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60 reading tutors are listed in Simi Valley, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Simi Valley, CA
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I have been a teacher and tutoring children for over 10 years. Teaching and tutoring is my passion. I have worked as a teacher in preschools and elementary schools for over 10 years. I am patient, creative and organized.
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I have a Bacehlor's Degree in English (with emphasis in Creative Writing). I also have experience writing a novella and comic scripts.
Is your child struggling with their English or creative writing classes? Give me a call and we'll talk about it!
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My Name is Carmen S, I am currently working as a Para Educator in the Simi Valley Unified School District. I have 4 years of experience working with kindergarten students in learning their ABC's, sounds, blending etc, in a fun and creative way. I am currently enrolled at Moorpark College working on my degree as an Early...
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Hello families! My name is Hannah G. and I am a certified ACSI Elementary Teacher and ESL Instructor with nearly three years of experience in classroom and online teaching. My career spans over seven years in education, both in paid and volunteer capacities, focusing on teaching second and third grade, curriculum development,...
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My name is Serena ! I am 26 years old and currently at Southwestern Law School. I live in West Los Angeles, fully covid vaccinated and follow covid protocols thoroughly. I have ample experience with childcare as I have volunteered and worked for many years at childcare facilities and have babysat consistently for 3...
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I was an after-school teacher for elementary and did homework help all the time. I know English and computers, writing punctuation, basic math, science, and some art.
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I have worked with and helped both my grandchildren, ages 13 and 10 and have been a school shadow for a 6-year-old in kindergarten this past year. I have experience working with children with short attention spans , autism and who are frustrated by homework. I am very patient and kind with children but I am also able to help...
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I have been an English Language Arts teacher in both middle and high schools for five years. Prior to that, I worked as a newspaper reporter for more than two decades, and continue to freelance for newspapers and magazines in my free time. I earned my undergraduate journalism degree from Northwestern University (suburban...
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I have over 10 years of tutoring experience and have a degree in Political Science and Professional Writing. I graduated as valedictorian of my high school and with the highest GPA of all women at UCSB. In high school, I took all AP and honors classes and am able to teach all subjects. Most importantly through my tutoring...
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My Name is Carmen S, I am currently working as a Para Educator in the Simi Valley Unified School District. I have 4 years of experience working with kindergarten students in learning their ABC's, sounds, blending etc, in a fun and creative way. I am currently enrolled at Moorpark College working on my degree as an Early...
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"We hired Carmen to look after our 6 month old for 12 hours a week and she was great. She was very gentle & kind. We only had Carmen for a handful of visits due to her going back to work but those handful of...
Reviewed by Nina S.
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My name is Allegra. I hold a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and am currently pursuing my second bachelor's degree in Psychology at Cal State University Northridge.
With a solid foundation in childcare, I have extensive experience caring for children of various age groups....
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"Allegra is without a doubt one of the most dedicated, committed people I have ever met. She worked for me for a little over a year before relocating to Long Beach and was far and away my most reliable,...
Reviewed by Rachel P.
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I have worked with children ages 2-6 years of age for over 30 years. In California, I taught in private preschools for over 10 years, and was a Director for a private school. In 2016 I was a nanny for a wonderful family in Portland, OR. Two children ages 5 and 7. I have over 40 units in Early childhood Education. I love to...
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"Laurie is a wonderful nanny! She is well loved by both our kids and is a caring, thoughtful, creative, and kind and wonderful person. We have two kids and our son is on the spectrum and she was able to make a...
Reviewed by Julie Anne R.
Jessica W.
Simi Valley, CA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I am a mama to a 3-year-old boy and a 19month old girl, and I'm looking to team up with a family needing part time care! I have training as a Montessori preschool teacher and have worked with kids as a nanny or teacher sense a teen. We love to spend our days coloring, reading books, exploring outside and going on walks. I'd...
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"Jessica is great! She's personable, enthusiastic, caring and very patient. Our boys are comfortable with her as soon as she enters the house."
Reviewed by Ashley J.
Catherine L.
