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Deysi C.

Caring,dependable, And Experienced Tutor

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$40/hr
10 years experience
As a home-educator, I have taught all subjects ranging from Pre-K-9th grade. I've adapted curriculum's to fit the learning style of each student. I'm looking forward to sharing my experience and watching each student bloom in their education journey.
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Kelly F.

Teacher And Executive Function Coach Seeking Summer Tutoring Jobs!

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$50/hr
7 years experience
I am currently getting my Doctorate in Educational Innovation and Practice with a concentration in curriculum and instruction. I have a Master's degree in Elementary Education as well as a second Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, with a concentration. I am certified to teach all subjects in grades K-6. I also have my...
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Autumn H.

Occasional Date Night

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $30 hour and up Currently seeking : * Pet sitting in your home. * Occasional sitting weekend/overnights *Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.) My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o Promoted to Lead...

Adriana I. says "Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very...

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Janice B.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$28/hr
20 years experience
Craft assistance
I've dedicated over 30 years of my life to being a childcare provider because seeing children grow and learn is my passion. In addition to my extensive experience as a teacher, I also have eight grandchildren whom I share very special relationships with. As a certified teacher with early childhood development coursework, I'm...
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Malka S.

Attentive Loving And Joyful Caregiver

Union, NJ

4.8(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi parents! I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...

Care Member says "Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was...

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Frances L.

Full-Time Childcare

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello my name is Francis, and in addition to both pet and elder care, I am also very skilled in child care. For the last three years, I cared for a 5-year-old girl, bringing her to doctor's appointments, administering medication, transporting her back and forth to school, preparing meals, and caring for general well being. I...

Karen T. says "Frances is the most caring person I know. She came to work for us in late August when my Mom got out of the hospital. France's would make my Mom's meals,...

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Livia C.

Lovely And Hard work Person

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
My name is Livia. I'm 39 years old and have been working with children for 6+ years. Teaching and caring for children is my passion - it gives me the opportunity to work with kids and make a difference in their lives. My undergraduate degree is in Pedagogy. I worked in an International School in Brazil like a teacher for 6 years...

Care Member says "We feel so lucky to have had Livia as our nanny. She is so patience, and her warmth and genuine care for our kids were evident. Livia is not only...

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Kathy W.

Child Care

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have over 20 years of experience working with infants and children! I have a great passion for working with, and caring for them! They play a major part in my life! I have four children, which includes twins, and five grandhildren. Most of my free time is spent with them

Care Member says "I am a FTM. Kathy helped guide me on how to take care of my 4 month old while also caring for him during the summer. She is kind, caring, and knows her...

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Sammy D.

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hey my name is Samantha but you can also call me Sammy! From reading your requests I think I would be a marvelous fit as your childs babysitter! I have my own car and I'm familiar with the area so transportation would not be an issue. I attended Middlesex County college and ACI Medical and Dental school & am currently employeed...

Nathan L. says "Sammy has been wonderful with our 2 little ones. She's been flexible with our hectic schedule and we're so happy to have found her. Our children adore her...

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Coco B.

Homeschool Teacher/Tutor/Child Care Provider

Cranford, NJ

4.6(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi everyone! Teaching and caring for children is both my passion and my purpose. Working as an Elementary School Teacher for the past 7 years, plus over 10 years of childcare experience has opened my eyes and heart to children's needs-- academically, socially, and emotionally. I absolutely love what I do and wish to broaden...

Natali E. says "I feel incredibly lucky and happy to have met Coco. From the moment she stepped into my home, her consulting brought a sense of clarity and warmth that I...

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Mariana P.

Experienced And Compassionate Educator Offering Personalized Care And Learning Support

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a creative, caring, upbeat teacher. I graduated with a focus on children. I'm very passionate about my job. My favorite activities with kids are: reading, music, arts and crafts, and sports. I do tutoring as well.

Stephanie Z. says "I have seen first hand just how wonderful Mariana is with kids and know how passionate she is about teaching. Friendly demeanor and genuine personality...

