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Find reading tutors in Somerville, MA that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Somerville, MA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
What others are saying about reading tutors in Somerville, MA
Jillian watched our two boys weekly for 8 months. She was dependable, kind, upbeat, fun and took great care of the boys. She played with…
Review for Jillian G. by Jennifer H.
Katie is amazing. She is kind, patient, reliable and loving to our 6 month old daughter. We were secretly hoping she didn't get a teaching…
Review for Katie S. by Andrea P.
Kayla has far exceeded our expectations as a nanny of our three children! She has been working for us for 3 years, and has become part of…
Review for Kayla M. by Care member
Reading tutors in Somerville, MA
Hannah S.
Somerville, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Experienced Babysitter Dedicated To Creating Fun, Safe Experiences For Children
Hi there! I'm Hannah, and I love spending time with kids! With over 13 years of babysitting/childcare experience, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens, as a teacher, camp counselor, and babysitter. My goal is to create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where kids can play, learn,...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Regan D.
Somerville, MA
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Regan and I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, with experience as a part-time nanny at 21. When I was 22 I spent one year working with a nature-based preschool, learning their philosophy and approach to childcare, which focused on exploration and harnessing kids' energies, as well as how to connect...
Regan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Hello! I have over 10 years experience in the early child field. I have worked with infants through adolescent. I enjoy working with all ages. I am crafty and artsy and I love the outdoors and exploring new things. I am currently a preschool teacher. I've worked as a nanny and I have done babysitting for families. I would also...
Evelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Marie B.
Somerville, MA
$22-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a patient, calm, and dedicated individual with a passion for making learning fun! With experience assisting in schools, I have worked closely with children ages 1 to 12 alongside their teachers. This background has fueled my desire to support families seeking assistance with their children. I prioritize creating a safe and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shabnam W.
Somerville, MA
$21-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A First Year Graduate Student Who's Had Years Of Caring For And Teaching Children.
I started working with kids when I was just 9 years old. Although young, I picked up the art of quickly changing a diaper amid a stinky mess, ensuring cotton balls were securely in place for bath time, and having a sixth sense for finding the *perfect* bottle temperature. Being an aunt to nine nieces and nephews has given me...
I have worked as a Composition teacher for Comp. 1, Comp. 2 and Writing & Rhetoric college courses where I planned out the syllabus, taught lessons and engaged with students in one-on-one conferences. I am deeply familiar with the common issues in student writing, and I am more than prepared to address the needs of any student...
Jillian G.
Somerville, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic And Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part/full Time Opportunity
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!! My name is Jillian and I'm a kindergarten teacher in Boston! I've been babysitting since I was a freshman in high school and have experience taking care of children ages 1-month-old, to middle school age. I have held various full time and part time nanny positions, including being an au pair in Italy. I love being around...
Jillian can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Jillian watched our two boys weekly for 8 months. She was dependable, kind, upbeat, fun and took great care of the boys. She played with them, and kept them safe when she took them places (always with permission). I recommend Jillian 100%."
Jennifer H.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a school counselor looking for some after school care opportunities and date nights! I love games, reading, and being playful with little ones! I have been caring for children for over 13 years and I have worked with kids of all ages from newborns to 13-year-olds. I am CPR/First Aid certified, and know how to...
Cami can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Katie and I have been working with children for 15 years now. I've worked with children of all ages and have experience with multiples as well! I enjoy reading and creating art projects, and of course being outside with the children.
I currently have my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is amazing. She is kind, patient, reliable and loving to our 6 month old daughter. We were secretly hoping she didn't get a teaching job, because we would have kept her on as long as she would have us! She is a lovely person, and gets our highest...
Andrea P.
4.6
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter since I was 13 years old. I have watched children from infancy to 14 years of age including special needs. I have been a nanny for a 2-year-old. I have also been in a nanny share with newborns 2 weeks apart. I also nannied for twin 3-month-olds and 3-year-old. I am fun, caring, energetic, loving and...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla has far exceeded our expectations as a nanny of our three children! She has been working for us for 3 years, and has become part of the family. She started when our twins were 6 months old and our oldest was 2 years old. She was like superwoman with 3 kids...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Sabrina! I live in Boston, MA. I have a Bachelors degree in Journalism & Business. I graduated from college with Honors and was Salutatorian of my high school class. I tutor children on mainly core subjects. I know ASL as well and have performed with the San Diego Symphony and have taught children's ASL classes...
