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Heidi K.

Reading Specialist/Language Arts And Math Tutor

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 35 years of teaching experience. I am a retired language arts teacher and reading specialist. I have taught elementary school language arts and math and middle school language arts. Please contact me to discuss how I can help your child improve in school.

Care Member says "Heidi helped my son immensely after he fell behind. She does a great job of breaking down complex subjects in a way he can understand and at his level....

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Alyssa T.

Middlesex, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi I'm Alyssa! I'm an outgoing person that loves kids! I'm great with children and pets all ages. I have special needs experience and am CPR certified for children and pets. I am looking for a position for date nights. I can do any weekday or weekend night. Or weekend day. I love being outside but also love to watch a great...

Care Member says "Alyssa is great, very reliable and someone I could depend on. Alyssa did it all, cooking, cleaning and worked on homework with the kids. Definitely...

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Coco B.

Cranford, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have been blessed with over 10 years of experience as a K-6 Elementary Classroom Teacher across a wide range of settings. Since transitioning from the classroom in 2020, I have had the incredible opportunity to work directly with families in their homes providing virtual learning support and fully customized homeschool...
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Keaira D.

Tutor And Sitter

Maplewood, NJ

4.0(0)
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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hey there! My name is Keaira, and I am a current Biology major attending St. John's University. I am a full-time Surgical Prosthodontist Assistant, and I am also a part time STEM tutor. I have experience in all aspects of the STEM field, and have experience in tutoring students between grades K-12.
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Stephanie R.

Reliable Tutor

Highland Park, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I began tutoring during college as a way to stay connected in the local community (and earn pocket cash). Since then, I've had the pleasure of working with families of different backgrounds and children with ranging levels of academic comfort. Teaching has become a passion of mine. Specific clients/experience includes: -3 ESL...
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Jasmine O.

Full / Part Time

Linden, NJ

4.3(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a full time, professional nanny with 6 years of experience. I started caring for a 6-month-old and I have experience with children up to 15 years old! I am very big on sensory play for the younger ages. Also, reading, singing, coloring, any fun learning activites to keep your child reaching milestones! For the older...

Stephanie H. says "I can't say enough good things! From the very first day Jasmine met our children, she connected with them, and quickly developed a reliable routine...

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Lorraine L.

English Teacher & Professional Tutor

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello. I am available for online tutoring or proofreading. I have years of experiencing teaching English and proofreading papers. I'm happy to help you with your English needs via online learning. Currently my students range from 6th & 7th graders to adults including business professionals who want to improve their English...

Addie D. says "Lorraine was very helpful with teaching me English. She was very patient with me making sure I know and understand everything she was teaching. She helped...

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Maria S.

Certified Elementary School Teacher/Part-Time Tutor

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Maria. I have be working as an elementary public school teacher for 29 years. Currently, I teach second grade. I have also taught grades 1, 3, and 5. I have experience working with Special Education students in an inclusion setting, and work one-on-one with special ed students privately. I am available to tutor...

Elma P. says "Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some growth in him. She...

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Tamisha W.

Experienced Tutor/Mentor Who Wants Your Kids To Do Well In School And Life

Hillside, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a certified substitute teacher who's certified to teach Pre-K to 12th grade. I work in the New Jersey public school system and I love what I do. I also, mentor kids in my spare time.
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Leonor B.

Summit, NJ

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
I like working with children because I can teach them and I can help with some homework. I like that children are always learning something like reading, or play with things they can learn. I am a person that I do not agree that children spend time playing in the computer because I believe that children are lonely, I like that...
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Karen Q.

Child Care Provider

Clark, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am the Mom of 3 boys in their early 20s and 2 dogs! I have a Master's degree in teaching and I have been a substitute teacher in Clark for the last 14 I love indoor and outdoor activities and sports. I love reading, doing creative arts and crafts projects and playing games. I can also help with homework. I will keep your child...
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Becky L.

Warren, NJ

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello My name is Becky and I am a recent college graduate. I have a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences and I am an aspiring Speech Language Pathologist. I also have an associates degree in Education P-12. I have 4 years working with infant and preschool aged children and 5 years overall in working in the preschool...
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Alison A.

About Me

Springfield, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm a very young at heart mother of 6 with 2 grandchildren of my own. Have always had a great relationship and bond with children. I've taught and tutored over the years. Love the spirit of children as well as their curiosity. I am very reliable as well as creative. I love reading , painting, doing crafts and of course...
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Diana S.

Elizabeth, NJ

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm a caring and responsible babysitter with 5 years of experience working with children, from infants to 5 years old. I genuinely love spending time with kids whether it's helping with homework, playing games, or reading bedtime stories.
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Casey B.

Dependable And Fun Babysitter For Children Of All Ages.

Westfield, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Casey and I am 20 years old and a rising junior at Penn State. I will be home from late May to August and would love to help your family out as much as I can. As someone with a lot of childcare experience, I love to be active with kids, do arts & crafts, read/homework, and just be there as a fun companion. I can...
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Destiny N.

Elizabeth, NJ

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
While in high school I had the pleasure of working at a non profit after school center tutoring, leading dance, and reading classes. During my time there I was promoted to a team leader where I was in charge of managing other teens. I had the opportunity to go on many professional visits and receive extensive one-on-one coaching...
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Francesca C.

Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I have been taking care of and interacting with children for over 10 years now. I am a middle School Counselor still babysitting on the side. I used to play collegiate basketball, I love animals, I enjoy reading, and I like to be outdoors. My work experience has been with many children from newborns to older teens. I also...
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Celestria W.

Full-Time Loving And Energetic Experienced Nanny And NJ Licensed P-3 Teacher

Maplewood, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Celestria. I live in Bayonne, NJ. I have over 15 years of experience as a nanny and I have my teachers certification for P-3rd grade. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I have my own transportation. I love the outdoors, arts and crafts, music and reading to the children. My teaching background has given me the...
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Makeda M.

New Brunswick, NJ

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$22/hr
2 years experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My friendly and patient nature creates a warm and welcoming environment for children to thrive. With two years of experience working with children aged 0 to 11, I'm comfortable providing a range of activities and ensuring their...
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Nicole L.

South Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as energetic, upbeat, and empathetic. I like working with kids because I feel like I am a kid at heart, and it doesn't feel as though I am working, it's something I genuinely enjoy. I'm looking for a job that is not too far from home. I started working with kids when my little cousin was born. I...
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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

Heidi K.

Heidi helped my son immensely after he fell behind. She does a great job of breaking down complex subjects in a way he can understand and at...

- Care member

Alyssa T.

Alyssa is great, very reliable and someone I could depend on. Alyssa did it all, cooking, cleaning and worked on homework with the kids....

- Care member

Jasmine O.

I can't say enough good things! From the very first day Jasmine met our children, she connected with them, and quickly developed a reliable...

- Stephanie H.

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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