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Hello, My name is Nichole and I am 31 years old. I was born and raised in Amherst. I am a mother of a 6-year-old boy. I have cared for children ages newborn up to 10 years old. I have been working as an infant teacher for 4 years now at childcare center's, were I have 4 infants to 1 teacher. I just finished school and I am a...
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"Very friendly and great with kids!"
Reviewed by Courtney W.
Joanie C.
Southborough, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Education Tutor Available For Weekday Afternoons/evenings And Summer
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I am a newly retired special education teacher's aide and paraprofessional. My most recent position was with the Wellesley High School Special Education Department, where I was employed for 5 years. Previously, I worked with elementary special needs students at Carlisle Public Schools for 12 years. I have worked with students...
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Full-time nanny/ date night; degree in psychology. Experience with infants, toddler, preteens and teens. Knowledge of concepts central to behavioral psychology that assist in physical, emotional, cognitive, behavioral and social development. Ability to coordinate activities, and multitask. Self-driven and resourceful. I enjoy...
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"Susan has worked for me for 2 years as a nanny for my 4 year old twins, and she is absolutely wonderful! She is very experienced with children and it shows. She is extremely patient, caring, and loving, while...
Reviewed by Brooke M.
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I taught Pre k in Chelmsford for 5 years! I am CPR and first aid certified. I have a passion for teaching and taking care of children! I love reading to/ with children, doing arts and crafts, and doing outdoor activities. I also nannied for 2 years. I'm offering care in my home at this time please reach out if that's something...
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"Stacy is a wonderful nanny. She was with us since our daughter was 3 month old until she was 2.5 years and started attending daycare.
Stacy is a very warm, kind, and caring person who loves kids. She is very...
Reviewed by Helena S.
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Ive worked with infants and toddlers for the past 10 years. However, Ive always enjoyed working with children at a young age. I am able to change diapers, feed the child (bottle fed and food or snacks) bathe, rock and put to sleep, play with the infants or toddlers. I' m able to read to them or do a hands on activity with them....
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"Rachel was a wonderful support for our family and would fully recommend her to other families. Rachel supported our toddler and newborn with care and structure. She was timely, easy to communicate with and...
Reviewed by Leah S.
Aletha D.
Maynard, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs
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I am an energetic, reliable, and passionate early-childhood educator with 25+ years paid experience in the field, and have 3 teenage children of my own. My favorite activities to do with children are exploring the outdoors, playing games (both indoor and out!), reading, cooking and crafts. I am able to assist with homework,...
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"Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and...
Reviewed by Branwen C.
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I work full time as a teacher at an elementary school, this is my fifth year teaching, and I love children! I recently completed my Master's in Early Childhood education and I am very passionate about education. In my spare time I like to read and spend time outside when it's nice. I have some weekday availability (after 4/5...
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"My kids told me all about their experience, it was awesome!"
Reviewed by Riley C.
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I have been a nanny for over 10 years working with all ages children from infants to preteens and even twins. I have taken a child development course, CPR AND 1ST AID training. I incorporate learning into play and come up with fun games to play and crafts to make. I have an excellent driving record. I am always on time and I...
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"Marcie is a fabulous person . She loves children and always very caring and dependable. Best nanny ever ! "
Reviewed by Burnadett P.
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Hello! I am a college student studying biology & art, however, I am currently taking a gap year. In my first two years of college, I played soccer and I am currently find lots of joy in the outdoors. I am energetic and love to be present with the children I babysit whether that means drawing, reading, homework, or playing in the...
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"Sofia was wonderful. She was punctual, flexible and engaged. My son warmed up to her immediately. The weather wasn't great during the stretch she was with us, but she did a great job of getting my son outside...
Reviewed by Jessica W.
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Hi everyone! I'm a career nanny. I love caring for and working with infants, children, and teens. I specialize in infants and young children. I have over 20 years of childcare experience as a nanny, babysitter, teacher, healthcare professional and mother. I love spending time with children, doing crafts, activities, playing...
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"Super dependable and great with young children!"
Reviewed by Angelo G.
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I have worked as both a one on one tutor and group mentor for children ages 8-13. I am qualified to tutor for math, english, science, latin, history, and overall academic organization.
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"Callie was awesome! She worked for a week with our seven year daughter on reading and it was a terrific experience!"
Reviewed by Justin S.
Erika D.
Hudson, NH
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I knew at a very young age that I wanted to work with children! I would pretend all my stuffed animals were students and pretend I was the teacher. I have been working with children since the age of 15 when I took my first summer job working at an In home daycare. I have worked with children from infancy to 12 years of age. I am...
