups of 8+ children during...
5.0
"Tessa is the most reliable person I've hired. She really makes you feel like you can trust her wholeheartedly, which is so important! I would recommend her to anyone, and have to my friends and family, all of...
Reviewed by Michelle L.
Ghada T.
Los Angeles, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
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Hello, my name is Ghada and I'm 27 years old. I babysat before and I have always been known to be great with kids. I have a younger brother and sister that I always used to care for when they were younger. I have a Bachelors Degree in Accounting and a Masters Degree in Business Analytics. I have studied child development in my...
5.0
"She was phenomenal. My kids are 11, 9 and 9. I was traveling for work and took the kids along to LA. I needed someone to watch them for a long day of meetings while I'd be out, and to help for several hours...
Reviewed by Ashish G.
Sydney R.
Pacific Palisades, CA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced And Professional Tutor With Bachelor's Degree From USC (Cum Laude)
5.0
(1)
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I've babysat and tutored children for years! Throughout my time at school, I always received exceptional grades. I graduated Cum Laude from USC with a Major in Cinema Studies and a Minor in Screenwriting. I know how to get kids to focus and zone in on their work, but I also know how important it is to be patient and kind....
5.0
"Sydney helped me rewrite my resume and I got a job shortly after. She's the best"
Reviewed by Lauren G.
Anastasia P.
Los Angeles, CA
$25-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
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Passionate about caring for the needs of children while keeping the environment fun and creative. My goal while caring for children is to keep them safe, happy, active and learning. I love arts&crafts, outside time and creating snacks. For infants and toddlers I enjoy keeping learning fun with lots of songs, games, reading and...
5.0
"I cannot praise Anastasia enough. She is an unbelievably kind, warm, thoughtful and highly responsible young woman. I have trusted our home, pets and my two children with her countless times, and she continues...
Reviewed by Sonya H.
5.0
(1)
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Hi there! My name is Frances and I am a recent college graduate pursuing my love for childcare and education! I have worked as a nanny, tutor, and camp counselor intermittently over the course of 8 years. I have worked on an ongoing basis with multiple families over years and feel that I have developed the tools to adapt to...
5.0
"Frances is the best. Calm, collected, kind, and fun. My 5 year old son absolutely loves her. We trust her implicitly."
Reviewed by Care member
Beatrice R.
Los Angeles, CA
$55-65/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient French, Italian, History And Homework Help Tutor
5.0
(1)
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Hello, I have been tutoring French and Italian for 22+ years in North county San Diego and Pacific Palisades/B. H/Brentwood areas. I also developed art and crafts classes for younger students because it is more fun to learn while developing fine motor skills and being creative.
5.0
(2)
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Hi there! I'm a non-smoker, pet-friendly, dependable, COVID vaccinated, and caring 31yo.
Valued by client families for warmth, dedication, and excellent judgment.
I've been working as an FT nanny for the past 12 years with ages ranging from newborn to teenagers and babysitting on the side since I was 13yo.
I live in Palms and...
5.0
"Paulette was a wonderful nanny for my two children - age 5 and age 2 - for 3 years. She gained experience caring for infant through age 5 with my family. I completely trusted Paulette with my children during...
Reviewed by Kimmi G.
4.6
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Hi! My name is Luba and I've been babysitting for over 10 years. I was a summer art teacher for many years for 5th graders. I have nannied for over 10 families. In my free time, I love to hike with my dog, do yoga, travel, and read. My starting rate is $30 an hour for one child. Please message me if you're looking for help and...
5.0
"My kids love it when Luba comes to watch them!
I have a 4 year old and a 6 year old and she manages to juggle them both in a way that they all have fun!
She also helps pick up my eldest from school and take...
Reviewed by Julia N.
5.0
(1)
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I have been a private tutor since freshman year of high school. I started out tutoring family friends in K-8 subjects as a volunteer. As I gained more experience, I placed advertisements to get paid tutoring. I tutor mostly all K-12 subjects and biology and science are my best subjects.
Irene G.
Los Angeles, CA
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Irene. I am currently ONLY LOOKING for WEEKEND/OCCASIONAL babysitting. I have over 15 years of previous nanny/babysitting experience, CPR certified, clean driving record, and LOVE being active! My past duties have included; play dates, carpooling, meal prepping, and light household chores/errands. On my free...
5.0
"Irene looked after our infant son from the time he was four months until nine months old. Since day 1, she has always been energetic, dependable and an incredible help. We are so pleased to see the way our son...
Reviewed by Giuseppina C.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Santa Monica, CA
Pattra P.
5.0
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 that we have to let her go because we are moving out of town. I ugly cried multiple times thinking about having to take my baby away from her best...
- Care member
Jessie R.
5.0
I hired Jessie for an evening job and she was really great with my seven-year-old daughter and my daughter's friend. She arrived on time; fully engaged them with games, books, and play; and gently but firmly directed them to clean up after themselves. Everything was calm and clean when I returned....
- Leta S.
Shannon L.
5.0
Shannon is incredible with our four year old. He had a blast with her and always asks when she is coming back to play. She was perfectly on time, dependable, and very kind. We would definitely have her back.
- Allyson W.
Emma C.
5.0
I give Emma 100 stars. I can't say enough about Emma and her impact to our family. Emma is truly a family member and will always be in our hearts. She is very professional, goodhearted, and fun! She had great values and super smart. She is always thinking about new ways to grow our daughter - which...
- Jenny K.
Lisa R.
5.0
Lisa has been taking care of our 15-month-old girl since March, and is such a wonderful addition to our family! She made instant friends with our daughter and came prepared Day 1 with arts and crafts projects and her own bag of toys, which has already accelerated our daughter's development of her...
- Miriam W.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Santa Monica, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Santa Monica, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Santa Monica, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $27.50 per hour as of June 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 Monica, CA?
Care.com currently has 42 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.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Santa Monica, 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 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.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Santa Monica, CA?
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.
What types of reading tutors near me in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Santa Monica, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.