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Yi S.

A Fun And Passionate Teacher!

Short Hills, NJ

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$24/hr
1 year experience
I am a senior at Pingry who loves teaching others! I have experience in various AP and honors classes and am willing to help! I believe that having learned the material just a year or two ago is an advantage because I can provide students with the most updated notes and tips in their classes. I have had experience with...
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Responsible And Reliable

Short Hills, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am currently a realtor/real estate developer and work for Keller Williams Realty. The schedule of a developer is one which affords great flexibility, and I am hoping to use my spare time constructively as a part-time caregiver! I would love to help your family of 1-3 children with all of their before-school, after-school,...
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Fun Loving Childcare Provider Who Loves To Read And Enjoy Outdoor Activities

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am a special education teaching. Currently, working with 3rd graders. The past 2 years I taught 2nd grade. Prior to teaching I was a paraprofessional for 7 years. I enjoy working and caring for children. Prior experiences with families includes preparing meal, schedule play dates, assist with homework, and light housekeeping...

Alexandra G. says "Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle nature. I...

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Array Of Experiences!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have a wide range of experiences caring for children. I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. I also have experience in daycare, primarily with toddlers. After receiving a Bachelors degree in Education in 2012, I substitute taught in elementary schools and tutored students in reading and math. In May 2016, I...

Lucy T. says "Stephanie babysat for our two children and their two cousins. She was easy to communicate with, warm, friendly and I felt comfortable that they were in safe...

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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
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 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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Reading Specialist/Language Arts And Math Tutor

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
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$70/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 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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Energetic Polite College Babysitter

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Tatyana! I am 25 years old and I have 5+ years of experience with babysitting/nannying, which also involved tutoring sometimes as well. I have my Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice and Masters of Public Administration, both from Rutgers University with Summa Cum Laude honors distinction. I am from Newark, NJ...

Balasia M. says "Tatyana has helped my child tremendously with Algebra. According to my son, she "makes learning fun" and always rewards him when he brings back good test...

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Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Valerie. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I've listed some of my qualifications and would be happy to discuss any others or any questions you have. * Certified K-8 teacher/special education teacher/masters in education * Certified trained in Orton Gillingham reading program * 18 years...

Chinwe E. says "I hired Valerie late 2019 to early 2020. She worked with my then 3year old daughter, who had mild speech delay. She was good with her, very attentive,...

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

Hillside, NJ

5.0(0)
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$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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Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! I will provide an environment where the child will learn to interact with others, keep the child stimulated with educational games. I am very energetic, reliable, honest, responsible and a positive role model for your children. I am passionate about child care and will do my best to keep them out of any danger. I also like...

Diomedys P. says "Marcia is very attentive, knows how to do her job very well, and was always on time! If you're looking for someone dependable, that takes their job...

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Licensed NJ Teacher: At Home Daycare, Hourly Babysitting & Tutoring

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have a been a public school teacher for five years. I have been tutoring children for several years. I have a NJ Teaching License.

Yamell M. says "She is very professional but very kind. Kids love her. "

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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
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $35 hour 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 LT of...

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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Experienced And Compassionate Educator Offering Personalized Care And Learning Support

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi I'm Ariel and I'm 32years old, and I have been taking care of kids for the majority of my life. Coming from a big family, I've taken care of many of my younger family members, and I have professionally worked at a daycare center, Ben S. Daycare Center in Montclair, for all four years of my college education. I am currently...

Christal L. says "Ariel has been an excellent, caring baby sitter for my 4 children the last 7 years. She is patient and kind while being stern and firm. Recently, I was...

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Tutor Available-All Year Round!!!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I hope my profile finds you safe and well! My name is Stephania and I am a Special Education teacher and part-time tutor and sitter. I have worked with children ranging from the classroom to nannying, to tutoring in-home and virtually, day-care to camp counselor and everything in between! I consider myself to be patient,...
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Morristown, NJ

4.5(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
I am a Certified Montessori Teacher and have worked in the field for the past 16 years. I am also a caregiver and have worked with children ranging in age from 3 to 16 for past 9 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I also enjoy reading with children, doing homework and having fun.

Pranav P. says "Susan worked for us for a couple of months, taking care of our two boys aged 9 and 13. She helped us with kids school work, pick ups / drop offs, and...

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Stirling, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/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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Tutor

Livingston, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Marla and I'm a graduate of Seton Hall University where I majored in Economics and am currently working on my MBA. I've been tutoring professionally for 10 years now and with current pandemic I'm now offering online tutoring services through various platforms! I began tutoring my freshman year of high school...

Shaquana V. says "Marla is excellent with my kids. We couldn't be happier. She's reliable and trustworthy."

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Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a recent 2020 Doctor of Pharmacy graduate from Campbell University located in North Carolina. I did my Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum at Ithaca College in Upstate, NY, where I worked as a Teaching Assistant in the Chemistry Department. I graduated high school from the Academy for Allied Health Sciences in Scotch Plains, NJ in...

Ruthie B. says "Very professional, well prepared and responsive individual. I'm ecstatic I hired Chantley for a 1:1 tutoring session with my son."

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of May 2026

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Short Hills, NJ

Reading Tutors in Short Hills, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Sherese P.

Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle...

- Alexandra G.

Stephanie P.

Stephanie babysat for our two children and their two cousins. She was easy to communicate with, warm, friendly and I felt comfortable that...

- Lucy T.

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

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Short Hills, NJ

The average cost for a reading tutor in Short Hills, NJ as of May 2026 is $18.00 per hour. Rates can vary based on the tutor’s experience, education level, and the type of support needed. Tutors with specialized training in literacy, early education, or learning differences may charge higher rates, while group sessions or recurring schedules may offer more consistent pricing.

Reading tutors in Short Hills, NJ help students develop key literacy skills such as phonics, vocabulary, reading fluency, and comprehension. Depending on the child’s needs, tutors may focus on early reading fundamentals, improving confidence, or helping with school assignments and test preparation. Sessions are often tailored to the student’s grade level and learning style.

To find a good reading tutor in Short Hills, NJ, many parents compare profiles based on experience, teaching approach, and reviews from other families. It’s helpful to ask about the tutor’s methods, familiarity with your child’s curriculum, and experience working with similar age groups. Scheduling an initial session can also help determine if the tutor is a good fit.

Parents in Short Hills, NJ often consider hiring a reading tutor when a child is struggling with reading skills, falling behind in school, or lacking confidence. Early support can help build strong foundational skills, while older students may benefit from targeted help with comprehension or academic performance. Tutors can also support children who simply want to advance their reading abilities.

Many reading tutors in Short Hills, NJ have experience supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia or attention challenges. Some tutors specialize in structured literacy approaches or individualized learning plans. It’s important to ask about a tutor’s experience and training to ensure they can effectively support your child’s specific needs.

Before hiring a reading tutor in Short Hills, NJ, consider asking about their teaching experience, approach to instruction, and familiarity with your child’s grade level. You may also want to discuss goals, expected progress, and how sessions will be structured. Understanding how the tutor tracks improvement and communicates updates can help ensure a successful experience.

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