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I have been teaching for over 20 years with Hampton City Schools. I currently teach 1st grade, but have experienced with all grade levels, k-12. My passion is reading and math , I am a graduate of Hampton University , with a background in reading and literacy, graded k-12. I provide one-on-one service to help your child get the...
I spent the last year helping with virtual and hybrid learning. Since I am now vaccinated for COVD, I am able to tutor students in math, reading, and writing, as well as study and organizational skills. As a former teacher, I have access to SOL materials and would be available to help students with SOL preparation. I have...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Last year I taught wonderful fifth graders in a Hampton, Title 1 school. Prior to that, I worked under a grant funded program in which I instructed students grades K - 8 as an interventionist. It was an amazing experience, but my contract ended. Prior to that, I taught second and fifth grade for 11 years. I have two littles of...
Hello! My name is Lauren and I just graduated from UVA with a degree in Elementary Education! I am in the Hampton Roads area for the first half of the summer until I move back to Charlottesville to be a 1st-grade teacher this fall. I just completed my student-teaching in 1st and 5th grade classrooms this school year, teaching,...
I'm a full time student at The George Washington University! I'm double majoring in accountancy and international business, while minoring in Chinese. I value schooling, and if your child needs help with coursework, I'd be happy to do that!
I'm great at meal prepping, whether that entails disguising produce in a safe-food or...
Rebekah R.
Newport News, VA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am Rebekah. Just Moved To Newport News About 4 Months Ago. I Am From North Carolina
I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, loving
I like working with kids because I come from a big family and just have such a big heart for children. I am and auntie of 19 niece and nephews. All under the age of 11 years old which is super fun
I'm looking for a job that I can get paid weekly would be amazing with...
I am a Montessori trained and MA licensed teacher. I work with 4th-6th graders. I am trained and qualified to work with children ages 6-12. I enjoy teaching math, writing, reading, and science, but teach all subjects in the classroom. I have been a lead teacher in a Montessori Upper Elementary classroom for 6 years. I enjoy...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 10+ years of experience in teaching and tutoring. My experience has been with elementary through middle school aged students. It is my special joy to watch students achieve academic success. I am experienced in helping struggling learners. With my special education degree, I am uniquely qualified to help learners with...
Alanna S.
Hampton, VA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing, patient, and passionate childcare provider with over two years of experience caring for children of various ages. With my warm and friendly personality, I create a safe and engaging environment for children to learn, play, and grow.
I believe in fostering children's holistic development by encouraging their...
I am a 35-year-old female, college educated, who loves kids. I have worked in the care giving industry for almost 10 years now. I have also most recently headed the art program at an all girls camp and I've been a theatre educator working with children and adults. My experience is with children ages newborn to 13 and I've worked...
Jenny can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Divinity S.
Hampton, VA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have mostly tutored children in elementary and middle school in math and reading while I was in college.
Ashley R.
Portsmouth, VA
$15-20/hr
My experience is teaching Prek-5th grade. I played the violin growing up and my favorite subject is history! I can help with any common core subjects for elementary students.
Millennia B.
Hampton, VA
$15/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate , funny , and joyful
I like working with kids because I enjoy helping them grow by teaching them through play and learning
I'm looking for a job that we can be active , crafty , have fun while being responsible and safe !
I started working with kids when I was 15 years old
In...
Millennia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have my bachelor's degree and master's degree from Villanova University. During my time at Villanova, I was a teacher's assistant for a professor and spent the majority of my time teaching and tutoring college students on research, methods and statistics.
I am also the oldest of six children. My family home-schooled all of...
I have my master's degree in elementary education pk-6. I taught kindergarten for a year. Taking a step back from the classroom for now, but would enjoy tutoring.
I'd describe my personality as funny, kind, and caring
I like working with kids because I like making a positive impact on children and their families.
I'm looking for consistent or sporadic work babysitting, house sitting, pet sitting, and/or tutoring.
I started working with kids when I was in high school for a family...
Aiden can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Joyce S.
Newport News, VA
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Joyce And I Would Love To Be Your New Caregiver! Here Is Some Info About Me.
I'd describe my personality as friendly, warm, and exciting.
I like working with kids because they are the most loving, caring, and friendliest of all humans! Kids always find a way to make you smile in the most authentic way.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I can care for kids as well as tutor them. I worked as a...
Victoria S.
Williamsburg, VA
$25-50/hr • 16 yrs exp
I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare. I've been caring for children of all ages for over 16 years, from newborns to preteens. As a natural caregiver, I enjoy playing games, teaching new skills, and helping children learn and grow. I also speak Spanish since I lived in Ecuador and would love...
Hello there! My name is Tommy and I would love to be able to watch your children. Over the past 6 years, I have done various babysitting and working in PreK/School Age daycare centers. For the past two years I have been teaching Kindergarten as a fully certified teacher here in Virginia. Being that I am a teacher I'm available...
Thomas can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Lauren E.
Portsmouth, VA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am a First Grade teacher in Charlottesville with an Elementary Education degree from UVA! I am energetic, joyful, and communicative and have a passion for affirming and caring for kids! I have been a nanny for four summers during which time I cared for children ages 1 to 15, transported them to...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Smithfield, VA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Smithfield, VA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Smithfield, VA on Care.com will cost an average of $16.50 per hour as of May 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.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Smithfield, VA?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Smithfield, VA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Smithfield 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 Smithfield that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Smithfield, VA?
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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield, VA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Smithfield, VA, 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 Smithfield, VA 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.