Sabrina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Sabrina is friendly, caring, and professional. She is a wonderful teacher and my kids loved having her work with them. She is great at planning educational games and activities. I would highly recommend her for any position that she pursues. Thank you!"
Martha S.
Xiangyang C.
Brookline, MA
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced And Loving Babysitter Looking For Full-Time Opportunity
5.0
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Responsible babysitter with experience in early childhood education. Fluent in Mandarin, willing to teach Mandarin and Chinese culture. Skilled in creating educational and engaging activities while prioritizing children's safety. Enjoys cooking healthy food. Trusted by parents, affectionate toward all cared-for...
Xiangyang can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Julie is amazing with our son and he loves spending time with her. I don’t know where we’d be without her and her exceptional care. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm, patient, loving well educated caregiver and know how to manage a busy household. I have years of experience caring for infants through teenagers and pets. I enjoy playing games, reading, creating art and checking homework. Very flexible and happy to help with whatever you need including light cooking and cleaning,...
Joan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Joan has been a wonderful caregiver for our daughter (currently almost 9 months old) for approximately 6 months now, and we are lucky to have found her. She truly cares for our baby - plays with, sings, soothes, feeds, reads, and interacts with our daughter in a...
Jaehoon S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a nanny with 7 years, 30+ families & 75+ kids worth of experience.
As a Wellesley College student I have taken classes in neuroscience & anthropology-preparing me for all backgrounds & developmental abilities-& medical school one day!
I am both CPR certified & have worked as an EMT for 2 years responding to 911...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would definitely hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm a college-educated professional tutor with over 30 years of tutoring experience. I tutor students at the middle-school, high-school, and college levels in the following subject areas: SAT, ACT, SSAT and ISEE prep, Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science), English/Reading/Writing (K-12), Math (up to and including...
5.0
"He has raised my 10th grader's honors biology test grades from F's to a B+ so far. He must have a great manner with the students or my difficult-to-teach child would refuse to work with him. He's also super easy to get a hold of, punctual, dependable and...
Sarah G.
5.0
(2)
I was a full-time tutor for two years, and I am now a full-time teacher. I have a lot of experience with children and different learning styles.
I am certified in Massachusetts for students 5th-12th grade.
5.0
"Very responsible and timely. Not only was her work done well but she is extremely friendly and personable. A delight."
Judith Z.
Sarah R.
Boston, MA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my masters degree in Elementary Education from BU and I have experience teaching students in K-5 and babysitting children ages 1-12. I have been working as a 1st grade teacher at a private school for the past 2 years but decided to take the rest of the school year off to pursue additional literacy training and...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah has been babysitting our 2 children, ages 6 and 9, this summer and I can't say enough wonderful things about her. Sarah is very active with the kids, taking them for walks, to the park, baking with them, doing art projects, and playing games. She is...
Jennifer G.
5.0
(1)
I specialize in infants and toddlers. I have cared for children, who's ages range from 2 months old to 11 years old, most often my 6-year-old nephew. I have taken care of children in all developmental ages for many hours including meal times (bottle feeding, spoon feeding and cleaning), bath/bed times (nighttime routines,...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Rachel has been an amazing nanny for our 6 month old. She is very warm and loving. I trust her to keep him safe at all times. She still comes for occasional babysitting when she is available."
Amber B.
5.0
(1)
I am an elementary teacher. I am certified to teach in Massachusetts for grades 1-6 in elementary education, Reading to all levels K-12 in Massachusetts and English as a Second Language. I am a reading specialist in Milton. I have two masters degrees in elementary education and reading.
5.0
"I met Katie when she was completing her student teaching practicum at the school where I am employed. She worked alongside a very talented second grade teacher. Fast forward 2 years, and I learn that Katie is going to be my son's 1st grade teacher in our town! I...
Melissa P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced, Loving, and Reliable Nanny
Hi families! I'm Vanesa im 29 years old Im a nanny with 11 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and children of all ages. I am patient, loving, and responsible, always creating a safe and fun environment.
I love teaching Spanish, doing outdoor activities, and encouraging...
Vanesa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vanesa nannied for over a year our 2 kids from 4MO to 2yr. She was a delight to work with and our children and family love her. She keeps constant communication through the day. She brought the kids and set up activities for them. She is easy going and open to...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Somerville, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Somerville, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Somerville, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $27.46 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 Somerville, MA?
Care.com currently has 48 reading tutors in Somerville, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Somerville 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 Somerville that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Somerville, 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 Somerville 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 Somerville, MA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Somerville, 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 Somerville, 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.
Ratings for Somerville, MA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Somerville, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.