Simi Valley, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I love children and have over 20 years of experience with all ages, not only as a mother but also as a nanny, preschool teacher and daycare provider. My education is in early child development. I am CPR and first aid trained as well. I am a very patient, loving person and enjoy keeping children on a good daily routine while...
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"My two toddlers absolutely love Catherine. She is very dependable and helped me tremendously during a fragile time and I am so grateful to have her in our lives."
Reviewed by Veronica B.
Valentina C.
Simi Valley, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi, I'm Valentina! I am a first generation Italian American. I am very kind hearted, loving, and creative. I have been a nanny/ babysitter for 5 years. I work as an assistant teacher at a charter school and have tons of experience with children of all ages. My childcare experiences and career began in high school. I volunteered...
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Hello! My name is Christine, I'm 27 years old, and I'm a career nanny with 12 years of childcare experience which includes part-time/full-time nannying, date night babysitting, working as a preschool teacher, as well as a being a mother's helper. I have worked with children as young as a few days old all the way up to 14 years...
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"Christine was wonderful with our 11 month old. It was his first time with a sitter but he was very comfortable with her. She was so very kind and patient."
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I am a very compassionate, loving, gentle and patient person. I am honest, reliable, friendly, trustworthy and caring. I moved here from MN about 14 years ago to help my sister with her then, newborn triplets. When I work with children I give them all of my love, energy and attention. Between babysitting, working at a Children's...
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"When I had my b/g twins, I didn't know what to do with myself. I only had 12 weeks of maternity leave, and the thought of leaving my preemie babies in the hands of a perfect stranger was terrifying, so I...
Reviewed by Nicole P.
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I have a large family, so I always became the designated babysitter. I have loved working with kids since I was about 10 years old. I always wanted to be a teacher, and I am excited to be a teacher in August!
In my spare time, I like to read or hang out with friends. I always like to wind down with a show or a book at the end...
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First Five Reading Buddies volunteer- Once a week for the past three years I have been working with young children and teaching them how to better speak, read, and write English.
Girl Scout Day Camp leader- For two consecutive summers I worked with children in kindergarten to sixth grade. I ran activities, oversaw snack times,...
Kelly C.
Simi Valley, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a very experienced Nanny and have been watching kids( including my two) for 20 years. I am loving, nurturing and very responsible. I was a preschool teacher for two years and am CPR certified. I enjoy getting on the floor and playing with kids, outside activities, crafts and reading. I am happy to help with light housework...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Simi Valley, CA
Carmen S.
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We hired Carmen to look after our 6 month old for 12 hours a week and she was great. She was very gentle & kind. We only had Carmen for a handful of visits due to her going back to work but those handful of times were a great experience.
- Nina S.
Allegra M.
5.0
Allegra is without a doubt one of the most dedicated, committed people I have ever met. She worked for me for a little over a year before relocating to Long Beach and was far and away my most reliable, dependable, efficient and motivated employee. On top of that, she has incredible character and...
- Rachel P.
Laurie A.
5.0
Laurie is a wonderful nanny! She is well loved by both our kids and is a caring, thoughtful, creative, and kind and wonderful person. We have two kids and our son is on the spectrum and she was able to make a special connection with him and our daughter - which was gold! She always went the extra...
- Julie Anne R.
Jessica W.
5.0
My boys immediately felt comfortable spending time with Jessica. She is engaging and they look forward to days that she is watching them, leaving mom with a sense of relief that they are enjoying the care they are receiving as well! She's fantastic and I highly recommend her!
- Deanna L.
Catherine L.
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She has been with our family for 3 years now, initially assisting with school pick up, but now also helps with evening care, including dinner prep and just overall comfort for my two kids ages 10 and 3...
She is loving, most importantly, and is a get on the floor with the kids kind of help...
We...
- Melissa S.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Simi Valley, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Simi Valley, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Simi Valley, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $23.71 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 Simi Valley, CA?
Care.com currently has 28 reading tutors in Simi Valley, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Simi Valley 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 Simi Valley that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley 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 Simi Valley, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Reading Tutors in Simi Valley, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.