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"We loved having Erika working with us. She went above and beyond what was expected of her. We were sad to see her go!"
Reviewed by Elissa M.
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Hello! My name is Leah ! I am currently teaching fourth grade in Lowell and am looking for a summer nannying job (end of June- mid/ end of august) around Hamilton, MA. My husband and I just moved to the area from NH, but I also grew up in Hamilton. I received my bachelor's in elementary education and liberal arts at Westfield...
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"We have had Leah help babysit 2 young toddlers for date nights. She has been easy to work with and reliable. She responds to texts promptly, has never cancelled committed care. She always arrives promptly, is...
Reviewed by Harald O.
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Thanks for reading my profile! I am 44 years old. My first language is Spanish and my second is English. I have been working with kids for the last 15 years. I love to work with kids. I'm fun, very responsible and enthusiastic. I am always willing to teach new things and enjoy all their activities. I have excellent references...
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"Great person and trustworthy. We utilized her services as a nighttime nanny. She was perfect. "
Reviewed by Rose K.
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Hello Dear families. My name is Maria, I'm 34 years old and I'm from Colombia. I've been taking care of kids since I was 16. My mom works as a missionary and I've been helping her throughout my life. I've been in the USA for 8 years
I consider myself as a energetic, honest, punctual, responsible, loving and fun person.
I love...
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"Maria is great with our children. She is nurturing and thoughtful and has an ideal temperament to wade through any toddler tantrum. She is uplifting and bright and would be a welcome addition to any family. "
Reviewed by Lara B.
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Hi there! My name is Samantha and I am a classroom teacher and Mom to 2 wonderful girls! I am taking an extended maternity leave from teaching for the next school year to spend more time with my girls. I will be looking for some part time childcare and tutoring opportunities.
I have 12+ years of experience teaching and tutoring...
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"I never had to worry about my kids safety while they were with Samantha. She always kept them busy and engaged! My son was having some math trouble and she also helped tutor him to get him on track."
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I have 20 years of experience as a nanny. I am looking for a long term position. I love children, and love watching them grow. I love caring for children and teaching them., I love being outside. Watching children learn and grow and master life just leaves me in awe of the unlimited possibilities each individual child can reach...
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"Patti was amazing! She totally saved me when my other sitter didn't show up. She will be our new favorite sitter. My 6 year old daughter couldn't have had more fun with her. She even checked for ticks after...
Reviewed by Megan S.
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Hello! I am 30 years old and I have over 14 years of experience working with children. I have an associates degree in early childhood education and I am also CPR and First-Aid certified and I have taken many workshop classes. Before becoming a nanny in 2017 I worked at a childcare in Milford. I was with them for 7 years. I...
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"Gina is an amazing babysitter! We feel so lucky that she came into our lives. She started with us when our third son was born and we got to know her well over my maternity leave. The boys absolutely love her! I...
Reviewed by Jane G.
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I have provided after school care for elementary children in four families in the last 10 years. When my school day ended I continued to enjoy engaging children in learning, supervision of homework and helping to prepare for tests. There was usually plenty of time to have fun outdoors, play games, bake or read and enjoy books....
Sarah M.
Nashua, NH
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello there! My name is Sarah and I am a Nashua resident. I graduated from UMASS Lowell in 2016 with a bachelors in English and a minor in education. I spent 5 years working at the Carroll school summer camp (a camp specifically designed for kids with dyslexia). Mornings were specifically focused on 4 classes directed toward...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Shirley, MA
Nichole A.
5.0
Very friendly and great with kids!
- Courtney W.
Susan B.
5.0
Susan has worked for me for 2 years as a nanny for my 4 year old twins, and she is absolutely wonderful! She is very experienced with children and it shows. She is extremely patient, caring, and loving, while also being firm and consistent. She does crafts, plays outside, engages them in...
- Brooke M.
Stacy C.
5.0
Stacy is a wonderful nanny. She was with us since our daughter was 3 month old until she was 2.5 years and started attending daycare.
Stacy is a very warm, kind, and caring person who loves kids. She is very punctual, well organized and knowledgeable with daycare background. We were always at...
- Helena S.
Rachel A.
5.0
Rachel was a wonderful support for our family and would fully recommend her to other families. Rachel supported our toddler and newborn with care and structure. She was timely, easy to communicate with and brought a calm confident approach to caregiving.
- Leah S.
Aletha D.
5.0
Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes above and beyond what I would expect -...
- Branwen C.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Shirley, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Shirley, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Shirley, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $26.50 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 Shirley, MA?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Shirley, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Shirley 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 Shirley that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Shirley, MA?
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 Shirley 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 Shirley, MA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Shirley, MA, 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 Shirley, MA 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.