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Lisa M.

Private Lessons / Tutor

Somerset, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am an Educator with over 20 years experience in the classroom as well as Administrative work. I am well versed in a variety of subjects for different aged students. I am available for private/at home learning assistance during the pandemic.
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Samantha L.

Somerset, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
As someone who is passionate about education, I also understand that sometimes, students need help. They need to be met at their level to achieve greatness. Sometimes students need help catching up to what is the "grade level" standard, and sometimes students need an extra push to continue growing as a learner. I am willing and...
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Alyssa M.

Experienced Baby Sitter Available For Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Somerset, NJ

4.4(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Alyssa and I absolutely love caring for children! I been working with children for the past five years in the position of babysitters, nanny, daycare assistant, preschool teacher. I have worked with all ages from newborn to 10 years old. I enjoy playing dress up, reading stories, arts and crafts and playing games. In...

Care Member says "Alyssa was so loving & professional! She arrived on time, she made herself familiar with the children & they were so comfortable around her. My LO had...

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Stephanie H.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Stephanie, and I'm a nurturing, reliable, and bilingual nanny with over 9 years of experience caring for children of all ages-from newborns to school-aged kids. Fluent in both English and Spanish. I'm passionate about creating a warm and stimulating environment that supports children's emotional, social, and...

Joanna R. says "I can say so many good things about Stephanie. She is amazing with kids, reliable, kind, flexible, and just an all-around wonderful caregiver. I hope to...

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Natally S.

Get To Know More About Me! If You Have Any Further Questions, Feel Free To Contact Me!

Somerset, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a senior in high school and will be pursuing a higher education in education! I have been babysitting for a little over two years now. I have babysat for a wide variety of ages from 2 years old to elementary children. I currently work as a part time babysitter for a now 4-year-old. I have cleaning experience and...
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Jezne S.

Somerset, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have been in childcare for around 8 years now. In college, I was an on-call nanny for over 25 families that I accumulated all through word of mouth. I I have my bachelors degree in elementary education. I have worked with kids of all ages as young as 5 months old and as old as 13 years old. I love spending time outside, going...
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Denise M.

Reading Teacher Extraordinaire!

Somerset, NJ

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I am a current High School English Teacher with a Masters Degree in Reading from Rowan University and am a Certified Reading Specialist in the state of NJ. I have been working with kids of all ages for over 20 years! I have been teaching for 13 years in the public school classroom setting; I began my career in the Piscataway...
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Hassia K.

Somerset, NJ

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi Parents/Guardians, I'm super creative, free spirited and passionate about the little things in life. I am the eldest in my family with a 7-10 year age gap. I've been a caretaker for several years ever since. I'm sure I inherited it from my mother being a nurse. I've been immersed in various cultures growing up outside of my...
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Jennifer S.

Babysitter And A Book!

Somerset, NJ

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$13/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an experienced teacher and would love to help you/your family in your child caring needs! I am more than happy to help with a date night outing or a consistent basis! I am passionate about literacy, so you can expect that I will always have a book to read with your child. I am a big believer in play and imaginary play with...
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Lauren A.

Art Teacher

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello families, I am an elementary STEAM teacher in Livingston Public Schools who has also taught kindergarten and elementary art. In my free time I love to paint, draw, read, watch my favorite shows and movies, play video games, hike, and meditate. I have a degree in psychology with a minor in fine arts and a second degree in...

Cindy M. says "Lauren is a very dedicated and caring person. She is committed to giving her all in any situation she undertakes. She is warm, kind and thoughtful. "

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Kiamira B.

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello If your are looking for a babysitter or a mother's helper in the Central Jersey area keep reading! I am a 24-year-old with a criminal justice B. A. 8 years of experience with childcare/mothers helper for all ages. I love kids and I specialize in day care learning, homework help, house training, potty training, sleep...

Gina T. says "Kia did a wonderful job with our 1 year old daughter! She was also great with our two dogs. I would recommend to anyone."