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Jennifer W.

Reader Leader

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...

David M. says "JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed,...

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Shalayne V.

Sewaren, NJ

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello, My name is Shalayne. I am a 38-year-old woman who has been around kids for all of my life. Growing up with 4 younger siblings, I was pretty much my mother's helper with everything. I have been in the child care business for the better side of 20 years working with ages from infant to 20 years old. I was also a preschool...

Care Member says "Shalayne is a dedicated and a giving person with children. She goes above and beyond. She also has great communication with parents, which is very...

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Victoria C.

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Victoria! I am 26 years old and have been babysitting since I was 13. I have worked in daycare for two years and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with ages 3 mos. to 13 years and with up to four kids at a time. I believe a babysitter / nanny plays an important role in a child's life, I will always...

Sergio M. says "Victoria was incredible with our 5 month old boy! She was very attentive, read to him a lot, and was actively engaged with him. She can dive right in...

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Alison V.

Nanny

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
ABOUT ME: I AM FULLY VACCINATED. Criminal Background Check Available (From July 2021) I am a loving, patient, caring, attentive, and enthusiastic woman. I love arts and crafts, interactive play (both indoor/outdoor), reading books, etc. Please note that activities WILL VARY based on the developmental needs & age of the...

Melissa R. says "Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids...

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Brianna C.

Elementary Tutor, Specializing In Math, Science, Technology, And Engineering!

Millburn, NJ

5.0(1)
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$80/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been in education for 10 years, have been tutoring for just as long, and am currently a teacher. I have my Bachelor's Degree from The College in Elementary Education (K-6 all subjects) and iSTEM, with specializations in K-8 Science, Math, and K-12 Technology/Engineering. I have two Master's Degrees from College: one in...

Care Member says "Brianna was a tutor with our middle schooler this Spring. From the beginning, her professional and positive approach helped my son improve...

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Taryn L.

Stirling, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Taryn! I grew up in New Jersey and recently moved back from Maryland where I was working in a childcare center teacher preschool. I taught at this center for 7 years and worked with all ages ranging from infants to 5 years old. I love to read in my spare time and be outside as much as I can!

Care Member says "Taryn is AMAZING! She has cared for my two children many times. She is loving, patient, reliable, and trustworthy. Both my children are high energy,...

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Katie N.

Teacher/Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Summit, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 30-year-old female living and working in Brooklyn. For the past year, I was working at an after-school arts program. Currently I tutor children with special needs in one-to-one settings while I am finishing my masters. I would like to be a teacher/caregiver since I enjoy working with children in a...
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Andrea P.

Plainfield, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Andrea, I am married with two gown daughters, I live in Bedminister, I have worked at the North Plainfield board of Education for 7 years, as a Paraprofessional, and from there I worked at Sunshine Preschool as the Head Infant toddler teacher, I love children, and people, after I left the daycare, I have cared...

Kimberly M. says "Andrea was professional, attentive, and trustworthy. I felt that my girls were safe, which is the most important thing for me. My two year old has a...

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Iris M.

Great Babysitter Available For A Part-Time Or Full-Time Job.

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Iris. I'm 27 years old. I have a total of 5 years experience working as a nanny and babysitter. I am fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English. I was part of two choirs in Argentina and played classical and formal piano as well. I am extremely reliable, energetic, creative, loving, patient, healthy,...

Precious J. says "Iris was heaven sent. We were looking for someone to start ASAP and she was available. She was punctual and took genuine interest in my 2yr old child....

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $38.25/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ

Reading Tutors in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Autumn H.

Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She...

- Adriana I.

Malka S.

Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months...

- Care member

Frances L.

Frances is the most caring person I know. She came to work for us in late August when my Mom got out of the hospital. France's would make...

- Karen T.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Scotch Plains, NJ

Hiring a local reading tutor in Scotch Plains, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $38.25 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 4 reading tutors in Scotch Plains, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains, NJ, 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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