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Gabrielle D.

Babysitter / Nanny

Franklin Park, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, my name is Gabrielle! I'm currently a sophomore at the University of Connecticut majoring in sociology and human rights. On my free time I love to be active like walking, running, doing crafts, reading, and writing. I like to make sure that I stay productive! I love when I have the opportunity to spend time with younger...

Shubha C. says "We had a wonderful experience with Gabby. She worked with our family for almost three weeks in June 2023, caring for our two children. She was energetic,...

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Eveline S.

Monmouth Junction, NJ

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello and thank you so much for reading my profile! I am a 35-year-old experienced nanny having taken care of newborns and toddlers and older children up to 14 years old. I am a former assistant teacher at the Early Childhood Center. I am a very loving and caring person and I am great with children! I have a car so I am able to...

Stephanie B. says "We ALL love, love, LOVE Eveline! If you're lucky enough to have her watch your kids, you'll love her too! She's just wonderful!!"

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Maria S.

Certified Elementary School Teacher/Part-Time Tutor

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$60/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 31 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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Jennifer K.

Dayton, NJ

4.7(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
I experience as a caretakers for kids from 2 to 13 years old since I was in college. My tasks involved. Picking up the kids from school, dropping them off at after school activities, working on homework, going out for fun bringing them to the movies , friends, taking them showers, cleaning, preparing meals. Reading books with...

Maureen S. says "Jennifer has been helping us primarily with our preschooler while we are working for a little over a month now. She arrives in the morning, spends a few...

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Shelby S.

Bridgewater, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a 7th year certified teacher. I have my Masters of Arts in Teaching in Elementary and Special Education and currently teach grade 5 literacy. I am certified Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner. My experience with children includes teaching grades Pre-K through 12, various needs and ability levels. I am available for...

Cathryn R. says "Shelby has been a great caregiver. She is very dependable. Calm with the kids and has been unflappable. My kids really enjoy their time with her. She...

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Ruby B.

Bound Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello my name is Ruby, I've been caring for friends and families for 7 years. I also been on care. com for 3 years. I currently attend Montclair State University and due to COVID-19 most of my classes will be online so I am flexible. I have my own and car so I'm able to handle pick ups and drop offs. I'm also understanding...

Tyler J. says "Ruby was excellent with my 5 year old daughter. Always reliable for last minute coverage. Very sweet girl who was always punctual and polite."

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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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Solay C.

Part Time College Student

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as energetic, responsible and warm. In my spare time, I like to read, go into nature or listen to energy boosting podcasts. I'm looking for a job that allows me to also be a part time student. I love working with kids because I see them as pure and the way their minds work is inspiring. I would love...

Macy P. says "Solay was an amazing babysitter. I am my younger brother's guardian and she took great care of him. She even helped out around the house knowing that I have...

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Joanna R.

Monmouth Junction, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a mom with a professional teaching background and a graduate degree, seeking a part-time babysitting position. I have extensive experience nurturing and supporting children from newborns through high school. I love creating engaging, developmentally-appropriate activities, reading stories, doing arts and crafts, making...

Care Member says "Our family was thrilled with Joanna. She arrived exactly when promised every day she worked with us, learned our routines quickly, and was extremely...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.56/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 4.5

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Somerset, NJ

Reading Tutors in Somerset, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Alyssa M.

Alyssa was so loving & professional! She arrived on time, she made herself familiar with the children & they were so comfortable around her....

- Care member

Stephanie H.

I can say so many good things about Stephanie. She is amazing with kids, reliable, kind, flexible, and just an all-around wonderful...

- Joanna R.

Lauren A.

Lauren is a very dedicated and caring person. She is committed to giving her all in any situation she undertakes. She is warm, kind and...

- Cindy M.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Somerset, NJ

Hiring a local reading tutor in Somerset, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $23.56 per hour as of October 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 9 reading tutors in Somerset, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Somerset 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 Somerset 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 Somerset 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 Somerset, 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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